Are you about to start college and don't know where to start? Here are some of my must haves for your dorm room as a college senior!
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First, functionality!
Cute decor and more!
Shower time needs!
Quick and easy snacks!
First, functionality!
Arguably the most important item of all!
Mini Fridges: Small Refrigerators
Protect your body and your wallet! Dorm room beds are not very comfy and a mattress cover will save your body and allow for a good nights sleep. Waterproof covers prevents any damage costs from spills you will inevitably have.
All-in-One Bed Bug Blocker Water Resistant Zippered Mattress Protector ...
Dorm rooms are tiny and you don't have much storage. Putting these bins under your bed for extra storage is a MUST!
Plastic Drawer & Carts in Storage Containers(59)
Laundry hampers with handles are essential, on wheels is a great bonus. Usually your laundry is not near your room, or even on the same floor so make sure you get something you can easily carry around the dorms!
Laundry Hampers: Home & Kitchen
Easy meals in the air fryer are great for busy nights after class!
Air Fryer
Don't forget to look at where your outlets are in your room!
Bad Ass Extension Cords
Dorm rooms usually only have a couple of outlets, so power strips are a must!
Power Strips
These work great if you are limited in closet space, like most dorm rooms are!
Hanger Extender
This is a great way to have a bedside table in a small room!
Bedside Shelf
If you have a roommate, you NEED noise cancelling headphones. Whether you use them to study, sleep, or just get some peace and quiet, it is necessary is such a small space!
Noise Cancelling Headphones For Sleeping
If you want to hang anything up, you will NEED command strips!
I would not have survived my first year of college without this fan. I sleep very hot and my roommate was always freezing, so the room was always set to what she wanted. This allowed me to sleep at night!
Clip On Fan
If you are a coffee lover like me, don't forget your coffee maker!
Shop Coffee Makers
Emergencies do happen, so you should always be prepared!
First Aid Kits & Supplies | Red Cross Store
Staying hydrated is hard to do on campus! Keep a filtered pitcher in your room for easy access to clean drinking water!
Water Filter Pitchers
Don't forget to grab sheets for your twin/twin XL bed!
Twin XL : Sheets & Pillowcases - Bedding
My clothes always came out of the dorm laundry wrinkled and a steamer is so much easier than having to store an iron and ironing board in your dorm room!
Steamer
Cute decor and more!
Making your room cute is a must, and these lights will do just that! It also is a great source of light when you don't want the bright overhead light on but still need some light!
Fairy Lights
Adding a cute rug can really make the space feel like your own!
Rugs USA: Rugs for Every Style & Budget
I love having a full length mirror in my dorm room!
Large Mirrors - Full Length Mirrors
Add a touch of your personality with a soft blanket! Doubles as a practical piece incase your room gets cold!
Sofa & Throw Blankets
Add a bit of your family, friends, pets, or favorite memories to help you feel at home in an unfamiliar space!
Cute Picture Frames For Room Decor
Shower time needs!
Shower caddies are essential in dorm rooms!
Dorm Shower Caddy
Shower shoes are a must in communal showers!
Shower Shoes
Robes are so convenient for communal shower! No more having to change in the soaking wet shower!
Bath and Lounge Robes
Don't forget a set of towels!
Bath Towel Bundles
Quick and easy snacks!
Great for movie nights with friends, or just a late night snack for yourself!
Great Value Popcorn in Snacks, Cookies & Chips(18)
Quick breakfasts are needed to get through long morning classes!
Crunchy Granola Bars
Always keep quick snacks for on the go, or midnight snacks!
Mini Bags Of Chips
Another easy meal/snack for the dorms!
Small Cup Ramen - Quick & Tasty Varieties | Hmart
Peanut butter filled pretzels are so good and will last for quite a while in the 44oz size!
Amazon Fresh - Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels 44 oz
You seriously can't go wrong with these. They are delicious and would be a perfect dessert to keep in your room!
Little Debbie Oatmeal Crème Pies, 12 Ct, 16.2 OZ
I ate so many meat sticks my first year in college. They were probably the healthiest snack I had in my room and gave me the most protein! Chomps is my fav brand!
