Where to Shop: 15 Sources for Dorm Room Decor

Decorating a dorm room, for many, is their first opportunity to express themselves through their environment. The catch? You're on a college student's budget and have a small space to work with.My advice is to use this to your advantage and get creative. A little style can go a long ways in a small space (you would be amazed how much more affordable things like rugs become when you're shopping the smallest size) and learning to get creative with your budget and shop smart are lessons that will serve you well throughout your adult life. Sometimes you find the best pieces in the places you might not otherwise look. On that note, we've rounded up our 15 favorite places to shop for dorm room decor with a focus on affordable, small space friendly decor that will help you bring your own style and personality to the room without sacrificing your food budget for the week.

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Zara Home

$-$$     Best for: Luxe Bedding and Sophisticated Decor at an Affordable Pricepoint

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Golden Wavy Frame Mirror, $70

Linen Throw Pillow Cover, $30

Irregular Teak Wooden Table, $250

Gold Iron Planter, $119

Target 

$-$$     Best For: One Stop Shop for Essentials and On Trend Decor

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Pink Clay Vase, $15

Global Border Curtain Panel, $20

Framed Cactus Wall Prints, $40

Sheered Floral Fringed Towel, $13

Society6

$-$$     Best for: Edgy and Unique Artwork, Tapestries and Decor

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Lulu & Georgia

$-$$$     Best For: A vast selection of on trendy pillows, rugs and accesories 

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Crista Mini Accent Lamps, $47

Dalmatian Pillow, $35

Macaw Print, $24

Ceramic Pineapple, $29

H&M Home

$-$$     Best For: Glam, Fashion-Forward Home Decor

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Washed Linen Duvet Cover Set. $129

Velvet Cushion Cover, $10

Patterned shower curtain $30

Stoneware dish, $25

 

Anthropologie 

$$-$$$     Best for: Special Pieces with a Bohemian Vibe

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Rio Frame, $22 - $28

Monogram Mug, $8

Nico Pillow, $68

Ridged Pot, $16

 

Urban Outfitters 

$-$$    Best for: Affordable on Trend Furniture and Decor

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Mini Refrigerator, $149

Geo Wire Wall Grid, $34

Knit Floor Pillow, $49

Carson Multi-Use Shelf, $34

 

Bando

$-$$     Best For: Quirky Pieces to Lighten the Mood

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Rainbow Neon Wall Sign, $60

Rainbow Letter Pack, $13

Lemon Drink Tray, $18

Boob Bath Mat, $60

 

Uncommon Goods 

$-$$$     Best For: One of a Kind Pieces You Won't Find Anywhere Else

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Moon Clock, $40

Personalized Amp Doormat, $35

Cactus Bloom Throw Pillows, $28-$40

State Shape Wall Hooks, $18

 

PB Teen 

$-$$$     Best For: Pretty, Modern Pieces with a Youthful Feel

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Dachshund Desk Accessory, $29

Velvet Channel Stitch Chair, $159

Aria Rug, $149

Metallic Pillow Cover, $29.50

 

ModCloth 

$-$$     Best for: Kitchy, Quirky Decor with a Retro Spin

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Cactus Desk Organizer, $19

Bright Side Mixing Bowl Set, $32

Chase the Rainbow Doormat, $36

Candle in Whistle, $25

 

IKEA 

$-$$ Best For: Simple Affordable Some-Assembly-Required Danish Decor

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VEDBO Armchair, $199

SNIDAD Basket, $28

KOLDBY Cowhide, $169

GRADVIS Plant pot, $5

World Market 

$-$$     Best For: Eclectic Global Decor 

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Coral Kilim Woven Pillow, $40

Round Coconut Shell Mirror, $150

Gold Kiara Pencil Cup, $13

Gold And Agate Wall Rack, $50

Etsy

$-$$ Best For: Unique Handmade Pieces that Feel Uniquely Yours

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Faux Bison Skull Head, $85

Monstera Leaf Bowl, $40

Bonne Nuit Pillowcases, $26

Ceramic Lunar Wall Hanging, $37

Amazon

$-$$ Best For: Anything and Everything Delivered Fast

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Multicolor Bamboo Utensils, $15

Moon Lamp, $22

Casa Tissue Box Cover, $5

3-Tier Cake Stand, $25

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