College Dorm Decor
Dorm Sweet Dorm: 13 Fabulous College Room Finds
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In a few short weeks you'll be dropping your child off at college, where they'll spend the next four years learning, laughing, and probably partying. Of course, in true teen fashion, your child has already started shopping for their dorm room essentials. Don't panic just yet! We've got everything your child needs to make their new home as comfortable and chic as possible. From fun throw pillows to stylish storage bins, this dorm decor makes us wish we were back in college. Well, almost!
1 The Best Bedding
Every student needs a good night's sleep, and that starts with the right sheets. This Bed Bath & Beyond bedding ($190) gives you the most bang for your buck. For less than $200, you get a comforter, two pillows, two three-piece sheet sets, a mattress pad, a mattress topper, a towel, two underbed chests, and a hamper. Talk about a deal!
2 Playful Pillows
Not all pillows are for sleeping. These whimsical throw pillows ($16, originally $23 each) are a great way to show off your teen's personality.
3 Wake-Up Call
They won't miss any classes with this chic (and effective) wooden alarm clock ($16, originally $24).
4 Sweet Signage
Posters are so 2013! Find some colorful art to hang in your teen's room. We're particularly fond of this Etsy set ($30 for four), which features a "Dorm Sweet Dorm" sign.
5 Nonbulky Bins
Add a pop of color and some extra storage to the dorm with Mainstays' nonwoven bins ($8 for four).
6 Corky Clouds
Not only are these cork clouds ($20) a great decoration, but they also double as a place for your child to hang important notes, fliers, or photos of home.
7 Perfect Planner
College means a superbusy schedule. Help your teen stay on top of things with this dry-erase calendar decal ($19, originally $39), which sticks easily to any wall.
8 Bright Light
This desk lamp ($15) is perfect for pulling all-nighters. In addition to providing a lot of light, it includes a swivel-base organizer as well as an outlet for charging phones.
9 Comfy Chair
If their dorm room is big enough, we suggest grabbing a few of these bungee chairs ($40). Available in five colors, they're the perfect way for your kid to kick back and relax after a hard week.
10 Antique Storage
Since your teen will be tight on space, under-the-bed storage is a must. This vintage-inspired trunk ($200) is a stylish way to store clothes, sheets, and other belongings.
11 A Little Lift
These aren't your typical bed risers ($30 for four) — one of them features twin 110-volt outlets.
12 Chic Carpeting
Wood floors are a rarity in dorm rooms, but if your child is one of the lucky ones, then you should invest in this West Elm throw rug ($139). The pattern brings some life to their room, while the wool material keeps them warm in the Winter.
13 Picture Perfect
Your child has a brave face now, but they might miss home a few weeks into the semester. Make the transition a little easier by hanging pictures of family and friends in this one-of-a-kind photo display ($20).
