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Dorm Essentials
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By
Irais Montoya
As I head into my final year of college dorm life, here our my absolute must. Everything from bed, desk and bath!
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4
Bedding
Desk
Bathroom
Extras
Bedding
Most colleges have TWIN XL beds!!!
A mattress topper is a must. Most college's have the horrible blue plastic matresses and this simple and cheap foam cover makes a big difference.
Twin XL Mattress Topper
With the mattress topper at the bottom, you then need a mattress protector to keep the bed waterproof and stop the topper from moving around.
Twin XL Waterproof Zippered Mattress Protector
Then of course you need your bedding and I learned to love these simple and cheap target sheets beacuse at the end of the day i just needed sheets.
Twin XL Microfiber Sheet Set - Room Essentials™
I also love the target comfortors beacuse of their price and durability.
Twin XL Solid Microfiber Comforter & Sheets Set
Don't forget your pillows!! Again target and walmart are great places for simple and afforable bedding
Standard Medium Bed Pillow
Desk
Organized Desk, Organized Mind
Keeping your desk organized is a must!
Desk Organizer
Absolute MUST for me. 100% worth the $30
Vanity Mirror with Lights,
Love Love Love my lamp, its so cutsy. Don't sleep on Hobby Lobby for dorm decor!!
Gold Bow Table Lamp
Bathroom
I use this as a shower caddy. Can carry heavy bottles so love that.
RÅNEN Basket : Shower Caddy
However, some people perfer mesh caddys so up to you!
Mesh Shower Caddy
Of course you need towels for your showers
Everyday Bath Towel
Extras
Mini Fridge is so convenient and the ones with the freezer allow for more food
Mini Fridges & Compact Refrigerators
Microwaves are an amazing item to have especially if you miss dining hall hours or want a late night snack
Microwave
I love these .50 target dishes. They are so convienent and at the end of the 4 years they are still perfectly fine!
Plastic Plates & Bowls | Dishwasher Safe & Unbreakable
