Courtesy of BravoBefore Gia Guidice was living it up in New York City on Next Generation NYC, the Bravo star was just a Jersey girl getting through college.
On Amazon Live, she revealed the dorm essentials that made her college experience smoother—and that she recommended to her younger sisters Milania and Gabriella before they arrived on campus.
- Gia’s “1,000% Necessary” Dorm Pick: Nobligoal Shower Caddy
- Gia’s Lifesaving Hack: Gotega Hair Catcher Shower Drain Covers 5 Pack
- Gia’s Small Space Storage Solution: B Fsobeiialeo Storage Ottoman Cube
Her no-nonsense finds include basics like a shower caddy she swears is “1,000% necessary,” and the headphones that she “could not live without.” But they also include helpful hacks like smart storage solutions for small spaces and the hair-catching drain cover she says is a “lifesaver if you’re living in a house with a bunch of girls.”
Heading back to campus? You’ll be happy you added these Gia Gia Giudice-approved dorm must-haves to your packing list.
Nobligoal Shower Caddy
“If you are a freshman and you are living in the dorms, a shower caddy is 1,000% necessary.”
Tips from Gia: “You need something to transport your shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The shower caddy is honestly just the easiest way to do it.”
There are 2 colors to choose from.
Gotega Hair Catcher Shower Drain Covers 5 Pack
“If you are living in a house with a bunch of girls, this is going to be your lifesaver.”
More from Gia: “I don’t know about you guys, but when I wash my hair, I feel like clumps of hair come out of my head. This would definitely be convenient.”
Shoppers Agree: These hair stoppers have 65,500+ 5-star Amazon reviews.
Cozyarea Shower Shoes
“These are 100% necessary unless you literally want to grow a foot fungus in the dorm bathrooms.”
Robe Direct Women’s Terry Cloth Spa and Bath Towel Wrap
“These are so easy and super nice to have on while you’re getting ready. This terry cloth is super soft. “
Tips from Gia: “These are so convenient. I would wear one of these all the time as I was going back and forth from the bathroom to my dorm room.”
Shoppers Agree: Gia’s towel wrap has 2,000+ 5-star Amazon reviews.
There are three color options.
Bespilow Extra Large Reading & Gaming Pillow with Coaster
“You can use this in your bed, put your laptop on it and do work. This is another easy, comfortable way to get your work done.”
More from Gia: “This is super comfortable. It almost gives a Tempur-Pedic vibe.”
B Fsobeiialeo Storage Ottoman Cube
“This storage ottoman is so cute. This one is super convenient.”
Tips from Gia: “You could put some shoes in here. When you’re in a dorm room, you don’t have a lot of storage for your shoes.”
There are two colors.
GC Genicook Glass Food Storage Containers with Glass Lids
“These food storage containers are so good. They have a little sealed lock.”
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
“In college, I could not live without my headphones. I would wear them to class and to the gym.”
Tips from Gia: “If I was studying and trying to block out some noise, these are amazing.”
There are 5 colors to choose from.
APEXCHASER Small Ironing Board Tabletop
“This is great, especially while living in the dorms because you have minimal room.”
Tips from Gia: “You can keep this under your bed. It’s super easy to use. It’s super helpful. You definitely need an ironing board with a little portable iron and a steamer.”
XISOGUU Retro Wireless Keyboard & Mouse
“I would say this is easy if you like to type away from your actual laptop.”
This wireless keyboard and mouse set comes in three colors.
Frigidaire AMZ Retro Mini Refrigerator
“I realized a lot of dorm rooms don’t have mini fridges. If you don’t have one, it is 100% necessary.”
Tips from Gia: “If you don’t have this for your dorm room, it’s still great to have for your house because sometimes your housemates can be stingy and steal your stuff.”
Shoppers Agree: This mini fridge has 2,700+ 5-star Amazon reviews.
There are 6 colors to choose from.
GlossyEnd Dorm and Office Double Over the Fridge Caddy Organizer
“This storage slip is magnetic and attaches right onto the fridge. You can put little snacks in here.”
Tips From Gia: “It takes up minimal space and you can store a lot.”
Huusmot 6-Pack Pastel Storage Crates
“You can put some pens or pencils inside of these.”
There are three sizes to choose from.
Topwit Hot Pot Electric with Steamer
“I’ve seen so many TikToks of people sitting in their dorm rooms cooking filet mignon and steaks. I am blown away by the creativity.”
Shoppers Agree: Gia’s culinary find has 3,200+ 5-star Amazon reviews.
This also comes in black.
Leclstar Fairy String Lights with 50 Clear Clips for Hanging Pictures
“These are super cute. A lot of people decorate their dorm rooms with these.”
More from Gia: “They come with little clips. I would personally buy these.”
Shoppers Agree: Gia’s string lights have 9,000+ 5-star Amazon reviews.
Joyroom 6 Pack Magnetic Cable Clips
“These little magnetic clips are so cool. I sent these to Milania [Giudice] to get for college this year.”
More from Gia: “You don’t have access to hot water in your dorm room, unless you heat it up in the microwave. It’s portable and doesn’t take up a lot of room.”
Shoppers Agree: Gia’s tea kettle has 59,500+ 5-star Amazon reviews. There are five colors to choose from.
Ninja BC151CR Blast Portable Blender
“It’s super small and it’s really convenient if you are into smoothies or shakes, especially if you’re a gym girlie and you like making protein shakes.”
Shoppers Agree: Gia’s portable blender has 10,000+ 5-star Amazon reviews. There are 7 colorways.
Jphyll Mattress Vacuum
“If you like to snack at night and you’re nervous you got some crumbs in your bed, this is great.”
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