Are you an in coming freshman? Use this list to make living in a shoebox so much better! As a current junior, I know a thing or two about living in close quarters. Using these products to help you enjoy your time in the dorms!
Sections
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Storage
Decor
Bedding
Appliances
Furniture
Storage
Use these recommendations to make the most out of a small space!
Remove the bottom shelves and slide in a mini fridge! Perfect for food and dish storage!
Adjustable Storage Shelves
So versatile and I love that it's mobile to take around the room with you!
3 Tier Utility Rolling Cart
Perfect for holding your phone, glasses, water bottle, and any other bed time essentials!
Bedside Caddy Hanging Bed Organizer
Great for putting your feet up and hiding things the RA doesn't need to see ;)
Storage Ottoman Cream
You will always need more than you think!
18pk Plastic Hangers White
Saves so much closet space so you have room to buy more clothes!!
6 Tier Hangers with Clips
Don't waste precious shelf space on shoes, use this over the door organizer!
15 Pocket Over-the-Door Hanging Shoe Storage
Great for dresser drawers, desks, snacks, or throwing random things in and calling it organized!
12" x 6" x 4" All Purpose Storage Bin
Great for adding extra storage under your bed!
Bed Risers
Decor
Just because you're living small doesn't mean your room can't feel like home! Decorate it and make it your own!
Perfect for doing homework or watching movies in bed!
Back Rest Pillow
From class to frat parties to gamedays, make sure the outfit is on point
Over the Door Mirror
Perfect for when the communal bathroom is full and you're running late for class!
Desk Mirror with Storage
Add some personality to those bare walls with these posters! Perfect for the cottage cowgirl in your life
Set of 6 Printed Posters with Adhesive Cottage Cowgirl
Add some coziness to your room! Comes in so many sizes!
Area Rugs
Nobody likes the big light anyway!
Decorative Lights
Perfect for hanging lights!
Command Indoor Light Hooks
Great for hanging decor or clothing!
Command hooks
Bedding
A good night's sleep is the first step to rocking any day in college. Use these recommendations to have the comfiest, coziest bed in the dorm.
The only thing standing between you and the rock hard dorm provided mattress is this mattress topper
Twin XL Memory Foam Mattress Topper
Don't skimp on good sheets and don't forget to wash them!
Twin/Twin XL Printed 400 Thread Count Sheet Set White/Blue Floral 3-Piece Set
Dorm rooms are freezing - plan accordingly with this cozy comforter
Twin/Twin Extra Long Puffer Comforter
A pillow makes or breaks a good night's rest. Use this 2 pack to stay comfy all night!
2-Pack Plush Bed Pillows Set
Use on those extra cold nights in bed or to stay cozy on the futon!
Plush Throw Blanket
Appliances
Other random essentials that you may not think of but will make your room so much more enjoyable!
Perfect for clipping onto the bedrail of your bunk bed and staying cool all night long!
Clip on Fan
Calling all coffee lovers! Enjoy a cup of joe right in your room
Keurig K-Mini Mate Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
Small but mighty! Perfect for making ramen and mac and cheese when the dining hall just isn't cutting it
Kenmore 0.7 cu-ft Microwave
Who knows what's in the water at the dorms. Keep it clean with a Brita!
Brita 6-Cup Denali Water Pitcher Dispenser
The ultimate dorm appliance. Keeps snacks and drinks cold and it even has a freezer for sweet treats!
Whirlpool 3.1 cu ft Mini Refrigerator Stainless Steel
Essential for keeping your “water” cold in the dorms ;)
Ice Cube Trays
Furniture
A cheap futon is all you need to make your room a home
