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Room/Dorm and University Essentials and Decor!!
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items As a University student who moved out to study in a different city in September, I'd say I'm quite confident in guiding others to essentials needed for a cozy and practical room!
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These are things you need to make your busy day-to-day student life a little easier.
These storage crates are cute, don't take up a lot of space and have been a life saver when it comes to me organising my drawers in my apartment. They fold up so when you are not using them, they are easy to store away.
Felix Jelly Folding Storage Crate
A compact laundry hamper will save you space in your room and make it easy to store all of your dirty clothes in one place. The lid of the hamper helps prevent weird smells in your room and adds a visual level of cleanliness.
Bamboo Laundry Hamper with Lid
A laptop/tablet is a nice addition to your University life as it is easy to make notes on and unlike paper ones - you cant lose them! It is a bit more of an investment but for me it makes it easier to keep track of all my scheduling, assigments and n...
Lenovo 13w 2-in-1 Gen 3 (13" Intel)
Whether you want to make paper notes, or want a diary, this is perfect. A notebook which you can put a personalised touch on is not only going to motivate you to write more, but also you are less likely to lose it!
Custom Initials Lined Note Book - A5
If you think you have enough pens - you don’t, trust me. Ballpoint pens will be your saviour if you quickly need to write down some notes, a reminder or a note.
Papermate ballpoint pens
A bag is essential for carrying things around campus - a laptop, notepad and 50 energy drinks. This bag is big and spacious and has pockets that allow for safely storing things like your phone, keys and wallet.
BDG Logo Washed Denim Tote Bag
Everyone needs a little space to keep their toothbrushes and toothpaste. Instead of using a random glass from your cupboard that you will eventually probably need for a guest, invest in a little bath tumbler, both cute and practical. Can also be used...
Bow Bath Tumbler
Clear push pins are in my opinion - the way to go. They are almost invisible, therefore do not distract from your posters or pictures.
Pack of 100 Clear Pushpins
Decor
University can be lonely and chaotic, having a cozy room to come back to is essential to stay happy.
If you like your bed to be a calm place where you wind down for the night, i recommend this bedding set. It is a single colour with no overwhelming textures or images.
Breezy Cotton Percale Duvet Set
Fairy lights are the perfect way to bring your room from just nice to extra cozy and warm looking. I put these over my poster board to turn on at night and highlight all of my pictures and posters.
Fairy Lights LED Garland 3m - 60 Led Lights - High Quality ...
This little battery powered lamp is cute and will not take up valuable plug space. It will add a level of personality and coziness to your room :)
Mr Maria Miffy Bundle Of Light Mini Lamp
If you want your room to have a little more pizzazz and personality, reflect your music taste onto it! This is perfect for if you really have that album that you’re in love in and want to show it off!!
Set of 3 Music Album Posters - Choose Your Own Album Posters
This minimalistic lamp is small and emits a warm cozy light. It is perfect for a cute desk lamp or a bedside table lamp for when you want to bunker down for the night but you’re not quite ready to turn your lights off.
Vintage Glass Mushroom Lamp – Warm Ambient Night Light – USB Rechargeable Soft Glow Table Lamp for Cozy Aesthetic Decor - Etsy UK
I personally have one of these, I must say it is more of an investment but it is so worth it. It provides a warm light while bringing some cute vibes and colours into my room.
Antique Tiffany Style Table Lamp Stained Glass Handcrafted Multicolored Bedside UK - Etsy UK
A cute decorative piece that you can put anywhere, brings some greenery into your room, and very helpful if you don’t have much of a green thumb, but also coasters!!! If you enjoy a nice coffee at night or a cup of tea, these are useful to avoid stai...
Plant Pot With Magnetic Leaf Coasters
Oil diffusors are the way to go if fire alarms are too sensitive in your house for candles and incense and you still want your house smelling nice.
Ceramic Oil Diffuser