Ever since I got my first college acceptance letter back in December, my mom has been counting down the days to go shopping for my dorm room. It is kind of sad that she is more excited than myself. She has even been looking through catalogs like PB Teen and Crate & Barrel. So in order to keep up with my mom’s ever growing excitement, I have put together a list of items that will brighten anyone’s dorm room and give it a personal homey touch.
10. Wall Decor-ranging from a full length mirror to artwork, wall decorations fill up empty space and can make any room feel more like a home and less like a prison cell.
9. Filing space-think of all the papers you have written in the four years of high school, get used to it. No more easy homework assignments. Plus, insurance papers, tax information, applications, and letters from home are going to be kept in a known place.
8. Bulletin/White board-essential for notes, photos, schedules, assignments, and can help you get organized, show off mementos, and serve as a message center.
7. Handled laundry and shower totes-these items are made to organize and carry just about anything. The floor, despite what many people including myself may think, is not one big shelf. And with a roommate, you might want to pick up your dirty socks. Use the shower tote if your room doesn’t have a bathroom, to carry all your bathroom supplies. Just grab it and go.
6. Large body pillows-these babies are great for sleeping. If you have a top bunk or a lofted bed, they can keep you from falling off, if you tend to toss and turn like myself. They can also turn your bed into a makeshift couch and are great for extra floor seating.
5. Closet accessories-not everyone has Hannah Montana’s closet that rotates and is color coded by event. For those of us who don’t even have a walk-in-closet, closet accessories are made for us. They solve all of your storage issues. Go crazy. Many furnishing stores have a huge variety, so you can have a unique, organized closet.
4. A comfy place to sit-whether you prefer a desk chair, a spinning chair, a love-seat, a futon, or a pile of pillows, it is important to have a comfy place to sit to study, chill and chat on the phone with your friends.
3. Good lighting-this is an essential. Have a focused light on your desk and a stand up light to really amp the rooms ambiance.
2. A feather-bed mattress topper-Fluffy, comfy, feels like you’re sleeping on a cloud. They are available in either feathers or fiberfill.
1. A big rug-even with a carpeted floor, a nice rug will personalize your space and soften the look and feel of any area. It also makes chilling more fun.
