This post is all about the best college dorm room decorations you will love!
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The summer before I left for college, I was obsessed with looking on Pinterest to find cute ways that other girls decorated their dorm rooms. If you’re like me and love affordable dorm decor, this post is for you!
These college dorm room decorations are cute, easy, and affordable. I hope that these ideas give you the dorm decor inspiration you’ve been looking for!
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1. String Lights
String lights are a room decor must because they can brighten any dorm and are inexpensive. Dorm rooms are usually pretty dark so it’s good to incorporate as many lights into your decor as possible.
These string lights are remote control operated and have clips so that you can hang up pictures too! I have these string curtain lights in my dorm room and they are really cute. I have them in the color white.
2. Wall Decor
Cute wall decor items are a great way to decorate your wall! I love using photos in frames and a photo collage to decorate my room.
This moon hanging wall decor is so cute and would look amazing in any room!
3. Photos
This is another wall decor idea that is one of my favorites! I am obsessed with photo walls and have one in my dorm and room at home. Photos are one of the best ways to decorate any space because you can get prints for super cheap.
I definitely recommend using yorkphoto.com or Shutterfly to buy 4×6 prints. They always have really good deals and I can usually get 100 prints for cheap!
Order them in advance though because sometimes they take a while to come. Also, make sure to use fun-tak to hang up the prints. Fun-tak sticks so much better than tape and won’t damage walls.
If your planning to hang any pictures up on your walls definitely bring Fun-Tak, especially to college. It’s also super inexpensive!
Check out this step-by-step photo collage guide to see how I make my photo collages, it’s super easy and fun!
4. Tapestry
Tapestries are another great college dorm room decoration because they take up a lot of wall space and you can get pretty ones for cheap. I had the tapestry in the picture above in my freshman year dorm and it was very pretty.
If you’re looking for a fast and easy way to decorate, you will love tapestries! This tapestry is also cool if you’re looking for another idea.
5. Flowers
Flowers look really cute in dorms and are super popular right now. If you’re looking for that cute boho-chic vibe, flower decor is for you!
Think about how cute these mason jar flower holders would look on your wall! Whenever I see rooms on Pinterest with flower garland like this I’m always jealous!
6. Desk Decor
You’ll want a few practical and stylish items on your desk, which are so much fun to shop for!
Items like a lamp, pen/pencil holder, stapler, and tape dispenser are useful items that can also be cute decor on your desk. I love this picture because the decor is all rose gold/gold.
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7. Bedding
Your bedding is a great way to decorate your dorm room! My bedding is from OCM which is one of the best places to get cute dorm supplies.
I found this light pink comforter on Amazon that is also really pretty. Order your bedding in a size twin xl to fit most dorm room beds.
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8. Lamp
The picture above is actually my dorm room this year! I got my gold lamp from Marshall’s which is a great place to look for cute lamps. Check out this similar gold lamp from Amazon as well.
9. Mirror
Every girl needs a mirror in their dorm room! You can decorate it with lights, pictures or just leave it plain. I definitely recommend buying your body-length mirror from Target because they are a lot cheaper than Amazon.
10. Wall Art Prints
Wall prints are such a great way to decorate your dorm room in an easy and cheap way! You can download free wall art quote printables in my resource library. Frame them or stick them to the wall, and it will look perfect!
11. Throw Pillows
Throw pillows are another great decoration that can add a pop of color into your room. I love these boho-chic pillows and could see them looking really cute in a dorm.
12. Lightbox
Lightboxes are so popular and would look great on your desk, dresser, etc. Lightboxes are fun too because you can change the message to match your mood, season, or holiday.
13. Plants
It’s always nice to incorporate plants into your room. They are good for the air and always look nice!
14. Curtains
I have curtains in my door room this year and they do such a good job of tying the room together. If you’re looking for a little more color or decoration that makes your room feel more like home, curtains are for you!
15. Rugs
It is the best feeling to wake up and step onto a fuzzy soft carpet! I really like how cozy this white carpet looks.
