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If you have any of these 36 things in your new uni room then you’re basic af
Turns out I’m incredibly basic x
It’s finally time to move to uni for the first time where you’ll get the chance to design your new room in halls. Whether you’re moving to uni for the very first time or returning for your second or third year, decorating your new room is a canon event that we all experience. It’s so fun and exciting being able to put your own stamp on your space making it cosy and aesthetic.
It’s important to be able to have a space that is yours, but you might find yourself falling into the trap of being absolutely basic. It’s not always a bad thing but let’s be real, if you have any of these 36 things in your new uni room then you are 100 per cent basic.
1. Fairy Lights above your bed
Some soft lighting never hurt anyone.
2. LED lights
To create a mood within your room.
3. A neon sign
For a funky vibe.
4. A cinema light up box
For those inspirational messages to get you through the year.
5. Alcohol bottles as decoration
What better way to make your shelves look trendy x
6. A salt lamp
Creates some ambiance to the room.
7. Candles
So you can add a bit more of that ambiance.
8. A wax burner
Because a candle just simply isn’t enough.
9. A houseplant
Let’s be honest, it won’t make it until the end of the year
10. Hanging vines on the wall
Never hurt to add some colour to the walls.
11. A photo collage on your wall
Something to make you feel at home.
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12. Polaroids around your mirror
More aesthetic than just regular photos.
13. Another photo collage, on your corkboard
Everyone needs motivation to make it through the year.
14. And more fairy lights around said cork board
Lighting is key x
15. Anything from IKEA
Basic but cheap.
16. The IKEA pot plant used as a pen holder
It’s just so aesthetic.
17. A cute planner sat on your desk
For all those organised girlies.
18. Matching stationary
Organised and aesthetic.
19. A full length mirror
For all those fit pics.
20. A dreamcatcher
Adding to the great vibes within the room.
21. A sherpa rug
something to warm your toes when you get out of bed x
22. An unnecessary amount of decorative pillows
You won’t even be able to get into the bed.
23. An insane amount of throws
To keep you warm during winter.
24. A teddy (or several) on your bed
For when you need some extra comfort x
25. A draw stuffed with Febreeze
A very basic and useful uni staple.
26. A dark ‘n’ light washing basket
You know exactly which one I’m talking about.
27. Decorative storage boxes
Who wants to look at a suitcase stuffed on top of your wardrobe all year?
28. A box full of fancy dress
You’ll need it more than you first realise.
29. A world map
It will, of course, make you look super cultured x
30. A patterned duvet set
Who wants a plain white duvet?
31. A fluffly dressing gown
Technically not decoration but everyone has one.
32. An oodie
Similar to a dressing gown but also very basic in its own right.
33. An unnecessary amount of shoes
A girl needs options!
34. A reusable Starbucks cup
For all your coffee cravings.
35. A shower caddy
For those who didn’t quite manage to snag an ensuite room.
36. A first aid kit
Essential but essentially basic.
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