If you’ve been to any big box store lately, you know it’s back to school season! The college merch is on the shelves, organization supplies are on sale, and dorm decor is abundant. Dorm rooms are among the most difficult rooms to decorate, and a cute dorm room is like a unicorn: rare and magical. But, good dorm room decor ideas do exist! Check out these 36 inspiring before and after snapshots of some seriously cute dorm rooms.
Before and After | Dorm Room Decor Ideas
(If you’re exploring these dorm room decor ideas on a desktop computer, the before images are on the left, and the after snapshots are on the right!)
The Sorry Girls
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Apartment Therapy
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The Sorry Girls
Target
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The Sorry Girls
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@katiewalker99 via Seventeen
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Before and After | Dorm Room Ideas for Guys
Well-designed dorms aren’t just for girls – boys want stylish rooms too! Check out these examples of dorm room ideas for guys.
HGTV Handmade/YouTube
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Whether you’re sending someone off to college, you’re headed to the dorms yourself, or you’re reminiscing about your formative years, hopefully these dorm room decor ideas inspired you!