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28 Products That Deserve To Be On Your Dorm Wishlist
A hanging bed caddy that wants to be your fairy godmother and help tidy up your charging cords, your phone, your water bottle, *and* keep it all happily accessible from your bed.
Promising review: "Perfect for my dorm bed!! It was easy to put together and was able to hold a decent amount of stuff. I really just needed it to put my phone somewhere at night, and I also use it to hold my water bottle and other nighttime essentials." —Sheridan CruzGet it from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in 10 colors and packs of two).
A set of Lego happy plants because college is hard enough without having to water *real* plants. Give yourself a greenery serotonin boost *and* a fun little project to take your mind off of course selection by adding these lil' guys to your dorm decor.
Don't forget to give them names, y' review: "Great set, simple build, cute faces and love that the plants are swappable between the two. I would recommend this set to anyone looking for a cute deco set and would absolutely buy it again!" —AlexGet them from Amazon for $22.96.
An over-the-door hanging mirror reviewers love because it's easy to put up *and* doesn't involve punching holes in their wall. Get that perfect OOTD Instagram shot *without* making your RA cringe.
Promising review: "Granddaughter needed a full-length mirror for her dorm apartment and they are not allowed to make any holes or attach items into the walls. This was a great solution and works perfectly for her." —DJoyceRGet it from Amazon for $46.99+ (available in a variety of sizes and styles).
A bright-colored Rifle Paper Co. trinket tray to catch your jewelry while you wash your hands, your lip balm when you're not using it, or basically anything small that you *don't* want to end up on the floor.
Promising review: "Perfect small tray that looks pretty anywhere. Sturdy plastic with bright colors in the Rifle Paper print. I have one on my desk to hold my colored pens/markers. I liked it so much that I purchased a second tray for trinkets at home. This tray seems durable and has not chipped or faded." —KamyGet it from Target for $9.99.
A Vicks warm mist humidifier because face it: You can't control *every* part of college, but you can make certain you're not dried out like a sponge in the desert when you come back to your room. Plus, it can help relieve allergy and cold symptoms if you catch the ick like five minutes after you step on campus.
Promising reviews: "I bought this to keep my extremely dry dorm room (below 16% humidity). It does a great job; it can push it up to 50% and beyond if needed. The tank can last a full day with constant running which is nice. After a couple of weeks, the output does decrease noticeably. This is to be expected, however, as the directions say to clean it every week or two. Simply soaking it in vinegar and wiping it down will return it to its previous efficiency. The steam also helps to heat the room. Recommended." —Greg Michaels"Works very well in my dorm room, feel the difference in one hour." —BigRay20Get it from Amazon for $42.99.
A super cozy matching comforter and sheet set for making sure that no matter how you do in your British Literature seminar, you won't be giving sad Victorian child on a cot when you come back to your dorm for some shut-eye.
Promising review: "Used this for my dorm and it was so cute and such a soft material." —Caitlin CatalanottoGet it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in sizes twin–California king and 32 colors).
Or some ultra luxe and cooling Sheex performance sheets if you've heard it through the grapevine that your dormitory is STUFFY AF and want to ensure *you* sleep cool and don't wake up in a puddle of sweat.
Real A+ roommate choice if. you send the link to them ahead of time so *they* can be cool, too!Promising review: "There are no other better sheets on earth. Keeps me warm in winter, cool in summer, feels like satin/silk on the skin, nice and stretchy, stays on the bed. They are the best." —ChrisGet them from Amazon for $174.30+ (available in sizes twin–California king and eight colors)
A string of star-shaped fairy lights to wind around bookshelves, bed frames, or pictures on your wall. Battery operated with a timer, no need to find a plug *or* remember to click them off after a late-night study sess.
Promising reviews: "I mixed these in with green ivy for my dorm and it's beautiful! The golden light is great for relaxation." —CK"Great for dorm rooms! They can dim to a nice night light or go bright enough to light up a small room. They don't get hot and are easy to hang with command hooks! The remote has 8 patterns, an on and off button, as well as brightness buttons." —morganGet it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles and packs of two).
A custom pet pillow if you just know you're gonna be counting down the days to your next visit back home because you miss your animal friend. Miss them *a little less* by having their cute face perched on your bed to welcome you back from class.
