Shopping

When you live in a small space, everything you buy needs to serve a purpose. Consider this your go-to spot for the best new finds — from storage must-haves to the cutest decor — that won’t wreck your budget.

Shopping for Your Dorm

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Living room with orange sofa, large mirror, pink cabinet with orange wave design, and potted plants.

13 Incredible Gifts Any Gamer Will Love, Starting at $16 College Life

Shop games, storage, loungewear, and more.

Britt Franklin

Dec 4, 2025

The 34 Best Viral TikTok Gifts to Shop Right Now (They Totally Live Up to the Hype!)College Life

TikTok made us buy them.

Megan Gray

Dec 3, 2025

My Go-To Outfit for Long Travel Days Is So Cute and Cozy College Life

Trust me, you need one.

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Dec 2, 2025

10 Things I Always Do on the Plane to Land Feeling *Better* Than When I Boarded College Life

I asked a former flight attendant for tips.

Yanel SiqueirosNew York University '27

Dec 2, 2025

This Nostalgic Toy Is Trending Again, and It's the Comfort Hobby You Need College Life

Do you still have yours?

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Dec 1, 2025

Our Complete Guide to Cyber Monday Dorm and College Apartment Deals You Should Be Shopping (There Are Over 250!)College Life

Savings up to 85% off!

Megan Gray

Dec 1, 2025

This Mini Gift Idea Is Like a Burr Basket But Even Better (So Useful!)College Life

Step aside, burr basket.

Yanel SiqueirosNew York University '27

Nov 29, 2025

This Owala Collab Is Designed to Keep Your Diet Coke Extra Crispy Organizing & Cleaning

Which one is your fave?

Sofia Rivera

Nov 27, 2025

The $549 College Essential I've Used Every Day for 3 Years That's *So* Worth It College Life

I use them in the gym, in the library, and all across campus.

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Nov 27, 2025

This $3 Plushie Rivals the Cuteness of My Favorite Jellycats Dorm Decor

The rosy cheeks are too perfect.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Nov 26, 2025

I Started "the Big Four” Gift Tradition with My Friends & We Love It College Life

So easy, so personal, so brilliant.

Angie AriasSUNY Oneonta '25

Nov 26, 2025

This $5 “Stick of Butter” Is So Soothing, I Need One to De-Stress STAT Dorm Decor

It looks so weirdly satisfying.

Yanel SiqueirosNew York University '27

Nov 22, 2025

35 Gifts Your Bestie Will Adore and Use All the Time (All Under $50!)College Life

From an adorable claw clip to an artsy calendar.

Alanna Quirk-AboujaoudeSimmons University '26

Nov 20, 2025

We're Declaring These the Best Road Trip Snacks of All Time Food & Recipes

Did your faves make the cut?!

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Nov 20, 2025

91 Gifts for the “Wicked” Superfan in Your Life (Even if That’s You!)Dorm Decor

It's all so swankified!

Britt Franklin

Nov 19, 2025

I Spent Years Searching for THE "Rory Gilmore Sweater" College Life

A thrift unicorn!

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Nov 18, 2025

The Toiletry Bag You Should Always Pack to Prevent Messy Spills Organizing & Cleaning

This will make packing *so* much easier.

Sofia Rivera

Nov 18, 2025

My Thoughts on Kraft's Limited-Edition Dessert-Inspired Mac & Cheese Flavor Food & Recipes

It’s surprisingly good.

Ali Domrongchai

Nov 18, 2025

Coca-Cola's New Holiday Drop Is the Only Soda I Ever Want to Drink Food & Recipes

It's festive and fizzy!

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Nov 15, 2025

8 Cute Bag Charms That Will Give Your Backpack a Major Glow-Up Dorm Decor

Take your backpack to the next level.

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Nov 14, 2025

This $29 Aldi Suitcase Is Like a $108 Béis Bag on Wheels College Life

Whenever I need to pack for a short trip, I always find myself complaining about not having a good weekend duffle bag. I need something spacious enough to fit everything I need for a weekend away with friends or when I go home for the holiday break, but not so bulky that it takes up too much storage space in my room. I’ve been dreaming of the Béis Weekender bag, which sells for $108, and that’s definitely not in my budget.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Nov 14, 2025

The Best 2025 Advent Calendars Filled With Little Presents You Actually Want College Life

Treat yourself.

