Dorm room reorganizing is exciting, but let’s be real—it’s a tad unoriginal at first. Blank walls and boring furniture don’t exactly yell home, so bringing personality and warmth to the room is the way to go to make it feel homey. And one simple and inexpensive way to bring all of those elements into the room? Using this Dorm Room Ideas with String Lights.
String lights are not just for the winter. They can change any small college room into a warm and sophisticated retreat. Regardless of whether you’re in the mood for the warm, surreal light or the light, bohemian appearance, the ideas below will have you shining in no time.
1. String Lights Above Your Canopy
If your dorm room is okay with you, create a canopy above your bed and thread the fabric with string lights. This brings you the soothing warmth and serenity that will remind you of having one’s very own retreat. Complete the atmosphere by using warm whites as lighting that provides soothing light perfect for unwinding after an extended study.
2. Wrap LED String Lights around Your Desk
Your study area will be where you’re spending countless hours stuck between the pages of books, so why not make the area a little more homey? Line the area around the desk using LED string lights for the coziest study area. Use the white or yellow lights for a relaxing atmosphere or the color-changing LEDs depending on what mood you’re in.
3. Incorporate Photo Clip String Lights for Memories
Make your dorm room at school more homey by stringing up lights with photo clips. Hang up pictures of family, friends, pets, or even motivational sayings and clip them up. It’s simple and will add a touch to the room.
4. Suspend Twinkling Lights From Sheer Curtains
If you’re fortunate enough to have one in your residence hall room, make the most of it and combine sheer curtains and twinkle lights. It creates the most beautiful, airy light that makes the room look airy and fabulous. It’s also the perfect means for gaining the privacy and coziness you need in the evening.
5. Build a Lighted Headboard
Dorm bed mattresses are usually pretty basic, but you can take things further with yours by running lights along the headboard or creating a lighted headboard using command hooks. It’s a simple remedy for adding warmth and character to the area around the bed.
6. Draw Your Ceilings Out for Floating Glow
To give the room a modern and elegant look, string lights along the ceiling borders. It creates the illusion that light floats around the ceiling which makes the entire room spacious yet homey. Remote or battery-operated light bulbs would work well for this setup.
7. Design Your Own Graffiti-Like Wall Sign
Use flexible string LED lights to form words or symbols on the wall. Spell out the word “Dream” or “Relax” or make the fun word-shape “Heart” or the star. It produces a contemporary and creative atmosphere in the home without spending money on expensive neon lights.
8. Add Lights onto Your Mirror
A mirror in the dorm room is necessary, so you might as well make one big. String lights around the borders of the mirror provide additional light and personality. You’ll find that you use this most often when you’re getting dressed for class or hanging out with friends.
9. Braiding the Lights into a Tapestry
A tapestry is also great for decorating your college room, and the string lights provide that little extra. Thread the lights into the fabric for that homey, artsy appearance that instantly makes the room sophisticated.
10. Light Up Your Closet Space
Closet spaces within the rooms are generally dark and narrow. Put battery-operated string lights within the closet so that you have better vision when dressing up for early class lectures. It also brings about a cool and trendy feel within the room.
11. Build a Lighted Reading Alcove
If you have the most comfortable corner in the dorm room, make that into a reading spot by hanging lights around the beanbag or chair. You will have the perfect spot for reading late at night or just relaxing after long class days.
12. Wrap Lights Around Your Bed Frame
Another simple and modern way of giving your dorm room some depth is by hanging fairy lights along the edges of your bed. This gives a soft, warm glow that’s perfect for nighttime ambiance, especially if your dorm roommate likes sleeping with a soft light.
13. Highlight a Pegboard with String Lights
Pegboards are one great way to have small things like keys, post-it pads, and accessories organized. Their vintage appearance and the fun and decorative value in your room are added by the string lights that are built into the sides.
14. Turn Curtain String Lights into a Statement Wall
If you’re staring at a blank dorm wall, give it a refresh with curtain string lights draped down. It’s an amazing focal point, perfect for Instagram photo shoots and TikTok videos. Pair it with pillows and a rug for the best dorm vibe.
15. Combine String Lights and Greenery
Add that touch of nature into your bedroom by hanging string lights within fake vines or potted houseplants. It creates a soothing and relaxing atmosphere that makes the room cozier. It’s also one great way of bringing greenery without the work that goes into tending to them.
Last Thoughts
College life is pretty basic in the first place, but string lights are completely a lifesaver. If you want something cozy and warm, something trendy and a sassy statement, or just something useful light fixture-wise, these ideas make the dorm you.
And the one you’ll want to linger around for hours. Which of those would you do first? Tell us how you decorate your dorm with string lights!
