DORM ROOMS: NECESSITIES VS DECORATING...

There is a great back-to-school commercial by Staples where the dad is pushing a shopping cart and singing, "Its the most wonderful time of the year!" That commercial always cracks me up, mostly because I can totally relate. That was until we shipped our daughter off to college for the first time. The amount of "stuff" needed for her to feel like she had a home away from home was extraordinary!

Me being me, I wanted her space to be as pretty as her bedroom at home with its lavender, purple, white and black with light maple furniture color scheme. But that wasn't happening. What we had to work with was that traditional bulky oak furniture that we all know and love (or hate, would be more appropriate.) Realistically, the most important thing was to accommodate all her storage needs.

So instead of just offering ways to make the dorm room pretty, here are some attractive solutions that will make for a happy dorm life...


Gold Capiz Floor Length Mirror from Pier 1



Wall Shelves from Target



Wicker storage tower from Pier 1



Under bed storage from Target



Closet storage from Bed Bath & Beyond



Desk lamp and organizer from Target



iPod dock and alarm clock from Target



Seagrass laundry separate from Target



Canvas shoe storage from Target



Storage Ottoman from Target



Mirror with hooks from Target



Storage units from Bed Bath & Beyond



Caddies from Bed Bath & Beyond





Here's to a success school year...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

Photos courtesy of BedBathandBeyond.com, Pier1.com and Target.com