College Freshmen Dorm Room Essentials: The Complete Checklist

High school seniors and their parents keep me on my toes! It’s a blast watching these remarkable young people close a chapter and dive headfirst into a new one. Moms of seniors often ask me for advice on packing their kids off to college. To help out, I’ve whipped up a handy-dandy list of dorm room essentials for college freshmen. Keep this list on standby for a quick reference guide! It’s a new college student’s best friend!

Dorm Room Essentials for College Freshmen

Creating the Perfect Dorm Room

• Dreamy Dorm Beds: Quality sheets, fluffy pillow, and snuggly comforter are essential. Check bed size (Twin XL) and consider Pottery Barn for bedding options.
• Super Storage Solutions: Utilize under-bed storage, hanging closet organizers, and sturdy drawers for organization. The The Container Store offers great options.
• Laundry 101: Keep clothes fresh with a laundry hamper, detergent, and fabric softener. At Home has some of the cutest laundry offerings!
• Electrifying Essentials: Pack a surge protector for gadgets and consider a long-cord option. This is one of my fave versions, from Amazon.
• Desk Detectives: Illuminate study sessions with a desk lamp, pens, notebooks, and a planner. Dormify is a great place to find a lot of these items, in coordinating colors!
• Personal Touches: Ease communal bathroom trips with toiletries, towels, and a shower caddy. IKEA is actually a great place to find personal touches for dorm decor!
• Cozy Corner: Make your space inviting with photos, posters, a throw blanket, and comfy pillows. Vera Bradley is one of my favorite places to find personal touches for dorm decor.

So, are you ready to get started packing for college? Here’s your cheat sheet! With these dorm room essentials, you’ll be acing college life. So let’s pack and get you ready for the best adventure yet!

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