Baylor Students’ Dorm Decorating Trend Gains Viral Traction on tiktok
WACO, Texas – A trend of elaborately decorated college dorm rooms at Baylor University is capturing attention online, with students showcasing their spaces on TikTok and receiving widespread praise – and some criticism – for their designs. The trend highlights a desire for personalization and creating a sense of home within the university habitat.
Linkynn Lunsford, a Baylor student, experienced the trend’s reach firsthand when her dorm room gained meaningful attention on the platform. “I’ve run into a lot of girls on campus, and they’re like, ‘Oh my gosh, I saw your dorm on TikTok. It’s so cute,'” Lunsford said. While the majority of responses have been positive, some viewers questioned the practicality or extravagance of the designs, with comments ranging from inquiries about bed height to accusations of prioritizing aesthetics over academics. “One of my personal favorites was someone commenting, ‘It looks like you’re majoring in makeup,'” Lunsford recounted, acknowledging the inevitability of negative feedback with increased visibility.
The phenomenon reflects a broader impulse among college students to establish a sense of belonging and comfort in a new and often unfamiliar setting. Lunsford described her dorm room as a “mini home,” emphasizing the emotional importance of personalizing the space. The trend underscores the importance students place on creating inviting and aesthetically pleasing environments that contribute to their overall college experience.
