Planning out your dorm room already? Your dorm is your second home while away at college, so making it feel comfortable should be top priority. Here are some things that I’ve found make my dorm room feel more like home.

1. Rugs – Most W&M dorms have tile floors which can be cold! Your feet will thank you for adding a rug to your room! Having a rug also completes my room and makes it feel more cosy.

2. Pictures of friends and family – Pictures of friends and family are a great way to decorate your room and bring some personality and memories with you! I have my pictures set up right above my desk so that I always see them while studying.

3. Fake plants and flowers – I love adding fake plants and flowers to my desk and windowsill to make everything seem more lively!

4. Favorite snacks – tasting my favorite snacks always reminds me of home. 

5. Stuffed animals / pillows – my stuffed animals have been with me for years, so it only made sense to bring them to college. They’re nice decorations that remind me of home! 

6. Books! – I love to read, so bringing my favorite books with me was a must.

7. String Lights – I have a ton of string lights up in my room at home, so bringing them here not only makes my dorm room look pretty, but it also reminds me of home!