Promising reviews: "Fourth time purchasing a pillow from this brand. And every single time they deliver. The quality is great." —Mariya Merritt"High quality item that arrived quickly. Bought this for my daughter for her college dorm room so she doesn't miss her cat too much. She loves it." —amanda squierGet it from Auré Spaces on Etsy for $23.56+ (originally $29.45+; available in eight sizes and six materials).
A rotating makeup organizer to make I-overslept-days a *little* easier to manage. Get your skincare routine in and get to class on time by not spending a whole five minutes searching for your SPF.
Promising review: "My daughter bought herself one for her dorm then bought me one for Xmas. I was able to clear off two storage boxes from my cabinet of skincare. Shelves are sturdy and fully adjustable so you can customize to your liking. Holds heavier weight of glass bottles safely. Looks nice." —Lynn GallowayGet it from Amazon for $12.78+ (available in seven colors).
An adjustable flower desk lamp so you can have more than just fluorescent sadness as a lighting option.
Promising review: "The look of it is adorable and the quality is great as well. Perfect for a desk and or bedside table lamp. Very bright with the option of dimming. Love it!" —KatariGet it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors and two other flower versions).
An electric kettle (from the Drew Barrymore Beautiful line!) for the cups and cups of tea, bowls of ramen, and all the other insta-food goodies you'll be making to warm your insides while you study. This truly gorgeous gadget can give you the perfect brew every time, ensuring you won't have to traipse to the shared microwave if you'd rather hide away in your room.
Promising review: "I purchased this in black and LOVE it. It heats up quickly, holds plenty, and stays hot for a while before it auto shuts off, which is a nice feature. I definitely recommend this kettle, as it not only works, it looks nice since it's used so often that it stays out." —ArtisGet it from Walmart for $39.96+ (available in eight colors).
A Mila mini air purifier so you can cross off "air allergens and weird smells" from their list of rude dorm things that you thought you'd have to endure. If everyone is sneezin' and wheezin' from all the dust and number of humans in a confined space, put this CUTE lil' mini in your room to help clear out the gunk.
We have gone through a LOT of air purifiers in my son's room because he is ~simply not about~ being able to hear it working. The quiet mode on this is STUNNING, and the adorable little messages on the top display don't hurt, either. Get it from Amazon for $279.99 or from Mila for $229 (originally $268; available in five colors).
An ultra-compact desk so you don't have to strain your back hunching over your laptop in bed every day. Give yourself your own little WFH study space for those days when going to the library or the local coffee shop is just TOO MUCH to handle.
Promising review: "Got this for my son's bedroom at college and it's great. It has a large enough work space for his laptop/paperwork but doesn't take up a ton of room. Fits nicely in the corner of his bedroom in his apartment." —Heather MurphyGet it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in six colors).
A foldable saucer chair because whether you're studying or spilling tea with your roommates, your hardworking college butt deserves the cushiest of thrones to relax and recharge.
Promising review: "This chair has been absolutely perfect for my dorm. Worth the money and has lasted a couple of years." —AveryGet it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available with or without a footstool and 17 colors)
A custom dorm room sign to make sure your study buddies and new besties knock on your door and not the RA who lives directly next to you. (*gulp*)
Get it from ShopKiwiTreasures on Etsy for $16+ (originally $40+; available in nine sizes and two styles).
A washable floral rug for covering up that weird spot on the floor (we don't ask too many questions in dorm life, y'all) and bringing a pop of color to your new digs.
Promising review: "It's gotten a lot of compliments from friends. The pop of color was perfect for the dorm room. Also comes in black background. Very pretty if you like that Boho vibe." —LateNiteShoptressGet it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 12 sizes and seven colors).
Or a whimsical moss rug because sometimes you just gotta ground yourself on the nearest faux plant life available before you start going over your O-chem notes. Again.
Promising review: "Big hit for college room. Buttery soft, mixed textures, vibrant colors. A bit on the smallish size for the price, but my daughter LOVES it!" —angelaGet it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors).
A three-tier rolling cart: Books, makeup, snacks, supplies for the plant babies you brought from home, this cart will hold literally anything you need and help keep your dorm room from looking like a "before" picture on a cleaning service site.
Promising review: "I've been quite surprised with how well this cart has held up over the years. I originally bought this for my dorm room, and it served as the catch all. Due to the size, I was able to fit all my makeup, skin care, and other related products onto it. Also, it is pretty easy to assemble and disassemble, as well as clean." —TrinityGet it from Amazon for $25.97 (available in five colors and as well as larger sizes).
