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  • Decluttering

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    Have you ever thought about what your ideal home would look and feel like? What activities you would do? Can you do those activities now and does your home feel that way now? If it doesn’t, may I suggest decluttering. When you first start decluttering, often it can be because you’re feeling overwhelmed by something…

  • Clothes

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    You’ll be choosing a wardrobe for an entire year and it all has to fit into a tiny space. That’s a challenge! To start, what will you be attending – mostly classes and sports/activities, then parties, and maybe some networking. If I were doing it all over again, here’s what I would do. – Basics…

  • Storage

    Storage

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    I’m going to be honest. Whatever space you think you’ll have, half or third it. Lower your expectations. There’s a reason there’s a college outfit – sweatshirt, sweats, and athletic shoes. You’ll be walking a lot, attending a lot of classes in uncomfortable chairs/desks, and partying a lot. Don’t bring what you don’t need, and…

  • Bathrooms supplies

    Bathrooms supplies

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    What to bring to the bathrooms? You’ll need to consider that everything you bring will probably be stored in your tiny dorm, so try to avoid containers that can accumulate water (mesh is great!) and potentially mold. Try to visualize yourself walking down a hallway carrying it, your towel, sopping wet hair, and your door…

  • Laundry

    Laundry

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    Laundry, the weekly chore that is somehow never ending, especially when you have to lug your laundry around. However, I hope that this list can be the definitive college edition laundry list for you. I think it’s practical, affordable,and follows the motto minimizing while maximizing.  Before I dive into my recommendations, I’d like to tell…