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The Best Decor I Bought For My Dorm Room

Seriously, buy a rug.

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The Best Decor I Bought For My Dorm Room
Melissa Campbell

In college, your dorm room literally becomes your home. It's where you'll probably spend most of your time, so you're gonna want it to really match your personality and keep you comfortable! My freshman year, my room was decorated very cliche, with the brightly colored sheets and excessive amount of gadgets I thought I couldn't live without. However, this year I really toned it down and worked to create an atmosphere that was much more in tune with my character.

Himalayan Salt Lamp

I swear I always have my salt lamp on. Not only does it slightly purify the air, it has a really pretty color scheme that makes my room look put together, even when the floor is covered in paper and clothes.

French Press (so much better than a Keurig)

I had been using a Keurig for so long, throwing away money to buy those KCups that honestly are so terrible for the environment. But with my french press, I just throw some grounds in with a cup of hot water and have an honestly much better tasting cup of coffee.

Paintings done by friends

Last year, my walls were originally, and sparingly, covered with classic paintings like "Starry Night" or a poster I bought online. This year, however, I chose to hang some of my friends' artwork, as well as my own, to remind me of home and what I love to do most.

Storage Cube (for all that extra clutter)

I bought a storage cube from Walmart this Summer and it changed my life. It's made of wood, has 4 open shelves, and literally saved me. I store all of my kitchen utensils, mugs, seasonings, coffee, etc. in it and it cleared up so much space in my room.

Shoe Bin

Last year my shoes were literally all stored under my bed, collecting dust until I decided to wear them again. This year, I purchased a wooden shoe bin lined with a material to collect any carried dirt or grass, that I store all of my shoes in. It keeps my room clear from tracking dirt and grime on my carpets and it looks good too.

Carpet

I stand by my opinion that putting down a carpet in your room actually makes the space look so much bigger. I don't know what kind of witchcraft it is, but I swear it expanded the space of my room so much and it's so much easier to clean than it would be to try and vaccuum the dark rug underneath.

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