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Nostalgia comes in all forms. And as dorm room designs start to hit shelves again, something funny has been happening—we’ve been envisioning them in our own (grown-up) homes. The truth is, you don’t have to be a student to enjoy a chic Bluetooth speaker.
From IKEA to Target’s Room Essentials, our go-to big box stores just released a wave of dorm essentials that have serious legs. Also: If you’re looking for a bit of a reno (college student or not), Tempaper is offering 20 percent off peel-and-stick wallpaper styles with the code SCHOOL20. Ahead, we rounded up nine new products that perfectly balance that “kid at heart” vibe.
A Stackable Stool
This perch is a space-saving chameleon—take a seat, stack your books on it, or leave a heap of them in the corner for impromptu get-togethers.
A Quirky Bluetooth Speaker
The best thing about this bold design is that you can connect it to other Nattbad speakers and outfit the entire room (or house).
Chic Chip Bag Clips
One of the first things you learn in college is not to let your snacks go stale—these cool chip clips go a long way.
A Striped Robe
Whether you’re commuting down the hall from a shared bathroom or just walking between rooms in your apartment, this cotton terry robe will become your favorite part of shower time.
A Sturdy Bean Bag
The beloved bean bag is all grown up. The striped fabric and structured back make it feel a little more dinner-party-ready and less we’re-playing-Fortnite-tonight, making it an absolute winner for that lonely corner or reading nook.
A Pegboard Organizer
To-do lists, artwork, photos, procrastinated homework assignments—there’s space for it all on this cute organizer. The Skådis collection comes with plenty of accessories, so you can create a setup that feels entirely custom.
A Mini Table Lamp
If a piece of hard candy (you know, the kind you’d find at the bottom of grandma’s purse) were to transform into a lamp, well, here it is. The monochrome design is elevated in that it will definitely make the list when you move out of that dorm and into an apartment.
A Flowery Paper Towel Holder
This flower-inspired holder would add the right amount of pep to a stark white, builder-grade kitchen.
A Non-Beige Shoe Rack
This sling attaches to a closet rail with a durable hook, effectively turning a sliver of closet space into a display of your eight favorite kicks. Outfit planning has never been easier.