As someone who has lived in apartments for the past 5 years these are the things I find essential especially as I go back to school!
Sections
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Organization
For the desk
In the bathroom
In the kitchen
Linens, Pillows, and Blankets
Cleaning
Organization
Easy to assemble and light weight! The taller one is great for additional storage too!
Bamboo Shoe Rack
Easy to assemble! Great for keeping more than just books organized
Bookshelves & Bookcases - IKEA US
Perfect for keeping everything organized! This corner one is perfect for utilising space and adding a pop of color!
Vanity Shelf
Can’t forget the hangers!
Clothes Hangers - Walmart.com
For the desk
I got one of these at my job and I love it! I am planning on getting one as a PhD student in my new apartment!
Desk Converters – VIVO - desk solutions, screen mounting, and more
Bluetooth keyboard and mouse! It makes working on a desktop screen so much easier. If it’s Bluetooth then there’s no wires either!
bluetooth keyboard and mouse
A cute folder organizer for the desk keeps everything neat!
File Folder Racks & Holders: Office Products
A great way to organize your desk! A desk hutch adds a lot of storage. They also come in so many different styles to match your aesthetic
Desk hutch
In the bathroom
Bath sheets are a must! They are larger than a normal towel
Bath Sheet
Over the toilet shelving is great especially when you don’t have a lot of room! They come in many styles with different amounts of storage
Bathroom shelving
In the kitchen
I love a good set so everything matches! And usually they come in multiple sizes so there’s a set for every budget
Cookware Sets
A must have for me at least
Dish Drying Rack
Matching plates and bowls! They are great for when friends visit and makes it look like you have your life together. And you don’t have to do dishes every time you want a snack
Dinnerware Sets
A silverware set for when people visit! And so there’s some clean spoons
Silverware Sets
Colorful drinking glasses! I prefer glass ones and having extras for friends.
Drinking Glasses
Great for frying! Also oven safe. I was recommended to use one anemia so a cast iron also may help with iron deficiency
Classic Cast Iron Skillet | Shop All Sizes Online
If you love braising meat or baking bread you’ll need a Dutch oven
Dutch Ovens Shop
For pizza lovers! A cast iron pan gets the crust so crispy!
Pizza pan
The perfect sized rice cooker! It works great for one person plus leftovers! Super easy to use! Also works for quinoa and other grains
Mini Rice Cooker | Perfect For Oatmeal Too - Dash
My favorite bowl set!
Certified International Set of 6 30oz Carnival All Purpose Bowls Blue
Linens, Pillows, and Blankets
Absolutely love the feel of linen!
Bed Threads: 100% Flax Linen Bed Sheets | Linen Duvets ...
Great pillows! I love them in the summer. It’s like always having the cool side of the pillow
UltraCool Pillow
Cleaning
Great cleaner and I love the smell. They have a product for every thing
The Pink Stuff
I swear they can clean anything
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Sponge, All Purpose Cleaner, Original
A must for cleaning
Swiffer
My go to vacuum! I’ve purchased this one twice (because I forgot it during my last move not because it needed to be replaced)
Vacuum Cleaners
Bits and Bobs
Things that I absolutely love but have no idea how to categorize
Great for privacy but still let in a lot of light!
rabbitgoo Rainbow Window Privacy Film
Perfect for indoors! They are softer than overhead lights. I love the colored ones for decoration too!
