34 Things To Add Some Personality To Your Boring Dorm Room
A fleece pom-pom throw to add a cutesy, cozy flair to your dorm. This one is made from microfiber and flannel, so it's ~super~ soft — making it the perfect option for curling up with when you're studying late or just napping after your afternoon caffeine crash.
Some fairy lights because although you'd rather be sleeping, nothing can stop you from adding a bit of dreamy coziness to your boring dorm walls. They're great for creating the ambient lighting of your choice, and reviewers say they're very easy to hang!
Or a pack of fairy string lights with clear clips perfect for adding a cozy, nostalgic touch to your home away from home and displaying all your fun memories with old friends and new 💫.
A colorful wireless keyboard and mouse set that'll make writing those late night essays a tad more bearable. It comes in a variety of cute colors to brighten up your space! Its keys have the feeling of an old typewriter, making a soft and soothing *click-clack* that'll add some ~ASMR~ to your homework sessions.
A quilted chenille floor pillow because in a space as tiny as your dorm room, every bit of real estate is necessary — including the floor! Not only is it way more comfortable than sitting on a bunch of blankets and flat pillows, but it looks so chic too.
A sunset lamp that imitates a stunning, Lion King-level sunrise. It's just what you need to create a soothing ambiance as you get an early start your day. It'll also elevate movie nights with friends and add vibes to your space without you needing to put any holes in the wall.
Or a bendable halo projector lamp here to immerse you in vibrant rings of colorful light. The TikTok-viral sunset lamp is cool and all, but this doesn't just stop at one simple sunset hue; it projects up to five colorful halos of light that can make any room feel like you've been swallowed up by a rainbow. You can even bend and shape each lamp head, directing the halos wherever you want and adjusting their size.
A purrrfectly adorable Post-It note holder to help you keep your stash of sticky notes organized and ready to grab whenever you need to jot something down. It's so cute, you'll be finding whatever excuse you can to show it off to your study group. It also comes with a pack of pink sticky notes!
A gorgeously designed Hatch Restore sound machine that'll look so chic on your nightstand and makes it feel like you're starting your day off with an energizing sunrise. It works as a touch-controlled smart light and will gently wake your body up with soothing sounds instead of that traumatizing iPhone alarm sound (you know the one). It even has a soft-glow reading light to help you wind down and achieve the healthy sleep routine of your dreams — even after pulling those all-nighters!
A dreamy pastel duvet cover set because seriously looks like an impossibly soft cloud just sitting in the corner of your room, waiting for you to jump into it. I mean, who wouldn't want to come home to this glorious beauty after a long day of student-ing? Your bed rot days just got a whole new meaning.
Or a boho duvet set, which offers up a comfy haven for you to snuggle up in while you doom scroll on TikTok when you should probably be cracking open that chemistry textbook. Oh, welllll.
A faux-fur rug so that when you wake up, your feetsies are welcomed with soft, plush fuzz instead of the hard floor that makes you want to hit the snooze button...again.
A ~pensive~ face vase perfect for all who appreciate the beautiful details in life (and probably imitates how you look in your Econ class). It's so elegant that it'll elevate any dull space all the way to the gods. With this, your dorm is no longer a mundane space — it is a refined art museum.
A vintage-looking dimmable candle warmer so candle lovers can still enjoy their favorite scents without breaking the "no open flame rule." It gently heats up your candles, releasing their soothing aroma and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Plus, the soft glow is just as cozy as a real candle — perfect for setting a relaxing mood after a long day of classes.
Realistic artificial hanging plants, which'll look beautiful cascading down a shelf or dresser. Why study in a boring ole' space when you could turn it into an enchanted forest?
An LED display portable turntable because its charming crackle and the warm sound of vinyl in the background will help soothe your mind as you trek your way through another mind-numbing study guide. 🥲 Plus, needing to flip or change the record will ensure that you remember to take a quick break to stretch your legs (and refill your coffee or grab your go-to snack) from time to time!
And a clear acrylic vinyl record shelf — not only does it keep your favorite records easy to reach for to play as background music while you study, but it lets you show off your collection in an elegant way without taking up any extra space. And, for the record, T. Swift will be proudly showcased on that wall.
An eye-catching moon phase garland to add a whimsical flair to the space above your bed — perfect if you love a modern boho style!
A floral tapestry with some lovely neutral tones that'll transform the entire wall on your side of the room into the prettiest part of the dorm. Sorry to your roomie, who will probably be a lil' jealous. 👀
Plus a gorgeously vibrant mountain tapestry that brings the grandeur of a gorgeous mountain landscape right to your dorm, where you can enjoy it from the comfort of your bed.
A delightfully unique book-shaped flower vase, which'll most definitely be the favorite book you have in your possession (*major side eye to your Business Calc book*). It's made of acrylic to frame your flowers in a charming, artsy way.
A plug-in color-shifting mushroom light that you'll simply adore if nature brings you serenity. Just lay back and let its gentle light help you doze off into Dreamland, where you're a Pixie Hollow fairy. This is also great to have if you want to navigate the room without waking your roomie at night!
A dimmable sad duck nightlight — honestly, same. Anytime you want to do some late night studying or reading with your fave sweatpants and snacks as your only other companions, this soft-lit little dude's got your back. And on your roughest days, at least you can look down at him and know you're not alone. 🫶
A decorative rainbow window film if you want your privacy, but also want to be extremely ~whimsical~ about it. This makes your space a little less mundane and projects a gorgeous kaleidoscope of colors into your room. Not only does this refract beautiful rainbows in your space, but reviewers mention that it's handy for dorms on the first floor that might have people being a lil' nosy when you're trying to study.
Or a "You're Made Of Magic" sun catcher sticker for a more subtle way of refracting beautiful rainbows all over your dorm. It'll also give a little boost of encouragement! Especially if it'll indeed take a bit of *magic* to pass that physics midterm. 🫠
An abstract tabletop mirror, which'll look oh-so-cute on your desk. And also so that you can check yourself out every once in a while throughout your study sessions... Yup, still in desperate need of a nap. 🙃
A captivating color-changing crystal lamp that gives off an underwater-like projection and creates an enchanting ambiance. It's got a touch control feature that lets you choose between 16 gorgeous colors and different brightness levels. Imagine this while listening to your favorite moody playlist after a long day of exams — a *must*.
A set of deeply charming Monet posters because it'll add a touch of calm and sophistication to your walls and counterbalance your stress while you work to reach that word count on your essay.
A "flaming" humidifier that *won't* get you kicked out of your dorm for all of eternity — it provides you with aromatherapy and perfectly breathable air for all you "finals season" crashouts. It's also so ~pretty~, your roomie's flabbers will be very gasted.
A set of cutesy flower magnets to brighten up your mini fridge or whiteboard and make your "buy more toilet paper" note feel more whimsical. See? Even the most mundane things can be romanticized.
A super soft custom-shaped pet pillow so you can have a cuddly reminder of your bestest friend in the whole wide world, making your dorm feel more like home. Whenever you're feeling stressed or homesick, it'll be there for you, ready for all the cuddles!
A disco ball decoration for giving your dorm a dose of sparkle so that you can dance the night away (even if it's just with your bookshelves and plant babies). This is especially great for dorms since it's so lightweight that it can easily be hung up or propped anywhere without much effort!
Moving sand wall art — I mean just look at this conversation starter. 😍 It features two mountain landscapes that continuously shift and change thanks to their perfect placement between the clear panels. The sand slowlyyy drips from the top to the bottom, immersing you in a tranquil and mesmerizing piece of art that'll quickly become your favorite dorm room centerpiece.
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