Gear Up 10+ Must-Have Dorm Essentials to Start the Year Off

Home wall sockets do not have enough outlets to power or charge all of your gadgets, thus this power strip is necessary. 

With three USB outlets and three outlets, this strip includes a 5-foot extension cord for quick access and a right-angle flat plug to minimize wall space.

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Dorm rooms frequently come with a trash can. Yet, it's generally plastic and without a cover, not to mention it will most likely begin to stink a few months into the school year. This is where the mDesign metal trash can comes in useful. 

The sleek trash can is ideal for a dorm room setting thanks to its compact size, robust construction, and lid with a step pedal for hands-free opening. 

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No more buying laundry baskets that don't last or rip easily since this one was designed to last for all the washing-room trips.

It has a robust aluminum soft handle for added lightness and comfort when carrying. The filthy laundry hamper is lightweight, so it will not feel heavy even when filled with clothing.

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The Betsey Johnson Leopard Pink Sheet Set will add fresh vitality to your dorm bedding ensemble. The comfortable microfiber sheets and pillowcases offer a pink leopard pattern design on a white background. 

Sheets are machine washable for convenient cleaning. A fully elasticized fitted sheet avoids slipping off the mattress and ensures a great fit. 

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A desk lamp is always useful when you don't want to use too much light while trying to get work done and don't want to disturb your roommate. 

You may customize this playful glam design with nine different colors to match your dorm.

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You will be enamored with a 360-degree colorful painting of the adorable flower and mushroom components on the vase for flowers. Each pastel flower pot is hand-painted and unique.

The stylish, quirky vases are solid due to their resin-cast construction and have a water-resistant finish, allowing them to store water for flowers or decorate for pampa grass.

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Even if you simply have a little living area, crumbs and rubbish may accumulate everywhere. A standard vacuum may be too large, but this portable vacuum is designed for convenience, can go into hard-to-reach spaces, and can be used on various surfaces.

It also removes hair, grime, debris, and pet hair from carpets, car interiors, furniture, and high-traffic areas. When not in use, it is simple to store until needed.

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Drink healthier, better-tasting tap water with this BPA-free Brita 10-cup water pitcher. Brita's Advanced filter technology eliminates the taste and odor of chlorine, resulting in great-tasting water. 

It is also certified to decrease copper, cadmium, and mercury contaminants, which can harm your health over time. 

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Enjoy the luxurious smoothness of this premium towel, which is made from 100% combed ring-spun cotton for a soothing touch against your skin. 

The huge towel measures 30" x 60" and is ideal for wrapping up after a bath or swim. Made of high-quality cotton that dries quickly, it is great for those looking for efficiency and comfort.

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The portable mesh shower caddy is made of robust and durable mesh material that can withstand weight and last for years. It provides a stronger handle so that you can easily hang the shower bag from any hanging hooks.

Side pockets are used to store essentials such as sunscreen, face cleanser, and other small items like sunglasses, a shaver, a comb, etc. 

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This detergent has both hardworking and delicate cleaning chemicals, as well as a unique aroma for your dorm. The lemon verbena-scented laundry detergent offers a faint, pleasantly mellow citrus aroma. 

It contains plant-derived cleaning agents with dirt, stain-fighting enzymes, and other thoughtfully chosen ingredients.

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Each sheet is 2x more absorbent, allowing you to use less and clean up spills and messes faster than other conventional brands. That is why Bounty is the Quicker Picker Upper!

Bounty Paper Towels are available in two sheet sizes: Full sheet and quick size, so you can select the one that works best for you. With quick size rolls, you can decide the sheet size based on the size of the mess.

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A helpful set to sweep your dorm, home, kitchen, office, or outdoors easily. The clip-on feature makes storing the broom and dustpan upright an ideal space-saving solution! Compact storage keeps your dorm clean and organized. 

The optional extension pole increases the broom's length from 39.76 to 51.18 inches, allowing you to select the optimum length according to their height.

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