Easiest way to not get overwhelmed by dorm room essentials shopping is by picking a theme or aesthetic so you have something to start with. This post will help you find the best retro aesthetic dorm room ideas!
Retro Aesthetic Dorm Room Ideas: Dorm Decor
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Retro Mini Fridge
Trust me, you need a mini fridge. Late night cravings during exam szn is a thing and you don’t wanna be starving while cramming!
This Retro Mini Fridge is the perfect retro dorm room essential to buy if you are not sure about sticking to a particular aesthetic!
Retro Coasters
How cute are these Retro Coasters? Perfect way to spice up your dorm room aesthetic and make it look nicer.
More Retro Coasters
More Retro Coasters for you. You could use them as a decor piece in your dorm room for pen holders, etc.
Retro Rug
This Retro Rug is such a fun way to add color to an otherwise bland, prison cell looking dorm that you are initially assigned. Just saying.
Neon Coffee Sign
Neon Coffee Sign is one of those fun retro aesthetic dorm room ideas you can swap with the regular neon signs (moon, lightning bolt, etc.) to make your dorm much more put together and unique.
Neon Cherry Sign
If the Neon Coffee Sign is too much for your liking, this Neon Cherry Sign would be perfect for you! Really pretty red and green will give off those retro dorm vibes at night!
Retro Aesthetic Dorm Room Ideas: Desk Decor
Retro Clock
Retro clock! This is SO cool and an almost statement piece especially for a dorm room! It’s an alarm clock so not only does it tick off the retro aesthetic dorm room ideas box but also serves a purpose.
Vinyl Record Player
Frank Ocean and FKA Twigs would sound amazing on this retro vinyl record player. Just saying.
Desk Lamp
Instead of those boring target lamps that remind you of a science lab, get this Desk Lamp for your dorm room this year!
Kinda giving science lab but make it retro,
Retro Desk Fan
Depending on the state you’re moving to, a Retro Desk Fan would be a slay in your dorm room.
Pen Holder + Tape Dispenser
Hey, this is way too cool to let go. C’mon! A retro Pen Holder + Tape Dispenser that looks like a cassette?? Yes. Super functional as well.
Typewriter Style Pen Holder
Typewriter Style Pen Holder is a slay. Spacious and unique retro aesthetic dorm room ideas you need to get.
You could literally get this Typewriter Style Pen Holder and not bother to decorate the rest of your dorm.
Green Retro Coffee Mug
This Green Retro Coffee Mug is unique, cool and looks like something THAT girl would drink her matcha in.
Retro Aesthetic Dorm Room Ideas: Wall Decor
Circular Wall Shelf
Wall shelves are the easiest way to spice up your dorm room and make it feel like home. This Circular wall shelf has so much storage space and is a unique retro aesthetic dorm room essential.
Retro Coffee Artwork Print
Retro Coffee Artwork Print -ready to hang- is the best way to make your dorm room feel cozy and elegant. Especially if you are obsessed with coffee.
Retro Bar Wall Print
Retro Bar Wall Print is COOOOL. The pink, blue and orange will definitely add dimension to any dorm room. Also, prints are the easiest way to add pops of color in your dorm room!
Cowboy Theme Retro Poster
This Cowboy Theme Retro Poster is a unique piece of decor for your college dorm room if you like pinks and cowboy stuff??
California Summer Poster
To all the beach bums out there, this one’s for you! California Summer Poster is the perfect retro aesthetic college dorm room ideas you should copy. Easy and affordable.
Cat Wall Sign
Ok, this Cat Wall Sign has to be the coolest posters out of all of the above. Every cat lover would love this as a college dorm room gift as well!
Aliens Wall Sign
Aliens Wall Sign for those who book tattoo appointments more often than make plans with people!
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These were some of the best retro aesthetic dorm room ideas. What’s your favorite?
