Get her a gift to send her off. Something that will help transition better. Not sure what to buy? Get inspiration from this list of gift ideas for your college-bound daughter. Below you will find a list of unique gifts which are perfect for young women who are going to start their college life. There are dorm decor, electronics, school supplies, accessories and more. With these items, your girl will be able to start her new chapter in life on the right note.

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Send your daughter off to college with these useful gifts

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1. Dogeared Anchor Yourself Pendant Necklace

This pretty pendant necklace makes a great going to college gift for girls. Simple gold chain with a gold anchor that symbolizes hope and steadfastness. It looks chic and dainty. A meaningful necklace for girls embarking a new journey.

Dogeared Anchor Yourself Pendant Nautical Sea Necklace
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2. Chillin’ Pineapple Print Pajamas

She will need some good quality pajamas to lounge comfortably in the dorm room. This cute pineapple print pajama set will be her new favorite. Soft fabric, boxy style. Perfect for the college girls!

Chillin' Pineapple Print Pajamas
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3. Willow Tree Love of Learning Figurine

You can also get this Willow Tree figurine for the college-bound student. It is beautifully hand carved by Artist Susan Lordi. It makes a nice dorm room decoration.

Willow Tree Love of Learning Figurine
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4. Fujifilm Instax Mini 70

Popular instant film camera for her to capture the wonderful moments in college. Small, handy, and really fun to use! This camera instantly prints out credit-card-sized photos with rich colors.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 70 Instant Film Camera
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5. Storage Trunk

This set of two storage trunks will be useful for college use. They are stylish and functional. Two sizes to store clothes, books, food, handbags and more. She can stack them up and use it as a bedside table.

College Storage Trunk. Dorm room organization..
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6. Trinket Tray

Add a touch of glam to her desk with this gorgeous trinket tray perfect to keep jewelries and small school supplies. Features empowering quote in gold foil that reads “Hustle for the pretty things”.

Pink Ceramic Glam Trinket Tray with Inspirational Quotes. Off to college gift ideas.
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7. PARKER Sonnet Ballpoint Pen

This fine pen by Parker will serve as your daughter’s loyal companion in college and years to come. Timeless, elegant design. Coated in warm pink gold particles that capture light and subtly dressed with gleaming vertical finishing.

Rose Gold PARKER Sonnet Ballpoint Fine Pen
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8. Vera Bradley Tech Backpack

She will also need a good quality backpack for college. This Pink Swirls Tech Backpack by Vera Bradley is a fantastic choice. It has spacious compartments with padded cushion for laptop, side pockets for bottle, and the zip-down area on the front of bag includes ID window, card slot, zippered pockets, plus pen holders.

Vera Bradley Tech Backpack. School supplies for college.
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9. Vanity Desk Organizer

Practical organizer for your daughter’s dorm room. This clear plastic organizer is functional and good-looking. Features two drawers and two side compartments. It is great for storing makeup, skincare, jewelries, stationeries and more.

Vanity Desk Organizer. Room organization..
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10. Pineapple Floor Mat

Fill in some tropical fun to her room with this pineapple mat. Cute and colorful. Brighten up any space!

Pineapple Floor Mat. Dorm room ideas..
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11. Cool Pillow as Dorm Decor

Decorative pillows with inspirational quotes are fantastic dorm room decor for girls.

Sleep Less Read More Pillow. Dorm room decor.
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It's Better To Be Queen Pillow. Dorm decor.
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12. Cat Ear Headphones

Headphones are terrific gifts for college freshmen. She will surely adore this cat speaker headphones. Crisp music, powerful, versatile. Enjoy your music privately with the noise-canceling earcups or turn on the external speakers to share with friends.

Cat Ear Headphones
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Cat Ear Headphones
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13. Potted Pen Stand

Something green to make her dorm room looks more lively. A potted faux grass that can hold pens, pencils, notes and more.

Potted Pen Stand. Desk accessories.
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14. Cactus Desk Clutter

A fun way to organize your desk. You can pin stuff like memo and photo to the cactus plant and keep knick-knacks and tiny desk clutter in the terracotta pot.

Cute Cactus Desk Clutter. Desk accessories.
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15. But First Coffee Thermal Mug

Insulated tumbler with lid. Fun design, cool style. Perfect for the busy college girls to sip coffee while going to back to back classes.

But First Coffee Thermal Mug
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16. WRISTOLOGY Olivia Chunky Rose Gold Boyfriend Watch

Beautiful watch for her. Minimalist design, feminine style. Featuring rose gold case, white face embellished with crystal time index and pink leather strap. Matches well with any college outfit she has.

WRISTOLOGY Olivia Chunky Rose Gold Boyfriend Watch. College girls fashion.
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17. 3 in 1 Hair Styling Wand

Good skincare, makeup, hair styling tools are good off-to-college gifts for daughter. Help her to stay preppy with this 3 in 1 hair styling tool that combines curling wand, ceramic flat iron and hot brush straightener. Quick heating with adjustable temperature, lightweight, convenient.

 3 in 1 Hair Styling Wand
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18. EOS Berry Blossom and Coconut Milk Gift Set

Skincare set that includes body lotion, hand lotion and lip balm. Made from natural ingredients with moisturizing properties. Give you soft and smooth skin.

EOS Berry Blossom and Coconut Milk Gift Set
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And that wraps up our college student gift guide.

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