Check out all of these amazingly decorated dorm rooms of the year below.
Everyone’s favorite thing about moving to college and into a dorm room is the wide variety of decorating options you have.
You can hang up some lights, add a storage cart, and bring in a super cute comforter; the options are endless.
Note: We went ahead and linked items so you can easily find what you are looking for if you want to recreate them.
26 Amazingly Decorated Dorm Rooms Of This Year
1. Add some pictures
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All dorm rooms come with very little floor space and a lot of wall space.
Use pictures to cover up the wall to not only save money but, also make your dorm room look effortlessly modern.
2. add a pop of color
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If you love a minimalist dorm room and how the plain colors come together, then you’ll love this dorm. Stick with a plain color and then add a bright one.
3. Add a chair
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The chairs that come with your dorm room are uncomfortable and frankly awful.
Get a chair that is comfy and will match the color scheme.
4. don’t underestimate a bed skirt
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One of my favorite recurring themes in these dorm rooms is bed skirts.
You can use them to cover all of the ugly cabinets and storage baskets that you will have to store under your bed.
5. add a headboard
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If you want your dorm room to look the best of the best, you are going to need a headboard. They bring the whole room together.
6. Stick To a color scheme
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This dorm room has all different kinds of Pink coming together and she did it SO well. So don’t be afraid to use colors but make sure to stick to a color scheme.
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7. minimal art can look good too
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You can have a few pieces on the wall and still have a gorgeous dorm room.
8. Think about budget-friendly designs
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You do not have to spend thousands on dorm decor. In fact, those pictures linked above are $9.99 for a pack of 50 different pictures!
9. Incorporate Storage
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You are going to need to think about ways to incorporate storage into the design of the room. You won’t have much space but using storage cabinets that are tall will work better than the wider ones.
10. print out your pictures
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Bring pictures from home. Many students get homesick in college so bringing/printing your own pictures can help you feel more at home.
11. Let your room have space
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This is great inspo if you want your dorm room to have space to walk around.
Move all your stiff to one side and your roommate can move her to the other. This will let the room feel more open and ultimately look better.
12. Buy a bench
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You’re going to want your dorm room to have places for people to sit. Get a bench.
If you plan on lifting your bed you can only use it as a stepping stool.
Two birds – 1 stone kinda thing.
13. add more seating
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If you have the space in your dorm, add a futon for more seating.
14. Different seating ideas
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These are two other different seating ideas for your dorm room.
15. pillows + blankets
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You are going to want to make your bed super comfy. It needs to have comfy blankets and pillows.
16. Curtains
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Having a curtain in your room can block out all the light and that is perfect if you like to sleep in on the weekends or get some sleep before finals.
17. Add a personalized touch
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This is your room, so make it yours.
Add a personalized touch either with your name or pictures. It’s up to you.
18. add some lights
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Think about adding some lights to your dorm room.
The ones that come with the room are awful, especially if you want to be able to take pictures.
19. wall shelves
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Wall shelves are one of the best ways to safety hang up items (and they are cheap)!
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20. tapestry
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I love seeing dorm rooms with a tapestry on the wall.
It’s the perfect way to add a touch of your personality to the room.
21. bring a tv
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Do you love a good night in with a good movie?
Bring your Tv with you to college!
22. bring a mini fridge
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If you plan on bringing food back with you or having snacks, you need a fridge and a microwave.
Get a cute one in your color scheme to make sure it matches the style.
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23. more shelves
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24. storage baskets
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You can also make your storage cabinets look stylish (not as much as adding a bed skirt but still super cute)!
25. long mirror
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Every dorm room needs a long mirror.
How else can you show people your OOTD?
26. our favorite storage cart
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Decorate your dorm room with this storage cart.
You can move it around, put your snacks in it, and literally anything else you want. Its perfect for college students.
This article showcases 26 creatively decorated dorm rooms, highlighting the unique personalities and styles of the students who live in them. The designs range from simple and minimalistic to colorful and eclectic, proving that dorm rooms can reflect individuality and creativity.