16. Clothing Rack
If you don’t have a lot of closet space, you can use a clothing rack like this one to hang some of your other clothes. It’s a great way to give yourself extra room for clothes while decorating your room.
If you don’t have a lot of dorm space, this may not work (I know my quad freshman year would never have been able to fit this!)
However, this year one of my friends didn’t have a ton of closet space so she used one of these and it looked so cute with her clothes hanging from it! It also has room for some of your shoes.
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17. Desk Shelf
Desks can get messy quickly which is why using a desk shelf is super helpful! It’s one of the best ways to organize your desk and actually looks really cute at the same time.
One of my friends has a smaller desk shelf on her desk that allows her to add decorations without them actually being on her desk. The desk shelf also provides extra room to store desk supplies.
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18. Ring Tray
Jewelry trays are cute and useful! I have one on my dresser next to my bed and it’s so nice to just throw my jewelry in it before bed. This hello gorgeous jewelry tray is so pretty!
19. White Board
My roommate has a big whiteboard calendar on her desk and it’s actually really cute. It also helps her stay organized throughout the week because she can see everything happening in a month.
20. Bed-Rest Pillow
Bed-rest pillows are the best on a college dorm bed. They look cute and are super comfy, especially if you want to sit up on your computer in bed. My bed-rest pillow is Ugg brand from Bed Bath & Beyond. It’s super soft and a really nice light pink.
If you’re looking for one that is a little less expensive, this pillow has a ton of great reviews on Amazon.
21. Bean Bag Chair
If you’re looking for extra seating in your dorm that is also really cute, a bean bag chair may be perfect!
The white bean bag in the picture above really ties the room together. This bean bag chair looks similar to the picture and would look amazing in any room.
22. Makeup Organizer
You’ll definitely want a place to organize your makeup and accessories. I have this makeup organizer and really like it. All of my makeup has a place, and I don’t have to rifle through my makeup bag trying to find a particular product. It also looks really cute in the bathroom.
If you don’t have a ton of space you may want to get a makeup organizer that is taller so that it doesn’t take up too much space. This makeup organizer is big enough to keep hair accessories and jewelry as well!
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23. Storage Ottoman
Storage ottomans are very popular in college because they provide extra seating and storage. They can also help you get up onto your bed if it is lofted or raised. They also can add a pop of color into your dorm.
I have two storage ottomans in my dorm this year and they are the best place to store some of my belongings that I don’t have a specific place for.
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24. Storage Trunk
If you’re looking for a way to store miscellaneous items, a storage trunk can be useful and looks cute in any dorm room.
You can put your storage trunk under your raised bed or in another spot if you have more room. Some girls put their storage trunk at the end of their bed too!
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25. Wallpaper
I’m always amazed when I see wallpaper in dorm rooms! If you’re looking for a decoration to take your room to the next level, wallpaper will work great. Definitely check OCM or Dormify for the wallpaper.
26. Fridge Magnets
It’s always fun to decorate your dorm fridge with some pretty magnets. These magnets are very positive and cute!
27. Wire Memo Board
Isn’t this gold wire board so cute!? It would be a great place to put cute pictures, quotes or any decorations you love.
28. Circle Mirror
I love the look of circular mirrors! If you get one make sure to buy really strong hooks so that it doesn’t fall off the wall.
29. Alarm Clock
Even if you use your phone alarm clock, real alarm clocks like this gold one always look cuter! It is a great little decoration that won’t take up a lot of room.
30. Books
Books are actually a really nice decoration, especially for a nightstand or coffee table. Pick out some cute books that match the general colors of your room, and it will look perfect!
31. Prints
I love how simple these prints are! These prints will definitely add some decoration to your room without it being too over-kill. These floral prints are a great price too!
32. Jewelry Organizer
Jewelry organizers are practical and can also look really nice on your dresser, nightstand, etc. This jewelry box has 3 drawers and is perfect for all jewelry items.
I hope that you liked this post about the best College Dorm Room Decorations.
I would totally love to see pictures of your dorm and maybe even feature them in a blog post. Feel free to email me pictures at emily@positivityispretty.com
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