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College Necessities
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items the REAL necessities for college on a budget coming from a freshly grad
This is WAY better than the dispenser one, you don’t have to wait forever to fill it up plus it fits in a mini fridge if needed!!
Brita Water Filter Pitcher
So good for storage next to a desk, in a closet, or for bathroom things. I used mine all 4 years.
Mainstays 3-Tier Plastic Multi-Purpose Rolling Laundry Cart, Arctic White, Case Pack 1
One of the best things I had in my dorm, it saved me from getting my bed wet from my water bottle every night!
Modern Innovations Bedside Shelf for Bed, College Dorm Room, Bunk Bed Shelf for Top Bunk, Clip On Nightstand Tray with Cord and Cup Holder, Bunkbed Caddy for Table Storage (Black) - Walmart.com
This went on my desk and was so nice. It looked cute but also kept all my necklaces and earrings organized
NIFFGAFF Jewelry Stand Holder Organizer, Display Rack for Necklaces, Earrings and Rings, Gold
Definitely an odd one, BUT, this was the best thing I had got for my dorm. Put these on the bottom bar of the bunk beds if you have the bed lifted, and you will never hit your head on the metal pole again. Literally saved me from so many headaches.
Jumbo Clamp On Foam Noodles For Padding or Bumpers-Cargo Racks -Made in USA 2 PACK
The rubber ice trays are ELITE, and you can’t break them when getting the ice out
Mainstays 2pack Silicone Ice Tray Set
I got 4 of these and it was the perfect amount for my roommate and I. Literally used these for all 4 years of college and still have them!
Mainstays 10.5" Round Plastic Plate, Gray
Again, so convenient and you can’t break these 😍
Mainstays 18-Ounce Plastic Tumbler, Gray - Walmart.com
So many different colors and for 50 cents you literally can’t beat it
Mainstays - Grey Round Plastic Cereal Bowl, Wavy Checkered Etched, 38-Ounce - Walmart.com
I used my microwave everyday. Literally so convenient to have in your room
Mainstays 0.7 Cu ft Countertop Microwave Oven, 700 Watts, Black - Walmart.com
I don’t know if you technically can have this in a dorm, but we did and it was so amazing for late night snacks. Plus this brand is so cute!
Beautiful 3 Qt Air Fryer with TurboCrisp Technology, White Icing by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
For those communal showers… this will hold way more than a hard plastic one!
Siaomo Natural Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Tote Bag for College Dorm Essentials, Bathroom, Gym, Camp, Travel, Hanging Caddy Basket, Quick Dry Toiletry Bag (8-Pockets | Black)
Super cute lighting for parties, but also the gold warm lighting is perfect when this is around your room!
DAYBETTER Led Strip Lights, 100ft Light Strips with App Control Remote,RGB Led Lights for Bedroom, Music Sync Color Changing Lights for Room Party - Walmart.com
I had this cheap mirror in my dorm and it was perfect! Plus I didn’t have to worry about it breaking because it was so cheap :)
Mainstays 13.5" x 49.5" Full-Length Rectangular Black Mirror
Love candle warmers and this is also a great way to get warmer lighting while making your room smell good!!
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra Candle Warmer Lamp, Beige - Walmart.com
Having fake plants made my room so much homier. I loved them!
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra 8" Artificial Peperomia in White Two-Tone Ribbed Ceramic Pot - Walmart.com
So cute and inexpensive for decor!
Mainstays Natural 16.5" Wood Floating Shelves, Set of 2
Any mirror with a light is THE best thing you could have!
Makeup Mirror with Lights, Lighted Makeup Mirror with 22Pcs LED Lights, 2X 3X Magnifying Makeup Mirror, Dual Power Supply Light Up Vanity Mirror
I didn’t have this exact one, but I preferred a basket over a bag. It looked better in my closet and was easier to throw things in!
Caroeas 72L L Laundry Basket, Waterproof Extra Large Laundry Basket, Foldable Laundry Basket with Soft Cotton Handles, Laundry Hamper Easy Storage （ Grey ） - Walmart.com
Super great to have to hide anything you need to ;)! Also great for blankets or whatever you need!
Mainstays Collapsible Storage Ottoman, Gray - Walmart.com
I think this one is super cute just a little more expensive than the other one I have linked!
PINPLUS 16.5" Folding Storage Ottoman Cube,Foot Rest Stool Seat for Living Room,White,Sherpa Fabric - Walmart.com
This is great for shoes or whatever you need to store! Dorms can be small so having storage everywhere is so helpful
Over Door Hanging Organizer, Yecaye 1 Pack Hanging Storage Shelves 5 Pockets for Bathroom, Gray - Walmart.com
Again, you can use for shoes or just storage!
GORILLA GRIP 24 Pocket Over the Door Shoe Organizer, Mesh Pockets, Up to 40 Pounds, Hang on Doors, Black - Walmart.com
Perfect for robes, purses, whatever you need!
Over The Door Hooks for Hanging, Over The Door Hanger, Over The Door Towel Rack for Bathroom with 5 Triple Coat Hooks, Bathroom Towel Holder Towels Hanger (White) - Walmart.com
My roommate and i used these hooks for hats, jackets, purses, etc, and we put this right next to our closet!
Command Large Double Wall Hooks, Black, Damage Free Decorating, 2 Hooks
I used this and a curtain to cover my closet!
Mainstays 28-48 in. Adjustable Spring Tension Curtain Rod, 7/16 in. Diameter Steel Tube, White Finish - Walmart.com