9 Stunning Decor Items You Absolutely Need for a Coastal Grandma Dorm Room

The key to creating a theme for your bedroom starts with the correct bedding, because the bed is the focal point of the room and often the first thing you see when you walk in the door. This cotton flannel bedding set’s white and blue floral pattern will establish the tone for your room’s color scheme while making you feel like you’re in a chic summer house on the beach.

Mirrors are important for college dorms because they upgrade the style of a room and can make your space seem larger. And of course they also serve functional purposes, like allowing you to do your makeup and check your outfit before you leave for class (not to mention snap a mirror selfie before going out with friends). This specific mirror is a great choice because it has that trendy, unique shape seen all over social media, while the beachy wave design enhances the room’s overall coastal vibe.

Another multifunctional option, this jewelry dish is a dainty, beachy decoration that also serves as storage for your jewelry or other little trinkets. Space is limited in a college dorm, so decor that can also hold items is a smart use of what you’ve got.

The shell design of this vase screams “beach!” Brighten your space (and your life!) by buying yourself fresh flowers to go into this vase — bonus points if you get white and light blue hydrangeas for maximum coastal grandma vibes. If buying fresh flowers (and keeping them alive) seems daunting or unrealistic, you can always opt for faux flowers.

Looking for a way to elevate your dorm dresser without taking up too much space? This white tray will pull together all of your decorations and knickknacks to create a clean and simple vignette. While a small detail, the gold handles on this tray will boost the overall look of your bedroom.

You may think you need a lot of throw pillows to embrace the grandma aspect of this aesthetic. But let’s be real: Tons of extra pillows will end up taking up too much space in your tiny dorm room. Instead, lean into the simple and clean side of this aesthetic. One statement pillow is really all you need — as long as you choose the right one. This shell pillow is a solid option; it’s small, but it brings major coastal elegance to your bed, aka the centerpiece of your room. It comes in shades of pink, blue, purple, and red.

With its blues, whites, and pinks, this oyster painting digital download embodies the coastal grandma aesthetic to a T. While it may give off "dining seaside with a wealthy relative" vibes, at just $6.50, this piece fits into a college student’s budget perfectly.

This white faux coral decoration is a conversation-starting addition to your dresser or bedside table, tying yet another element of the ocean into your space. It looks super realistic (like you might have picked it up from a casual scuba diving trip!), but for a fraction of the price it’d take to get scuba certified, buy all the gear, and charter a boat. The neutral, off-white coloring will seamlessly match the rest of your room decor — whatever color scheme you end up choosing.

A woven storage basket feels so aesthetically right. Plus, it will add major texture to your dorm. (And let's be real: dorms often need some warmth.) Pick up one or a few!