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Dorm Room Essentials Every College Student Needs for the Ultimate Setup
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items As a college graduate and a sister to a current college student, these are all the essentials to make your dorm room feel like home!
Sections
8
Bedding
Storage
Desk
Decor
Miscellaneous
Cleaning
Bedding
Whether you’re a minimalist or love a pop of color, these bedding options are cute, affordable, and comfy!
These sheets have deep pockets, so no slipping! They come in a variety of sizes and colors, so they’re perfect to match all seasons and moods
Utopia Bedding Queen Fitted Sheet Deep Pocket
This option is adorable and come in 28 different colors! It also includes sheets, so no need to purchase separate ◡̈
HYMOKEGE Twin XL Seersucker 5-Piece Set
Bows are IN and this option is so cute!! It comes in 3 colors and patterns as well, so you can switch up your style!
Bedsure Twin Comforter Set Pink Boho Tufted
Whether you want to hide your storage or just for looks, this bed skirt is perfect. It comes in several drop lengths and sizes!
Cottingon Dorm Room Bed Skirt, White, Twin XL
This is the perfect set of standard pillows! 2 for your shams and 2 for your sheets, you’ll have plenty to make your bed look cute and still be comfortable!
GOHOME Standard Bed Pillows Set of 4 - Cooling Supportive Soft Down Alternative
This option is pricier, but it’s sure to be comfortable and last all 4 years of dorm life! You can never go wrong with a pink ruffle!
Washed Cotton Ruffle Stripe Comforter
A cute and adorable way to add variety to your bedding! These pillows come in several colors and sizes, so they’re sure to match your aesthetic
DEELAND 2-Pack Double-Sided Faux Fur Pillow Covers
This cozy blanket is so soft and perfect for when you’re just hanging out in your room. It’ll also be so cute on the end of your bed!
Bedsure White Cozy Throw Blanket 50x60
Storage
This cart is perfect for storing all your snacks, or to make a cute coffee bar :) easily moveable and you can choose several different tiers for more space
Sywhitta 3-Tier Plastic Rolling Utility Cart
This cube organizer was my favorite storage item! I could store towels, wash cloths, and clothes in the cubes I purchased separately! It was easily hidden under my bed skirt, or turned sideways to have access to a tv stand!
Furinno Reed 5-Cube Open Shelf White
The perfect collapsible bins for your cube organizer! I threw the extras in the top of my closet for extra storage as well
Amazon Basics Collapsible Storage Bins 6-Pack
Desk
This organizer is perfect to sit on your desk to hold extra books or decor! It gives extra space to do homework while keeping everything organzidd
PAG Adjustable Desktop Shelf Wood Small Bookshelf White
This organizer works perfect with your desk hutch/shelves to keep pens, pencils, calculators, and other supplies at the ready
COMFYROOM Desk Organizer with 6 Compartments & 2 Drawers
This small desk fan is the perfect addition. You have little to no control over the temperature of your room, so having a fan will be a lifesaver
Amazon Basics Air Circulator Desk Fan, Black
Decor
A magnetic whiteboard is a must! You can track your classes & assignments and even have your friends and family leave notes for you on the side ◡̈
Magnetic Monthly Calendar Whiteboard 17x13
A cute addition to your room that is sure to make you stand out! Fully customizable and affordable
Lovewenying Custom Neon Signs for Wall Decor
Whether you’re hanging handbags, backpacks, towels, or coats, these wall hooks will stay up and keep everything you need organized
Large Heavy Duty Adhesive Wall Hooks 8 Pack
These aesthetic posters are a cute addition to your walls to make your dorm your own!
LARKINROAD Pink Bow & Cherry Wall Art 12x16
This poster gift pack come with 9 cute posters!! Just enough for your room and your bathroom!
LARKINROAD Pink Room Decor 9-Piece Set
Miscellaneous
You never know when you’ll need a toolset! This came in handy on more than one occasion and is essential when you’re on your own!
