Best Twin XL Sheets for Back-to-School
Once there was a time when twin bunkbeds adorned in matching pattern sheets and corresponding duvets were a childhood staple to have. Of course, major bonus points were earned if you had to climb the bed ladder to roll into the top bunk. However, that was childhood and this is now college, AKA dorm life and... even more bunkbeds. Naturally, though, you’ll be leaving your childhood princess bedding at home to opt for something more tailored to your growing style. We searched some of the coolest sites that offer a variety of ways (styles and designs) to make your dorm bed a comfy place to call home. The tricky part isn’t finding the Twin XL bedding, but deciding what patterns you want to pick for the next four years. These are blank chapters waiting to be written.
Courtesy of PBteen1/13Don’t lose major Zzzs over the idea of not finding Twin XL sheets and comforters to cover your new bed. Most freshman dorms beds are an odd size, but retailers such a PBteen are on it making stylish bedding options for #dormlife. One of their super-soft bedding outfits is a Chic Paisley Value Comforter with sheets, pillowcase, comforter and a sham. Aside from the feminine options, there’s a bunch of patterns for guys as well. PBteen Chic Paisley Value Comforter & Set, $109-129. pbteen.com
Courtesy of RHTeen2/13Oh, sheet! Yes, in college you’re going to have to wash your own sheets. It’s best to have at least two pairs of Twin XL sheets to interchange throughout the semester. Why opt for plain white cotton layers when you can pick ones printed with floating pink feathers, monogrammed options, or vintage crochet trimmed bedding? RHteen has everyone's dorm bed furnishing covered with their Twin XL options. Not into frilly bed frocks? Reed plaid, antler print, and Ellis plaid are other sheet set options too. RHTeen, Painted Feathers Sheet Set, $169-219. rhteen.com
Courtesy of Bed Bath and Beyond3/13Live dorm life colorfully in a super bright and cheery poppy floral mini comforter set from Kate Spade New York. The navy, pink, and red bedding comes with a matching sham. Now all you need is a dorm room with a park view. Bed Bath and Beyond, Kate Spade New York Poppy Field Mini Comforter Set, $129.99. bedbathandbeyond.com
Courtesy of Macy’s4/13One bed. One bag. It’s that easy. Macy’s college focused Remodo’s Turquoise Wave 8-piece Twin/Twin XL duvet covers your bed in one quick package. Aside from the punchy bright blue color, you’ll get everything from one duvet, a sheet set, blanket, decorative pillow, pillow sham, and a storage bin. Macy’s Remodo Turquoise Wave 8-Pc. Twin/Twin XL Duvet Boxed Room $127.49. macys.com
Courtesy of Urban Outfitters5/13Just like you pack your bag before heading to class this bedding is prepacked in a draw string bag with all your snooze zone essentials. The Kaye Medallion Comforter Snooze Set in ivory is perfect for creating a tiny zen oasis. Urban Outfitters, Kaye Medallion Comforter Snooze Set Twin XL $169.00. urbanoutfitters.com
Courtesy of Dormify6/13Customizing your new digs is one of the best parts about starting college — aside from learning, of course. Luckily, Dormify has your dorm room goals pre-planned. Just pick one of their themes say, the purple powder Weekend Lover Room situation and decorate away. Dormify, Weekend Lover $99-22.00. dormify.com
Courtesy of Vera Bradley7/13Now it’s possible for your dorm bed to match your Vera Bradley quilted backpack not to mention match your roommate’s bedding too. How? Vera Bradley released a new back-to-dorm comforter set. Florals are perfect no matter the season. The Cascading Floral Comforter Mini Set is just what you and your roomie need. Vera Bradley, Cascading Floral Comforter Mini Set Twin/XL $129.99. verabradley.com
Courtesy of American Eagle8/13Easy and breezy is good when making your bed quickly once the 8 a.m. alarm rings. Aerie Home has a lightweight comforter set (in either Deep Plum or Dusty Sage) that makes it a breeze to keep your bed tidy. Oh yeah, the set comes with one pillowcase, sheet set, and comforter. American Eagle, Aerie Home Twin XL Comforter Set $109.95. ae.com
Courtesy of Roomify9/13Extra TLC is appreciated when moving into your very first dorm. Roomify takes the stress out of what to pack as you pick your bedding pattern and the rest comes included in corresponding patterns and colors. With their College, Here I Come series you’ll get over 39 items (Twin XL memory foam mattress topper, sheet set, comforter) to prep your space for the best year yet. Roomify, College, Here I Come, $190.00. roomify.com
Courtesy of Dorm.com10/13Comforters are cool, but college quilts are cute, too. The slightly retro mint and cream two-tone Twin XL quilt from Dorm.com is just quirky enough to say, hello college, I am here. Dorm.com, Jet Stream/Yucca Blended Textured Twin XL Quilt, $54.44. dormco.com
Courtesy of PBteen11/13When trying something new, you can’t go wrong opting for something classic like organic cotton monogram sheets. You pick the color and font preference so that no one will confuse your personalized sheets at the laundry mat for theirs ever again. PBteen, Classic Organic Sheet Set, $19.50. pbteen.com
12/13The option is a serious splurge, but it's worth it — sheet set, plus comforter, plus pillows all provided in a neat package. Plus, the quality and classic colors mean they'll carry you through all four years in the dorm. Just add colorful accessories, and voila, the bed of your dreams.
Brooklinen Twin XL Move-In Bundle, $569, brooklinen.com
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