Sofia Rivera

Nov 13, 2025

This Pocket-Size Camera Takes Epic Retro-Style Photos (I Take It Everywhere!)College Life

It's a great gift, too!

Britt Franklin

Nov 12, 2025

These New Coffee Pods Taste Like All My Favorite Ice Cream Flavors Food & Recipes

When it comes to coffee, I’m typically a no-frills gal: a decaf breakfast roast, a splash of French vanilla creamer, and some sugar, and I’m good to go. I love this simple, delicious combo of flavors, but every once in a while I stand in the coffee aisle in the grocery store and consider something a little more interesting — a departure from my regular routine. The flavors that I think will finally get me to try something different?

Shelby Deering

Nov 10, 2025

The Easy 1-Ingredient Upgrade I Always Use to Make Veggies Taste *So* Good Food & Recipes

It transforms my recipes.

Freya Hatch-Surisook

Nov 10, 2025

I Tried Dunkin’s Entire “Wicked” Menu — Here’s My Honest Review Food & Recipes

This menu has changed me “for good.”

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Nov 8, 2025

This Clever Storage Hack Will Instantly Organize Your Messiest Clothes Piles (Perfect for Sweatshirts!)Organizing & Cleaning

Just in time for sweater weather.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Nov 6, 2025

I Just Found the Cutest Way to Channel "Ralph Lauren Christmas" in Your Room Dorm Decor

It’s perfectly preppy.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Nov 5, 2025

This New Holiday Coffee Creamer Tastes Like My Favorite Dessert Food & Recipes

It’s so cozy.

Britt Franklin

Nov 3, 2025

The $4 Boxed Mix I’m Baking with Nonstop (So Moist, It Tastes Just like Homemade)Food & Recipes

I'd swear it's from a bakery!

Angelina Thari

Nov 1, 2025

This Whimsical $5 Find Is the Perfect Addition to Your Coffee Station Dorm Decor

Cozy season just got even cozier.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Nov 1, 2025

12 Starbucks Secret Menu Drinks to Make You Ditch Your Go-To Order Food & Recipes

Everything from fruity refreshers to cozy hot drinks.

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Oct 31, 2025

My Sister Started Buying These Mini Chocolates in Bulk After One Bite Food & Recipes

“They’re unreal.”

Alexandra Foster

Oct 31, 2025

The $3 Grocery Store Dessert I Have to Buy Every Fall (So Easy and Delicious!)Food & Recipes

They're cute, too!

Leila Alem

Oct 31, 2025

This $18 Urban Outfitters Gem Is the Whimsy Your Dorm Has Been Missing Dorm Decor

Here’s how to spice up your desk setup.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Oct 30, 2025

5 Coffee Creamers That Totally Taste Like Fall Food & Recipes

Tastes like fall.

Annie Arriaga

Oct 26, 2025

This Supercute Craft Is the Easiest Way to Refresh Dorm Decor You Already Have Dorm Decor

It’s so customizable, too.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Oct 25, 2025

Your Bestie Will Scream for This Adorable Boo Basket Idea College Life

All treats, no tricks!

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Oct 22, 2025

These $7 Candles Will Set the Chicest Spooky Vibe (Yes, You Can Have Them in Your Dorm!)Dorm Decor

They flicker just like the real deal.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Oct 21, 2025

This $8 Gem Will Make Your Daily Morning Routine So Much Cuter Dorm Decor

Plus, two other just-as-adorable options.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Oct 20, 2025

I Tried Taco Bell’s Flamin’ Hot Grilled Cheese Burrito Food & Recipes

Comfort food with a kick!

Laney CrawleyUNC Chapel Hill '26

Oct 18, 2025

This Starbucks Drink Might Be Your Perfect Fall Order Food & Recipes

There’s a fan-favorite fall drink back on the menu.

