One of the best parts of going off to college is getting to do your own thing, living in a dorm, and decorating it any way you like. Of course, as a college student, you probably don’t have thousands — or even hundreds — of dollars set aside for room decorating. So how can you get all your college dorm must-haves without spending a fortune? We’ve combed the internet and have found 6 great companies that offer cute — and affordable — college room decor. Here they are:
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Dormify
Dormify features a large selection of bedding basics and other living necessities, along with funky wall decorations like black and white prints, decals, and mirrors in all shapes and sizes. Plus, when you sign up to to get emails from Dormify, you get an automatic 15% off coupon, and on any order, shipping is free on orders over $75.
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Dorm Co
If you want posh, classy, and upscale decor for your college dorm room, Dorm Co is not for you. If you love pop culture and funky ornaments, you’ll love the website’s selection of posters (think Bob Marley, Justin Bieber, etc.), DIY cork boards, signable wall canvases, and more. You can also find more practical items like bedding, bathroom basics, and lamps. Orders ship in 24 hours or less, and there’s a flat shipping rate of $2.95.
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Target
Who doesn’t know and love Target? But while you may have thought of it as a place to toiletries and dog food in the past, today you are aware of its vast selection of college stuff that will have you browsing for hours. Printers, microwaves, sheets, towels, lamps, hangers, plastic drawers, wall hooks, and more — plus, you can order online or buy everything you need in the store and save on delivery. And with Target, you can count on great prices and frequent sales.
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Wayfair
While Wayfair is known as a home decorating site, it also has some great deals on college dorm room decor. Bedding, storage, closet organizers, and micro-fridges are just some of the things you can find there. Plus, Wayfair frequently offers some of its bestsellers at discounted prices, along with free shipping on orders of $49 and over.
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Dorm Decor
This is the posh college student’s shopping site. Dorm Decor features beautiful, color-coordinated collections, quilts, coverlets, shams, rugs, drapery, monogrammed products, and more. While Dorm Decor is more expensive than the other sites, its products are high-quality and will likely see you through your entire college career and beyond.
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Amazon
What’s great about Amazon is that you can find 10 different versions of the same item, which means you have the luxury of choosing the exact picture frame you want, the precise shade of lavender sheets that you’ve been dreaming of, and so on. Moreover, with such a large selection, you also have the luxury of shopping around for the best prices. And remember, Amazon Prime members get free and fast delivery.
Getting Your Stuff to Your Dorm
If you want to have your dorm decor all ready before you actually move into your dorm, you’ll be left with the task of transporting it all. If you’re moving locally and aren’t coming with furniture, driving by car should suffice. However, if you’re moving from far and have loads of stuff, you may be interested in hiring a moving service. If you’re not sure how to find reliable, trustworthy movers, comparing moving companies is a must. Once you’ve compared prices and reviews, you can make your decision, and just like that, your college career will be off to a great start.
In any case make sure to follow our Ultimate College Packing Checklist before your move.
