Here you’ll find 25 of the cutest wall decorations for your college dorm.
College dorm room walls are normally made of cinder blocks and have nicks and scratches from the students who have stayed there before you.
To make your room look more inviting, put up some wall decorations that showcase your personal style. Here are 25 wall decorations that will make your room feel instantly more like home!
Tapestries
Tapestries are a great way to showcase your personal style. They come in a variety of options from boho prints to timeless minimalist designs. The main reasons why tapestries are number one on this list for incoming college freshman is that they are relatively cheap, and they take up a LOT of space. This means that tapestries truly give you the most bang for your buck. Here are four of my favorites!
Decorative Mirrors
One of the biggest trends in college dorms right now is a gallery wall showcasing pictures of your friends and family. Break up the photographs with a fun decorative mirror. Not only do decorative mirrors look adorable on your wall, they also serve a dual purpose of helping to make your room look larger.
In my freshman dorm, I actually turned two floor length mirrors horizontally and placed them on the wall behind my futon. This made my room look ten times bigger while also serving a fun decorative purpose.
I hung two of these horizontally, one over the other, under my lofted bed!
Fun Jewelry Organizers
One thing that happened to me when I came to college was that my jewelry collection seemed to multiply…and then disappear. Having good storage for your jewelry is a must. Hanging your jewelry on the wall is actually a great way to save space on your desk and make sure that everything is safe in one place!
10. Driftwood Jewelry Organizer
Neon Lights
One of my favorite trends right now is neon light wall decor. These statement pieces are not only SO much fun for college dorms and beyond. They also provide much needed ambient lighting to otherwise dark rooms. I love seeing these in Gallery walls, on stands on the top of desks and window sills. For more ideas on how to style neon in your college dorm, check out SimplifyingCollege on Pinterest!
Pennants & College Decor
A great way to show your school spirit is with a college pennant. College pennants have been super popular for years, but recently, I’ve seen so many girls using them as additional decorations for their gallery walls and college dorms. Lots of shops on Etsy and Amazon have started to make pennants that represent cities, quotes, states, and everything else under the sun. It’s a fun way to get a vintage flair into your dorm room!
16. Pennants
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17. City Flags
18. Vintage Championship Banner
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Macrame & Woven Hangings
Prints & Canvas
These are pretty self explanatory. Prints and canvas help show who you are as a person, as well providing a fun decorative twist to drab college walls!
Bulletin Boards
25. Hexagon Cork Boards
These are just 25 wall decorations for your college dorm. Any combination of these will make your dorm feel just like a home away from home!
Follow SimplifyingCollege on Pinterest for even more ideas about college dorm decor and wall art. For more information about what to bring to college, check out 20 Dorm Room Essentials for 2019.
