How to Decorate Your Dorm Room

Lights are my personal favorite item of decoration, not just because they're beautiful, but also because having something glowing or lighted brightens up my mood instantly. Go for fairy lights if you want something versatile and unique: the long length of wire is perfect for stringing up against the wall or around your photos, and the different colored LED bulbs will be sure to make any dorm room look instantly more creative. 

One problem you might face after a while in your dorm room is that you'll find yourself with more and more clothing. Trust me, when I first studied abroad, what started off as one luggage of clothing turned into three full boxes at the end of my first year! Investing in a foldable hanging closet will save you precious space and keep things organized, a must for small dorm rooms with little moving space – especially if this is also your study space. 

Why not decorate your dorm room with your own DIY masterpiece – simply gather or buy cheap postcards, images or posters and frame them up in your local store. Or you can put together a collage of interesting, eye-catching postcards on the wall beside your bed or desk. Anything can be made use of, as long as it’s colorful, bold and stands out. 

You can also decorate your dorm room with little pieces of furniture or antiques, or literally any item you think will look good and represent yourself. My final tip is to do a little treasure hunting in your local online classified ads and on sites like Craigslist – you never know what goods you might find for a bargain price! Many students who are just about to graduate sell things online, and many of these may be new or in great condition. 

Finally, sometimes less really is more, so keeping things clean and simple will do more good than having an unkempt, cluttered dorm room. So don’t get too carried away – keep it simple and decorate your dorm room in moderation!