We all have the Pinterest boards of all of the different ideas of the perfect dorm room, but what we don't have is the perfect list of items you need to pack. So here it is...!
1. Alarm Clock
If you don't use your phone for this.
2. Area Rug
Especially if there are hardwood floors!
3. Backpack
School stuff, duh!
4. Backrest
Trust me, it is a life saver and a wonderful blessing!
5. Bathmat
Just make sure to wash this every now and again.
6. Bathrobe
Get that cute one you have had your eye on for a while. Guess, what you now have a reason to buy it, because you can't walk from the shower to your room naked anymore.
7. Bedside Storage/Caddy
This can come in handy if you are lazy and need a place to store your water bottle at night.
8. Bluetooth Speaker
This works great when you just wanna jam out with your roommate when you are both hanging out. There are also waterproof ones you can bring into the shower as well!
9. Body Pillow
You will want this and never regret it!
10. Book Light
If you read a lot, you should invest!
11. Broom and Dust Pan
Or a swifter sweeper
12. Bungee Chair
This is a cute addition to help when friends come over to hang at your place.
13. Calendar
Big wall calendars are amazing at reminding you when your mid term test is!
14. Camera
To take pictures of all of those memories! Brownie points if it is a Polaroid camera!
15. Closet Organizers
For all of those clothes you knew you shouldn't have brought.
16. Clothesline Picture Holder
That really cool clothesline DIY thing you saw on Pinterest and know you have to recreate!
17. Coffee Maker
Caffeine is life!!!
18. Comforter
Splurge on a nice one that will last you through college so you don't have to go out and buy a new one every year.
19. Command Hooks
These are great for hanging pictures, decorations, and even your shower towel.
20. Cooking Supplies
Pots, pans, plates, forks, spoons, etc...
21. Day Planner
To keep track of that busy college life!
22. Fan
Trust me! Don't hesitate to buy it, because it gets super hot at times!
23. First Aid Kit
Stock with different cold and allergy meds as well.
24. Folding Stool
If you are short like me, this will be a life saver!
25. Food Containers
Not to take food out of the food hall of course...
26. Hair Towel
This may not be for everyone, but it can definitely help.
27. Hanging Baskets
This makes for a cute storage spot for little things.
28. Hanging Shoe Rack
This can also work as a snack holder as well.
29. HDMI and Ethernet Cable
Some schools don't supply these types of things
30. Jewelry Organizer
In a small space, this really comes in handy.
31. Lap Desk
You do usually get a desk with your room provided, but sometimes your bed is just gonna be much comfier to binge watch Netflix with simultaneously doing your homework.
32. Mattress Topper
This makes the bed feel much softer (and your back not as mad at you).
33. Message Board
Chalkboard, dry erase board, cork board—you name it.
34. Ottoman
This can work as a chair and/or a storage unit.
35. Poster Putty
If your place won't allow tacks, then this works just as well.
36. Rain Boots and Coat
Walking to class will be your worst nightmare unless you invest!
37. Sewing Kit
You don't think this will come in handy until you need it and realize your mom isn't there to fix it.
38. Shower Shoes and Caddy
Those showers can be gross, and anything to save you from that is a blessing.
39. Stain Remover
Once again, mommy isn't there to fix it for you...
40. String Lights
This will look cute and work well with the clothesline picture holder
41. Trashcan
Don't forget this!
42. Water Pitcher
Please invest! The water may not be filtered, and bottled water is harder to walk back to your room from the store. (Plus tap water is free)
These are just a list of new things to buy. Don't forget to pack up all of the things you would use on a daily basis like clothes and deodorant.
PS: New school supplies and clothes wouldn't hurt.
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