Below is the complete list of what a 17 year old girl brought for her first year of university. Everything included was used and valuable, I would not recommend any additional items. This is an extremely personal list that will vary depending on the person and should not be taken too seriously. The items that I recommend buying after arrival will depend on the space you are given or may already be provided by your school. They may also not be airplane friendly. Of course, all items on this list could belong in either column. Please use at your own discretion and enjoy!
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| To Pack | To Buy After Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing | Jeans (2-3) | |
| Leggings (2-4) | ||
| Fleece Leggings for layers | ||
| Light Pants (1-2) | ||
| Workout Shorts | ||
| Swimsuit | ||
| PJ (4-5) | ||
| Bra (4) | ||
| Sports Bra (2) | ||
| Strapless Bra | ||
| Underwear (10-14) | ||
| Socks (10-12) | ||
| Zip-up fleece | ||
| Down jacket | ||
| Zip-up sweater | ||
| Waterproof shell | ||
| Winter jacket | ||
| Workout outfits | ||
| Regular/Going-out tops | ||
| 1 formal outfit | ||
| Dress (2-3) | ||
| Skirts | ||
| Shoes | Everyday shoes (2) | |
| Winter boots | ||
| Shower slides | ||
| Runners | ||
| Heels | ||
| Slippers | ||
| Bedding | Silk pillowcase | |
| Heated blanket | ||
| Soft light blanket | ||
| Duvet + Cover | ||
| Cotton sheet set | ||
| Flannel sheet set | ||
| Sleeping Pillow | ||
| Sitting/Throw pillow (1!) | ||
| Furniture | Collapsible shoe organizer that attaches to closet rod to create shelves in closet | Full length mirror |
| Vanity mirror | Tower fan!! | |
| Posters | Mini Fridge | |
| Pictures | Bedside Caddy (Foldable that can tuck under matteress) | |
| Decor (fake plants, lights) | Lots of small storage boxes and drawer dividers | |
| Books | Mattress Topper!! | |
| Rug | ||
| Hamper (rolling/collapsible/straps for laundry day) | ||
| Vacuum | ||
| Toiletries | Toothbrush/paste | Hairspray |
| Hairbrush + Comb | Heat protectant | |
| Flat Iron | Shaving Cream | |
| Hair elastics/bands/bobby pins | Shampoo/Conditioner | |
| Claw Clips | Body Wash + Moisturizer | |
| Deodorant | Shower Caddy | |
| Perfume | Dry Shampoo | |
| Makeup + Remover | ||
| Retainer + Cleaner | ||
| Floss | ||
| Nail polish + Remover | ||
| Nail Clippers/File, Tweezers, Small Scissors | ||
| Face moisturizer/skincare/cleanser | ||
| Razor | ||
| Feminine Hygiene Supplies | ||
| Facecloth (3) | ||
| Hand Towel | ||
| Full Towel (2) | ||
| Hair Dryer | ||
| Shower Cap | ||
| Robe for communal shower | ||
| Jewelry Storage | ||
| Q-tips | ||
| Miscellaneous | Laptop, Sleeve, Cable | Heating pack |
| Binder + File sleeve/folder | Rechargeable Batteries (2A, 3A) | |
| Lined paper | Trash Bags | |
| Pencil case | Granola Bars/Fruit | |
| Backpack | Hangers (30 felt, 10 plastic) | |
| Tote (2) | Laundry Detergent | |
| Purse (2) | Stain Remover | |
| Charging cables (phone, headphones, toothbrush, watch, earbuds, digital camera) | Kleenex | |
| Chai frother | Lysol Wipes | |
| Medication (Iron, Multi, C, Advil, Tylenol cold, Afterbite, bug spray, sunscreen, Aerius, Aloe, Polysporin, cough drops) | Bedside light | |
| Ethernet Cable | Dish Soap | |
| Extension cord (2) | ||
| Portable charger | ||
| Sunglasses (2) | ||
| Nexus, Passport, Care Card, Drivers License | ||
| Wallet- debit, credit, cash | ||
| Speaker | ||
| Diffuser + Oils | ||
| Gloves, Toque | ||
| Mug, To Go Cup, Thermos, Water Cups (2), Britta Water Bottle, Water Bottle | ||
| Tupperware | ||
| Reading Glasses | ||
| Scissors | ||
| Multipurpose tool- screwdriver, can opener, bottle opener | ||
| Sewing kit- safety pins*, measuring tape | ||
| Stapler, USB, Calculator, Hole Puncher | ||
| Planner | ||
| Eye Mask | ||
| Hand cream, Eye drops, Chapstick | ||
| Bandaids | ||
| Tide Pen | ||
| Flashlight | ||
| Ziplocs | ||
| Pencil Sharpener | ||
| Paper clips- large enough for food bags | ||
| Hand Sanitizer | ||
| Alarm Clock | ||
| Scotch tape | ||
| Painters Tape (for labelling and decor) | ||
| Poster Tack | ||
| Dryer balls/sheets | ||
| Vacuum seal bags (for packing) | ||
| Sleeping mat (store under mattress for guests) | ||
| Gum |
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