10 Dorm room essentials to elevate your space this school year
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One of the most exciting things about starting post-secondary is decorating your dorm room. It’s a place to start fresh, make it your own, enjoy complete creative freedom, and finally have an excuse to put a coffee machine in your room.
Dorms are typically impersonal spaces that lack warmth and character, but with a touch of creativity, a couple of string lights and personal accents, you can turn this space into a cozy haven. It’s more than just a place to sleep; your dorm is your post-class sanctuary and a socializing place. You might as well take the time, when heading back to school, to splurge and make it your own. After all, it will be your home away from home over the next few months.
We curated a list of dorm room essentials to elevate your living experience. From room decor pieces to practical appliances that make dorm life better.
Keurig K-Mini Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
Price: $89.28
Finally, an excuse to keep and make coffee in your room. The Keurig K-Mini Single-Serve Coffee Maker is a perfect fit for a dorm room; it’s simplistic and doesn’t take up too much space. It comes in a beautiful pastel pink, green, and black. It gets the job done for one person, and Keurig has plenty of delicious flavours and blends.
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Sheep Faux Fur Throw
Price: $47.99
Blankets are essential in any room, especially for long study sessions, movie nights, and cold winter nights. A classic throw blanket provides functionality and style and adds to the cozy aesthetic.
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Quartet Wood Frame Magnetic Dry-Erase Calendar
Price: $34.99
Dry-erase calendars may seem impractical when you first think about it. But mapping out all your assignments, tasks and upcoming plans by hand and seeing everything more visually can be helpful. It also gives you a reason to hold yourself a little more accountable for missing assignments because you wrote it down, and it’s hanging right in front of you.
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Freestanding Mini Fridge
Price: $79.99
You’ll not regret picking up this mini desktop fridge from Rona. It’s small but mighty, and it’s just enough to keep your favourite snacks and drinks cool. You could even keep it on your nightstand. That way, you don’t have to leave your bed when you want a drink but are cozy under your duvet.
Wiggle Wall Mirror
Price: $87.99
You can’t go anywhere without a mirror; how else would you check your fabulous class outfits before heading out for the day? Mirrors can also visually make a space feel larger, which is helpful, as dorms are often relatively small. But why settle for any mirror? The Wiggle Wall Mirror from Bouclair is so on trend.
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3-in-1 Qi Fast Wireless Charging Station
Price: $24.99
Charging stations are game changers. They can charge multiple gadgets simultaneously, and there are fewer cords cluttering your nightstand. There’s nothing more frustrating than when all your daily electronics are half charged, and you don’t have enough cords to charge them.
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Faux Rattan Ceramic Pot with Artificial Plant
Price: $18.39
Who doesn’t love a little green oasis? Some post-secondary dorms don’t allow you to have real plants, which may come as a big disappointment to some plant lovers. Luckily, artificial plants are a perfect alternative, and most people won’t be able to tell the difference. They’re a perfect way to jazz up any room, and they can add a little sophistication. You also don’t have to worry about neglecting them. Plants are also known to induce relaxation and productivity if you need more convincing.
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LED String Lights with Pins
Price: $6.95
No dorm is complete without LED string lights. They’re an inexpensive way to add a bit of ambience to a room and make it feel warmer and more inviting. These string lights from Ardene have clips to hang pictures. It’s a unique way to display your photos of friends and family to help you feel a little less homesick.
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Mushroom Table Lamp
Price: $23.99
Lamps aren’t usually something you would put much thought or effort into picking out. However, we think this mushroom lamp will make you want to rethink your lamp-picking choices. Perfect for if you’re looking to achieve a mythical forest aesthetic, especially with the small twinkling lights inside.
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Small Strawberry Cushion
Price: $19.99
Add an extra pop of colour and freshness to your bed. You can also use it at your desk for back support or as a more comfortable place to sit. Either way, it’s a nice, small touch to your room that’s versatile and can spark a theme for your dorm.
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