1. Command Strips
The most exciting (and stressful) part about the moving process is probably the shopping for decorations. If you are moving to on-campus housing or student-housing, most likely, you are not allowed to do any damage to the walls– but what about all those photos, art prints, and tapestries? Well, Command Strips are your perfect solution.
They are very easy to apply and will not chip the paint on the wall once it's time to move out. I personally recommend buying them before moving in on Amazon or your local grocery store since during late August everyone will be trying to get them. This brand also has hooks and other kinds of items to help you decorate your walls!
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2. Mini-Fridge
A mini-fridge! You might be living in a college dorm where you have no kitchen or a community-kitchen, or perhaps you are living in a bigger apartment with a full-size fridge. For either of these options, you might want to consider getting a mini-fridge. On one hand, if you will not have a kitchen, this way you will be able to store some snacks for whenever you are too lazy to leave your room. On the other hand, if you share a full-size fridge with your roommates, it may be helpful to have extra storage in case you all go grocery shopping together and run out of fridge space.
Personally, I would recommend getting the ones that come with a fridge and freezer.
3. Comfy Clothes
Since this semester, most of us have a majority of online classes, it might be time to invest in some comfy clothes - A pair of sweatpants, some comfy shoes, or oversized hoodies! Even though you might live somewhere where the weather is still very humid and warm, remember that dorms are usually very cold.
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4. Mirror
I know a lot of us know the importance of mirrors when taking Instagram pictures, right? But mirrors are also a huge help when it comes to making a small space seem bigger. Most college rooms are rather moderate in size, so I recommend adding at least a small mirror to make it look more spacious. Remember that you will spend a lot of time there and after a while, it can get overwhelming. You can choose from a variety of shapes (circular or rectangle), sizes (smaller or larger), and prices (affordable or a little bit more expensive).
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5. Fun Stationery+Agenda
I realized that having fun highlighters, sticky notes, and pens help motivate me. The most important thing to get regarding stationery is a good agenda! Keeping track of your homework and plans is essential to keep your life organized. It's easy to forget about due dates and homework when you are overwhelmed, tired, stressed, or simply having a busy lifestyle. One of my favorite brands to shop for cute stationery is Ban.do.
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