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Unfortunately, this isn’t your room back at home so you’re gonna have to make do with the space you got.

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Promising review: "For the price, this little shelf is very sturdy and useful. Since I've been in college, I have used this shelf every single night for my phone, drinks, crochet projects, and more. If you want enough room for a laptop, I'd recommend getting a larger size." —Madison D

Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in two colors and two styles).

Promising review: "As a college student, having things that don't take up a lot of space in my dorm is essential. And this laundry basket does just that. It fits nearly anywhere I stick it, and when the time comes, it's super easy to use and is plenty to big enough to account for my entire load of laundry. Truly a lifesaver." —Justin V.

Get it from Amazon for $35.70+ (available in 23 colors). 

Promising reviews: "Excellent dorm room shelf! Easy to assemble and fits perfectly on top of the desk that was in the room. Great value compared to other similar items. You won’t be disappointed." —Leslie Jennings

"I went to a university where there were no drawers or compartments on our dorm desks!This fit perfectly and provided me with so much storage!" —Eliza

Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three sizes and two colors).

Promising review: "My daughter’s going to college in a few weeks, so I bought these for her dorm room. I’ll be buying more considering I ended up taking and using them for myself! Good quality and great to store extra bedding." —Sandra Pearl

Get them from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in four colors and multipacks).

Promising review: "Overall, I'd say these are a good purchase. Magic space saving hangers with nine holes that can hang nine pieces of clothes at once. They save a lot of space in my closet by organizing clothes at slightly different heights, which also makes it easier to find clothes. What's more is that the different colors help me classify my clothing. This closet organizer comes in packs of six, which is great for the cost. Good stuff for my dorm room essentials." —Wenwei

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in multiple pack sizes). 

Promising review: "I got this product to use in my dorm room in college, and I love it! It is not too big for the space, and it fits everything perfectly. It was super easy to assemble, and it is easy to move around when I need to rearrange things. Definitely recommend, especially for college use!" —Olivia Conk

Get it from Amazon for $34.77+ (available in four colors). 

Promising reviews: "Had this shipped to my son’s dorm to organize his MANY SHOES. He said it was easy to put together and appreciated that he could keep his shoes neatly in one spot. Fits in his dorm closet. Happy with this purchase." —AbbyV

Get it from Amazon for $28.97 (available in three styles and four colors).

Promising review: "Bought this for our daughter who's in college. Poor kid didn't have a dresser and being in another state made it hard to get one as she'd have to get rid of it in eight months. The hanging shelves fit perfectly in her closet. Sturdy, with extra pockets on the side. She loves it. When it comes time to leave the dorm, it folds into a small square she can fit into her suitcase." —Elaine M. Edelson

Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in two sizes and eight colors). 

You can store dangly earrings and stud earrings and this also keeps your necklaces tangle free! It's also lockable so you can make sure all your valuables are safe and sound. 

Promising review: "This has been a FABULOUS purchase. My jewelry is finally all in one spot, easily accessible, and organized in the most space-efficient way ever. This works perfectly for me. I am so happy I purchased this. Everything is tucked away behind the door in the closet. I specifically chose this one because it didn't have an additional mirror on the inside which seemed redundant (since the whole front is a mirror) and a waste of storage space. Installation was easy. It arrived in perfect condition. Highly recommend!" —regazzapaesa

Get it from Amazon for $139.99 (available in 10 colors). 

Promising review: "This product is a great way to organize in small spaces. There are four shelves and plenty of space between each shelf. It has wheels, which has been helpful. It is easy to assemble and it is sturdy. I used it to organize hair products and makeup." —Heather

Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in five colors). 

And these aren't just for leggings; you can even use them for bras, scarves, and skirts!

Promising review: "At first, it took me a while to put this to use, but when I did, I loved it. So convenient, easy to display, and does not take up space at all! Might give a try for my jeans. Currently using them for my leggings which is useful when you have a whole bunch of black leggings, now I can see them clearly based on brand, etc." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in various pack sizes and three colors). 

Promising review: "I recently moved and have much less closet space now. These hangers have saved me! I thought I would have to get rid of quite a few pairs of pants, but with these, they fit into my closet in a small amount of space. The hangers keep my pants straight, too, so that they don't wrinkle. They're really easy to use. I am so glad I found these." —JEC

It comes with drywall fasteners for you to hang it up!

Promising review: "Got a couple of these for a new and small apartment. Very handy and a good use of space. Lots of configuration options. Easy to set up. Instructions were decent." —Jerome M.

Promising review: "Good price, good quality, good appearance, good functionality, plenty of clearance around the bowl in all directions, etc. Lots of other reviews talked about the time required to assemble and that there are so many pieces...if you can put together ANYTHING from Ikea, then you can put this together. Instructions were amazing, and parts were very organized and clearly laid out in individual bags. Each instruction showed you how many pieces were needed for the step (think Lego instructions)." —Bennett Wetherald

Get it from Amazon for $82.99+ (available in two colors). 

