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My Freshman Dorm Essentials🪞✨
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All of my personal favorite things I have gotten for my dorm! - decor, appliances, bedding, cleaning supplies, and more
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Bedding
 
Appliances
 
Decor
 
Storage

Bedding

 
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You NEED a mattress topper if you want to sleep, this is a great comfy and affordable choice.
LINENSPA 2 Inch Gel Memory Foam Topper Twin XL
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I got this instead of a headboard and I LOVE it!! It is so comfy and looks adorable
King Euro Heavyweight Linen Blend Decorative Throw Pillow White - Casalunaâ„¢: Rayon Weave, Indoor Rectangle Cushion, Hidden Zipper
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Such a cute pattern to pair with a white comforter!
Walled Garden 200 Thread Count Cotton Percale Sheet Set
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Another layer to my pillow stack! A little bit of pink to keep with my pink and blue theme!
Sorra Home Linen Texture Pillows (Set of 2)
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Anther super cute throw pillow to add to the stack!
Georgia Cornflower
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The cutest comforter that is perfect to add colorful throw pillows to!
Laura Ashley Eyelet Ruffle 2-Piece White Microfiber Twin XL Comforter Set USHSA51254498
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Appliances

 
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Another essential is a fan, and I’m sure you’ve heard of the WOOZOO it really is a must.
IRIS USA WOOZOO Oscillating Desk Fan, 3 Speeds
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The air in dorms can get a little funky, I recommend getting an air purifier. I love this one because it works well and you can add essential oils to make your room smell good!
LEVOIT Core Mini-P Air Purifier, 3-in-1 Filter
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As some who NEEDS ice in their water, this has been a life saver!
Countertop Ice Maker 26lbs/Day, 2 Sizes, 8 Cubes/6min
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A makeup mirror with lights is a must!! You’ll need it so you don’t have to rely on the gross overhead lights
FENNIO 13x17'' Vanity Mirror with Lights
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Super convenient to be able to turn your lamp on and off with your phone, and they are affordable!
TP-Link Tapo Smart RGBW Bulbs, A19, 2-Pack
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Such a cute Brita!!
Pink Brita Pitchers | Brita Water Pitchers & Filters
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Decor

 
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Mix and Match with the pink set for the perfect wall decor set!
Henri Matisse Canvas Wall Art Set of 3
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Mix and match with the blue set for a super cute wall decor set up
HesenDot Pink Wall Art Set of 3, 12x16in
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Gold accents are a must, and these are so cute instead of regular command hooks
pickpiff Wall Hooks 13LB Adhesive Gold 2PK
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Such a cute little frame, I’m using it as nightstand decor!
Mainstays by Becky G. & Alejandra 4" x 6" or 5" x 7" Wavy Photo Frame, Seashell White - Walmart.com
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Storage

 
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Such a cute and affordable storage option!
13" Decorative Coiled Rope Basket Cream - Brightroomâ„¢: Storage & Organization, Oval, Handles, 13 Inch Cube System Compatible
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The perfect night stand for a small space with plenty of storage! It’s tall and skinny to fit perfectly with a higher up dorm bed
Fairy Tall Narrow Storage Dresser with 5 Drawers, Slim Fabric Cabinet for Bathroom or Closet, White - Walmart.com
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The perfect little storage container for medicine or cosmetics and it comes with a mirror!
Cosmetic Storage Container with Bamboo Lid - Brightroomâ„¢
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