1. A streamlined accessory box as beautiful as the things you’ll fill it with. No longer will your necklaces simply be a knotted ball on your desk.
Wayfair
2. A large wicker storage basket that will make that pile of laundry in the corner look…well…better. The durable seagrass braiding is made modern with the addition of round handles.
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This product is handmade in Vietnam, so no two baskets are completely alike. And the brown color includes an option with silver handles instead of woven ones.
Promising review: “I was looking for large baskets that would hold our large throws. These are perfect. They add texture to the room while serving as an easy place to dump our throw blankets into.” —Deborah
Price: $47+ (originally $80.99+; available in two sizes and three colors)
3. An over-the-door towel rack to keep your linens dry and out of the way. Its slim design sits nicely inside closet doors and *doesn’t* attract attention.
4. A set of ClosetMaid drawers perfect for people who want a more streamlined space while still being able to see all their little knickknacks.
5. A gorgeous Art Deco-inspired mirrored tray because *everything* needs a touch of gold. It holds your essentials, and when guests stop by, it can be easily hidden away.
6. A freestanding rack to wrangle all of the free magazines they give out on campus, notebooks, and textbooks that you definitely *do* read. It’s also ideal for making your home look like a modern museum!
7. A storage container with endless possibilities, from hiding off-season clothes to organizing. Their fabric exterior looks nicer than the old shoeboxes you’re planning to use.
8. A MacKenzie-Childs trash can so your room can be as unique as you are. Its checkered design and bronze rim make it ideal for breathing new life into your space.
9. A retro-looking mini fridge so you can keep your most delicious snacks and bevs safe. No more getting hangry when you come home to find that the sweet treat you’ve been thinking about all day has been eaten by a roommate.
Wayfair
Promising review: “Bought for a friend who’s in a multi-tenant sorority house. Perfect in her room for snacks beverages.” —7144021045
Price: $35+ (originally $49.999; available in two colors)
10. A backrest pillow because you need *somewhere* comfortable to study (or not). The simple tufted design and polished look of this will look great in any dorm room.
11. A set of curtain string lights for added ~ambience~ when you don’t feel like lounging under the harsh glow of your dorm lighting. Create a vibe that’s cozy n’ chill with this wall decor.
12. A sateen sheet set for an easy way to upgrade any room — the soft shimmer of these curtains makes them perfect for the ~vibes~ while the Egyptian cotton fabric will make your space a relaxing oasis.
13. A canvas print that you’ll love looking at every day. This simple piece works with any (or zero) decor to add some stylish inspo to your dorm room.
14. A plush shag rug to hide concrete dorm room floors because, well, bleh. Your mom is going to love how easy it is to throw it in the wash for a cleaner space.
Wayfair
Price: $35.99+ (originally $46.99+; available in two sizes)
15. A structured beanbag chair with a raised back that looks a whole lot nicer than the traditional rounded version. Give your bed a break by collapsing into this corduroy bb at the end of a long day.
Wayfair
Price: $129.99+ (originally $174.99+; available in three colors)
16. A modern floor lamp with a flexible gooseneck arm to ensure that your room’s most stylish features are always in the spotlight. Bonus: It provides perfect selfie lighting to keep all your high school friends updated on your studying shenanigans.
17. A desk organizer that may actually make you *want* to get things done. The wire organizer comes in an aesthetically pleasing gold finish that is v ‘grammable.
18. An office chair for creating a more comfortable study sesh, which will invariably create a more productive learning environment. Add its stylish linen upholstery, and you won’t mind cramming for an exam.
19. A cord box to help you hide the confusing tangle of wires hanging underneath your desk. Your room may only have one outlet, but its consequences shouldn’t define you.
20. An open-front bin giving you a stylish way to store your accessories. Stacked or used alone, the decor possibilities are endless.
21. A welcoming doormat that will set a happy mood inside of your room. It’s more than just decoration, though — its coir fibers get dirt and debris off shoes, too, so your friends won’t be tracking dirt in your room after you’ve just vacuumed.
22. A three-tier cart because style should evolve with you and your needs. Use it as a nightstand, a bookcase, a side table… possibilities are your very best friends with this one.
23. A lovely body pillow to add comfort to your bed and relaxation to your room. 🎵Sweet dreams are made of this🎵
Wayfair
Price: $32.99 (originally $35.99; available in three colors)
24. A faux plant in a sleek white vase because being a busy AF college student is no excuse for your decor to be lacking. Breathe some life into your room to remind yourself to stay zen during midterms.
25. A rectangular wire basket for a minimalist, funky touch. This is perfect for those little shelves that can seemingly fit *one* single piece of decor. Throw in a basket and make it a decorative and functional storage area.
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Promising review: “Oh WOW!! How I love these baskets! I got a couple for my sons room but I loved them so much that I got two more for my overflow area. One holds extra tooth paste, deodorant, soap bars and the like. The other shampoos, hand soap lotions and even cotton balls and Q-Tips. Organization made beautiful!! ❤❤” —Maria
Price: $20
26. A trendy letter board so your wall decor can grow and change with you. It comes with plenty of letters, numbers, and symbols so you can express yourself in style from your first year to your very last.
Wayfair
Price: $61.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors)
27. A reversible comforter that looks much better than that hand-me-down duvet your older sibling used in college. With an array of color options, this can be used to set a stylish tone for the rest of your dorm room.
28. An optimistic wall sign radiating good energy. Its bright white light is a unique way to ensure that your dorm room is always *lit* and ~vibey~.
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29. A bulletin board that will look as beautiful with nothing on it as when it’s covered in reminders. It will add softness and style to your dorm room.
30. A cube shelf so you can have an affordable organization solution with a minimal footprint. Make it just your style by playing with its versatile positioning and adding some adorable bins.
Walmart
Promising review: “LOVE these organization cubes!! Im actually ordering another set. Fast shipping, great quality and price is great! I needed something to keep my books all in the same place. I highly recommend if you are needing to get organized!” —Cs
Price: $61.99+ (originally $100; also available in brown)
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