Dorm Room Storage Solutions

Because who wants to feel like they’re living in a box?

September 1, 2016

This article originally appeared on Apartment Therapy and was written by Laure Joliet. It has been given minor edits before re-posting.

College dorms don't exactly have a rep for being the most beautiful living spaces. But here's a lesson to all the soon-to-be-freshmen out there in the world: Life is a whole lot more fun if you learn to think on the bright side. What dorm rooms might lack in style, they make up for in neutrality. Your white concrete cube is a blank canvas to get creative with some beautiful solutions.

We rounded up 20 good-looking storage solutions that would be perfect for a dorm room (and might even carry you into your first apartment if you treat them right).

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Wooden Storage Mirror With Ladder, $59.99. target
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Magnetic Stickers, $15. fancy.com

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Supercool Fridge Cart, $79. pbteen.com
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Microfiber Sheet Set with Pocket, $14.99-$25.99. target.com

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RÅSKOG Utility Cart, $29.99. IKEA
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Wire Hair Appliance Caddy, $29.99. pbteen.com

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Locker Ladder Hanging Organizer, $35. amazon
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Mini Fridge Storage Cabinet, $70.38. amazon

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TRONES Storage Cabinets, $39.99 for 3. IKEA
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Over-the-Door Mirror Rack, $89. pbteen.com

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Hanging Closet Shoe Storage, $19. pbteen.com
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Underbed Drawer Trunk, $96.50. DormCo

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Shoe Storage Ottoman, $191.99 Overstock
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Ready-to-Roll Storage Cart, $109-$139. pbteen.com

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Over the Fridge Storage Organizer, $10.88. DormCo
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Urban Shelf, $15.99. amazon

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Cabidoor Behind the Door Storage, $199.99. DormCo
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Ultimate Bedside Storage Set, $33-$59. pbteen.com

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24-Pocket Over the Door Organizer, $8. biglots.com
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Get-Ready Stand, $179. pbteen.com

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