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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 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 safe 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 room decor doesn’t have to be boring, and there’s a lot you can do in a small space to make yourself at home. If you are looking for dorm room ideas, and don’t want to forget the essentials, look no further. From funky duvets to a stylish mini fridge, we’ve got you covered. Check out our ultimate list of dorm room essentials that will ensure your room will be the envy of the dormitory.
Ready for dorm life? Here are the creative essentials every college student craves.
Bed and Bath
5 Piece Bed-in-a-Bag in Black Aztec
![Dorm Room Essentials](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-18.jpg)
Amazon Basics | $39.99
Retro 70s Sunrays Duvet Cover
![Dorm Room Duvet](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-30.jpg)
Alisa Galitsyna | $85.40
Hippie Flowers Black Comforter
![Flower Bedding](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-1.jpeg)
Bitart | $90.30
Velvet Dorm Room Headboard
![Headboard for Dorms](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/headboard-bed-1.jpg)
Modway | $106.19
Bed Shelf
![Bed Shelf](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/bed-shelfie-1.jpg)
BedShelfie | $64.99
Banana Life Hand Towel Set (2 Hand Towels, 2 Bath Towels)
![Dorm Room Ideas](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-24.jpg)
Mark Ashkenazi | $21
Folding Laundry Hamper
![Dorm Room Ideas](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-4.jpg)
Songsongstore | $13.99
Shower Caddy and Bathroom Tote
![Stylish Shower Caddy](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/coral-shower-caddy.jpg)
iDesign | $15.73
Good Morning, Sunshine Bath Mat
![Sun Bath Mat](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-3.jpeg)
Ilovedoodle | $19.60
Dorm Room Decor
Macrame Wall Hanging
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-room-decor-1.jpg)
Teddy and Wool | $300
Summer Sunset Removable Wall Mural
![Dorm Room Ideas](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-32.jpg)
Cascadia | $349.99
Custom Shaped Pet Pillow
![Personalized Pet Pillow](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-6.jpeg)
aurespaces | $29.99+
Custom Map Throw Pillow
![Custom Map Throw Pillow](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/custom-map-pillow-01.jpg)
OldMapTravelerStore | $44
Gold Geometric String Lights
![LED Lights](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-10.jpeg)
Twinkle Star | $11.99
Decorative Tassel Garland
![Decorative Yarn Tassel Garland](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/yarn-tassel-garland-01.jpg)
RamenHands | $32+
Turquoise Sea Pastel Beach III Wall Hanging
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-33.jpg)
Nautical Decor | $30.59
Mod Triangles Area Rug
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-29.jpg)
Crystal W Design | $42
Bonfire Throw Blanket
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-31.jpg)
Urban Wild Studio Supply | $45.50+
Hangit Photo Display
![Hanging Photos](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-7.jpeg)
Umbra | $22
“Wondershelf”
![Wondershelf by Artori Design](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/artori-design-wondershelf.jpg)
Artori Design | $32
Wood LED Desk Lamp
![LED Table Lamp](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-8.jpeg)
Tomons | $43.99
Succulent Planters
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-10.jpg)
Jusalpha | $19.99
Lap Desk
![Lap Desk](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/lap-desk-1.jpg)
HUANUO | 37.99
Customizable Cinema Lightbox
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-6.jpg)
SUOMEI | $13.99
Floating Shelf with Succulent Planter
![Dorm Room Decor](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-15.jpg)
Umbra | $51.96
Brushed Copper Desk Fan
![Vintage Style Desk Fan](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/copper-desk-fan.jpg)
Holmes | $34.65
Wireless Charger
![Wireless Charger](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/wireless-charger-1.jpg)
ESTAVEL | 27.99
LED Word Clock
![Word Clock](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/word-clock-1.jpg)
SHARPER IMAGE | $26.99
Mandala Floor Cushion
![Dorm Room Ideas](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-9.jpg)
Mandala Life ART | $22.99
Leaning Floor Length Mirror
![Leaning Mirror](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-9.jpeg)
Umbra | $158.99
Rainbow Cheetah Floor Cushion
![Floor Pillow](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-2.jpeg)
Megan Galante | $85
Kitchen Essentials
12-Piece Melamine Dinnerware Set
![Dorm Room Essentials](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-19.jpg)
Gibson Home | $19.99
Set of 16 Plastic Tumblers in Assorted Colors
![Acrylic Tumblers](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/acrylic-tumblers-1.jpg)
US Acrylic | $20.99
Stainless Steel Cutlery Set (7 Pieces)
![Dorm Room Essentials](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-34.jpg)
Vker | $18.90
Mini Coffee Maker
![Coffee Maker](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/coffee-maker-1.jpg)
Keurig | 69.99
Brief History of Art Mug
![History of Art Mug](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/brief-history-of-art-mug-mug-unemployed-philosophers-guild-1.png)
Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $16.95
Glass Food Storage Containers (Set of 24)
![Food Storage Containers](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/food-storage-containers-1.jpg)
Bayco | $39.99
Single-Serve Coffee Maker
![Dorm Room Ideas](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-11.jpg)
Keurig | $269.99
Retro Compact Refrigerator
![Compact Refrigerator](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/compact-refrigerator-1.jpg)
Frigidaire | $219.99
Retro Countertop Microwave
![Retro Microwave](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-11.jpeg)
Winia | $99
Stay Organized and Ready to Study
Elephant Pencil Holder and Phone Stand
![Cool Pencil Holder](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cool-pencil-holder.jpg)
CoolBros | $9.99
Superhero Bookend
![Superhero Bookend](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/superhero-bookend.jpg)
Artori Design | $32
Metal Bulletin Board
![Dorm Room Essentials](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dorm-essentials-14-e1534963953145.jpg)
Umbra | $29.99
Fast Charging Station for Phones and Tablets
![Fast Charging Station for Tablets and Phones](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/fast-charging-station.jpg)
Tidy Home | $39.99
Small Round Trash Can
![Plastic Trashcan](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-12.jpeg)
mDesign | $21.49
Quilted Fabric Buckets (Set of 3)
![Storage Cube Baskets](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/storage-cube-baskets-1.jpg)
voten | $37.99
Night Garden Travel Mug
![Travel Mug](https://mymodernmet.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dorm-essentials-update-14.jpeg)
rizapeker | $25.20
This article has been edited and updated.
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