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10.08.2024 - 03:40 / sunset.com / Sarah Yang
One of the best parts of move-in day at college is getting to decorate your dorm room (or apartment, house… whatever your housing situation is). It’s probably your first time living outside of your childhood home, so this is your big chance to decorate your own space the way you want to. Have fun with it!
To help with dorm room shopping, we’re sharing some of our favorite picks below. And even if college seems like a lifetime ago, this list might still be helpful—a lot of these items are stylish space-saving solutions that you can use in your post-college home.
You really can’t go wrong with IKEA’s classic RÅSKOG cart. It provides so much storage with a slim profile—great for any space, whether it’s a dorm room or house.
Made of organic cotton jersey, this comforter and sham set is so soft you might have trouble getting out of bed for class.
Naps are necessary in college. Don’t forget to pack a throw blanket.
Dorm beds aren’t exactly the most comfortable, so you’ll probably want to add an extra layer, like this gel-infused memory foam mattress topper.
This whimsical lamp will add a touch of cheer to any desk. And it’s a helpful vessel for storing pens and pencils.
This bed riser is a two-for-one—it will elevate your bed so you can get more storage underneath and it has built-in power outlets and USB ports.
Some dorm rooms might not even have a nightstand, or you might be in the top bunk, so a bedside caddy will help you keep all the essentials within arm’s reach.
LoveShackFancy has teamed up with PBTeen on a dorm collection. It features the dreamy, romantic vibes that the popular fashion brand is known for, like this blue floral bath caddy and laundry backpack.
This professional-quality set has the basics for any dorm kitchen. It
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