Popsugar Living Dorms Relaxing Things For a Dorm Room 18 Things That Will Turn Your Dorm Room Into a Total Sanctuary 21 August 2019 by Lesley Chen Image Source: Urban Outfitters As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Heading to college can be both exciting and stressful, but decorating your dorm room shouldn't be. With the right essentials and a little inspiration, even the most boring rooms can be turned into relaxing spaces for studying, hanging out with your friends, or just de-stressing by yourself. Embrace small-space living and think of your dorm room as a way to enjoy adulthood by making all your own decorating decisions, from just how many pillows are enough for your bed to creative ways to organise all your stuff. Here are 18 products that will help turn your dorm room into a sanctuary from the hectic world of college life. Just don't blame us if you get so comfy that you'll barely want to leave once the school year is over! Related: Believe Us, You're Going to Want ALL of These College Dorm Room Bedding Sets 1 T-Shirt Jersey Duvet Cover Image Source: Urban Outfitters What's better than sleeping in a soft, comfy t-shirt? Sleeping in an entire bed of soft, comfy t-shirts. This heathered cotton T-Shirt Jersey Duvet Cover ($99-$149) will feel like a big hug but may make it harder to get out of bed for those morning classes. T-Shirt Jersey Duvet Cover $99 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 2 ABELL Felt Letter Board Image Source: Amazon Leave yourself (or your roommate) motivational quotes or reminders with an ABELL Felt Letter Board ($20), analog style. ABELL Felt Letter Board $20 from amazon.com Buy Now 3 Novogratz Lulu Collection Abacus Area Rug Image Source: Amazon An area rug is an easy way to elevate the look of your room and cover up any dirty spots on the floor. The Novogratz Lulu Collection Abacus Area Rug ($133-$399) has a fun pattern and pop of colour to let your personality shine through. Novogratz Lulu Collection Abacus Area Rug $133 from amazon.com Buy Now 4 Fuzzy Alpaca Throw Pillow Image Source: Urban Outfitters Add a little extra snuggle to your bed with an adorable Fuzzy Alpaca Throw Pillow ($49). It's almost as good as having a real pet around. Fuzzy Alpaca Throw Pillow $49 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 5 Anker PowerWave 10 Dual Pad Image Source: Amazon Charge your phone without worrying about tangled or frayed cords. The Anker PowerWave 10 Dual Pad ($60) can simultaneously power up two devices, even with cases on. Anker PowerWave 10 Dual Pad $60 from amazon.com Buy Now 6 Light Society Fulton Brushed Copper Table Lamp Image Source: Amazon Combat those harsh fluorescent dorm lights with something a little softer — this Light Society Fulton Brushed Copper Table Lamp ($33) will add some style and light to your desk, especially during late-night cram sessions. Light Society Fulton Brushed Copper Table Lamp $33 from amazon.com Buy Now 7 Mellanni 1800 Brushed Microfibre Sheet Set Image Source: Amazon The Mellanni 1800 Brushed Microfibre Sheet Set ($30) — which has over 58,0000 reviews on Amazon and comes in a variety of colours — will make your bed super soft and irresistible. And at that price point, you can grab an extra set and put off doing laundry for a little while longer. Mellanni 1800 Brushed Microfibre Sheet Set $30 from amazon.com Buy Now 8 Ban.do Getaway Eye Mask Image Source: ban.do Block out the extra light (and bad vibes) for your next afternoon or between-class nap with this fun Getaway Eye Mask ($18). Getaway Eye Mask $18 from bando.com Buy Now 9 Metal Photo Clips String Set Image Source: Urban Outfitters Surround yourself with happy memories of your family and hometown BFFs with a Metal Photo Clips String Set ($14), which also can also double as easy wall decor. Metal Photo Clips String Set $14 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 10 AOBOR Cotton Fabric Folding Laundry Storage Basket Image Source: Amazon Doing your laundry is officially unavoidable now. Put all your dirty clothes in this lightweight AOBOR Cotton Fabric Folding Laundry Storage Basket ($13) and you won't even mind looking at it. It also has handles and a drawstring closure to make carrying it to the laundry room a little easier. AOBOR Cotton Fabric Folding Laundry Storage Basket $13 from amazon.com Buy Now 11 Leni Leaning Mirror Image Source: Urban Outfitters A full-length mirror will help make sure your outfits look put together and your small dorm room look bigger. The Leni Leaning Mirror ($149) also has hooks and bars to hang your favourite accessories. Leni Leaning Mirror $149 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 12 Seville Classics Foldable Storage Footrest Image Source: Amazon Make your furniture work harder for you — the Seville Classics Foldable Storage Footrest ($20, originally $26) can provide extra seating in a pinch and keep all your miscellaneous items off the floor and out of sight. Seville Classics Foldable Storage Footrest $20 from amazon.com Buy Now 13 Simmer Stone Rose Gold Office Supplies Image Source: Amazon No one likes a messy desk. Make sure yours is clean and organised with these Simmer Stone Rose Gold Office Supplies ($27), which include a file holder, letter sorter, pen holder, and letter tray. Simmer Stone Rose Gold Office Supplies $27 from amazon.com Buy Now 14 SimpleHouseware Foldable Cube Storage Bins Image Source: Amazon These SimpleHouseware Foldable Cube Storage Bins ($17) can neatly organise your books, gadgets, and clothes, and they fold up compactly when not in use. Goodbye, clutter; hello, calmness. SimpleHouseware Foldable Cube Storage Bins $17 from amazon.com Buy Now 15 The Air Plant Shop Air Plants Image Source: Amazon If you want to have indoor plants but are a little green thumb-challenged, look no further than a set of The Air Plant Shop Air Plants ($14). These low maintenance plants don't require soil, need a soak just once a week, and provide instant greenery to your room. The Air Plant Shop Air Plants $14 from amazon.com Buy Now 16 Treasure & Bond Jersey Rope Chunky Knit Throw Blanket Image Source: Nordstrom This Treasure & Bond Jersey Rope Chunky Knit Throw Blanket ($99) will keep you warm on cold mornings or cosy during a reality TV marathon. Treasure & Bond Jersey Rope Chunky Knit Throw Blanket $99 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now 17 Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 Image Source: Amazon The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 ($100) is a bluetooth speaker that packs a punch and will set the mood whether you need to chill out with some mellow music or get pumped for a night out. It's also waterproof, dust-proof, drop-proof, and the perfect size for on-the-go jamming. Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 $100 from amazon.com Buy Now 18 URPOWER Essential Oil Diffuser Image Source: Amazon Give your dorm room that spa-like ambience with the relaxing scent of essential oils. The URPOWER Essential Oil Diffuser ($20) has changing LED lights and an auto-shut off feature, and it's less of a potential fire hazard than a burning candle. URPOWER Essential Oil Diffuser $20 from amazon.com Buy Now DormsCollege