We've enrolled the absolutely awesome Meghan from fashion blog Lincoln Park Minute to give us some tips on how to personalize your dorm room - it's such a huge part of college life it's important to make your space somewhere you want to be! Take it away, Meghan... [blockquote quote="One of the most exciting parts of the college experience is having your own dorm room to decorate however you please. With this creative freedom, you might become too overwhelmed. Fortunately, I have some tips for you!" name="Meghan"]

1. Choose a focal point

Whether you opt for minimalism or a bright, preppy color scheme, it will help you brainstorm ideas. It can be anything from an image on Pinterest to an item you find in a store.

2. Find a fabulous duvet

This one at Urban Outfitters is one of my favorites. They have so many comforters to reflect a ton of different personalities. If you’re on a budget or don’t want to commit to a single pattern, you can buy duvet covers and inserts separately.

3. Create a gallery wall

From prints to framed pictures and magazine collages, your gallery can act as a mood board to inspire you each day and night. If you want something easier, seek out a unique poster like this one from Karmaloop.

4. Make your desk space stylish

A white magazine holder, desk organizer and calendar can brighten up your space. By staying neat, you can work much more focused.

5. Do it yourself

Crafts are the ultimate personalization for your room. You don’t have to consider yourself skillful. Thanks to Urban Outfitters, creating your own plant terrarium or zen garden is made simple.

6. Spice up your mini-fridge

If you’re a college student, you probably can’t survive without coffee. Put a Keurig, K cup holder and some cute mugs on top to form a mini coffee ‘stand.’

7. Organization can be cute and functional

This chest of drawers from Modcloth serves to store your things while also being visually appealing.

8. Jazz up your bathroom

Don't forget about your bathroom if you have a personal one! A standout shower curtain can act as the focus of attention. A fun cotton ball holder adds some charm!

9. Trinkets go a long way

No nightstand is complete without a jewelry dish or photo frame of your loved ones at home. Little things around your room can show your visitors small pieces of who you are.

10. Rug it up

Most dorm carpeting is old and made up of an unfortunate fabric. To cover it up, consider putting a focal point rug in the middle of the room like this solid color one. Above all, make sure your dorm room represents who you are. It’s your space and at the end of a day of long classes, it’ll be the place you decompress so why not make it comfortable and all about you?