This Underrated Brand Makes Getting Organized Actually Fun — See Our Fave Finds!
Let’s be real: Dorm shopping can often veer into essentials only. But when your entire life is crammed into a 200-square-foot room, your space, your stuff, and, yes, even your planner should make you smile when you look at them. Life is too short for things that don’t spark a little joy, and when you’re living in a tiny room the size of a shoebox, the things you surround yourself with matter even more. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for brands that bring the fun — places where getting organized feels exciting, where a tote bag is actually a vibe, and where even a notebook feels like a personality statement. Enter: ban.do.
Originally started as an accessory brand, ban.do has evolved into a full-blown lifestyle brand, covering desk items, planners, dinnerware, decor, and even clothing — all in funky, colorful prints and patterns. It seems the brand’s entire mission statement is “Why be boring when you can have fun?” The brand also has regular sales.
What Is ban.do?
Ban.do is the kind of site where you go in for one thing and end up with a full cart. It first launched in 2008 as a hair accessories brand, but has since grown to include pretty much everything, including planners, notebooks, desk accessories, bags, clothing, candles, home decor, self-care finds, and more. The whole vibe is colorful, bright, and a little cheeky. Prices are pretty reasonable overall, which is a major win for dorm shoppers, and there are constant sales running, so you can almost always find what you want on sale. Whether you’re looking to deck out your desk, add some color to your walls, or just add a little personality to your space, ban.do is a great place to shop.
