This post is all about dorm room essentials.
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1. Puffy TWIN XL Mattress
This mattress is the one of the comfiest you can get – confirmed by Ellen DeGeneres.
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2. Velvet Non-Slip Hangers (50pk)
Matching hangers can make the world of a difference when it comes to a solid closet presentation!
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3. Closet Space Saving Hangers
Make the most of your small dorm room closet by saving space with these vertical hangers.
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4. White Noise Sound Machine
Living on a college campus can make getting a good nights sleep, a difficult task. Use this white noise maker to block out any unwanted noise!!
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5. Shower Caddy
When it comes to a dorm room shower caddy make sure you get one with lots of pockets! You will appreciate it later.
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6. North Face Back Pack
When it comes to buying a college backpack, make sure you get one that is going to hold all your books, computer, notes etc. without breaking or straining your back!
North Face is the #1 recommended brand when it comes to college school supplies.
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7. 10ft iPhone Charger
Dorm Room Ideas: 10ft iPhone Charger that will reach your bed!
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8. Power Strip Outlet
Dorm rooms do not have a lot of outlets! Make your life much easier and get a few of these extenders. I had at least 2 of these in my dorm – one by my bed, the other by the “kitchen” area. VERY NECESSARY
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9. Command Strips
Most dorms do not allow you to put holes in the wall to hang stuff, so command strips are the way to go.
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10. 3 in 1 Breakfast Maker
Mini Breakfast Maker for your dorm kitchen. I LOVED mine (and still use it all the time 3 years later) It cleans easy, doesn’t take up much room and works quick!!
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11. Towel Wrap – Turkish, 100% Cotton
Towels are good, but this towel wrap is everything you need for your college dorm room years. It holds itself up and is 100% cotton made in Turkey!
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12. Laundry Wash Bag
If you listen to me about anything, make it this: YOU NEED THESE. Living in a dorm, or college apartments with horrible washing machines, you NEED a laundry wash bag. These protect your delicates, bra’s, underwear, Lululemon leggings, silk, etc. from the ruins of a machine
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13. Keriug
Having quick access to hot water is a luxury in any doom.
Use this Keurig in your dorm room to make many things (soup, steam veggies, tea) and of course, coffee.
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14. Tile Key Finder
Loosing your dorm key is a PAIN and tbh, it happens often. Typically when you loose a key it costs $100 to replace it…. save yourself. get a tile keychain finder.
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15. Fire Stick
Dorm Room Essentials: Get everything you need all in one $40 payment. Fire TV Stick is the best for the dorm room
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16. AirPods
These headphones are ideal when it comes to large college lecture rooms. just dont loose them
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17. Homesick Candles
Dorm room essentials: this will keep you smiling through the homesick
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18. Turkish 6pc Towel
Dorm room essential: fluffy elegant towels that look pretty and feel good
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19. First Aid Kit
First aid essentials: first aid kit. very important, stay prepared.
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20. Bedside Shelf
Clip this shelf to the side of your bed to hold your water, phone, chapstick etc. Easy access (especially if you are in a lofted bed)
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21. Bracelet Key Chain – Lily Pulitzer
Dorm Room Essentials: Stop loosing your dorm key pt 2!
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22. Flask
You really never know when you are going to need a flask until ya need one (trust me!)
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23. Essential Oil Diffuser
Get an essential oil diffuser to keep your dorm smelling fresh and welcoming. No one wants a musky dorm
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24. Pepper Spray
Dorm room essentials: pepper spray for the keychain. Every college student should have one just in case. Stay safe!!
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25. Clear Bubble Umbrella
There is nothing worse than walking to class in the pouring rain but the sad truth is you might have too at some point. This umbrella is a life saver because it loops down really far to protect your face from horizontal rain pour!!
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26. Welcome Mat
Dorm room ideas: Brighten up the place with a nice welcome mat. Have to make it homey some how!
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27. Wall Stand
This bed wall stand will be super helpful if you are in a lofted bed!
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28. Disposable Cameras
Dorm room ideas: These are so fun because ya never know what youre going to get. Leave them out for your guests or take them with you to the party!
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29. Drawer Organizer
Storage space is very limited in every dorm room so it is hard to stay organized and clean. Make it easier on yourself with drawer inserts
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30. Mini Fridge
Mini fridge is very essential to your dorm. *tip: on your way out of the cafe, snag an extra yogurt or banana and stock up your fridge!
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31. Blackout Shades
If your dorm allows you to swap out new window shades, I definitely recommend these ones. Your sleep schedule is going to be very inconsistent and it won’t always be pitch black when you need to it be so these shades are a life saver!
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32. Tea Tree Shampoo + Conditioner
The water in your dorm or college town is most likely very different from home. It can strip your hair, leaving unhealthy impurities behind. Switching to a good, trusted shampoo will protect your hair from damage and discoloration!
The Paul Mitchell Tea Tree brand is my all time favorite plus it is affordable!
I don’t recommend buying it off of amazon, I would try Ulta or Target!
33. Handheld Vacum
Keep your dorm room clean with a cordless vacuum that is easy to use and even easier to store away.
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34. Zip Fizz – Healthy Drink
I hiiiighly recommend trying out zip fizz (especially if you are drinking alcohol)
We would use these as a mixer almost every time for a hangover free morning. They are healthy energy drinks with B12 and tons of electrolytes that are truly miracle workers!
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35. Foldable storage bags
Dorm room essentials: Keep your out of season clothes tucked away and organized.
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36. Clip Fan
Majority of dorms do not have air conditioning leaving your room very hot. Having one of these fans clipped next to your bed is a life savor
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37. “The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into In College” – BEST SELLER
Dorm room ideas: Funny but practical. Everything a college student wants to read and needs to know. Doubtful? check out all the great reviews!
June 23, 2016 Verified Purchase “Bought as a gift for my daughter who leaves for college this fall. She’s not really one to read for pleasure but she said she couldn’t put this book down! Lots of helpful advice and really put her fears to rest. She said she feels ready for college now and feels like she can handle anything.“
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