The Insider: 6 tips for chic dorm decor

Move-in day on the uptown campus is a rite of passage for college newbies and a chance for experienced residence-hall dwellers to up the style ante of their temporary living quarters.The following tips will serve as inspiration to make your living space as comfortable as possible.

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#1 Search Pinterest

There is so much inspiration there, including organizing ideas and color schemes. Start with these Tulane pages here and here.

#2 Be crafty

Nothing makes a room feel like your own more than decorating with things you"ve created. Collages, removable wall decals and painted picture frames are a few options.

#3 Collaborate with your roommate

Identical comforters may be too matchy, but sticking to one family of colors will make the room feel more whole.

#4 Get an area rug

A cool rug can easily become a focal point for the entire room. Unless, of course, you prefer to walk on a cold, tile floor.

#5 Visit Dormify

Besides the company"s cute back story (it"s a mother-daughter team), their blog offers trends and hacks to make your room look great and feel twice as large.

#6 Store everything

Purchase containers and storage boxes in different sizes to ensure that everything has a place. Organization is key to keeping a small space from feeling cluttered.