Cute Paisley Dorm Room Bedding

The dorm environment can be a lot of fun, but old dorm rooms can be a bit drab. This is an opportunity to express your creative talent and interest, though, and one of the most visible elements of dorm room decor is your bedding. You can make it as funky or cute as you want, and there are plenty of styles to consider. Paisley designs are often pretty, sometimes feminine and sometimes wild. There are various ways you can use paisley bedding to create a tasteful decorative setting. Following are some tips and some choices to consider as you look for cute paisley dorm room bedding for your college setting.

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It's more than decor...

You may be thinking more about your room, your belongings and recreation options than classes, but planning well is important for creating a positive environment for the semester. Your goal in attending school is probably to work toward a degree and a future career. Don't let decorating and socializing be overly distracting. Create a room that is friendly, fun but conducive to your studies. Make it a point to start the year with a sense of organization. Bedding is important. Organizational tools like calendars, file folders, school supplies and pencil holders can be just as important.

Plan ahead for the times when school supplies aren't on sale at the store. July and August are optimum times to get the best deals on your bedding, school supplies and appliances. January isn't a good time as prices will be up. Try to avoid having to buy at the campus bookstore as prices are going to be higher in this environment. If your campus sells logo gear, you might want to select some pieces, but you don't have to go overboard on money to show your school spirit.

If you are looking for a comprehensive set, then a bed in a bag option is ideal. Cover the bases without missing small things like pillow cases. A matched bedding set can make your dorm room feel a little more cohesive, helpful in feeling at home and appreciative of the decor.

Many colleges consider putting together bedding packages for incoming students. Be aware that this can be a fun option and save on transport space. However, it can also limit your choices. I find that the college bedding sets offered by my daughter's school are a little on the pricey side in spite of the fact that they are advertised as a money-saving option.

I love the trendy chocolate and pink, teal or purple variations, and they have been worked into a huge number of home and fashion areas. Selected it for my own bedding decor in chocolate and aqua.

This is a refreshing option, bright and cheerful. If you will be attending college in a town that experiences a lot of gloomy days, this is a simple way to keep your room bright and cheerful. You may want a reversible comforter or complementing blankets and throws for adding different decorative accents to your living space from time to time.

The pink and green combination shown here is another contemporary but feminine choice that can help make your room more cheerful. Your bedding is the most prominent piece of decor in your space, and while your shared room involves two of you working together to make the space pleasing, you can define your area with your color interests.

Options are always changing, and while paisleys are pretty and cute, the specific designs come and go. Featured here are some of the latest and most current choices at Amazon.

One of the biggest challenges in decorating a dorm room is avoiding damages. Nail holes can lead to assessments at the end of the year, and if you don't want those extra surprise charges, wall decals are a great choice for adding a personal touch.

Carry the paisley theme through in your room, on your door, in your suite or even further with fun wall decals. If you are an RA, think about how you can use such decals in creating your dorm greetings, name tags or informational cues.