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Fall is in the air!

And you know what that means - a brand new college semester. My favorite part of starting a new semester?

Decorating!

If you’re looking to add some fall cheer to your college dorm, you’re in the right place.

Today, I’m sharing 21 adorable fall dorm decor ideas.

These fall dorm decor ideas are ones that are easy, inexpensive, and don’t take up a lot of space (a decor must for dorm living).

I’m sharing ideas for lighting, bedding, wall art, desk decor, and even ways to personalize your tech - all in the spirit of fall.

So get in the mood for pumpkin spice and everything nice, because here’s how to decorate your college dorm for fall!

21 Fall Dorm Decor Ideas

#1: Throw Pillows

A super easy way you can add some fall vibes to your room is to add some cute throw pillows to your bed.

Look for pillows that come in fall colors like orange, burgundy, and brown and try using a variety of shapes and sizes.

I love fall pillows that come in unique shapes like pumpkins or leaves.

They’re such a fun way to decorate!

#2: Orange Fairy Lights

Fairy lights are a dorm decor must have!

What better way to make your lights extra unique than to decorate using a super pretty orange string like this one?

Some places you can put your fairy lights include over your window, along your walls, desk, and headboard if you have one.

I used this putty from Amazon to hang up my lights in a way that wouldn’t damage the wall, and had great results!

#3: Aesthetic Fall Photo Collage

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I’ve been seeing aesthetic photo collages everywhere recently and absolutely love them!

They’re so pretty and such a great way to add some fall vibes to your dorm.

You can hang the pictures up any way you like, too, which makes the decorating process extra fun.

So many ways to decorate with these!

Hang them up on a cork board, on a fairy light string across your wall, or on your wall as a collage using putty.

#4: Fall Door Hanging

Decorating your dorm for fall doesn’t only have to be about decorating the inside!

To make entering and exiting your dorm a little more special, decorate your door using a friendly fall themed welcome sign like this one.

#5: Fall Boho Style

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Next in my list of fall dorm decor:

Combine fall with boho decor for a super aesthetic dorm decor style everyone will admire.

Look for pieces that use fall colors like light pink, orange, maroon, brown, off-white, green etc.

Also be on the look out for textures like macrame, pom-poms, tassels, and braids.

The two decor pieces in the photo above are perfect examples and will look beautiful along a wall or hanging above a window.

#6: Throw Blanket

Fall is the ultimate cozy season and nothing says cozy like a comfy throw blanket.

For another really easy way to instantly give your dorm some fall vibes, find a cute, textured throw blanket in orange, maroon, burgundy, mustard yellow, or another fall themed color.

You can drape it across your bed or desk chair for some comfy vibes!

#7: Bed Runner

Want something a little less space consuming than a blanket but still easy to decorate with (and still cute looking)?

Bed runners like this one are the way to go!

You can also achieve this look by just folding a regular throw blanket and displaying it like in the photo.

#8: Phone & Computer Wallpapers/Icons

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Something you might not have thought of is decorating your screens for fall.

For your desktop or laptop, you can completely revamp your interface for fall down to the last detail - folders, icons, screensavers, backgrounds, and more using downloadable bundles.

There’s a ton to choose from on Etsy! This boho fall themed one and this rustic fall themed one happen to be my favorites.

You can also do the same for your phone, too!

#9: Fall Desk/Shelf Sign

A cute way to decorate your desk or shelf space is by using fun little fall signs like these.

Signs like these are fun to stick somewhere you have an extra space to fill and always bring some extra cheer, especially coffee themed ones like these!

#10: Neon Signs

If you love using light up decor like fairy lights, try complimenting them with some neon signs.

This mini pumpkin sign from Amazon is so cute, and there are also options for a witch hat and candy if you’re looking for Halloween specific decor.

Try hanging these in your window for an extra cool vibe!

#11: Orange Mini Rug

Another way to add some cozy fall vibes to your college dorm room is by using a soft rug like this one.

Wavy, asymmetrical rugs and mirrors have been super trendy lately, and I’m loving the stylish, contemporary look they have.

This small, wavy orange rug will look adorable under your desk or next to your bed and makes the perfect fall decor accessory in your dorm.

#12: Fall Tree Lamp

I saw this and thought it was too pretty not to include!

If you happen to have a good spot for this, a light up fall tree lamp makes a beautiful addition to your fall dorm decor.

Or, use it as inspiration for other fall themed lighting ideas for your dorm.

#13: Wood Tones

This space features plenty of burnt orange and warm wood tones to get a rustic feel that’s gorgeous for fall.

I’m loving the touch of the shiplap wall behind the bed, too!

My other favorite decor element is the monogrammed wall sign above the bed. Such a cute way to personalize your space!

#14: More Cozy Throws

This idea serves as some beautiful inspiration for adding cozy vibes to your fall dorm decor.

You can never go wrong with some cute orange and rust tones. Adding some white and cream hues help to brighten the space and provide an aesthetically pleasing contrast.

#15: Vivid Fall Colors

I love this next space and the beautiful pops of vivid autumn tones sprinkled throughout it.

This is a perfect example of bringing an earthy feel to your space without using the color green.

This room uses lots of natural imagery like butterflies, moons, stars, and floral patterns to get the job done!

#16: Ghost Pillows

I absolutely cannot get over how cute this fall pillow arrangement is!

If you love classic fall imagery like pumpkins, ghosts, and bats, this is definitely a stellar dorm to take inspiration from.

#17: String Lights

This fall dorm room has such a dreamy feel thanks to the tassels, soft textures, and light strands.

I also love the idea of incorporating sun inspired elements into your space, especially during fall and winter when you really it!

#18: Orange Florals

This dorm is such a cute and eclectic mix of fall inspiration. We’ve got some iconic fall decorations like pumpkins, leaves, and warm tones.

These contrast beautifully with the green of the vine strands, adding lots of visual intrigue to the space.

#19: Boho Style

If you’re looking for a more subtle approach to fall dorm decor, take a look at this next idea.

This is a gorgeous example of how you can incorporate a cozy fall feel in your space through the use of warm colors over more ‘literal’ autumn decor like pumpkins.

#20: Cutesy Orange

What a cheerful and homey little space this next idea is! I’m obsessed with the bed decor filled with cutesy things like fluffy polka dots, a plush cat pillow, and a sun patterned pillow.

#21: Classic Fall Decor

And finally, if you’ve been wanting that classic autumn vibe in your dorm, you’ll love this next idea.

It features plenty of iconic autumn decor like leaf garland, fall wreaths and florals, and pumpkin shaped decor.

I also love the addition of wicker storage baskets to match the earthy fall vibes!

Outro & Closing Thoughts

That bring me to the end of this post on fall dorm decor ideas.

I hope you found the perfect decor inspiration and some cute finds to add some fall cheer to your dorm!

Thanks for reading my post “Fall Dorm Decor: 21 Cute & Easy Ways To Decorate Your College Dorm For Autumn.”

Happy fall and best of luck in school!

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