College Countdown: Dorm Decor

The college countdown is upon us. I remember vividly the process., and loved helping "Miss Shop This" create her dorm style.  There are several steps that help the decorating begin and end without a hitch. For a coordinated look, communicate with your roomie before school begins. Then you can decide on a color 
theme together.  
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Check with the school's mail room, and see if they will accept packages you send before your arrival. Bard College was most helpful with this. If your school does not, Target can help by allowing you to order online now, and then pick up later close to campus. See how to do this here, and save 15%.  Get a wheeled dolly! Those boxes are heavy, especially three flights up. And most importantly, those dorm beds are just not good. A featherbed is a must! Macy's has some on sale.

Dorm Room Inspiration

Pinboard Mirror
This accessory is twice as nice as it plays double duty. It's one part mirror and the other message board. Now reduced by 60%. Also available in a navy dot.
PB Teen

Comfy Cozy Bedding

The Company store is where we began our dorm room decor decorating. The bed was the most important to us. The Jersey Sheets are really fabulous, and they come in Twin XL and other sizes. Your college student will feel as if they are sleeping in their favorite tee shirts. In every color under the sun, they are perfect for guys and girls. The LaCrosse Comforters are perfection in down or allergy free. Best yet the comforters are on sale now!
The Company Store

Triangles Lines Duvet Cover or 
Comforter Set
Geometrics add up to a modern mood for guys or girls. The greys are a nice neutral.
The Company Store

Ruched Diamond Duvet Cover + Sham
What a great look! Designed to brighten a dorm room in 100% organic cotton. 
Hurry while it is on sale.
Pottery Barn Dorm

Black Jack Blox Wall Pops Set 
Good looking chair, but what we are talking about here are those wonderful walls! The look is both modern and sophisticated. Best yet, these decals are removable and can be repositioned and wiped off. Love it!
Target

The Emily & Meritt Bed of Roses 
Comforter + Sham
For a decorator look, search no further than the Emily & Meritt Collection. It's all affordable and much is on sale now. My favorite is the "faux headboard," which is less than $30. Genius and oh so glam. See it all at 
PB Teen

Babe Cave Collection
A feminine collection that's both graphic and glam. Fun pillow.
Dormify

Pretty Pink Details

For the girly girl coed. These pink details will add a feminine feel to an otherwise dreary dorm. These affordable pieces are all 

priced from $20 - $32

 The Josie Throw in Peony,   The Halle Seagrass Basket   Adina Storage Bowls

Lulu & Georgia

Faux Mongolian Scatter Rug

She'll love this.....faux real! A rug adds a glam touch underfoot or even scattered over the back of a chair.

Dormify

Marshall Mini Refrigerator

Guys will love keeping their band mates hydrated in between sets. At 3.2 cubic feet, it's sizable and so much fun. It ships for free!

Best Buy

Tasseled Eye Rug

A rug just couldn't be any cuter. Perfect for next to the bed. Those tassel eyelashes are insta-worthy. Less than $35

Urban Outfitters

Modern Glam

Every coed on earth wants good vibes! This chic collection begins at $8.  That chair will make her study better don't you think? 

Such fun finds!

Pier One

PS: Take 20% off  with Code: SAVE20

Wall Leaning Storage Rack
When floor space is limited, go up the wall! This wall ladder will hang hats, jewelry, scarves and more. The shelves will help the coed display storage baskets, speakers, books, etc. A pretty and practical piece that's on sale now.
Pottery Barn Dorm

Removable Wallpaper
Any coed will love this easy to apply and remove wallpaper. These papers are just too much fun. But don't stop at the walls, paper a desk, shelves, dresser drawers and more. Let your imagination go for show stopping  dorm decor.
Kate Zaremba Company

Bedside Caddies
These handy pockets will replace a bedside table, that some dorms don't have room for.  Very clever and ever 
so handy in linen.
Container Store

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Countdown To College

Countdown To College

( Via Container Store )

I hate to even say the words "Back to School" yet, but the college kids will be heading there soon. Sending your child off to college and away from home takes some planning. It really isn't too early to begin making a list, and ordering what you need.  Miss Shop This and I spent the entire Summer getting her dorm room together. My favorite tip: order on line and have your things shipped to school! It's a great relief not to have to pack it up and ship it all yourself. There are so many fun and functional choices for every budget.  Here's what I loved.

Bisley File Cabinets
Add color and functionality to a drab dorm room. I remember my own coed needing something that locked to keep her passport and jewelry safe. Terrific as a trio or alone. Fun!
The Container Store 

Acrylic Desk Accessories
Style and function! Lighten up the desk with these clearly chic containers.  
CB2  

Spectrum Hamper
Oh yes, there will be dirty clothes...for days! Store them in style with these chic containers.
The Company Store

Underbed Shoe Storage
Heels on wheels! Floor space is premium in a dorm room. You simply must hide things under the bed. The wheels make this one handy storage solution.
Target

Mini Dot Sheet Set

Even if they don't make the bed, these sheets will add style and a pop of color to the dorm room. Now on sale at

Pottery Barn Teen 

WallCandy Chalkframe Decal
Decorative and oh so usable. She will write notes to herself or her roomie daily. Perfect for the dorm room door, as well.
2Modern  

Umbra Diamond Boards
Mix and match the way you stay organized with these super cool magnet chalkboard, cork, and dry erase board fragments. Buy 1 - 101 for unlimited designs like cool chevron, stylish squares, or chic cubes. Super cool. Read all about them at
Container Store

Bungee Overdoor Towel Rack by Umbra
There's one thing for sure, the average dorm room has absolutely no room for towels, wet or dry. This rack is the answer. Plenty of room for sharing with a roommate. 
Container Store  

Joy Mangano Hangers & Mini Steamer
Ask any college student. Huggable Hangers and a steamer are essentials for the school year. The hangers will triple the hanging space in that tiny closet. The steamer takes the place of an iron and bulky board. You need both.
HSN 

Dorm Wall Decals
Your college guy or coed is all about social media. They will feel right at home with these icons on their wall. They are removable, too!
Wall Star Graphics at Etsy  

Cuisinart® EasyPop™ Hot Air Popcorn Maker
For the midnight munchies! 
Amazon 

Bedside Pockets
I could totally use one of these! Perfect for storing expensive electronic devices and eyeglasses. This may well keep a costly accident from happening.
The Container Store  

Jersey Knit Bedding
Both guys and girls will love the cozy comfort of this bedding. Available in a rainbow of colors with the feel of their favorite tee shirt.
The Company Store 

Sugar Paper L.A. For Target

For the fancy pants girl (or me). These good looking desk accessories rate an A+ for style. They are amazingly affordable, too.
 Target 

Dippy Large Basket
She'll store, undies, hair products, magazines, leggings and so much more in these. A pretty pick that is now half price at
 Pier One Imports    

Pacific Coast Down Bedding
Better sleep equals higher grades. We can't actually make them go to bed, but these products will certainly improve the quality of their sleep. I love all of my down bedding from this brand. Shop the back to school sale at Pacific Coast. You can find a good sale also at Macy's

Bright & Bold DIY

A girl has to have her little chotchkies to feel at home. Shop for all of the inexpensive equipment to get this look yourself at.

Target

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