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10 Amazon Buys to Dress Up Your Dorm Room Right

Cute, functional, totally chic pieces—so you can move in in style.

Headshot of Daisy Melamed SandersBy Daisy Melamed Sanders
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The time is cOmInG—move-in day for all your college freshies! And while there are approximately one billion things to focus on (not the least of which is your wardrobe, ofc), don't overlook the importance of adding some personal touches to your otherwise bland dorm room. Not only will it make the space feel way more like home, it'll also let you tell your new future besties who you are (aesthetically, at least).

And even if you're getting a late start, no stress needed here: We've scoured Amazon for 10 of their best buys to decorate your dorm, available with the same super-fast shipping (and, JIC you need them, easy-peasy returns) you've come to know, love, and frankly depend on from the brand. We're here for it, and think you will be, too.

We all know space is at a ~premium~ in most dorms, so take advantage of all the walls have to offer. These floating shelves are super-smart and have a place for oh-so-many things.

Bringing the outside in is never not chic. Go for this artificial ivy garland to make an accent wall that much warmer and cozier.

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Hellloooo, softness—there’s nothing to hate about this faux-fur Gorilla Grip rug. (Plus the shade of pink is so totally magical.)

You're not gonna rely on those overheads to get your glam on. This self-lighted tabletop mirror is the next best thing to a full-on salon setup.

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It's the cute little things that count, amirite? Dub your room truly and totally yours with these sweet light-up letters.

Form and function are a fab combo. These decanter jars will help keep your toiletries tidy and look pleasing along the way.

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Should you need the reminder…

Whether it's your towel after the shower or your jacket, bright, playfully colorful hooks will help you keep your sh*t off the floor—always a win.

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Smell makes *such* a difference to our mood, so harness its power, fam. This eucalyptus diffuser will fill your space with a relaxing, sweet scent that makes it hard to be grumpy for long.

No, laundry baskets aren't sexy, but what if…they weren't horrible? (Our philosophy: If you use it on the daily, make it not so awful to look at.)

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