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items I was lucky that my school provided a list of things for us to get whenever we move in, but I acknowledge that not everyone is as lucky as I was. I ended up needing some things, not needing other things, and realized I needed something that wasn't ev...
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must haves for in your room!
smaller ones are good for on your desk to organize smaller items, such as pens, sticky notes, index cards, and more!
larger ones are good for clothes that might not fit in the closet or dresser available, larger book items, or even holiday decor.
larger ones are good for clothes that might not fit in the closet or dresser available, larger book items, or even holiday decor.
Stackable Drawers
something i regret not getting during my college years!
coming from someone who could never keep their drawers organized during college, this is something I wish I invested in.
this would have made it so much easier to store my skin care, hair care, vitamins, and etc.
coming from someone who could never keep their drawers organized during college, this is something I wish I invested in.
this would have made it so much easier to store my skin care, hair care, vitamins, and etc.
Drawer Organizers: Home & Kitchen
my bedding from here has lasted me my entire four years… plus some. the bedding i got was multi-function and can act as a quilt for the couch or a decorative throw.
their stuff is such high quality and I love purchasing things from dormify for college.
*a bit on the pricier side*
their stuff is such high quality and I love purchasing things from dormify for college.
*a bit on the pricier side*
Dormify - Dorm Room Decor, Bedding, Storage & More
the amount of times I've had a pile of shoes lying around because I didn't have one of these is insane… definitely helpful to keep your shoes organized and in place!
Shoe Storage Cabinets & Racks - IKEA
one with a pencil holder… chef's kiss! one of my most useful purchases for college and my late night study sessions!
Desk Lamps in Lamps - Walmart.com
i have purchased chairs, utensils, blankets, bedding, and so much more for college here and it has lasted and done such a good job for me!
Shop College Dorm Room Essentials - Kohl's
another good place to shop and grab things for your dorm from… I've found some super unique things here for my dorm!
T.J. Maxx
you need some things for your college dorm? cleaning supplies? organizers? on a budget too? this is yet another perfect place to go for stuff!
Dollar Tree
switched from plastic to these and my clothes now stay on the hangers that they are assigned to! a life saver!
Velvet : Closet Hangers - Target
my holy grail during college!! it was so helpful whenever I wanted ambient lighting in my room or living room.
Indoor String Lights - Target
okay so I learned from mistakes my first semester… get one with a freezer with it's own door! SO much more useful and I am an avid ice cream gal so I was able to have ice cream, ice, and easy to heat up frozen snacks!
Mini Fridges - The Home Depot
kitchen!
good way to reheat food or to make freezer meals
Microwaves - The Home Depot
tupperware has some items that you can put in the microwave to cook freezer meals, steam vegetables, cook noodles, and etc
Microwave Reheatable - Tupperware Brand
For those of you who have a college apartment or prefer to cook your own food… these are incredible pots and pans!
Cookware Sets: Pots & Pans Sets | Calphalon
another favorite for the pots and pans category!
The World of Paris Hilton: Cookware
avid baker and cook here… I needed this so desperately so many times and thankfully I always had them. a life saver!
Measuring Cups & Measuring Spoons - Target
something I almost forgot to buy until the very last minute (and by last minute, I mean the second I got to college I realized I messed up).
Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets - Target
silverware is something that is so silly that you feel like you would always have, but somehow always forget. like whenever you'd pack lunch as a kid and forget a spoon or a fork?
Knives Spoons And Forks - Target
I personally used plastic all throughout college, but I regret not purchasing glass as well. Again a silly thing that is so easy to forget or underestimate how much you might actually use it!
Dishes Plates Bowls Cups - Target
bathroom
this was so helpful whenever I was living in a dorm with a communal bathroom and even now whenever I have my own private bathroom. I couldn't recommend these more!
Bath Towel Wrap - Target
my ideal robe:
silky one for whenever you are getting ready in the mornings
fuzzy for whenever you get out of the shower
I'm a robe girlie through and through so I couldn't recommend these more!
silky one for whenever you are getting ready in the mornings
fuzzy for whenever you get out of the shower
I'm a robe girlie through and through so I couldn't recommend these more!
Robes for Women - Target
if you have a communal bathroom at college, this was a life saver for me so I wasn't carrying a gazillion things in and out of the bathroom every day that I needed to shower.
Portable Shower Caddy - Target
if you enjoy doing your makeup in the bathrooms in the morning, you definitely need one of these if you don't have one already. truly the best and it makes it so easy to transport your makeup to and from place to place!
Makeup Bags & Organizers - Target
living room
if your apartment or on-campus living situation comes with a couch, I urge you to purchase yourself a couch and chair cover.
Couch Covers - Target
I am not an overhead light person so having a bunch of lamps has been a necessity for me during college. especially in the living room and dining room area.
Floor Lamps & Standing Lamps - Target
I refused to invest in a TV during college, using a projector instead… best decision ever! it was easier to transport, set up, and take down!
Projectors & Screens - Target
such a silly thing that I ended up really needing all throughout college.
Tablecloths - Target