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Now that high school graduation is complete, it’s time to research dorm room ideas to make your dorm feel like home.
The great news is your new room is a completely blank slate. Of course, you need the dorm room essentials, but you also want your room to feel like home. Here are 12 fabulous tips to create a space you’ll want to spend time in, even during those dreaded all-nighters.
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Add some twinkle with fairy lights
$5.00
Proper lighting can be hard to come by in a dorm room. Add festive twinkle fairy lights to your dorm room ideas for a feeling of whimsy. Twinkle lights come in a range of sizes and even color-changing options that can sync with the music.
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Add a headboard
$89.99
Many college dorms have cement walls — not very comfortable to lean against in bed. Add a comfy headboard to your dorm room decorating plans.
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Add a mirror
$26.99
Mirrors aren’t just for checking your look, they also make your room feel bigger — super important in small spaces. Pick up some peel-and-stick mirrors to create a unique pattern on your wall or door.
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