College Dorm Room Product Recommendations

When setting up your college dorm room, there are key items that everyone must have. From clothes to shoes, books and school supplies, bedding and towels, there are a lot of necessities that you’ll have to bring. There are some things that will help make your dorm room just a little bit extra special. Below are some of the favorite products that Living. Simplified. suggests.

A rolling cart is versatile as a bedside table.

Target 3 Tier Metal Utility Cart


An ottoman with storage does double duty.

Target Storage Ottoman


A bedside caddy can hold your essentials.

Amazon Bedside Caddy Organizer


Quickly add shelving to your closet with a hanging organizer.

Target 6 Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer


Keep your shoes together in one place.

The Container Store 4-Tier Expandable Shoe Rack


Adding hooks to your walls to hang décor or jackets is a must do!

Command Hooks (variety Pack)


Utilize the space under your bed.

Utilize all available space to store your seldom-used and out-of-season items.


When helping your kids pack for college, be sure that they create a packing list including items that need to be purchased. As you pack into luggage, duffel bags or boxes, cross items off the list so you know that they’ve been packed. Here’s a list of items you might want to consider packing, in addition to the items suggested above:

  • Extra-long bedding

  • Bath towels

  • Laundry basket

  • Over-door organizers

  • Felt hangers

  • Baskets

  • Cube organizer with collapsible bins

  • 3 tier organizer on wheels

  • Clear bins with drawers for under bed

  • Mini fridge with stand

  • Over-door hangers

  • Desk drawer organizers

  • Charging station

  • Shower caddy

  • Extra-long bed skirt

  • Full-length mirror

  • Vanity mirror

  • Bed risers

  • Surge protectors

More Organizing Ideas

Need even more ideas on how to organize your home? Living. Simplified. is ready to help. Take a look at these blog posts or send us an email at lauren@livingsimplified.net and we can work together to reach your organizing and decluttering goals:

5 Steps to Organizing Your Family Room

The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Master Bedroom Closet

15 Minutes to an Organized Home