Target has completely raised the bar when it comes to outfitting a dream dorm room. Their new back-to-school collections are full of quirky, colorful items that will make college accommodations better and brighter. Target designers have focused on creating products which have more than one function, a key component when it comes to furniture used in extremely small spaces. Before heading back to college, check this list of 13 quirky and utterly cool items that will make dorm rooms both funky and functional.
A Pastel Tray
Make eating in the dorms even easier with this Threshold™ Decorative Tray With Cane Detail - Mint [1] ($30).
A Bold Patterned Boyfriend Pillow
Roommates will be asking to borrow this Room Essentials Bed Rest Peach Chevron [2] ($15).
A Rustic Organizer
Keep messages and to-do lists organized with a Bulletin Board With Chalkboard and Hooks [3] ($30).
Accent Lighting
Add personality to a simple dorm room with this Ampersand Large Marquee Light 13.5" [4] ($20).
A Playful Privacy Screen
Seek a little privacy with the addition of a 6 ft. Tall Double Sided Birds Room Divider [5] ($170).
Whimsical Drapes
Install a set of two Xhilaration Ruffle Curtain Panel — (50"x84") [6] ($20) to bring personality to a dorm room.
A Multi-Purpose Mirror
Pieces that serve two functions, like this Door Mirror Room Essentials Pewter [7] ($40), are key.
Bright Bedding
Students will be even happier to close the books when they rest under this Xhilaration™ Banded Twin Comforter Set [8] ($30, originally $35).
Lovely Light Linens
Keep study material nearby by bringing Room Essentials™ Microfiber Sheet Set With Storage Pocket [9] ($14, originally $15) to college.
A Bright Light
Lighting solutions like this Solid Shade Ceramic Lamp [10] ($30) bring character and much-needed illumination to dorm rooms.
A Bag That Makes Doing Laundry Fun
Students might even look forward to cleaning clothes thanks to the Room Essentials™ Laundry Bag - Retro Pink [11] ($4).
Chalkboard Bunting
Target's Chalk Board Banner [12] ($10) is both fun and functional.
A Bit of Floor Flair
Cover worn wood or carpet with Target's Accent Rug 20X30 RE Sudden Sapphire [13] ($10).