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Oct 17, 2025

PB Teen Dropped a "Wicked" Collection That Feels Like a Magical Escape Dorm Decor

It's going to be so popular.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Oct 17, 2025

IKEA Just Released a Bold New Color of This Super Popular Table Dorm Decor

You can totally customize it with simple hacks, too.

Yanel SiqueirosNew York University '27

Oct 13, 2025

HomeGoods Is Selling a $7 Fall Decor Gem That Will Make You Smile Every Time You See It Dorm Decor

It’s preppy meets spooky.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Oct 12, 2025

See Which Adorable Hello Kitty Starbucks Cup You Should Get Food & Recipes

It’s a perfect pairing!

Laney Crawley

Oct 9, 2025

This $7 Coquette Home Decor Gem Will Give Your Space Peak Cozy Vibes Dorm Decor

It's a must-have for fall.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Oct 7, 2025

Channel Taylor Swift's "Showgirl" Era for Under $150 with These Glam Decor Finds Dorm Decor

It's more than orange and sparkles!

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Oct 3, 2025

I Tried Wendy’s Newest Menu Item — And It's My Favorite Thing They’ve Ever Made Food & Recipes

I can’t wait to try the other sauces.

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Oct 2, 2025

The $4 Trader Joe’s Frozen Dinner Staple I Eat Every Single Week Food & Recipes

It's so delicious!

Angelina Thari

Sep 29, 2025

16 National Coffee Day Freebies and Discounts You Don’t Want to Miss Food & Recipes

You can get free coffee, discounts, and more!

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Sep 29, 2025

The One Thing You Should Look for in a Hook, According to This Dorm Closet Hack Organizing & Cleaning

You’ll have so much more space.

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Sep 28, 2025

This Brand New Milano Flavor Tastes Exactly Like My Favorite Fall Drink Food & Recipes

It's *not* pumpkin spice!

Alexandra Foster

Sep 27, 2025

HomeGoods Is Selling $16 Halloween Must-Haves in the Prettiest Metallic Colors Dorm Decor

Spooky and so chic.

Isabel PetrouUniversity of Vermont '26

Sep 25, 2025

Give Your Dorm a Mini Fall Makeover with This Unexpected Aesthetic Dorm Decor

It's so pretty!

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Sep 24, 2025

3 Super Reliable Bags to Make Hauling Your Groceries So Much Easier Food & Recipes

No more broken paper bags.

Yanel SiqueirosNew York University '27

Sep 23, 2025

My Italian Mom Swears By This Jarred Pasta Sauce (It Tastes Like Grandma’s)Food & Recipes

It's a must-buy!

Leila Alem

Sep 22, 2025

This Easy $30 DIY Is the Prettiest Solution for Blank Walls Dorm Decor

So cute!

Yanel SiqueirosNew York University '27

Sep 22, 2025

This Sparkling Coconut Water Is My New Drink Obsession (It's So Refreshing!)Food & Recipes

I'll never drink plain seltzer again.

Sangita Vasikaran

Sep 21, 2025

Starbucks’ New Secret Menu Drink Tastes Like My *Favorite* Childhood Snack Food & Recipes

So much nostalgia!

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Sep 20, 2025

This Dollar Tree Find Under $2 Will Make Mornings Feel Extra Cozy Dorm Decor

It's so versatile.

Emma ZawackiUniversity of Missouri '26

Sep 19, 2025

I’ll Never Use a Backpack Again After Finding This Tote Bag Hack College Life

The beginning of the school year is filled with so many decisions, from choosing which classes to take to moving in and figuring out how to decorate your space. But after getting into a routine the first few weeks, you might discover you didn’t fully think through things like what kind of bag will work best for your schedule.

Kaitlyn LuckoffNorthwestern University (Master's)

Sep 18, 2025

You’ll Want to Make My Easy 2-Ingredient Trader Joe’s Steak Dinner Once a Week Food & Recipes

It's so good.

Ali Domrongchai

Sep 17, 2025

I'm Keeping This $6 “Scary Cute” Decor Find on My Fridge All Season Dorm Decor

It's my new favorite decoration.

Kelly Kuehn

Sep 16, 2025

This Sherpa Ghost DIY Is the Cutest Halloween Decor Dorm Decor

I want one in every room!