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1. An ombré fleece throw, because this'll make your Ikea couch look put-together and adult-approved, even though we really just want it as a cuddle buddy while watching AHS alone.
2. A clear glass drinkware set that'll save you from yourself if you usually only use mugs. Your proud alumni mug will still be there when it's time for coffee, I promise.
3. A motion-activated LED night light so you don't wake your new roomie up by turning on hall lights every time you need to pee in the middle of the night — or go to the kitchen for some 4 a.m. brownies. That will remain a secret.
4. A Tasty non-stick bakeware set for having all the important tools you need when learning the art of cooking your own meals. One pan + frozen French fries = a very proud new adult.
5. An over-the-door shoe rack, because I'm going to take a wild guess and say you DON'T have a walk-in closet. But we do like to buy shoes and they can't go all over the floor. Plus! You can use it as extra storage if things start to pile up right away (they will).
6. A bed-in-a-bag set that'll make your room look immediately polished while you're still very much on a college student budget. It comes with everything you'll need: a comforter, sheets, pillow cases, and a decorate pillow! Behold: grownup bedding.
7. A protective toothbrush holder so you can actually maintain an organized, SANITARY lifestyle even if your roommate is messy, messy, messy. Their habits will *not* invade your precious mouth.
8. A cotton storage basket for neatly keeping anything from laundry to towels to just unsightly clutter from interfering with your decorating goals. This is the time we get rid of The Chair.
9. A storage shower curtain, because this'll be your saving grace for organization if you're now the proud new owner of a tiny standing shower. It has ~nine~ mesh pockets to keep everything from your loofah to shampoo off the floor.
10. And! A marble-print shower curtain with chic tassels to both add a touch of stylish decor to your bathroom and keep you from feeling too *exposed* if you don't love the idea of showering behind nothing but a clear design.
11. A set of stylish kitchen utensils that'll encourage you to cook your own meals now that you have all the right ~helpers~. Turns out you *can* eat eggs that aren't from the drive-thru.
12. A wooden square end table so you have a designated area for your remote, books, snacks, whatever, even if your living room is a bit cramped. This'll 100% beat balancing everything on your lap.
13. A quilted mattress pad for easily upgrading your bedding to how you like it at home without having to pay the *price*. This'll make your new bed so comfy, you may have trouble showing up to work...
14. A pair of hanging closet organizers, because the only way to make the most out of limited storage options (hello, one small closet) is to create space that previously didn't exist. Now your bras won't mysteriously disappear.
15. A set of non-stick cookware that'll convince you to just make some pasta and leave the takeout menu ALONE. You're on a budget now! Reward yourself with a pound of parmesan on top.
16. A floating shelf so you can prevent your thoughtful Pinterest-inspired decor from just looking like clutter. Free counter space = naturally clean-looking apartment.
17. A geometric shag area rug for greeting your tired feet with much-needed fluffy relief at the end of a long day. PLUS! It'll make your living room look a little more *upscale* and stifle your steps from getting too loud if you have hardwood floors. Believe me, the people downstairs will thank you.
18. A set of super soft cotton towels, because these'll bring hotel-level luxury right to your own tiny bathroom. Not to mention you'll stall a trip to the laundromat, thanks to buying these in bulk.
19. A two-piece Tasty strainer set that'll help you avoid making messes every single time you attempt your mom's lasagna recipe. The more efficient the process, the more likely you'll be to actually make your own food. Maybe this time you won't even need to call your mom.
20. A set of LED string lights with *handy* clips so you can easily decorate your room before you have time to give up and leave your walls bare. The best part? This won't leave a bunch of holes, like frames and paintings do.
21. A self-adhesive wall hook for never forgetting the most important thing of the day — your keys. Note: calling the locksmith is EXPENSIVE.
22. A velvet floor pillow, because offering extra seating is hard when on a budget and in a tiny living room. These'll let your guests comfortably pop a squat anywhere — and what room can't use an upgrade from some luxe velvet?
23. A powerful mini steamer that'll come to the rescue when you inevitably don't have an ironing board. You can't ship all your dry cleaning to your mom, so meet your new best friend.
24. A stainless steel flatware set so you don't spend the next year eating with plastic forks. Think of the TURTLES (and the constant expense).
25. A dark wood polish for undoing any surface scratches the minute they happen, aka you'll avoid dreaded charges from your good old landlord.
26. A chic metal floor lamp, because you're probably going to need a lot more light than what's naturally at your place — and this'll do just that *plus* offer much-need extra shelving.
27. A hanging rack organizer that'll offer a home for your hair dryer, brushes, skincare, WHATEVER when you realize you can't just shove everything under the sink. Your roommate beat you to it.
28. A spackle kit so you can fill in any holes you've made in the walls (aka when you inevitably hang up pictures) quickly and easily, and most importantly get that security deposit back.
29. A sleek toilet brush and holder for not only maintaining a clean toilet (a must), but keeping it disguised so your bathroom can stay as pretty as you'd like.
30. A three-tier shelf organizer, because this'll let you stack your dishes safely without the risk of breaking them. Plus, you only have so many cabinets — you need to make the most of them!
31. A set of Lysol wipes that'll ensure you always have something ~on hand~ to quickly take care of messes. Basically, these are the golden ticket to keeping a clean home with absolute minimal effort.
32. A step-on trash can so you can keep trash hidden and odors contained (thanks to its locked lid), which is pretty darn important when living in tight quarters. Repeat after me: I will not just use plastic bags.
33. A duo of geometric plant hangers for *freshening* up your home without really trying at all. AND caring for plants has been said to be therapeutic, which will be useful after .05 seconds of living in a city.
34. A set of non-slip, heavy-duty hangers to easily make your closet look put-together, as well as keep all your clothes off the floor. Let's start on the right foot, shall we?
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