1. A desk-friendly HappyLight sunlamp that will be both a literal and metaphorical ~light of your life~ — this adjustable light can help improve your sleep, mood, and energy levels, particularly if you're working in a situation where you don't get a lot of direct sunlight. 

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Promising review: "I work from home at night. I never see the light of day during the winter. This light has been a joy to have and gives great light at my desk to work with with the benefit of mimicking sun exposure. It’s very easy to use and to replace bulbs." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $51.99 (clip the $8 off coupon on the product page for this price). 

2. A set of floppy disk coasters to keep the condensation from your emotional support beverages off your desk, and also to remind you of the good old days, where there were only one or two ways you could accidentally miss a correspondence from a coworker instead of 15,000.

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Promising review: "These coasters are really cool in my book. They are fun to play with and the colors are fun as well. Definitely a cool gift for office folks and IT geeks." —Terry H 

Get a set of six from Amazon for $14.99. 

3. A pack of NeuroGum made with a blend of caffeine and nootropics designed to give you energy five times faster than regular coffee —  without jitters or sluggishness afterward. All of the zing you need to keep your focus, with none of the crash. (Or 15 mid-afternoon trips to the bathroom!!)

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Promising review: "I was hitting the afternoon slump and had a project to tackle that involved lots of details. I dug out my NeuroGum for a test run and WOW. The clarity and focus I had was awesome! I knocked out the project in record time and was able to move on to the next! The flavor is great and there's no energy crash or slump!" —Daniel 

Get a six-pack with nine pieces of gum each from Amazon for $23.94. 

You can read former BuzzFeeder Kayla Suazo's full review of NeuroGum for more deets!

4. A set of affordable, highly popular wireless Bluetooth earbuds that make *excellent* alternatives to AirPods, if not better. Reviewers love these because they're ridiculously comfy on the ears, making them perfect for in-office days when you're trying to get in the zone and for at-home days when you're in constant Zoom calls. 

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These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 14 hours of charge (with the earbuds able to play for four-plus hours with each full charge). 

Promising review: "I work remotely and use these for all-day Zoom calls. I love the quality, comfortable fit, sound, and noise cancelling features. I will say the noise cancelling isn't 100% proof, but I'm not looking for that. I want to be able to hear around me in case someone in my house needs me." —Ali R. 

Get it from Amazon $18.99+ (available in five colors).

5. Plus a pair of Bluetooth-enabled noise-cancelling over-the-ear headphones so not only will you block out the hullabaloo of your office, but send a clear signal of "I am very busy, please do not bother me with pictures of your cat right now" so your work flow isn't interrupted. 

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Promising review: "I recently found the need for over the ear noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones three days a week, four hours at a time.I needed them to be comfortable, possess strong noise cancelling capabilities, sound good and be of good quality without an exaggerated price. They sound great, are very comfortable for extended periods, pair easily with Apple products and the noise-cancelling capabilities are very good. The economical price makes these a tremendous value. I highly recommend l these even compared to the many models costing twice as much." —M. de La Torre

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three colors).

6. Aaaaaand a mini inflatable tube guy for your desk to help cheer you up or cheer you on — sometimes the best thing you can do to focus is take yourself on a lil' dance break! 

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Promising review: "When I turn it on it always make everyone at the office laugh. We will take it and sit it on someone’s desk when they are having a bad day and it always cheers them up." —dawn poythree

Get it from Amazon for $8.58.

7. An expanding file folder with tabs to keep you so beautifully organized with all your paperwork that you'll be able to tackle all the "to dos" in your life feeling like the boss of just about everything.

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Promising review: "I bought this folder to keep our family documents organized and in one place. There are just the right amount of tabs for our birth certificates, passports, Social Security cards, car titles, will, etc. This folder is small enough that you can lock it in a home safe or safety deposit box. I let a couple of family members know where I keep this so that they can access it in case of an emergency. It is such a relief knowing that all these things are together and organized. I’m glad I bought this." —Katie Bee

Get it from Amazon for $5.98 (available in 11 colors).

8. A mini illuminated relaxation waterfall for your work desk that's perfect for calming some of the post-meeting "AGJAKLFGJAG" in your brain.

