Decorating Ideas for Bedrooms for Guys in College

Old-World Classic

• The image of a historic university, with dark wood paneling, dim lighting and Gothic architecture gives off a naturally masculine vibe. Bring an old-world classic style into your college bedroom by emulating this type of decorating. While you probably can't have wood paneling, opt for painting your bedroom walls in a dark, classic color, such as deep crimson, forest green or navy blue. Choose bedding in a complementary dark color. Look for low-cost furniture if you're on a budget, and paint it dark brown if necessary.

Eclectic

• College may be the one time in your life as an adult where it's acceptable to go with a truly eclectic and out-there decorating style. The best part about this style is that it's low-cost. Head to a thrift store and pick random pieces of furniture and accessories. Look for at least one piece with character that stands out, whether it's a goofy leg lamp or a ridiculous antique ceramic piece. Hang totally random stuff on your bedroom walls that you can get for free, like old political signs from local candidates or handbills from campus events. Change things up whenever you feel like it, for some variety.

School-Themed

• A classic bedroom decorating style for any guy in college is a school-themed room. This is one way to show that you're a big fan of your university. Paint the walls a neutral color so the focus can be on items such as pennants, team jerseys and posters of the campus hanging on the wall. Frame schedules from your college's sports teams, which are likely available for free, for low-cost wall décor. For bedding, pick sheets in one of the school colors and a comforter in another.

Minimalist

• Guys in college often move around, having bedrooms in several different places during their academic career. A minimalist bedroom makes it easy to pack up when moving day comes around. Choose a few matching items in a basic, masculine color, like a black sheet and comforter set and a beanbag chair for studying or relaxing. Pick a few posters to hang on the wall. Keep them frameless for ease of moving, or add a lightweight frame for a more pulled-together look. Avoid accumulating as much as possible to make your nomadic life style easy.