Bedroom Design Ideas for Your Dorm Under $100

Adding a small area rug to your space doesn’t just give it colour, it cozies up the room. There are plenty of inexpensive options online to suit your style. This boho rug is great beside the bed or under the desk, keeping your feet warm first thing in the morning or while you work.

Boho Cotton Area Rug, Amazon, $23.

Throw pillows are a great way to add colour, texture and personality to any space, especially a dorm room. Choose a unique shape and fabric to make your space pop, such as this textured sun-shaped pillow, which comes in a variety of other fun shapes, too.

Mainstays 16″ x 16″ Sun-Shaped Decor Cushion, Walmart, $22.

String lights add instant mood and personality to a space, but these vine string lights are extra special in a dorm room. Hang them as a headboard or behind your desk to bring an instant outdoor feel to your space. The best part is you never have to water them.

Fake Vines for Room Decor With String Light, Amazon, $24.

A rolling storage cart is a dorm room staple, so why not grab more than one? It’s an easy way to add a touch of decor to any room while giving it extra function and storage. Plus, you can style yours however you want, with flowers, a cute pencil holder or a top layer doubling as a little coffee station.

RASKOG Utility Cart in White, IKEA, $50.

Grabbing soft and comfy bedding for your dorm room is a no-brainer. But how do you deal with an elevated bed with a bunch of open space underneath? Stash clothing bins, books, and other essentials in that space, then hide them with a cute bed skirt.

Dorm Twin Bed Skirt, Amazon, $67.

Whether you have a favourite artist, band or genre, displaying framed posters in your dorm room is a great way to show off your personality. It can also inspire conversations from those who pop in for a visit. Swifties can do that with these prints, which feature six of Taylor Swift’s album covers.

Taylor Swift Album Cover Posters (Set of 6), Amazon, $17.

Mirrors are a great way to reflect light and make a small room feel larger than it is. They’re also practical for when you’re getting ready or putting on makeup. You could hang a full-length mirror on the back of your door to maximize your small dorm space, too. Plus, this one comes in an arched shape with gold trim, so it’s fully on-trend for fall.

Full Length Arched Door Mirror in Gold, Walmart, $93.

Being away from home is liberating and fun, but it can also be lonely. Bringing along some key photos to remind you of loved ones is comforting, and those pictures can double up as decor. Grab a set of string frames like these, and you can easily clip an array of photos, postcards, or other artistic prints to ad your own personal touch.

Emfogo Wood Picture Frames, Amazon, $18.

Dorm room walls are pretty drab, but peel-and-stick wallpaper (or contact paper) is a genius solution. Use it to cover walls, desk surfaces or shelves to give them more personality and colour. There are tons of designs to choose from online at various price points. Go for something vibrant and flashy or basic and easy to decorate, like this beige design.

Beige Wood Contact Paper, Amazon, $30.

Another easy way to cover a standard dorm desk is with a personality-filled desk mat. These mats are pretty and thin but durable and useful because they double as a mousepad. The best part is you can grab one in several colours without breaking the bank.

Multifunctional Office Desk Pad, Amazon, $23.