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Promising review: "Awesome addition to my workspace environment. I've tried several fountains so far. This one is awesome, the pump is quiet, as is the water, it simply provides a really nice environmental impact on my workspace. I run it up to eight hours in a day, use distilled water only and clean it periodically, and it's running just like new after several weeks. Not all of the fountains that I've tried work quite so well, I'm impressed and happy with this purchase." —Rod

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

9. A set of reviewer-beloved "Loops," a meticulously designed ear plug that blocks out distracting, irritating, or overwhelming noise without completely blocking out the world around you, meaning you can wear them to focus at the office without seeming antisocial. (Especially since these are so subtle that nobody will notice them!)

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Promising review: "I struggle with anxiety and ADHD and I find myself frequently sensitive to sounds. Things were especially difficult with the kids home working on school while I was trying to work from home. Not only have these been fabulous throughout the day but holy cow are they a lifesaver at night! My husband snores, and I have tried many pairs of ear plugs, sleep masks with little speakers in them…list goes on. These loops are extremely comfortable to sleep in. They cut the sounds of the snores down to manageable and sleep-able level without cutting off all sound." —Christina

Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in eight colors).

10. A Bentgo stackable lunch containerperfect for commuters who need a leakproof, sturdy option for their lunch salad/lunch charcuterie situations. This bowl is nice and deep for mixing salads and has an upper compartment to keep your other ingredients separate, *plus* a container for dressing and a reusable fork. 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love these salad containers. My fiancé and I have big appetites, but try to eat healthy. These containers fit a ton of salad greens and all sizes of toppings — nuts, beans, cheese, fruits, meats, pasta, etc. They make packing lunch easy. Just throw in some greens, a protein, a dressing, and toppings that make salad fun for you! We use ours several times per week and they make it to both our jobs without spilling or leaking. I walk and ride public transit, so mine gets tossed around a bit. Several of my friends and coworkers have bought them after seeing mine!" —izzo

Get it from Amazon for $16.99(available in eight colors). 

11. An adorably encouraging daily planner you can fill out throughout the course of each day to keep yourself on track for all your calls, goals, and even your water intake. This is especially ideal for hybrid workers because you can tear off each sheet as you go instead of lugging the whole planner around with you! 

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Each planner comes with 50 tear-off sheets the size of a standard piece of paper.

Bliss Collectionsis a family-owned, Wisconsin-based business established in 2012 that specializes in stationery, planners and pads, and drinkware.

Promising review: "These daily planning sheets keep this mama on TRACK! I started out printing daily planning and schedule sheets from a free download on my computer. Then I realized why not just buy some already printed so I save my ink at home. I found these and love how the day, schedule, tasks, and health habits are organized. I've already reordered once and will continue to use these." —Shannon Hoglund

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in nine styles). 

12. Plus a delightfully colorful poster-sized hanging calendarperfect for anyone who needs to visualize longterm deadlines *and* establish a Rainbow Brite mentality about tackling them. 

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Poketo is a small business established in 2003 that specializes in design-conscious goods. 

Promising review: "My white office walls needed some color and this totally rocks! Problem solved. Colorful, fun and so many comments and compliments on the fun, fab office vibe!" —Heather S. 

Get it from Poketo for $48 or Amazon for $48(available in four styles). 

13. A mildly alarming if not adorable flexible flower vase that will fascinate both you and your coworkers when you can all bend its limbs and hang it from any fixture you choose. That says if this thing *does* come to life in the middle of the night and starts singing and dancing all over your office, well. That's on you for buying whatever the heck this is. 

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Promising review: "An affable, squishy, bendy, happy little vase! The consensus on my social media page is that everyone should have one of these. I finally got a chance to try it out with some daffodils, and really, it's hard not to smile when you see them." —Susy Lundy 

Get it from Amazon for $20.90 (available in three colors). 

14. An affordable sunrise alarm clock so you can trick your human brain into thinking you're already dappled in the light of a bright, sunshiny day when you wake up for work, even if the the sun hasn't quite caught up to your ridiculously early commute. 

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This can be programmed with seven different light settings, seven different calming "wake up" noises, and to start gradually lighting up at 30, 20, or 10 minutes before you wake. 

Promising review: "I got this recommendation from TikTok and it really has helped especially with Oregon winters where the sun is not out by the time the alarm rings. It has several peaceful alarm settings and even has night music to put you to sleep. The sunrise with the alarm piano is what I play to wake me up every morning and it is a way better way than to wake up to an annoying phone alarm." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page for this price). 

15. A six-outlet wall charger designed specifically for larger chargers that also comes equipped with two USB fast-charging ports *and* a night-light — meaning now you can finally end your annoying daily ritual of unplugging and re-plugging things in the tangle of wires under your desk.

