Off to University: The Ultimate Checklist

Heading off to university is an exciting new chapter, but making your space feel like home is key to settling in. Whether you're moving into halls or your first flat, we've curated a checklist that will not only tick-off the essentials, but also add a touch of style and practicality to your new digs. From cosy bedding to chic stationery, we’ve handpicked the must-haves to help you create a space that’s uniquely yours. Ready to elevate your uni experience? Let’s dive into our top picks: 

Sink into serenity. Dress your bed in quiet luxury with Piglet in Bed and Land & Shore duvet covers—thoughtfully crafted to soothe and elevate. Complete your sanctuary with cloud-soft duvets and pillows from Fine Bedding Company.

Add a little whimsy (and a lot of charm) with Jellycat plushies, playful touches from Anna + Nina, and the warm glow of Candalols. For sound that sets the tone, Sonos and Roberts speakers deliver a seamless soundtrack to slow Sundays and soft landings.

A kitchen that works hard—and looks good doing it. Discover design-led appliances from Ninja and Russell Hobbs, plus everyday brilliance from Joseph Joseph. Pour, prep and present with drinkware that’s as functional as it is fabulous—from the trail-blazing likes of Stanley, Chilly’s and frank green.

Effortlessly edited for lives in motion. Make your desk-to-downtime kit complete with stylish stationery from Papier and Designworks Inc. Keep it all together with iconic bags by Marc Jacobs, Herschel and Longchamp. Whether you're tuning in or tuning out, headphones from Sony and Polaroid cameras mean every moment is yours to capture.

Little rituals, big results. Indulge in skincare staples from The Ordinary, Clinique and Kiehl’s—each one chosen for its results and reputation. Light a Malin + Goetz candle, pause, and breathe. This is selfcare, the Fenwick way.

From early lectures to late-night catch-ups with friends, your uni space should be more than just a place to crash—it should be your sanctuary, your style statement, and your launchpad. Discover every must-have in our Off to University edit and make this chapter unmistakably yours.

Stay stylishly hydrated. When you purchase any Herschel bag, receive a complimentary* Herschel water bottle—exclusively available online and in selected stores: Brent Cross, Canterbury, Colchester, Kingston, Newcastle and Tunbridge Wells.

Treat your sleep. Add any Fine Bedding Company duvet to your basket and receive a complimentary Spundown Pillow. Simply add the pillow too your basket too and it’s yours, free at checkout.*