Since you guys loved our last dorm post, we’re keeping the dorm content coming! With move-in season getting closer, we thought it would be fun to share some of Emmy’s honest takes on which dorm “essentials” are actually worth spending your money on and which ones you can probably skip. When it comes to dorm shopping, it’s easy to get caught up in all the trends, but after living in a dorm, Emmy learned what truly mattered. These are the items she genuinely used and loved throughout the year. We’ve linked some of her favorite dorm must-haves to help make your shopping a little easier, whether you’re moving in for the first time or helping someone else get ready for college!