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The most adorbs dorm needs 🛋️
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items From the cutest decor to the most useful items. Everything you could, should, and NEED to get for your college dorm. As a soon to be incoming freshman I personally asked many of my friends so I could truly curate the best of the best for my baddies o...
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bedding
bathroom essentials
overall living area
storage!!!
personal needs
cleaning needs
bedding
My essentials for the cutest, nicest, most comfortable bed to fall into after a stressful class, lab, or test without breaking the bank
The perfect bases to your bed. I highly recommend to buy 2 to 3 sets so you will always have bedding during either a spill or laundry day
Twin XL 3 Piece Sheet Set
Bedside table caddies are the best way to add on storage and to give yourself a bed side table without taking away space
Bedside Caddy
I go to school on the east coast so a nice thick comforter is something I always need once winter hits
Twin XL : Comforters
I personally think fuzzy pillows have the same effect as a fuzzy rug does after a long walk. They are the perfect thing to rest on after a tiring day. Even if not your main sleep pillow. Theyre so perfect
Fuzzy Pillows
Literally the ideal blanket for a nice comfy bed. Perfect for warmer temperatures but also I love a comfy blanket just to cover up while studying.
Twin XL Blanket for Bed
The best mattress topper to keep the dorm beds comfy and ideal
Memory Foam Mattress Topper
bathroom essentials
Everything to take with you to the bathrooms. Communal or private, everything works well for both
Shower caddies are essential for carrying your shower needs to and from communal bathrooms, or for just seperating your stuff in your dorm bathroom. Theyre so quick drying so no mold or mildew smell
Mesh Shower Caddy Portable
overall living area
Your dorm is way more than the just your bed, its your home and this is everything you need for it
I personally think stackable shoe racks are so perfect to keep the entry way of your dorm organized. In a place where storage is limited ashoe rack could be a necessity or unnecessary
Stackable Shoe Rack
Britas are the perfect thing to elevate your dorm living just a little further. I persoanlly hate the taste of tap water but my dorms only sink is communal so a filter is a necessity for me
Brita
I personally chose to use a humidifier because I have asthma and dorming is a total dust show. Dorms are old and having to go to the hospital because you cant breathe isnt worth it
Air Purifiers 3-in-1
The perfect jewelry stand to make sure you dont lose any piece of jewelry on campus
4-Tier Jewelry Organizer
I personally think that rugs are the best way to elevate decorations. A lot of dorms have carpeting but they're old and a nice rug is just what you need after a long walk across campus
Faux Fur Rug 2x3
Literally so needed in a dorm. I love using zip-ties to organize my cords by my desk and to keep my clothing hangers together while im moving everthing into my closey
Zip Ties
Literally so needed if you plan on using school wifi
Ethernet Cable
I love multi-use lamps and desk materials
Desk Lamp with Wireless Charger with Pen Holder
Exactly what you need to keep a beautiful and clean dorm
Cordless Vacuum
storage!!!
The best pieces to optimize the limited space colleges give you
Cute organizers are the perfect way to add storage into your room without adding any off aesthetic pieces. Just a couple storage bins are perfect for gym gear, socks, headbands, hair care, etc
Large 22 Quart Linen Fabric Foldable Storage Bin
personal needs
Taking care of person is just as important so heres everything you should take with you
Lint rollers are exactly what most people forget to bring but need more than anything. Whether its formal clothes for a career fair or just an everyday lecture, nobody actually wants to be linty
Lint Roller
Def a need if youre at a school were RA can do random checks or if youre getting a stranger as a roomate
Eastern Security Safe
I swear by first aid kids especially as a clumsy girl
First Aid Kits & Supplies
Velvet hangers hold onto clothing a lot better than plastic or wooden ones. I love these hangers for my clothing. I always recommend a 50 pack even if you dont bring that many piece of clothing, closets grow.
Amazon Basics Slim Velvet Non-Slip Hangers, 50
It may seem like an unnecessary thing but I would always recommend a mini kit and learning basic sewing so you can always fix your own clothing in times of need
Mini Sewing Kit
cleaning needs
Dorms are gross, college is gross, heres everything you would need to keep your space clean
There are so many different germs in a college dorm. Either dollar tree or amazon brand wipes will do just perfectly. Wipe down everything INCLUDING the bed
Multipurpose Wipes
Multipurpose spray is also great for places where wipes will ruin the look. Whether a window or a mirror, spray is perfect for the either far places or just place you dont want streaky
Multi Surface Cleaners
A MUSSSSTTTTT if you're going to using any form of closet or storage that may hold moisture. Keep your clothes clean and NOT moldy
DampRid
The best way to keep all your socks together and prevent them from being eaten by the washing machine
Mesh Laundry Bag
kitchen/food
Heres all the necessities you need for surviving the struggle meals you have to eat
I highly recommend getting your own mini fridge even if your dorm recommends one (unless only one is allowed). Usually dorms only allow a 2x2 fridge
Mini Fridges