This Minimalist Store Is a College Student's Dream

This Minimalist Store Is a College Student's Dream

School is in full swing, and jelly pens and spiral notebooks are flying off the shelves in the dozens. However, heading back to college is an entirely different beast than grade school. Not only do you need writing utensils, you need like actual, real eating utensils. Interior decorating a space that is 1) tiny 2) not yours for longer than eight months, and 3) ugly is a real challenge. Sure, you could hang up fairy lights and Polaroids of your friends and call it a day, but not everyone wants their room to look like it was pulled out of a John Green movie set.

Enter MUJI. This minimalist store is full of the basics every dorm dweller needs without sacrificing quality for price. From stackable storage units and a stapler to a colander, this Japanese company has mastered the clean, simple, utilitarian vibe that will make your space look organized no matter how much of a mess your life may be.

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These [PP Case] 6 Drawers ($54) are perfect for desk organization.

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Store anything and everything in this modern [Acrylic Storage] 3 Drawers ($40) set.

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This navy Side Zipper Pocket Backpack ($39) is a classic.

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If you're fortunate enough to have a bathroom, this Cotton Linen Bath Mat ($36) will keep things looking minimalist.

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Keep your essentials in this Canvas Pen Case Square ($11).

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Place this Antibacterial Polyester Bed Pad with Elastic ($74) over the mattress at the dorm to keep things clean on the borrowed bed.

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The Feather Duvet One-Layer SD ($290) is simple, comfortable, and functional.

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Use this Stainless Steel Bowl ($13) for storage or for, you know, actual cooking.

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Make this Silicone Cooking Spoon ($12) part of your student's basic kitchen tool set.

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This simple Bone China Deep Dish ($12) bowl is perfect for small spaces.

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Quick and healthy breakfasts are made with this fashion-forward Juicer Mixer with Mill ($55).

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The Desk Broom Set with Dustpan ($5) is small enough to fit on your desk and stylish enough to be seen there.

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Textbooks will never be lost if they are kept in this [Polyester Cotton Linen] Square Soft Box S ($17).

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Always see what you're packing with this Nylon Mesh Document Case ($9).

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Sleep comfortably with this Organic Cotton Jersey Fitted Sheet ($42) which comes in brown, dark blue, light gray, beige, and light beige.

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It's a Stainless Fork ($2). Everyone needs one.

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Mom isn't there to do your laundry, but this Garment Bag for Laundry ($20) will make it a little easier and fun.

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This Pile Hair Turban Slim Blue Stripe ($6) is perfect for washing your face in the morning and takes up next to no room in your bathroom caddy.

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Save space with this innovative Aluminum Square Hanger ($28, originally $55).

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Save major space with this Hanging Storage Pocket with Zipper ($39).

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Quickly boil water for tea, coffee, pasta and more with this Stainless Kettle ($53).

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You can buy a single Stainless Dessert Knife ($4) making a set for one.

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This [Acrylic Storage] 2 Drawers L With Lid ($30) opens at the top and is perfect for keeping jewelry and other accessories.

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This PP Make Box ($4, originally $5) holds everything from makeup to hair products, and it comes in a variety of sizes.

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You can store pretty much anything in this clear Soda Glass Airtight Container ($10).

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This Aluminum Tray Mirror ($25) works double duty as a place to lay daily jewelry and do makeup.

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This PP Make Tray Mirror ($11, originally $13) is perfect for laying out your jewelry and doubles as a mirror, too.

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Morning coffee has never been so simply stylish as with this Beige Porcelain Cup ($5).

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Jot down your notes in this slim Recycled Paper Bind Notebook ($1).

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Every college students needs this Stainless Steel Can Opener ($6), which doubles as a bottle opener . . . not that it's going to be used for that.

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The perfect Feather Pillow ($20) to lay your head down on at night.

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This Stainless Aluminum Milkpan ($52) can be used to cook just about anything . . . namely Kraft mac and cheese.

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Organize your handouts and flyers in this clear Acrylic Rack ($15).

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You'll be glad you bought this Screwdriver Set ($9).

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Keep your feet toasty in these striped Cotton Jersey Soft Slippers ($5, originally $10).

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For late-night cereal cravings, this Stainless Table Spoon ($5) will come in handy.

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The [PP File Box] 6 Drawers Desk Case ($30) is perfect for makeup storage or pens and other supplies and can be stacked however fits you best.

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This stapler ($9) doesn't have staples, but it's so cool it's worth it.

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Fill the decorative and practical, Stainless Steel Mesh Basket ($20) with fruit or use it to rinse and strain food.

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The ultimate makeup storage, the clear [Acrylic Storage] 5 Drawers ($38) make for easy finding and organizing.

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The muted colors on this Tooth Brush Fine Bristles 4 Color Set ($15) are stylish and low-key.

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This Body Wash Towel with Case ($6) is perfect for taking to a communal bathroom.

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Take your smoothies and soups on the go with this Stainless Steel Heat & Cold Retaining Mug ($28).

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This Acrylic Water Pot ($12) has a tea steeper built in, and can be stored vertically or horizontally.

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A staple in any kitchen, this Stainless Whisk ($9) can last through a student's college career and beyond.

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