There are so many elements to consider when heading back to school: What are you going to study? Who are you going to meet? What are you going to wear? But one of the most overlooked considerations can also be the most fun. It’s crucial to think about how you’re going to furnish your dorm room or any other scholarly space. We’ve got you covered. From furnishings and accessories to cute companions and art, we’re taking the guesswork out of making your on-campus space into your personal space.
Ikea x Virgil Abloh MARKERAD EU Duvet Cover and 1 Pillowcase
We spend a third of our lives sleeping, and while most students are probably sleeping less than they should it’s still important to get your bed fitted right. This sheet set by Virgil Abloh and Ikea is probably the most hype sheet set ever made and strikes the perfect tone of self-care for the beginning of the school year. Plus, if you’re going to try to convince anyone to get between the sheets with you, there better be a stylish incentive to seal the deal.
Ikea x Virgil Abloh MARKERAD “TEMPORARY” Wall Clock
Time ticked by pretty slowly this summer while the world dealt with the pandemic and we all have to reshape our relationship with time to get back on a class schedule. This “TEMPORARY” Wall Clock from Virgil Abloh and Ikea is the perfect reminder that our most precious resource, time, is always escaping and no matter what you’re working on or stressing out about, everything is temporary. It’s an existential truism that can help keep your eye on the ball.
Supreme Bookends (Set of 2)
As the school year spins up to full speed, it’s time to crack the books. The syllabi demand new offerings of new and unwieldy stacks of books, so you’ve got to keep them organized. This set of bookends from Supreme dropped almost three years ago and has climbed up almost 400% in price premium over the last few years. Everyone loves a swaggy scholar and few products strike that balance as well as these shelf stabilizers.
Ikea x Virgil Abloh MARKERAD “Wet Grass” Rug
The worst part about living in a dorm isn’t the proximity to strangers or never being far from class, it’s the aesthetics. Concrete, laminate floor, faux wood furniture – dorms are drab and institutional. A bright rug can cut through the cookie-cutter construction, and this “WET GRASS” rug from the Virgil x Ikea MAKERAD collection is a bold splash of color that also brings a memory of nature to the great indoors.
Supreme Jar (Set of 2)
The busy life of a student makes it tough to keep track of all the details, especially if you’re spending what little free time you have up in the clouds. It can be difficult to weed through all your accessories and collective clutter, so it’s important to keep everything organized. If freshness is important to you, this set of jars from Supreme will keep anything you store inside them hermetically sealed, meaning that you’ll impress even your best buds.
Nintendo Switch Lite Turquoise
Redirecting negative energy and anxiety is one of the most effective ways to deal with stress, and the pocket portability of the Nintendo Switch Lite guarantees that your favorite games are always at your fingertips. Nintendo’s investment in collaborative play means that you can use your handheld gaming system to make new friends and spend quality time with those stuck at home. The variety of colors guarantees there’s a Switch to match your style.
KAWS Holiday Space Figure Set
Making a good impression is crucial during the first days of a new school year, and nothing brings the interior design flex like a trio of shiny new statuettes. This set of KAWS Holiday Space Figures popped on the market to great reception, and with the inclusion of Figures in black, gold, and silver there’s a proxy for every award you could earn. But you’re always getting gold in our eyes.
Daniel Arsham Crystal Relic 002 Nintendo Game Boy
If you’re looking for something a little more highbrow to furnish your dorm room, this Daniel Arsham Crystal Relic 002 is everything you want from a Game Boy (other than playability). The perfect blend of artistic flourish and nostalgia, an original and collectible Arsham piece for just over retail is a crystal clear flex for anyone regardless of major. Those studying Econ will be impressed by investment in art, Anthropology buffs can wax poetic on the evolution of social interaction in a video gaming world, and BFA students will love the craftsmanship. There’s something for everyone.
Funko Pop! Star Wars The Mandalorian The Child (Baby Yoda) Bobble-Head Figure #368
Nothing brings new friends together like comparing summer binge lists and memes. For those who caught up on Star Wars mythology over the summer, Funko Pop!’s Bobble-Head Figure #368 of The Child from The Mandalorian is sure to get the conversation rolling. Everyone loves Baby Yoda whether they’ve seen the show or not, making this cute-as-an-Ewok figure a total magnet for all the babes, hunks, and everyone else.
Kith x Looney Tunes Bugs Bunny Plush
Just over a month ago, your Saturday morning cartoon habit got together with your Saturday morning cop ritual to link and build. The Looney Tunes x Kith collection featured an overwhelming amount of product including this snuggleable Bugs Bunny Plush done up in that sophisticated drip. If you’re not quite ready to leave the stuffed animals at home (and who doesn’t want to show off their sensitive side?), this version of Bugs is fitted right for a college campus.
Kaws x Uniqlo x Peanuts Snoopy Plush
If the Bugs fully decked out in Kith is a little too grown-up for you, but you still need something to hug on to after long days in class and long nights on the co-ed floors, this Kaws x Uniqlo x Peanuts Snoopy Plush is big, soft, and squishy. The all-black coloring makes Snoopy subtle enough to disappear into the pillows without grabbing too much attention but offers all the comfort you’d ever need from a cozy companion.
Kaws Take Figure
It’s always better to give than to receive, but don’t tell this Kaws Take Figure of a Companion who’s taken a BFF, which is true in the official names of these characters but also just sounds really cute. The Take Figure comes in a myriad of colors, but we love this rich blue that will match a multitude of interior designs while standing out enough to act as the perfect conversation starter. This is a figure flex.
Kaws HOLIDAY JAPAN Vinyl Figure Black
It’s important to remember to relax. School is stressful whether you’re on campus or at home, and we all need reminders to take it easy. This HOLIDAY JAPAN Vinyl Figure from Kaws is just vibing and living its best life, with accents of gold to bring it to the next level. We should all take a page out of this dude’s book and match the chill.
Supreme Distorted Logo Skateboard Deck
One of our very favorite ways to dress up a wall is with skateboard decks. Supreme has set the bar with decks, but brands all over the industry have some amazing offerings. This Supreme Distorted Logo Skateboard Deck features the Box Logo we all know and love in a whole kaleidoscope of colors with just enough blur and visual noise to make it extra appealing. Plus, if you ever get sick of looking at it on your wall, just throw on some trucks, wheels, and grip tape and you’re ready to roll.
Supreme Camo Logo Skateboard Deck Snow Camo
A new season means new Supreme, and out of the trio of Camo Logo Skateboard Decks that just dropped we love the greyscale Snow color. You already know that greyscale is perfect for fitting into any room, plus if a skate deck is going to appreciate in value you’ve got to get in early to make sure your investment pays off. Without going all the way to the traditional Box Logo, this deck will show the love you have for the brand, and even though it’s camo, unlike John Cena, you won’t be able to miss it.
