Moving into your college dorm room or apartment, especially for the first time, is often a euphoric experience. Perhaps it’s your first time away from home, and you’re overjoyed with the unknown possibilities of college. In all that excitement, it can be easy to overlook some of the basics, but when you’re back to school shopping, you don’t want to forget the most important things you need for your dorm room.
College rooms and apartments aren’t notorious for offering up the most space, but with a bit of strategic planning, you’ll find it easy enough to move all your prized possessions in, and set your new space up in a way that feels like home away from home. It’s pretty easy to breeze over things such as reading lamps, vacuum cleaners and air purifiers, but they’re the kind of things you’ll find yourself wishing you had when you need them. Get a better idea of things you won’t want your dorm room to be without, with the items we rounded up ahead.
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Utopia Bedding Comforter Duvet Insert
This comforter will lend your room an ultra-clean look.
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AFROG Multifunctional LED Desk Lamp with Wireless Charger
Sharing a room? A desk lamp makes it easier to get late night homework done without disturbing your roomie, and this one comes with a convenient charging port, too.
Starting the semester off right means cleansing your new space, and keeping it that way. This will quickly become a life-saver for anyone with allergies as it purifies even large room from pollen, dust, pet dander, bacteria and more.
