Shower Caddies for Bathroom Essentials

Toting your shower gear from your room to the dorm bathroom is a lot easier when you have a shower caddy you can use to stash all your essentials, including toiletries, bath towels and more. Choose from shower caddies that simply carry your gear in water-resistant pouches and those that unfold and hang from the shower head for even more convenience - whatever works for you. You can even choose one that matches your makeup bag.

Teen Shower Caddy Styles

Shower caddies come in a huge range of styles ranging from simple bags you can use when you're on the go to fold-out caddies that you can hang on a hook or the shower head. Some caddies are equipped with mirrors and mesh storage pockets that let your toiletries dry between uses and others have plenty of inner and outer pockets that make it easy to pack up for an overnight (or longer) stay.

Pick a fun, vibrant pattern you love or choose something simple and neutral and opt for monogramming to personalize your shower gear with your initials, your first name or a nickname.

What Materials Will Work Best for You?

Water-resistant materials and those that promote quick drying are essential, so choose a washed canvas bag lined with polyester or a 100 percent polyester caddy. Mesh drying pockets let water drip away as air flows through, which will keep your bottles razors and other shower necessities dry when you're not using them.

Permanent Shower Caddies

If your shower essentials stay put in your bathroom, you don't need a cloth or fabric caddy - you need a permanent addition to your shower. Choose one with a hard frame that attaches to your showerhead or one that features gel-lock suction cups to attach to your wall so you can set it up and focus on more important things. Teen bathroom caddies like these are designed to hold all your necessities with shelving space and hooks and they're made to dry easily with cut-outs and ventilation holes.

How to Choose a Shower Caddy That Works for You

When you're choosing a shower caddy, pick one that matches your lifestyle. If you're using it primarily at the gym a couple of times a week, you can probably use a smaller one than you'd pick if you were using it daily to go back and forth between your dorm room and the community bathroom. Use these tips to make the best choice:

• Spring for a shower caddy that hangs up in the shower if you're going to use it frequently - the convenience it adds is priceless.
• Pick a shower caddy that features both interior and exterior pockets, so you have easy access to the items you use most often.
• Choose a shower caddy that has a waterproof exterior with plenty of mesh pockets if you'll be traveling with it frequently.

Finding the right shower caddy is about reaching a balance between function and style. As long as your caddy is large enough to carry your essentials, you'll love having the simple convenience it provides whether you're in the dorm or on vacation.