A set of two fabric storage boxes (with lids!) to slide under your bed or stack cutely in the corner and fill with all those free T-shirts you're gonna get from the student union.
Promising review: "Perfect for the dorm room closet or under the bed!" —KimberlyGet them from Wayfair for $26+ (available in two colors).
A "good vibes" neon light for immediately establishing yourself as the ~fun room! to any and all visitors.
Promising review: "So, so cute & vibey! It's bright and provides mood lighting to the room! I put it up in my dorm with sticky hooks, it's very lightweight. Just a heads up, it doesn't come with the power box to plug it into a wall but it has a USB cord so it'll connect to anything." —Brigette HenriquezGet it from Amazon for $19.90+ (available in three colors).
A clip-on mushroom lamp as flexible as you need it to be. Clamp it to your bed frame, nightstand, or even your mini kitchen counter to make sure you don't stub your toe on your backpack when you come home late.
Promising review: "This is PERFECT. I can't wait to use it for my dorm room. The adjustable neck can go any direction and is VERY firm. The head has two different light modes too, for ambient and concentrated light. Very happy!" —LucyGet it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two colors).
A hanging macrame photo garland that will hold your student ID, takeout menus, your Polaroid photos, and even your loose hair ties! If it's hung up on macrame garland, it's *not* junk. Them's the rules.
Promising review: "This photo organizer put a special spark in my room and is probably one of my favorite room decor items so far!!" —kailey roseGet it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors)
A bundle of eco-friendly cleaning supplies to aid you in your quest to have the cleanest dorm room in the building. (Or at the very least, not getting labeled as the hall's resident biohazard.)
This bundle comes with one all purpose cleaning tab refill, one bathroom cleaner tab refill, one glass mirror cleaner tab refill, a gentle home cleaning scrub (12oz), and one reusable EcoGeek spray Store is just that: GOOD. Good products, a good mission, and good people at the helm. (Chances are, if you are online or walk into bookstores at all, you've likely seen the Vlogbrothers around.) 100% of Good Store profits go to charity so whether you're after some awesome socks to start your college experience off right or want a little kit to get you started on doing-your-own-laundry-always adventure, Good Store will help you get A+ products *and* help others get access to healthcare. A review: "It might sound silly, but I really like the smell of these. Smells more like 'clean' and less like 'perfume'." —Kyle it from Good Store for $34 (originally $38).
A leaning ladder rack so you have an ideal space to throw sweaters, blankets, and basically anything else you want readily available, but don't want all over the floor. Some reviewers even use it for jewelry and plants, so this handy ladder will help your organization ~climb to new heights~ no matter what you need to tidy.
Promising review: "This is a great product! It's priced very well and it's very versatile. I purchased to use as a blanket ladder to store blankets and fill a large are of open wall space. It looks great! It was very easy to put together; took me less than five minutes. It seems like it might not be sturdy but I was to put three throws and a weighted blanket on it with no issues. It stays against the wall and is stable." —AmandaGet it from Amazon for $66.30+ (available in three colors).
A Bluetooth projector if a hulking flat screen is not in the dorm cards, but you still want to be able to stream your fave shows *not* on your laptop. Also perfect for putting up some aesthetic studying YouTube videos to transport you from your dorm room to a cozy coffee shop or a fantastical reading nook.
Promising reviews: "I got this for my Dorm room and the quality is pretty great. I normally use a Bluetooth speaker for the audio but it's not too bad without it. It was perfect for movie nights and was easy to setup." —Mileena"I bought this projector in July 2023 on prime day and it works amazing! I use it almost everyday with my Roku or my computer through the HDMI port. It was perfect for my college dorm and now my apartment. I just bought another one as a gift for my brother!" —Haven MayGet it from Amazon for $79.99.
A floating shelf organizer because you can never have too many cute and colorful places to stash your thingamajigs and loose bobbles.
Promising reviews: "Purchased for my daughters dorm and super simple to install. It has adhesive backing and she is able to set her iPhone on it and hang her keys easily with no weight issues." —RNHEMI"Perfect dorm room shelf. Easy to install and great storage capacity." —KimGet it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four colors and two styles).
A perfectly sweet doily heart metal wall hook so you always know *exactly* where you left your dorm keys and your fave tote bag.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $14 (available in two colors).
