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College Dorm Essentials
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I have two kids in college (a boy and a girl) and one more going off to college in two years.  These are all the items that were must-have and most used by my college freshman.
 
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Add storage to your dorm desk!
Dorm Desktop Bookshelves Ideal Dorm Room Storage
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Tall nightstand for raised dorm beds
College Dorm Room Tables, Nightstands, Desks & More
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Shelf to maximize space over mini fridge.  Perfect for storing snacks!
Mini Fridge Shelf
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These bags are essential for dorm move in!
FRAKTA storage bag, blue, 73x35x30 cm76 l (28 ¾x13 ¾x11 ¾"20 gallon)
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The best storage unit for dorms! Fits under a raised dorm bed perfectly!
Cube Storage
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Fabric cubes to go inside the cube organizer for under the dorm bed!
fabric storage cubes
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Must-have fan for your dorm room!
Woozoo Fan
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Hands-down the best mattress topper for the flimsy dorm mattress! SO comfy!
Down Alternative & Gel Memory Foam Mattress Toppers | Lucid©
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Laundry backpack to transport dirty clothes to and from the dorm laundry room (and of course when they come home!)
Laundry Backpack
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For hiding all the under-bed storage!
Trendy College Bed Skirts Sized for Twin Extra Long Dorm Beds
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Mattress Protector, fully zips around dorm mattress
Utopia Bedding Zippered Mattress Encasement Twin XL
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Put on top of your mattress topper to hold it in place
Mattress Toppers and Pads
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Storage for hair tools, make up and toiletries
Clear Acrylic Hair Dryer Holder with Drawer
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Dorm Must Have! For storing toiletries or shower caddies
3 Tier Cart
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Be sure to get two sets!
Twin XL : Sheets & Pillowcases - Bedding
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Slim hangers to maximize closet space
Slimline Hangers
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Used for everything from homework to watching Netflix in bed!
LAP DESK by Lap Gear
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Makes sitting up in bed more comfy!
Dorm Headboard
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Must-have mini fridge for the dorm
College Dorm Refrigerator
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Keep feet clean on dirty dorm floors
Women's Slippers: Indoor House Slipper & Clog Styles
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So much better than an iron for dorm living
Best Garment Steamers
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Use as a step stool to get up on the raised dorm bed
Ottoman With Storage For Dorm Room
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Fits under the raised dorm bed for more storage
Sterilite > Storage > Drawers, Carts & Towers
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Must have for dorm bathroom
Mesh Shower Caddy
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Best hamper for dorm
Best Pop-Up Laundry Hampers
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Don't shower in the dorm bathroom with out them!
Shower Shoes
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Hook to hang id lanyards
Key Hooks: Home & Kitchen
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Shoe organizer for small closet
Hanging Shoe Organizers
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Fits in Mini Fridge!
Brita Filter
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Organizer for desk drawers
Plastic Drawer Organizer
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With Apple Pencil for taking notes
iPad 10.9-inch (10th generation)
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For use with iPad for taking notes in class
Apple Pencil
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Can sit on their desk or nightstand
TESSAN Tower Surge Protector Power Strip 10ft
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Desk lamp
Desk Lamps | Amazon.com | Lighting & Ceiling Fans
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For sitting in bed
Husband Pillow
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To prevent illness!
Air Purifier
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Every college freshman needs a full length mirrro
Over Door Full Length Mirror
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Command hooks for hanging hats, belts, purses and bags
Command Hooks
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