Promising review: "These are extremely sturdy, very easy to install, and add so much storage under the bed. My daughter was able to put two dressers under there. Great purchase — true game changer!" —RCash

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "Outstanding space saver! I only have one bathroom in my apartment so it needs to stay clean and organized. It’s also small and weirdly designed so going ‘up’ is the best opportunity for storage. This unit is impressive: gorgeous, easy to put together, lightweight but stable, and affords more usable space than I thought it would." —Cheryl

Get it from Amazon for $24.38+ (available in six colors). 

Promising review: "Bought this for when I went to college and used it every single day. It clipped to my bed frame and made night reading easy, and the different color lights were also nice. My roommate also bought one so we could use these as our primary light source in our small dorm room. I've had this lamp for about seven years now. Definitely worth the money and is currently in my office as a desk lamp!" —David

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "I absolutely love this thing! I have much less clutter on my sink, thanks to this. If there's anyone not sure if it will fit due to an object, all you need is 1.25 inches of space between the edge of your existing outlet plate and the piece of furniture. I have a GFCI with a standard wall plate." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four colors and multi-packs).

Nori is a woman-owned small business based in Connecticut, hoping to make your life easier with this all-in-one travel iron and steamer.

Promising review: "It has a very sleek design and is lightweight. As someone who lives in an apartment with limited space, I think this compact iron (and steamer!) is a total game-changer. Its simple controls make it very easy to use, and the adjustable temperature settings cater to different fabrics, ensuring that your clothes are treated with the care they deserve. My favorite thing about the product is that it can be used on the go, making ironing quick and convenient anywhere. This is my new go-to for traveling. I highly recommend this product to anyone who values convenience, ease of use, and portability." —John F. Kemmerer

Get it from Amazon for $119.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Bought these storage bags two weeks ago to pack my winter clothes for summer, and they did the job perfectly. They are large and sturdy. I like its five-hook design. I can store five women's jackets or four big men's jackets in ONE bag. The long bags also fit my dresses. The biggest reason I bought these bags is that I do not need to fold my seasonal clothes; just hang, zip, vacuum, done! Super convenient. Extremely happy with these space bags. I will definitely order more!" —Jia Yan

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in four colors and three sizes).

Promising review: "I didn't know I was going to love this thing so much. I had too many products on my bathroom counter and this is a huge game-changer. The storage trays that come with it have little compartments that are perfect for organizing random-shaped makeup items or even lipsticks." —Measured Critique

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two styles). 

Promising review: "My child’s dorm didn’t have shelving in the closet. Used these to supplement. Super easy to pop up and very sturdy." —Suburbatory

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three colors). 

Promising reviews: "Perfect door organizer for my daughter's dorm room closet. Fits toiletries, laundry supplies, accessories...You name it." —Cynthia Fox

"This was a last-minute find for my daughter’s dorm, and it was the BEST purchase. It holds lots of stuff and is very sturdy. Very easy to hang, and it fits on her dorm closet door. Lightweight but sturdy enough to hold many items. Would highly recommend if not much storage. Price was also a highlight based on what we received." —Kim S.

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in three colors and 2-packs). 

One side has three pockets to keep silverware organized and one large pocket for plates. The other side has eight pockets of different sizes for all kinds of storage!

Promising review: "This is a must-have if you are looking for things for your soon-to-be college student. I didn’t know how much space it was really going to give her! Super inexpensive! One of my favorite purchases!" —Robert

Promising review: "These have been a game-changer for organizing my sink cabinet, incredibly handy, offering a practical solution to what used to be a cluttered mess under my sink. The design is well thought out, providing space for all my cleaning supplies, sponges, and other essentials. In terms of effectiveness, these sink organizers have exceeded my expectations. They maximize the use of available space and keep everything neatly arranged. The quality doesn't feel cheap, and they feel sturdy and durable." —EVE

Get a set of two from Amazon for $28.99 (also available individually). 

And unfortunately, it's not actually magic that is holding these books up; it's the stretchy elastic bands that work with paperback AND hardcover books. 

Promising review: "Absolutely love this! It saves space from having books on a table and looks so artistic. Very unique, and everyone comments when they see them. Highly recommend!" —Andrea L.

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five styles). 

Promising review: "Another review for college dorm items for those needing more storage and shelving options. Most dorms do not allow anything to be drilled or nailed into the walls, while this makes sense, it also makes placing items where they belong difficult. These storage baskets were incredibly easy to put up; they stuck extremely well to the walls, especially in a humid and wet area like a bathroom. The quality is great, and they work wonderfully for my daughter and her roommate. In the picture, you can see that the dorm bathroom walls are textured, which usually means nothing will stick well or at all. This item is the exception because it actually did stick to the textured wall and has stayed in place." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in 13 colors). 

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