Items that made my dorm 10x better! Most are affordable and all are essential
Perfect desk lamp! Bought for college and the wireless charging was a life-saver because of less charging ports in dorms!
NYMÅNE Work lamp with wireless charging - white
Desk organizer necessary for girls who love to take notes! I put all of my essentials for studying and even things you think you may not use, but probably will! (tape, mini stapler, etc.)
Desk Organizer
Paper calendar saved me! Good for staying organized with assignments, work, classes, extracurriculars, etc. Which you definitely will have! Can also be good for planning budgets and spending habits
2025-2027 2 Year Monthly Planner, 11x9, Tabs
Great for organizing! Perfect to declutter the dorm. Can be used for extra blankets, closet storage, or misc. items like medicine or feminine hygiene products!
ICERZCZ Cotton Rope Storage Baskets, 3-Pack
A LIFE SAVER in my dorm closet! I had lots if hanging space but not many drawers. This added space for items like shirts and shorts/skirts without hanging everything! Loved it and have kept it since
BLÄDDRARE Hanging storage with 7 compartments - gray/patterned 11 ¾x11 ¾x35 ½ "
Loved in my freshmen dorm. Little floor space so a hanging mirror is perfect! A full body mirror can be nice for outfit planning and privacy, especially for shared bathrooms in college! Can go inside or outside closet door.
14.81" x 50.75" Over the Door Mirror White - Room Essentials™: Glossy Finish, Full Body Hanging, No Tools Assembly
For candle-less dorms
Wax Melter
great for setting a vibe
Tsrarey Sunset Lamp Projector, 180° Rotation
Necessary for hair/make-up
Desk Mirror
good for small misc. items!
Drawer Organizer
get a plastic one, not fabric so there's no mold
Portable Shower Caddy
Great for hair care, dorm water is NOT good for hair!
ZIMASILK 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Mini keurig; necessary for the coffee lovers, will save you time and money
Shop Coffee Makers
necessary for the makeup girlies
Beauty Organizer
LOVE my mini-fridge. Must get one WITH a freezer
Upstreman 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Good for stacking or holding items that are easy to lose/smaller
Storage Baskets w/Lids
Shower shoes; get ones with holes for draining
Shower Shoes
Necessary for dressing business casual or just looking more put together
Steam Irons Built for Power, Precision & Performance
Save money on dryer sheets, get reusable dryer balls
Handy Laundry Wool Dryer Balls - Natural Softener
Nice for dorms without central AC
Desk Fan
Good for cleaning and easy to store
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There won't be enough plugs in your room, get one of these
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Great for hanging towels/jackets
Optish Over The Door Hanger Hooks
Good for snacks, knick knacks, perfume, skincare stuff, etc.
Snack Cart
Good for stuff you want quickly like phone, sleepmask, etc.
Bed Organizer
Good for staying organized and not missing events
Calendar Whiteboard
basket on wheels will save your back
Laundry Basket With Wheels
Will help you sleep better and get sick less often
Air Purifiers | Dyson® Official Website
Will help you not get sick or wake up with dry throat