The Ultimate Guide to Organize + Stylize Your Dorm Room
Now that the littles are back in school, it’s time to prep for sending your older ones off to college! Whether this is their first year leaving the nest, or they’re returning for yet another fun year on campus, these tried + true tips are sure to help get them started off on the right foot!
With Maria as a professional organizer, and myself as a recent college grad, we have put our heads together to compile what we deem the ultimate guide to organize + stylize your dorm room. Here are a few tips from the pros:
CLOSET
This is helpful for hanging clothes and maximizing vertical space.
This is great to use next to the Closet Extender for jeans, sweatshirts and other bulky items.
You know how much Maria LOVES these, and how much space they really do save!
This unit is great because it can accommodate high-top sneakers, heels, etc. which many of the other shoe organizers fail to do, and it can be stored vertically or horizontally. If it fits in the closet, it would have to be horizontal since clothing will hang down low. If there is space elsewhere in the room, you can stack two of them and use the top of it as an additional storage space - it’s also great for storing papers, books, purses, etc., if you don’t fill it with shoes.
If your closet has standard doors, this system would provide a TON of extra space. This could be a spot to roll leggings, workout tanks, hang bras, store undies/socks, etc. If you order this option, I would suggest one additional large basket. The great thing about these is they can be used with any standard door, so a piece that can be used for many years to come. This could also work on the inside of the door to the room, allowing space to store plates, silverware, snacks, etc.
BED
A personal favorite of mine! They are great to stack and provide additional hiding space for less frequently used items.
I recommend raising your bed as high as you can (or are comfortable with) so you can utilize as much space as possible underneath for drawers, bins, your yoga mat, etc.
Sizes vary and allow you space to keep the essentials within reach.
OTHER ESSENTIALS
The KEY to utilizing as much wall space as possible since they don’t damage walls. These would also work well on the side of the desk to hold office supplies or jewelry. They can be useful in hanging a mirror too (if your room does not have one already), but just be sure to check the weight limit on your hooks prior to hanging!
Super versatile and could be used for “kitchen” items or toiletries/makeup/etc.
This pairs perfectly with the 3-Tier Cart when using for toiletries!
Fabulous for using on the side of the fridge!
This can be arranged in multiple ways to help maximize vertical space on your desk. Truly a game changer!
While this is convenient to roll to and from the laundry room, it also saves you space since you don’t need a laundry basket with it.
We hope these tips + tricks make your move-in process easier and less stressful! We’d love to know what other products you love using in your dorm room - comment them down below!
The Baer Minimalist helps busy families create ORGANIZED + STYLIZED spaces throughout Indianapolis. She loves tackling any space, no matter how big or small - she can even work magic in a dorm room!
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