dude. college is HARD— you have so much to focus on and usually it’s the first time you’ve been away from home long-term. here are some things that got me through it!
Sections
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sleeping
decor
toiletries
going to class
hanging with friends
sleeping
if your roommate comes in late, no lights will disturb you if you’re wearing this!
light-blocking eye mask
these are my absolute favorites. i use them all of the time! any type of annoying noises… gone!
loop earplugs
good for your skin and hair!
silk pillowcase
trust me when i say those dorm beds are NOT comfy. please save your back and get a mattress topper
twin memory foam mattress topper
decor
no need to crawl down from the top bunk to get your water bottle, meds, or phone when it’s on your handy dorm bed shelf!
dorm bed shelf
overhead lighting in the dorm is too harsh! solve it with some cute, easy to hang mood lighting :)
fairy string lights
your feet will thank you after a long day of trekking around campus
pink fluffy area rug
for those days that your one phone alarm just won’t do it!
alarm clock
toiletries
taking out the trash? touched too many doorknobs? this is handy (and so cute)!
touchland hand sanitizer
the dorm air can be CRIPPLING. hydrating face masks help a ton!
juicy watermellow face mask
i can not live without this, even to this day lol
rare beauty hand cream
still use this every day— so helpful to keep my wet hair out of the way, and it’s nice to have it up walking back from the communal shower to your dorm room!
microfiber hair towel
a MUST for communal bathrooms! it’s breathable so it won’t mold, and it will hold everything you need! this one is also adorable :)
mesh shower caddy bag
going to class
SO comfy. plus this color is adorbs
apple headphones
tried and true. will carry your things while looking like the most put together freshman ever
north face borealis backpack
save money! pack your lunch!
sky blue lunchbox
doesn’t take up much room and you’ll be so glad when you get a papercut!
portable first aid kit
literally my most trusted water bottle
owala freesip water bottle
hanging with friends
everyone will be dying of laughter in under 10 mins
cards against humanity game
you will be the coolest person at the function if you pull this out. i swear
beer pong set
late night hangs sometimes require a bit more battery power, and you’re not always near a plug!
mophie portable phone charger
no stinky breath is ever wanted! keep it fresh— this is my favorite chewing gum brand :)
