Ashley Jernigan's Viral UGA Freshman Dorm Haul: The Complete List

My Freshman Daughter’s UGA Dorm Haul

Hi friends, Ashley Jernigan here! As some of you know, my daughter just started her freshman year at the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). When it came time for move-in, I couldn’t help myself — I went a little extra with her dorm haul. From comfort to organization, and yes, plenty of pink, we made sure she had everything she could possibly need (and then some!).

Here’s a full look at our Dorm Haul— 90 items that turned a plain dorm room into a cozy, stylish, and super functional space.

Bedding & Comfort

I wanted her bed to feel like home, so we layered in:

A Sleepyhead gel memory foam topper, Andency white comforter set, extra deep fitted sheets, and a Bedsure mattress pad.
A zippered mattress protector, non-slip mattress gripper, bed sheet straps, and a white bed skirt so everything stays neat.
Cute extras like scalloped pillow covers, down alternative inserts, and pink striped pillow covers.

Décor & Style

Because college girls deserve a little flair:

A Well Woven area rug, bouclé storage ottoman, and a full-length gold arch mirror.
Scalloped curtains hung with no-drill rod holders, tied back with magnetic curtain tiebacks.
Scalloped photo frames, magnetic fridge frames, and upsimples gallery frames to display memories.
Monogram pillow, bow wall hooks, and gold S hooks for those personalized touches.

Appliances & Electronics

Yes, I went all in:

A pink mini fridge with freezer and retro pink microwave for snacks and late-night ramen.
A cordless stick vacuum (because crumbs happen).
A Hatch Restore sunrise alarm clock and Bose SoundLink Flex speaker for mornings and music.
Tower surge protector, flat extension cord, tap lights, and vanity mirror with Bluetooth for convenience.
Apple AirTags with pink Airtag keychain holders so nothing gets lost.

Storage & Organization

Dorms are tiny, so storage was priority #1:

A DormCo desk bookshelf, 3-tier rolling cart, and large moving totes for space saving.
Scalloped wicker baskets, woven bins, plastic shower caddies, and storage baskets with handles for every corner.
Bedside shelves, bunk caddies, and over-the-door organizers for shoes, coats, and accessories.
Drying rack, paper towel holder, and over-door hooks to keep the basics tidy.

Bathroom & Everyday Essentials

No college student can survive without these:

Scalloped cotton hand towels, stone bath mat, shower shoes, and plastic shower caddies.
A medicine organizer, pill boxes, vitamin C gummies, and melatonin sleep gummies for health.
Laundry soap bars, Downy wrinkle releaser spray, Tide pens, and Arm & Hammer detergent sheets.
A portable heating pad, digital thermometer, and better blister bandages (because dorm life happens!).

Study & Desk Extras

Her desk had to be as functional as it was cute:

A ceramic table lamp, gold rechargeable table lamps, and a candle warmer lamp for lighting.
Makeup organizer, jewelry bags, and travel shoe bags for her vanity/dresser setup.
Desk mat cover, white tabletop, and paper clamps to keep study supplies in order.
Contact paper wallpaper and a smoothing tool kit to personalize the desk area.

Fun Extras (Because I’m Extra)

Some things weren’t strictly “essentials” — but made her space extra fun:

A pink tool set, mini rubber door stoppers, grocery tote on wheels, and hooks galore for little fixes.
A portable steamer, touch hand sanitizer sprays, waterboy recovery drink mixes, and AirTags for her busy lifestyle.
And of course, cozy little details like candle warmers, vanity mirrors, and decor hooks that make her dorm feel more like a first apartment.

This haul might look over the top — but I promise every single item has already proven useful. My daughter’s dorm room feels like a second home, not just a box on campus. If you’re preparing for college move-in, I hope this list gives you inspiration (and saves you a few late-night “Mom, I need this” texts).

👉 Shop the full list here: Ashley Jernigan’s Dorm Haul Storefront

Here’s to dorms that feel like home and cheering on the Dawgs every Saturday!

Full Product List

Here’s the complete dorm haul — all 90 items I ordered for my daughter, straight from my Amazon Storefront:

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