5 Dorm Decor Statement Pieces (DIY Optional)

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Despite their small size, dorm rooms are often difficult to decorate. It’s tough to fill those lackluster white walls when you face a “no nails” policy, “no outside furniture,” and countless other university-wide restrictions. A great way around a drab room starts with statement pieces. These can add a lot to your living space with minimal effort. Try any of the following lively pieces to transform your dorm into a place you’ll actually want to go.

  1. Marquee Letters and Light-up Signs

These are beautiful, easy-to-find statement pieces for your dorm. Don’t worry about hanging these, as most can stand on their own. Keep them on a shelf or on your desk for a fresh way to enhance the room. Use the first letter of your name, or if you’re looking to take up more wall space, spell out an entire word. It’s up to you! If you’re up for a project, you can even DIY.Save Engine TVC Mall Light Up Sign

Spell whatever you want with this cute and affordable light-up sign from TVC Mall!

  1. Unique Jewelry Displays

Maybe you have more necklaces than you know what to do with. From first hand experience, let me tell you the answer is not to throw them in a drawer where they get tangled and collect dust. Instead, show them off with a large jewelry display. Use jewelry trees, tiered jewelry holders, and anything else you can find to add personality to your dorm. What’s better, you’re more likely to wear all your jewelry when you see the options hung very neatly in front of you. Visit this page for DIY inspiration.

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  1. Patterned Cork Boards

These sweet pieces are both functional and adorable. Cover a cork board in your favorite patterned fabric or tape and add your own flare to an otherwise boring dorm. You can hang photos, memos, maps, jewelry, or leave the boards empty to serve as a statement on their own. Without nails, they grip to walls easily using adhesive strips.
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  1. Throw Pillows

Whether you put these on your bed or a sofa, statement pillows will brighten your day (and room). The small decorations that grab a lot of attention. Be creative in what you choose to purchase or make your own for a more personalized accent. Try a pop of color, an inspiring quote, a flashy pattern, or anything else that shows off who you are.

Save Engine TJ Maxx Throw Pillow

This watermelon throw pillow is a steal from TJ Maxx!

  1. Hanging Terrarium

Plants will give any dorm a more relaxed atmosphere–really! It’s scientifically proven that being around plants can lower blood pressure, increase attentiveness, and improve well-being. Talk about a multi-functional decor statement. You can purchase fake plants, potted plants, or (my personal favorite) the hanging terrarium. Use your green thumb and make your own from a mason jar!

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If you use any of these pieces in your dorm this fall, tweet a picture and tag us! We love to see students utilizing TUN’s many resources.

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