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Promising review: "Need something simple so I could plug in all the electronics at my desk. This is much nicer than just a standard power strip since it doesn't add any more cords to the chaos. Plugs are angled enough that they don't get in the way of you have several things plugged in. For reference I usually have my laptop charger, monitor, Google home mini, lamp, and phone charger plugged in at any given point in time. Night-light is a nice addition." —Samantha

Get it from Amazon for $17.97. 

16. A cold brew coffee maker so gloriously easy to use that all you have to do is stick your favorite ground coffee in the filter, seal the airtight lid on top, and pop it in the fridge overnight. Boom, 4 cups of delightfully cheap cold brew for you to enjoy at your leisure (so long as one of your sleep-deprived coworkers doesn't help themselves to it first 👀). 

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Takeya is a small business that specializes in water bottles and pitchers. 

Promising review: "I purchased this to make cold brew coffee at the office. My coworkers and I were going to the local siren at least 3–4 times a week for our afternoon pick me up. It was starting to become a serious drain financially. We all chipped in to get this pitcher and take turns buying beans. Get them ground for a French press, or super coarse, and you'll have a pretty good replica. The instructions for making cold brew are pretty easy. We've seriously cut down our caffeine expenditures by 50%–75%. Now if we could figure out a way to order out less :)." —DT

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes). 

17. A user-friendly hexagonal productivity timer with six present countdown times you can initiate just by flipping it on its side. Not only does it have an oh-so-satisfying display screen you can use to count up or down, but it has a "mute" option so you won't disturb your coworkers when you're trying to do an email answering power hour (help). 

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Promising review: "Love love love this product. Simple design, works great. I time myself during writing sessions so I'm not sitting in long stretches. This little timer is perfectly shaped and has several pre-programmed time options. Highly recommend." —Mimi Foster 

Get it from Amazon for $35.99.

18. A set of erasable pens so you can live BOLDLY and IN COLOR without worrying about making mistakes, ~unleashing~ your inner creative gremlin at work. 

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Bonus: these are compatible with thereusable Rocketbook notebook! 

Promising review: "These pens are freaking fantastic! For someone who can't spell to save her life, it helps that I can have the look and feel of a pen with the ability to correct my mistakes, without having to cross stuff out and have the whole thing look messy. They're super cute colors too!!" —Daniel Macaluso

Get a set of seven from Amazon for $15.98. 

19. A memory foam seat cushion for your tushy so effective at relieving pressure from your tailbone that you'll finally stop losing sleep over your love-hate relationship with the various chairs you're working from each day of the week. 

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Promising review: "A few weeks into working from home five days a week I started having a lot of hip/leg/back pain. In the early afternoons my lower back would start cramping. I did some research and bought this pillow and it immediately helped! What really drove me to write this review was that yesterday, unknowingly, I worked all day sitting on my chair without my cushion. I had removed it to use as a spare chair at my dinner table and forgot to put it back. At the end of the day hip was aching and I realized why! Today it's back on my chair and I'm already feeling better." —Lorene

Get it from Amazon for $45.99 (available in two colors). 

20. A Petcube, which is basically a Furbo without all the extra bells and whistles — this super-reliable pet-monitoring camera has a wide angle and night vision so you can check on your pet 24/7 and even talk to them, giving you a whole new peace of mind when you end up going into the office instead of working remotely at home with your furry friend. 

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Petcube is a California-based small business established in 2012 that specializes in interactive HD pet camera products.

It's also app enabled and can send you instant notifications, sync with Amazon Alexa, and even access a vet on demand if you notice any weird behaviors.

Promising review: "Unbeatable for the money. I needed a way to keep an eye on a new 4-month-old puppy who keeps digging holes in my yard. I didn't expect a lot for $39 but I was pleasantly surprised. The video is quick to get started and very clear, zoom is quick, and the night vision actually works. I haven't used any of the other features yet but these alone make this a great value! Far exceeding what I expected." —Rick Grisham

Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

21. A handy under-the-desk headphone mount and USB charger so you can unclutter a whoooole bunch of nonsense on your desk in one go, plus always know precisely where your beloved noise-canceling headphones are when your coworkers get a little *too* loud discussing last night's happy hour shenanigans. 

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Promising review: "Simple straightforward product. Easy to mount and run wires to a power source. Works awesome under my standing desk and adds additional USB support for my gear." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four styles).

