I’ve become a bit of a pro at picking out dorm room essentials, which means separating the must-haves from the nice-to-haves ...

For that reason, often the most critical dorm room essentials aren’t just cute room decor and twinkle lights, but practical necessities that make sharing a tiny space organized and livable.

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Plush but low linting, they can last for all four years of college. A mini toolkit makes assembling dorm room essentials hassle-free. It's also a good idea to have a basic set for things that ...