This is everything that I knew I needed and have bought or would have liked to have had! Moving into your first apartment is nerve racking enough… but these lists can make it a little bit easier! Adding more to it daily!
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Bathroom
Bedroom 🛌
Bathroom
The best cheap shower curtains to get when you first move in! (I prefer the white!)
Shower Curtains & Accessories
I’m a big fan of the thicker mats for shower and baths!
bath mat sets
Definitely get a small trash can WITH a lid! (Thank me later ) :)
small trash cans
I’m into the marble farmhouse vibes.. target as the PERFECT selection that fits me!
Bathroom Decor
So a shower organizer really depends on your space. Would it fit on your shower head or would it work better in the corner?
shower organizers
I like have a closed toothbrush holder that is easy to move (please stop leaving your toothbrush out in open)
toothbrush holder
Oral B SOFT is the best brand of tooth brush to get!
Manual Toothbrushes
This is the ONLY toothpaste I will use!!
crest 3d white toothpaste
If you haven’t started oil pulling is sooo beneficial. Make sure you check BEFORE you spit it down the drain! Some you cannot and some you can!
oil pulling
Thera Breath is the only brand to use for mouthwash. Promise. 🫶🏽
Target
Just go ahead and get the plunger and toilet cleaner combo! You WILL NEED IT!!
Plungers : Cleaning Tools
You want an EASY shower curtain hook so you don’t have a mental breakdown trying to get it on
Shower Curtain Hooks
You already know -
Washcloths
Try to stay away from black towels - but INVEST in a good towel.. you don’t want the lint everywhere on you
Bath Towels
Scrubbing bubbles is the OG
The 6 best shower cleaners 2025, tested by an editor
Meyers is the BEST
Hand Soap
Target has the best hand towels!
Hand Towels
Depending on your view points.. Sprayway will leave all mirrors and windows flawless!
Glass Cleaners
We aren’t at mom and dads anymore, we will need a first aid kit
First Aid Kits
Bedroom 🛌
If you splurge on anything THIS IS THE ONE!! The BEST!
Casaluna Bedding
This one in the picture is the BEST pillow topper I have ever slept on. SPLURGE ON IT I PROMISE
3 Inch Mattress Toppers in Mattress Toppers & Pads(1000+)
The Zinus mattress in a box is amazing to have! Plus the pillow topper and you’ll be sleeping on a CLOUD ☁️
Mattress-in-a-Box in Mattresses & Accessories(1000+)
When you’re on a budget - just get the cheap metal bed frame. It works great until you get the one you want
Beds
I have used this exact organizer to put pants/ short/ leggings in - I loved it in each apartment I have lived in
Closet Organizers
This is my go- to laundry basket. The handles make life easier!
Laundry Hampers - Walmart.com
I had this Mainstays dresser for my first apartment but I got it on sale for $90! Honestly it’s worth it! Enough storage for my all my leggings and shorts (not for my jeans tho so I hung those up) great for a first place dresser!
