10 Dorm Bedding Finds to Make Your Space Feel More Like You

Sarah M. Vazquez
Sarah M. Vazquez
For the past 8 years, I've covered all things shopping. My work's been published by Hearst, PureWow, and Bauer Media Group. I'm a Brooklyn-born Jersey Girl (with a BA in English from Montclair State University) who loves a good playlist, a good bagel, and my family (but not necessarily in that order).
Britt Franklin
Britt Franklin
My professional writing career started in my days as a lifestyle and media blogger when I joined a magazine to cover Louisiana film, fashion, and entertainment. From there, I’ve been through a natural progression into gaming and tech content with The Nerd Machine, travel and…read more
updated Aug 21, 2025
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Cozy bedroom with a colorful quilted bedspread, decorative pillows, a desk with books, and a camera hanging on the wall.
Credit: Abby Porter

If dorms are known for one thing, it’s their less-than-ideal size. Having to share a divided room with several other people is never easy, but there are still ways to make a space your own, no matter how small it may be. The most important part of furnishing it is having comfortable bedding that makes your space feel cozy. Ultimately, you want to turn your dorm into a place you’ll always feel good about going home to. Below, you’ll find 10 bedding items to help you set up your ideal space for everything from snoozing to snacking.

FluffCo. Down Alternative Pillow
$115$69

Good sleep start's with the right pillow and the FluffCo. Down Alternative Pillow is our favorite. Fluff Co.‘s pillows are inspired by those luxe hotel pillows we all covet, with the goal of getting a high-end pillow into everyone’s hands at a fraction of the price. This pillow topped our Best List as a great pick for all sleepers, making it a pick sure to last you all four years.

$69 at Fluff Co.
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Virtu Bed Sheet Set, Twin XL
$29

Available in 10 colors, this lightweight and breathable bamboo sheet set is a great pick for hot sleepers. They fit mattresses up to 16 inches deep and are availalble in six sizes, including Twin and Twin XL.

$29 at Walmart
Lavender Memory Foam Mattress Topper
$70$59

Having a foam topper can make a world of a difference in how well you sleep on a dorm mattress. If you suffer from insomnia or are often under a lot of stress, this special topper is infused with lavender to calm you down when you curl up.

$59 at Amazon
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Poppy Pink
$249$125

Dorm Therapy Contributor Kaitlyn says that the viral Lola blanket took her dorm bed "to the next level." With double-sided faux fur, it's unbelievably soft and warm, and you'll want one in every colorway. Best of all, it's on sale for 50% off right now and even comes with a $50 gift card.

$125 at Lola Blankets
Bedsure Duvet Cover, Twin/Twin XL
$40$22

Prefer the look of a solid duvet cover? This super soft Bedsure find comes in 14 chic hues and features an easy-to-close zipper closure (alongside corner ties) for quick bed making.

$22 at Amazon
"The Regulator" Sheets, Twin XL
$149

With many dorms lacking air conditioners, cooling bedding is a must — like these cooling sheets made from sustainably grown bamboo. Bamboo is an increasingly popular eco-friendly bedding material, as it requires significantly less water and energy to produce than cotton and feels even softer and fresher. If you’re looking to splurge on high-end sheets guaranteed to help you sleep cool, these sheets are the way to go. And yes, they come in multiple colorways.

$149 at My Sheets Rock
SUPERIOR Oversized All-Season Reversible Down Alternative Comforter, Twin/Twin XL
$44

What's a duvet cover without an equally as impressive insert? This SUPERIOR find is both an Amazon and editor-favorite, with Commerce SEO editor Sarah sharing, "This duvet has been my go-to since college and is the one I always recommend to friends and family. It's super plushy, lightweight, and perfect for year-round use (and did I mention affordable?). I can't tell you how many times I've gifted this duvet!"

$44 at Amazon
Mainstays Faux Fur Plush Backrest Pillow
$16

For the times you can’t be bothered to study from your desk, a super soft and fluffy reading pillow will come in handy for propping you up on your bed. This one comes in four different colors, so you’ll certainly be able to find one that fits your style.

$16 at Walmart
Elegant Comfort 3-Piece Smart Sheet Set, Twin
$27$24

Sheets with a cell phone pocket are a must-have for college. Whether you use your phone as an alarm or are fond of scrolling through social first thing in the morning, this sheet set allows you to both charge your cell and keep it close by.

$24 at Amazon
Modern Threads Down Alternative Microfiber Quilted Reversible Comforter
$27$25

Bedding that gives you two styles in one means you don’t have to find a place to store another comforter until you’re ready to switch out styles. Space is tight in dormitories, so a comforter that can pull double decor duty is clutch.

$25 at Amazon
Tufted Dot Duvet Cover & Sham
$132

It can be difficult finding small-space-friendly decor items to spice up your room, but a duvet cover with pom poms is the perfect solution. It can provide a much-needed hit of texture to perk up a dull dorm and doesn’t take up any extra space in doing so.

$132 at PB Teen

This post originally appeared on Apartment Therapy. See it there: The Best Dorm Bedding for Making Your Space Feel More Like You

Sarah M. Vazquez

Contributor

As a kid, I spent my weekends at the Home Depot with my dad and watching Food Network with my mom, so my love for all things home is, well, homegrown. An avid reader and writer, I pursued an English degree and joined my school's chapter of the collegiate women's magazine Her Campus, where I honed the craft of helping others through my writing. After college, I interned in NYC and entered the wild world of commerce, combining my love of shopping, home, and writing into a dream career. Some of my proudest professional moments have been right here at AT Media. Over the past two-and-a-half year, I've helped the commerce team grow, writing countless articles, testing hundreds of products, and starring in a few social videos on the way. With my writing, my goal is simple: to save you time and money. There's a lot of junk out there and I pride myself on being able to the scout out the gems everyone needs in their home so you can spend your money wisely and discover some great products, too.

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Britt Franklin

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My professional writing career started in my days as a lifestyle and media blogger when I joined a magazine to cover Louisiana film, fashion, and entertainment. From there, I’ve been through a natural progression into gaming and tech content with The Nerd Machine, travel and food writing at Daebak and SnackFever, and a smorgasbord of lifestyle editorial content at Pinterest. Writing for the homespace at Apartment Therapy Media became a combination of all those things.Creativity and inspiration has always been central to my writing, whether it's an album review or a love letter to my favorite organization products. I love tapping into the everyday curiosity that drives someone to curate a space that truly embodies their vision, and where do we showcase that more than our own homes? A huge part of my role is testing products, which puts me at the forefront of trendy and innovative gadgets and gizmos to make life at home more fun and efficient.In my spare time, I’m often working on creative projects, watching K-dramas, playing video games, or spoiling my dogs. That’s if I’m not in the middle of planning my next trip for a concert, festival, or just to explore.

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