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Why You Should Go Big on Valentine’s Day Decor in Your Dorm (for as Little as $5)

Isabel Petrou
Isabel Petrou
Isabel is an incoming sophomore at the University of Vermont. She is studying public communication. She grew up in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, where she frequented the beach often during the summer. Even though her heart belongs to the ocean, the mountains are becoming a close…read more
published Jan 24, 2025
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collage with 2 college friends at a valentine's day party, and a couple of valentine's day decor products
Credit: miodrag ignjatovic/Getty Images, Target, Urban Outfitters

I believe that Valentine’s Day has the cutest decor of all the holidays. I mean, a holiday about love is destined to translate into adorable themed decor — it’s all red, pink, and white, and it’s versatile because heart-shaped accents work all year long. 

Plus, you’ve got options. Don’t love those traditional Valentine’s Day colors? Swap in any other hues — it’s more about the shapes and the feeling. And by feeling, I mean love — any kind of love. Despite it being a primarily romantic holiday, Valentine’s Day can (and should!) still very much be about friendship. I always have a Galentine’s Day celebration where my friends get together to watch a rom-com and decorate with heart balloons, heart dishware, and streamers. 

Decorating for your Galentine’s Day party, or just want to add some heart motifs to your space for fun? These 11 Valentine’s Day decor ideas will all look so cute in your living space, either for the next month or semipermanently.

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Target
$5.00

Pillows are always easy to switch out based on the season. This red and pink option from Target’s Bullseye’s Playground section (currently only available in stores) has a classic “XO” on it — it’s so good for Valentine’s Day, but you could also use it year-round if it’s your style.

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Target
$15.00

I love this heart garland. It’s made up of cotton hearts in a bunch of cottagecore patterns, but all in the same color scheme of red, white, and pink. It almost feels like a DIY piece, and it radiates “cozy.” Hang this above your bed, in the living room, or on any empty wall.

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Five Below
$5.00

This heart-shaped desk or vanity mirror not only lights up but comes in three colors: black, white, and light pink. The mirror is 13.5 inches, and the light is battery-operated, which means you don’t need to plug it in. Don’t miss how the base serves as a little tray for small items.

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Walmart
$4.55
was $6.23

I love this Valentine's Day take on everyday string lights. These are LED-powered red hearts, and they give off that cozy, warm lighting vibe — perfect for a night of relaxation. No overhead lights here!

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Amazon
$15.99

Okay, before you say this is cheugy, give me a chance. I think these are the least cheugy wooden word signs I have ever seen. These love blocks are adorable and can be placed anywhere. I would put them in my kitchen.

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Anthropologie
$32.00

I am obsessed with this Parisian-inspired vanity tray. I need it right now. The geometric design is so intricate and beautiful. You can put anything on here and use it as both decor and storage. I would put my jewelry on here.

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Urban Outfitters
$79.00

Enhance your dorm with this elegant pink, red, and white duvet cover that has angels, doves, stars, and flowers and comes in a twin XL size. I would feel like royalty sleeping in this.

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TJ Maxx
$9.99

This set of heart glassware is made for dessert — can’t you just picture them filled with fruit, snacks, or ice cream sundaes? But you could even use this for trinkets in your room if you wish. They’re very versatile!

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TJ Maxx
$24.99

If you either don’t trust yourself to light a real candle or live in a dorm where you can’t have one, check out this gorgeous battery-powered hot pink heart pillar candle. Or, hey, buy multiples.

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TJ Maxx
$16.99

What’s better than to combine adorable little dogs with Valentine's Day decor? These bed sheets feature images of the sweetest little pups with red and pink Valentine’s Day-themed decor.

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TJ Maxx
$19.99

The coquette aesthetic is like full-year Valentine’s Day decor, and this white heart pillow is a perfect example of why. It has a beautiful and dainty eyelet design. Place this on your bed or your couch.

Isabel Petrou

Contributor

Isabel is an incoming sophomore at the University of Vermont. She is studying public communication. She grew up in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, where she frequented the beach often during the summer. Even though her heart belongs to the ocean, the mountains are becoming a close contender. Her favorite part of living in Burlington, Vermont, for college is its unique coffee shops. Her perfect day would consist of going to a cute café in the morning, then spending the day at the beach swimming and reading, then ending the day by shopping and getting dressed up for a nice dinner downtown. Through Dorm Therapy, Isabel is excited to be a voice for young adults embarking on their college journeys and she hopes to make this big transition of life more comfortable for others in the same place as her.

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