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College Necessities
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Moving to college can be stressful, and as a freshman I had NO clue what I would need. Now that I’m a junior in college I can confidently say that I have all the necessities, and hopefully this list can help save you some stress!
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House Needs
 
Food and supplements
 
School🤓

House Needs

If you’re skipping dorm life and moving straight into an apartment, you’re going to need all of these things!
 
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So spacious and sturdy, you and your roommates will need
YASONIC Shower Caddy Hanging - Rustproof Organizer
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Perfect for skincare or makeup, a must have for minimal counter space
Jiavarry 360 Rotating Makeup Organizer
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Trust me you do not want to be spending money on bottled water
Brita
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A must for storage- fits under bed and looks clean
Vtopmart: Stackable Storage Drawers
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Kitchen storage! Easy to assemble and will keep your cabinets clutter free
Amazon Basics 4-Shelf Adjustable Steel Rack
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Affordable bar cart
TUTOTAK Bar Cart, Serving & Drink Cart
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Perfect for shoes and other clutter- fits in closet or under bed
Tribello Clear Plastic Stackable Storage Bin 15QT
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A NEED for minimal closet space
HOUSE DAY Black Magic Space Saving Hangers 10 Pack
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Space saving hangers for pants!
Space Saving Hangers
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More space for clothes!
Laiensia Double Rods Garment Rack with Wheels
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Perfect table fan- your apartment probably won’t have AC😬
TurboForce® Power Air Circulator Fan, HT900
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Simple floor lamp is perfect if your place doesn’t have much lighting
FLOOR LAMPS - Ambimall
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Perfect table vanity with three light settings
Hollywood Vanity Mirrors
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So comfortable and will change the way you sleep
BedsPick 3 Inch Gel Infused Memory Foam Topper Twin XL
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So so pretty and affordable
JIMEI Sunset Lamp Projector LED RGB Night Light
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Cheap and last FOREVER
16pc Plastic Dishware Set
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Spacious drying rack for dishes
NOVAYEAH Bamboo Dish Drying Rack with Holder
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Food and supplements

Some pantry recommendations
 
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The best melatonin- doesn’t give you weird dreams!
Sleep Blackberry Zen
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USE AS CHASER!!! I promise you will not get a hangover
Liquid I.V.
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Protein mac!! So yum and easy to make
Goodles
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Mix with water and vodka- no added calories and so yum
Mio
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School🤓

You won’t need much, get these basics and then wait to see what your professors tell you to get!
 
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Cute and convenient pencil case
SPACEMATE Pencil Case Pouch for Kids
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The only notebook you’ll need
Spiral Notebooks | Five Star
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Cutest macbook cover
Macbook case
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