One of the most fun parts of the back-to-school season for college students is decorating a dorm room. Amid all of the craziness of a new school year, your dorm is the one place where you can put your own stamp on it and express your personality. It’s where you study, sleep, and keep your most precious belongings, so it’s important that it’s a place where you feel comfortable and that reflects your unique personality.

There are a lot of fun ways to personalize a dorm room. They don’t have to be bland and unappealing. And even though they’re small, there are clever ways to create extra storage and organization that is both functional and stylish.

Here are 10 stylish dorm room ideas to give you some inspiration for your own space.

Dorm Room Inspiration

Black, white, and grey with pops of pink is a classic color palette that looks great in a dorm room.
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Faux fur and plenty of cushy pillows make this corner feel luxurious and cozy.
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Dreaming of the beach when you’re at school? Incorporate some banana leaves and pineapples into your decor for a chic coastal twist.
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A beautiful black and white tapestry of the world map gives this corner character and coziness.
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A light, neutral color scheme creates a chic look that is open and airy.
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A raised bed with drawers and shelves underneath provides lots of extra storage.
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A DIY corkboard headboard is charming, affordable, and completely customizable.
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Extra storage space under the bed makes the most of the space while the decor on the walls brings plenty of personality.
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A black and white palette makes this dorm room ultra chic and glamorous.
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How cozy is this darling dorm room? Love the string lights around the ceiling.
Source: Domino

So many adorable ideas!

Warm regards,
Megan