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dorm room MUST haves
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items i just moved out for the first time this year and these are a few things i don't regret buying!
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essentials for my room
kitchen
essentials for my room
this laundry hamper makes it easy to roll my dirty laundry to the laundry room instead of carrying it all the way there
Home Logic 2 Bushel Rolling Plastic Laundry Hamper with Pop-up Handle, White, Adult / Tween
at my apartment, we aren't allowed to light candles so this is the perfect alternative! pair this with a yummy smelling candle to make your place smell good
Candle Lamp Warmer Black Metal - Room Essentials™
more light is always needed for a dorm. it also adds to the decor to make the room more interesting
17.5"x11" Assembled Ceramic Table Lamp Gray - Threshold™: Bud-Shaped Base, No Assembly Required, UL Listed
adding decorative pillows to your couch really helps the vibe of your place. it helps the couch be more comfortable especially if you're wanting to take a nap :)
2pk Chenille Square Throw Pillows Cream - Threshold™: Decorative Polyester Knife Edge, Indoor Use
my apartment gets so dirty so fast. a vacuum is very needed, but i didn't want to drop a ton of money on it. this vacuum is very affordable and gets the job done!
BISSELL Featherweight Lightweight Stick Vacuum - 2033M: Bagless, Electric, Multi-Surface, Washable Filter, 15ft Cord
i hang up all my clothes because i don't really have space to put them anywhere else. these hangers are a must have! keeps my clothes nice and neatly hung up.
18pk Plastic Hangers Gray - Room Essentials™: Clothes Storage for Dresses, Skirts, Sweaters, Pants, Shirts
these lights are self explanatory. so so cute, they add to my room so much and add such a cute vibe.
20ct LED Indoor Outdoor Globe String Lights Clear Bulbs with Black Wire - Room Essentials™
this mirror perfectly lights up my face when i'm doing my makeup. it's especially nice when my roommate is sleeping and i don't want to turn on the lights to wake her up.
Lighted Travel Mirror with Cover - Room Essentials™: Portable, Rectangular, 1X Magnification, LED Illumination
there's limited space when it comes to college living spaces. these hangers have helped me fit more clothes into my small closet.
2pk 5 Tier Pant Hangers - Brightroom™: Multicolored Hardwood & Steel, Adult Clothes Hangers, 1 Year Warranty
you are not going to want to pack all of your things in boxes. it becomes bulky and you easily run out of space. you can fit way more in these bags, and they are easier to carry.
6 Pack Heavy Duty Large Moving Bags with Handle & Zipper, Pink
i use these hooks to hang up any of my bags, hats, and extra hoodies or jackets. so useful!
Decorative Door Rack,Metal Door Hanger,Bexikou 7 Hooks Door Hanger,Over The Door Hooks Storage Organiser for Bedroom, Coat, Hat, Purses, Bag, Clothes, Towel - Walmart.com
kitchen
you NEED a water filter if you're living in a dorm/apartment. any tap water cannot be trusted, who knows what's in there. this brita filter has worked out great for me and my roommates and really helps filter our water.
Brita Water Filter 6-Cup Denali Water Pitcher Dispenser with Standard Water Filter Cherry Blossom Pink
we do not have an ice maker in our apartment, so we bought these ice trays to make sure our drinks stay cold. the ice has been easy to take out and the trays fit nicely in our freezer.
2pk Plastic Ice Trays Mint Green - Room Essentials™: Stackable, Dishwasher-Safe, 16 Cavities, Freezer Safe
i got this dish set in a cute green and i loveee it. everything matches and they're so easy to clean.
20pc Plastic Dinnerware Set Gray - Room Essentials™: Modern Dishes, Plates, Bowls & Tumblers, Dishwasher & Microwave Safe
okay i have been loving these knives. i also love how they are not black and boring.
Cuisinart Advantage 12pc Ceramic-Coated Color Knife Set with Blade Guards Muted Meadow