22. A convertible standing desk riser because you may not be able to control the figurative ups and downs of your work day, but you sure can control the literal ones. This lets you easily swap between sitting and standing positions depending on the flow of your day (read: how many meetings that could have been emails) so you can always be working as efficiently and comfortably as possible. 

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Tech Orbits is a small business that specializes in desk converters and office accessories. 

Promising review: "I've been looking at these for months and finally decided to buy one. Super happy with my purchase. I didn’t want to replace my entire work desk so I opted for this. The entire unit slides up and down easily. Plenty of room around the monitor for speakers, pens, notes, even a fan. easily assembly. Not too heavy. I’ve really enjoyed being able to stand at my desk. I’ve been struggling with lower back pain and standing more seems to be helping. I find myself wanting to stand more often than I thought." —halaly

Get it from Amazon for $134.99+ (available in three colors and seven styles). 

23. And an investment-worthy standing desk anti-fatigue mat designed to keep you comfortable on your feet all day — unlike the ordinary comfort mats designed for kitchen use, this comes equipped with unique indentations and a cushioned terrain to automatically adjust to (and encourage!) small movements and shifts throughout the day. 

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ErgoDriven is a US-based small business specializing in workplace ergonomics. 

Promising review: "Really nice mat, helps with leg and back fatigue. I stand up 50 percent of the time at my desk and I can feel the difference in the two weeks I've had this product. It seems to have the right balance of comfort and support. It is a little pricey compared to other brands, but it is very solidly made and it appears it will last a long time. Worth the extra money, in my opinion." —Jeff

Get it from Amazon for$119.99. 

Psst — you can check out amini version for more compact spaces for $69 on Amazon! 

24. A delightfully practical Stojo collapsible travel cup (with a straw!) office workers swear by — unlike stainless steel travel cups, you can reheat this in the office microwave, making this an ideal option for spontaneous coffee consumption between meetings and tasks. 

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Check out a TikTok of the Stojo collapsible cup in action. 

Stojo is a small business that specializes in dishwasher-, microwave-safe storage and travel products with the goal of eliminating single-use plastics. 

Promising review: "I take my lunch to work and during midday I like to use the Keurig to brew a cup of coffee. The 12-ounce Stojo cup I purchased is very practical. It is thick and durable. The plastic collar enables you to hold the cup without squeezing it or burning your hands on the hot walls of the cup. There is enough volume in the cup to allow for the 12-ounce brew plus ample creamer. It's not a stainless vacuum cup, but it does hold its temperature better than your typical gas station or coffee shop cup. Plus you have the advantage of being able to reheat your drink in the microwave which you can't do with a stainless cup.  —ViciousCycle

Get it from Amazon for$19.95(available in six sizes and 24 colors). 

25. A dimmable sad duck nightlight because sometimes you just have to look at this emotionally deflated creature on your desk and be like, "Welp. At least I'm doing better than that little dude."

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Promising review: "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a depressed duck lamp ... but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." —Literated

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in three styles). 

26. A pair of blue light–blocking glasses to help prevent distracting headaches and sleep disruptions that make you feel deeply unmotivated to keep chugging along at work. These defend your eyeballs against the strain of your transition from phone to laptop to television to laptop to phone. (And are especially handy with making sure your circadian rhythms aren't messed with when you're scrolling TikTok at night!) 

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Promising review: "I am not sure why everyone doesn't own blue light reducing glasses. These should be as essential as toilet paper. I spend my life on my laptop, phone, tablet (don't judge, I'm a student) and these have been a lifesaver. I can start writing a paper at 8 a.m. and stare at my screen until 8 p.m., getting nothing done but social media research, and my eyes aren't tired AT ALL!" —Valery 

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.98. 

27. A set of Monkey Noodles designed as a quiet sensory toy that stretches, pulls, twirls, wraps, *and* squeezes, helping calm anxiety during long meetings, brainstorms, and video conferencing marathons that laugh in the face of Dolly Parton's "9 To 5."

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Promising review: "This is my absolute favorite fidget! I’m an adult with autism and ADHD. I carry one around with me everywhere I go. It definitely assists me in staying calm/still while I’m at work. I’ve recommended it to several friends!" —KaelynnVP

Get a set of five from Amazon for $12.99.

