It's that time of year again. With college move-in day rapidly approaching, there can be so much to think about. Whether you are a freshman on your own for the first time or a returning student digging into your major, everyone needs a space to call their own. Do you have everything you need to transform your college dorm room into a cozy, cool environment?
Living on your own can be an exciting but stressful transition. Gone is the safety net of home, as you get ready to spread your wings, but the thrilling part is that you have a whole new space to decorate. Your dorm room is your haven and a place to express your personal style. Complicating matters a bit is that it also needs to be your bedroom, study, and kitchen in one. After all, who wants to go all the way to the cafeteria for a late-night snack?
Dorm decor doesn't have to be boring, and there's a lot you can do in a small space to make yourself at home while living on campus. If you are looking for dorm accessories and don't want to forget the essentials, look no further. From funky duvets to a stylish mini fridge, we've got you covered with everything you need to make your dorm room feel like a home away from home.
Check out our ultimate list of dorm room essentials for college kids that will ensure your room will be the envy of the dormitory. Get shopping and then get packing!
Ready for dorm life? Here are the creative dorm essentials every college student craves. These college essentials will make it feel like home.
Bed and Bath
5-Piece Bed-in-a-Bag in Gray Leaf
Amazon Basics | $37.45
Retro 70s Sunrays Duvet Comforter
Alisa Galitsyna | $83.30+
Velvet Dorm Room Headboard
Modway | $103.34+
Bed Shelf
BedShelfie | $39.99
Banana Life Hand Towel Set (2 Hand Towels, 2 Bath Towels)
Mark Ashkenazi | $24.50+
Collapsible Laundry Basket
Langyashan | $14.59
Good Morning, Sunshine Bath Mat
Ilovedoodle | $24.50+
Dorm Room Decor
Macrame Wall Hanging
Teddy and Wool | $400+
Summer Sunset Removable Wall Mural
Cascadia | $490.50
Custom Shaped Pet Pillow
aurespaces | $29.45+
Custom Map Throw Pillow
OldMapTravelerStore | $42
Goldfish Cracker Plush
Dreams Gelsomino | $21+
Tufted Coasters
Honey Art and Nature | $14.90
Gold Geometric String Lights
Twinkle Star | $12.99
Decorative Tassel Garland
RamenHands | $32+
Turquoise Sea Pastel Beach III Wall Hanging
Nautical Decor | $24
Liquid Marble Throw Blanket
Urban Wild Studio Supply | $58.50+
“Wondershelf”
Artori Design | $32
Swing Arm Desk Lamp With Wireless Charger
ELYONA | $39.99
Succulent Planters
Jusalpha | $19.99
Lap Desk
HUANUO | $27.99
In Bloom Floor Pillow
Alisa Galitsyna | $98.10
Brushed Copper Desk Fan
Holmes | $39.79
Mini Sunset Mushroom Night Light
Cosy Cottage Lights | $39
LED Word Clock
SHARPER IMAGE | $27.64
Acrylic Floating Shelves
ROYALITA | $12.99
Leaning Floor Length Mirror
Umbra | $175.91
Rainbow Cheetah Floor Cushion
Megan Galante | $107.10
Glitch Greek Sculpture Art Light
Static Glaze | $40
Lightbox Letterboard
My Cinema | $22.99
Kitchen Essentials
12-Piece Melamine Dinnerware Set
Gibson Home | $22.08
Set of 6 Plastic Reusable Drinking Glasses in Assorted Colors
US Acrylic | $20.99
Stainless Steel Cutlery Set (7 Pieces)
Vker | $17.98
Mini Coffee Maker
Keurig | $75
Cupholder for Dorm Beds
Grad Tech Solutions | $16.99
Glass Food Storage Containers (Set of 24)
Bayco | $32.99
Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Keurig | $99.99
Retro Compact Refrigerator
Frigidaire | $159
Retro Countertop Microwave
COMFEE' | $151.68
Stay Organized and Ready to Study
Superhero Bookend
Artori Design | $32
Metal Bulletin Board
Umbra | $51
Fast Charging Station for Phones and Tablets
Tidy Home | $39.97
Small Round Trash Can
mDesign | $25.99
Quilted Fabric Buckets (Set of 3)
voten | $29.99
Night Garden Travel Mug
rizapeker | $32
This article has been edited and updated. Prices were accurate at the time of publication.
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