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21 Ways You Can Deck Out Your Dorm Room On A Freshman Budget

by Kaylin Pound
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Students are always trying to outdo each other.

Whether is competing for the highest GPA, snatching up art awards, becoming the football team's MVP or, you know, simply flexing the fact you have the coolest dorm room on campus, they want to be the best.

Remember when we introduced you to those college freshman from Ole Miss who managed to make their dorm room look like a luxurious five-star hotel?

Well, if that epic dorm room transformation inspired you to spruce up your own shitty space, you'll be glad to know designing an awesome dorm room isn't as hard as it may seem.

Sometimes all it takes is a couple eye-catching accents, some fairy lights and a little creativity to turn your pitiful dorm into a Pinterest-worthy palace.

If you're in need of some serious style inspo, don't worry because we have you covered.

We recently set out to find a bunch of dazzling dorm rooms that are guaranteed to give you a lesson on dope interior design.

Check out the pictures below to see some simple ways to make your dorm room really stand out this semester:

 You can keep it simple...

And deck your dorm out in neutral colors...

...or add a pop of color with some aqua accents.

You can turn your wall into an captivating collage...

Or fasten photos to some fairy lights...

...to create an enchanting DIY picture display.

You can mark your territory with a monogramed sign...

Make your posters look polished with some inexpensive frames...

Add some polka dot decals to your decor...

Illuminate your wall art with some sparkling string lights...

...or add some decorative accents to your dorm that remind you of home.

You can't go wrong with a few fun pillows...

...and some gilded accents are guaranteed to make your room look gorgeous.

You can use a sheet to turn your ugly micro fridge into a makeshift nightstand...

Create a cozy reading corner with some pillows...

Step up your dorm style with some furry footstools...

Transform your dull walls with an eye-catching tapestry...

Glam up your workspace with some tassel garland...

Make your bed look fancy with some budget-friendly headboards...

Ditch your boring jewelry box for a dazzling bulletin board display...

...or opt for a monochromatic color scheme that's out of this world.