inspired design...back to school hipster...

For this week's inspired design I decided to do a dorm edition for all of you college students, like my husband, gearing up for a new semester. I am calling this design "the back to school hipster". The color palette is made up of soft pinks, blue, mint, yellow, and beige. The soft pastel tones of this palette help bring an instant cozy feel to the room and will brighten up even the drabbest of dorms.

The design is a mixture of vintage cool, and modern hipster. The result is a fun, and comfy room that will be the envy of every other girl on your hall.

patchwork quilt...$169.00
bicycle wall art...$135.00
mustache push pins...$3.30 (for pkg of 8)
we are young pillow...$20.00
yellow triangle pillow...$20.00
hipster glasses pillow set...$28.00
mint, over the door, vanity station...$89.00
mint, vintage style microwave...$749.00

The pink vintage mini fridge is an actual vintage piece, and therefore extremely difficult to find, but if you like this, I found another mini fridge that has a similar vintage feel. you can find it here in multiple colors, including light pink!

Also, the pink display/storage cubes shown on this design board are hard to find in America. I found these on Ebay. They are coming out of the UK, but can probably be shipped here for a little extra money. Or you could buy this set at target and paint them pink yourself!

Dorms are not always the easiest room to decorate. You have to be careful about what you hang and how you hang it, you can't paint, and you have to work with the furniture you are given. Here are some addition tips on how to make your dorm feel like home...

img. from: http://www.juxtapost.com

I love the idea of draping some fabric over your bed. Fabric is always an easy way to add softness to a room and help it feel more cozy. And this is a great idea because it can help provide a little more privacy if you are sharing your dorm with a roommate.

Another way to soften the room while adding a little bit of whimsy and fun is by hanging paper lanterns from the ceiling. These are light and easy to hang withr out causing any damage. Not to mention they are super cheap! you can often find these for $1 each! Hang several together in a cluster at varying heights to create a strong visual effect.

img. from: www.inarkansas.com

Wanting to add some more color to your space? read this article with 28 decorating tips to brighten up your rented home. It has several great ideas for adding color in a temporary way.

Have fun decorating your dorms, and I hope everyone has a great semester!

Is your dorm room creative and inspirational? Share it with me, and if I like it I just might feature it on my blog!