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Cute Comforters to Instantly Make Your Dorm Room Feel Like Home

By Jenna Sims
February 02, 2017
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Every Southern girl knows that once she has selected her college, the next stop is the dorm room. Finding the perfect dorm room décor, which begins with bedding, is extremely important to making a space feel like home. Since the bed will be the focal point of the room, it will determine the look and feel of your space. We've rounded up our favorite comforters to transform any bare dorm room into a cozy home away from home.

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Comforting Gray

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BUY IT: AmazonBasics Pinch Pleat Down-Alternative Comforter Bedding Set, $42.99; amazon.com

This comforter set will add personality to a room, while still keeping a neutral color scheme. It's also available in other neutrals like blush, cream, and beige. 

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Personal Touch

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BUY IT: Applique Monogrammed Duvet Set, $185; etsy.com

In our opinion, monograms are always a good idea. Choose the applique color and font for a custom duvet cover that's made just for you.

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Bold Pattern

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BUY IT: AmazonBasics 5-Piece Light-Weight Microfiber Comforter Set, $38.99; amazon.com

This trellis comforter set is complete with a fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillowcase, and sham so you'll have everything you need to outfit your new space. 

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All White

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BUY IT: Belle Comforter Set, $129.99; target.com

If you don't want to limit your color scheme with colorful bedding, white is the perfect canvas for patterned pillows and fun accessories.

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Bright and Beachy

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BUY IT: Lilly Pulitzer Orchid Reversible Quilt + Sham, $199; potterybarn.com

This beautiful quilt and sham set from Lilly Pulitzer will help you transform your dorm room into your own piece of paradise.

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Pretty in Paisley

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BUY IT: Paisley Blossom Comforter Set, $59.99; target.com

This modern farmhouse-style comforter and sham duo will set the scene for a relaxing dorm environment. Pair with natural wood accessories and faux greenery to complete the look. 

 

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Reversible Quilt

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BUY IT: Vera Bradley Blush Flowers Reversible Quilt, $159.99; bedbathandbeyond.com

Change up your bedding throughout the year with this quilt that offers two different looks in one, a colorful pattern on one side and solid blush color on the other. 

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Nautical Stripes

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BUY IT: Waffle Stripe Duvet Cover Set, $39.99; target.com

Classic blue and white bedding will never go out of style. It's fresh, clean, and has a touch of nautical whimsy. 

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Pretty Pastel

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BUY IT: The Emily & Meritt Gold Dot Quilt, $199; potterybarn.com

Pastel pink and gold polka dots, what more could a girl need? This chic bedding can go from the freshman dorm to the sorority house to an off-campus apartment. 

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Classic Polka Dots

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BUY IT: Tufted Dot Duvet Cover, $99; potterybarn.com

You can't go wrong with a classic polka dot pattern—or a black and white color scheme.

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Blue Beauty

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BUY IT: Marley Ruffle Comforter Set, $59.99; target.com

The calming blue color and cascading ruffles are the perfect duo. The set also comes with coordinating shams and decorative pillows.

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Fresh Floral

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BUT IT: The Emily & Meritt Bed of Roses Comforter, $129; pbteen.com

This bright and bold floral comforter will bring any boring dorm room to life instantly. 

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