28. Plus the "Ono Roller," a compact fidget toy specifically designed for adults that helps to encourage focus and relieve stress and anxiety with its frictionless, noiseless rolling. It's a bit more expensive than competitors, but reviewers love the satisfaction of the rolling feeling and attest to how ridiculously durable it is against even the most frequent of fidgeting. 

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Ono is a small business specializing in compact, work-friendly fidgets for focus and stress relief. 

Promising review: "I have had ADHD since I was a small child, and this is the only thing I've ever found that helps me focus. It's quiet, durable, and keeps my mind occupied so I can focus (ADHD people will understand what I mean by that). A bit pricey, but worth every penny in my opinion!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in nine colors and in a junior size for kids and people with smaller hands). 

29. A tiny (and delightfully portable!!) cactus humidifier that operates on a USB cable, so you can keep the air in today's designated computer space cozy and hydrating while you conquer the 57 tabs open on your monitor one by one.

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Promising review: "I LOVE these little humidifiers! I bought my first one to use at my desk at work, because the air is so dry in the building, and it has been a godsend. Not only does it help keep my sinuses happier, but it looks great too. I bought a second one for my nightstand that I use while I sleep at night, and they both work perfectly." —Selene Schneider

Get it from Amazon for $16.89+ (available in three styles).

30. A low-impact under-the-desk elliptical for anyone who gets distracted by aches and pains from sitting in one position all day — this can help keep your body loose so you can keep your brain occupied on the tasks at hand. 

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It also comes with a digital display that tracks time, speed, and distance, as well as eight different modes of resistance, so you can tailor it exactly to your needs.

Promising review: "No assembly required! Took right out of the box and put it under my desk. Spend long hours on the computer and suffer from hip and leg pain. Use the exerciser on and off all day especially first thing in the morning to loosen up joints. Felt the different in just a couple of days. Just what I needed." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $110.48+ (available in three styles).

31. A nifty rearview desk mirror you can use both to check your ~look~ during the day and to make sure nobody sneaks up and spooks you when you're in full flow. (If you WFH some days, reviewers also use this to keep an eye on kids and pets behind them!) 

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Promising review: "I have a home office, and when I'm working from home, I like to have the TV on for background noise. Every now and then I'll hear something that I'll want to see, and now I don't need to stop working to turn my chair around and see — just put this on the shelf that holds my monitor, and now I can just glance over and keep working. It clips on easily, adjusts easily (my cat will come up and rub against it putting it out of whack)." —Robin M. Padon

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in three styles).

32. An adjustable foam footrest to help alleviate hip, leg, and lower back pain at a *fraction* of the price of a fancy ergonomic chair or other expensive solution. This even flips over to become a "rocking" footrest — a boon for all fidgety, restless office workers everywhere. 

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Promising review: "Perfect foot rest, soft and comfortable. I work 10-hour days in my home office and this keeps me in my chair and on the job. Prior to purchasing this foot rest I experienced foot discomfort while sitting at my desk. It has been eliminated." —Katie Vento

Get it from Amazon for $44.95+ (available in four colors and two styles).

33. A transparent monitor attachment for those of us with an old school, sticky note using habit — this will give you the ability to take the clutter off your desk and put reminders in your clear line of sight. 

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Each of the attachments has a sticky film that's strong enough to adhere it to your monitor, but easy enough to remove that it won't damage it.

Promising review: "I have 568 stickies on any given day and this is exactly what I needed to keep myself organized. They came packaged nicely, no cracks or scratches, and was easy to adhere. The adhesive is awesome. It's not going anywhere!!! I recommend this to anyone like me who needs a cool place for their notes. You will be the envy of your coworkers!" —Mason's Mom

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two styles).

34. A sophisticatedlaptop tote bag so you can easily (and chicly!) carry not just your tech, but the whole arsenal of I'm A Very Busy Business Person things you need to get through the day. Reviewers especially love the unexpected depth and pockets included. 

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Promising review: "It’s much more spacious than it looks. It’s very sleek and stylish. I use it as my work bag and I find that it looks professional and has enough space for all of my stuff. I carry a laptop, pencil case, two books, makeup bag, water bottle, wallet, lotion, phone and laptop charger, and other small miscellaneous objects. Still plenty of space. And when you see carry it, it doesn’t feel bulky or cumbersome. The bag does sag a bit after use. But has held up to wear and tear. I would recommend." —Su

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in 10 styles). 

Everyone in your office doubly motivated to work after an inflatable tube man dance break:

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