The 18 Best Dorm Essentials Currently on Sale at Amazon

Something about the pretty floral pattern on this collapsible hamper will make laundry day feel a little less like a chore, guaranteed.

Keep your favorite shampoos and beauty bottles neatly organized with a portable caddy. This one is great because it has drainage holes on the bottom, so you can bring it into the shower with you.

You may not be able to choose your bed frame or your mattress, but at least you can splash out (without really splurging) on buttery new sheets. This affordable set comes in a ton of colors and is made from soft microfiber.

Pick up a couple of these floor cushions to provide makeshift seating for guests. The tufted design makes them look way more expensive than they actually are.

Use this mobile organizer to corral the overflow of anything from beauty products to heavy textbooks. (Psst: When you move into your first apartment, it'll come in handy for extra pantry space.)

This petite bedside lamp—which has three brightness options you can dim to—is the stylish antidote to harsh overhead lighting.

Skip the early morning dining hall lines for a fresh cup of coffee in your own room, courtesy of this sleek machine that'll keep your brew warm for up to four hours.

Slip this adjustable shelf over your bed frame's ledge to add some much-needed surface area to a tiny space. It even has a mug holder for your tea or coffee.

With its instant printing and sleek silhouette (read: easy to stash in your teeny going-out bag), this Kodak camera is basically the Polaroid's grown-up cousin.

When scented candles are a no-go, try a diffuser instead. This one looks like a sculpture—it's made from ceramic—and can be coupled with your favorite essential oils.

Yes, this geometric-printed rug is an easy way to warm up your room with some pattern, but we love it for another feature: It's machine-washable, so you won't have to worry about spills.

Okay, so maybe you can't hide ugly walls behind wallpaper or a coat of paint, but you can use this assortment of different-sized frames to build a gallery wall.

Mini fridges are a dorm room staple, but as far as design goes, you can't beat the vintage charm of this sky blue one from Galanz—though it also comes in a few other shades, like cherry red, and mint green.

Listen, there's not much about a dorm shower that's great, but at least your towels can feel like a little luxury. This six-piece set covers everything from your washcloth to your bath towel and is made from 100% Turkish cotton.

Closet space is precious; make the most of every available surface with an over-the-door hanger for bulkier pieces like coats or laptop backpacks.

The possibilities are truly endless with this handy catch-all: Use the hooks for keys, tote bags, or even scarves, and take advantage of the long mesh compartment for housing your most-used essentials.

String these lantern lights along your closet or window frame for instant ambiance (and to bring some much-needed zen to a shared room).

For when you can't (or won't) make the trek to the library, this lightweight laptop desk lets you study wherever you are. It even has a slot for your phone.