This Alabama Dorm Room Went From Drab To Fab With A Pink & Preppy Makeover

Aug 24

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Let’s face it - the standard college dorm room is almost always ugly. Drab carpets, cinder block walls, and popcorn ceilings galore. But the good news is they don’t have to stay that way!

No matter the space you’re starting off with, there’s always a way to make your dorm look Pinterest-worthy. The best (and most fun) way to do that? A good old-fashioned makeover, of course.

At the University of Alabama, two girls did just that - taking their room from drab to fab with a dazzle of pink, some monogrammed pillows, and custom neon lights.

The result? A preppy dorm room that’s been totally transformed into the aesthetic and cozy home away from home all college students dream of.

The Transformation

Isn’t watching before and after footage so much fun? Here, we get a peek at what this dorm looked like pre-makeover.

The space looks like your everyday college dorm room when you first move in before everything’s been organized and decorated.

Post-makeover, we can see that this dorm is elevated with a warm, vibrant color palette of pink, red, and gold. Classic white furniture and bedding ties it all together while brightening up the space.

Both sides of the room have been styled with matching decor, giving this beautiful space a unified feel throughout.

How To Get The Look: Top Tips + Finds

Love this space and want to get the look in your dorm? Then keep these tips in mind during the decorating process:

#1: Use Lighting To Create Ambiance

Lighting is the key to creating the ultimate cozy dorm room. Never use the big light - instead, use soft lighting sources like lamps, string lights, and neon signs.

By the way, those adorable name signs above the beds are from Custom Neon. Definitely check them out if you’re looking to create completely original neon sign art for your dorm!

#2: White, Light, & Bright

Dorm rooms aren’t exactly known for having big windows with lots of sunlight streaming through. Luckily, using white is a super simple way to make your space feel bigger and brighter.

For this tip, pick white for things that take up lots of visual space in your room, like headboards, nightstands, bedding, and window curtains.

#3: Personalization

If you want your dorm to feel as unique and homey as possible, don’t skip out on personalized decorations. In this room, I’m loving the school-themed pillows, monogrammed pillows, and of course the custom neon name signs mentioned earlier.

All of these little details can help you feel right at home in your dorm - no matter if you’re a few minutes down the road or a connecting flight away.

Outro & Closing Thoughts

A huge thank you as always for reading! I hope this article left you feeling inspired and ready to decorate the aesthetic college dorm room of your dreams.

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