DIFFLIFE 40-Piece Household Tool Set
The perfect size trash can for a bathroom if you have one in your room! It comes in a variety of colors as well, so you can have a pop of color ;)
UUJOLY 3.5 Gallon Plastic Trash Can, Black
If you prefer a larger trash bin, this 13 gallon is perfect! It has a flip lid as well, so nothing will be exposed in your room!
Sterilite 13 Gallon Plastic Swing Top Trash Can
These bags have ties that make it easy to carry out to the dumpster and the perfect size for your trash bin!
Amazon Basics 13 Gallon Tall Kitchen Trash Bags, Fresh Scent, 80 ct
A laundry hamper on wheels makes transporting your clothes to the laundry room a breeze. No need to deal with mesh bags that rip easily! This one is slim so it will fit perfectly in your closet or corner of your room
efluky Slim Laundry Hamper with Wheels 48L
A power strip is essential for your dorm. You can plug so many more appliances and chargers in since outlets are limited!
Yintar 6Ft Power Strip Surge Protector 6AC 3USB
Cleaning
The perfect starter cleaning kit for your dorm! A small handheld broom, windex, 409, and cleaning cloths!
Dorm Room Cleaning Kit w/ Formula 409 & WINDEX
Sometimes you don’t have time for a full deep clean, so having pros wipes for quick messes is a must!
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, 75 Count, 3 Pack
A swiffer makes down cleaning easy! Easy storage with a slim frame, and easy to maneuver
Swiffer Sweeper 2-in-1 Dry + Wet Kit
Laundry detergent pods are the easiest option for dorm life! You can easily take one to the laundry room without lugging around a huge bottle of liquid detergent!
ARM & HAMMER Plus OxiClean 5-in-1 Detergent 42ct
If you opt out of paper & plastic dishes, you’ll need these sponges to wash any dishes you may have!
Scotch-Brite Zero Scratch Scrub Sponge, 6-Pack
I love dawn powerwash and this set comes with 3 spare refills!
Dawn Platinum Powerwash Dish Spray Bundle
This small vacuum is perfect for dorm life. Whether your room has carpet or you buy a rug, this is easy to maneuver and takes up little space
Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum 2033M
Cooking
An air fryer is an essential part of cooking, especially in a dorm room! Small and compact to easily sit on a counter in your room and easy to store away when not in use!
Belaco 2.1Qt Digital Air Fryer, Timer
This microwave is perfect for late night snacks or quick meals between classes! A must have
COMFEE EM720CPL-PMB 0.7 Cu Ft Microwave
Most dorms have a kitchen with a full size fridge, but I preferred my own! It fit easily under my lofted bed and I didn’t have to worry about anyone taking my groceries
DEMULLER 2.4 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Although I preferred plastic plates, I always had a stash of paper plates for easy use!
Dixie Medium Paper Plates, 8.5 Inch, 90 Ct
Perfect if you’re on the go or taking a snack to the library to have while you’re studying! If your dishes are dirty, you’ll won’t have to worry about washing a fork really quick! Great for days you’re feeling a little lazy
Amazon Basics Disposable Clear Cutlery Set, 192 Count
The perfect set of dishes if you prefer the real deal! Plates, cups, silverware, and bowls! Everything you need for meals in a dorm room
Wheat Straw Dinnerware Set 28pcs for 4
I love my brita! It gives perfectly filtered water for cooking and drinking!
Brita Metro Water Filter Pitcher, 6-Cup, White
Bathroom
This is a great option if you share a bathroom! Easily portable and can hold everything you need for your shower!
LOYEE Mesh Shower Caddy with 8 Pockets - Black
A great option for shower shoes! They come in a variety of sizes and colors as well!
shevalues Women's Arch Support Shower Shoes
A great towel set with bath towels, hand towels, and wash cloths! Coming in a variety of colors to match your vibe too
Infinitee Xclusives 8-Pc Cotton Towel Set
A soft memory foam bath mat if you have a bathroom in your room! Coming in a variety of colors for your aesthetic!
Yimobra Memory Foam Bath Mat, 24x17 Inch, Gray
An absolute must have if you’re responsible for your own bathroom area!
FORASTO 2-in-1 Toilet Plunger & Brush Set
A great option to house your bathroom essentials in one place!
Makeup Organizer with Drawers, White