Invest In Your Desk: 32 Products To Elevate Your Work Setup

Invest In Your Desk: 32 Products To Elevate Your Work Setup

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-09-07 05:02

1. A budget-friendly wireless keyboard and mouse set if you love having people ask you, "Ooh, where'd you get that?" This easily connects via Bluetooth and is so snazzy that you'll want to obnoxiously type a little louder so people look over at your matching keyboard and mouse.

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The set includes a wireless keyboard and mouse with a USB receiver for a 2.4GHz connection. Pick up some AA batteries; both will need them! 

You can check out how the clicking sounds in this TikTok

Promising review: "Absolutely amazing keyboard. The colors are eye-catching and make a drab office pop with color! I am currently the envy of the office. Ladies in the other departments are waiting on their own to come in now after seeing mine. Easy plug/play. It travels between home and office with me. Love the keys on this as well. Sleep mode seems to pop on kinda quickly, but it's nothing bad. Just push a button or click the mouse, and it's on again. I have had mine for about a month now and will not be going back to any other style!" —Nikki Bell

Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in 13 styles).

2. And a retro-inspired calculator, so when you're crunching those numbers, you can hear some nice ASMR-like sounds to get you through the rest of your work day. *Whispers* I think you should buy this. 

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Promising review: "Love the color and size. All of the buttons function properly and are accurate. It came with a free gel pen, and I love that it came with batteries ready to use! I will update if anything changes, but so far, it's working great, and I would definitely purchase it again." —4theloveofmusic

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 13 colors). 

3. A hanging wall organizerto seamlessly categorize all your important documents — it's perfect for anyone who loves color-coding things. Hang this on the back of your office closet and label those tabs to get your office looking spiffy! 

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Promising review: "It was time to declutter the office workroom counters, looking for replacements for the standard wire desktop file folder sorter that we were using to hold various forms. After endless days of looking at wall file folder pockets that were hideously expensive, I stumbled across this and instantly knew my search was over! This item is beautiful on the wall; it lays virtually flat vs. standard wall pockets that protrude. I wish I had more empty walls so I could buy more. And the price can't be beat." —MamaK

Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in four color options). 

4. A set of pastel highlighters if you don't want to use the standard neon highlighters and want something a little more ~aesthetic~ for your notes and work documents. Reviewers say these are lightweight and glide so smoothly. 

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Promising review: "I am incredibly picky about my highlighters when it comes to my school work. I keep coming back to these (the pastels) because they are long lasting, don't roll off my desk, and the color is true. Speaking of, the colors highlight well but aren't distracting. I've used these for three (reading and writing intensive) semesters with no complaint. I even snagged a second set for when the first one is finished. Highly recommended." —G.V.

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.05

5. Or a set of pastel glitter highlighters to add some sparkle to your notes, important documents, and anything else you can find to highlight. If Cinderella's fairy godmother had a desk job (instead of being a literal fairy godmother), I know she'd love these. 

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Promising review: "I love these. I did not know what I was getting myself into with glitter highlighters but I love it. They are great quality and very durable. I have not had any leaking, or any issues with bleeding or flow issues." —tresia danielle williams

Get a set of eight from Amazon for $8.85

6. A light-up calendar whiteboard on a stand, in case you don't have wall space to spare, but you do need to keep track of that busy schedule of yours. This includes four markers and a container for holding them! 

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Promising review: "This was one of my favorite purchases for my work desk. I work from home, so I like to make sure that my workstation feels productive yet still comfortable. Everyone who sees this calendar absolutely loves it. It is easy to write on, the markers work well, and it is easy to see. Also, the moths in my house love it too for some reason." —Sglodde

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in a clear version or with calendar lines).

7. Or an acrylic dry-erase board so your long to-do list that has been put off for many, many days can now be on beautiful display rather than the back of a used Post-it note that you always seem to lose on your desk under a bunch of files.

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1801 & Co. is a Minnesota-based, family-owned Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in family wall calendars, chore charts, wedding signs, and more.

Promising review: "I love it! I got it so fast after ordering, and it’s perfect. I love the sleek design for my small home office space. I can’t function at work without a dry-erase board, but I couldn’t find any that would look nice in my office space, which is in the corner of my master bedroom! Having functional office space but [that does] not LOOK like an office in the bedroom is challenging, but this acrylic board is PERFECT. The black pen that comes with it is a very nice fine tip and erases without a trace." —Dawn Powell

Get it from 1801 & Co. on Etsy for $13.46+ (originally $17.95+; available in different thicknesses and sizes as well as three hardware colors).

8. Pen-like correction tapes that are way easier to use than the traditional ones that are either too small or just weirdly shaped. Whether you need these for spelling mistakes or if you always forget the day of the month, these will surely come in handy. 

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Promising review: "Probably the first and only of its kind. This is brilliant, perfect, and I should know, having spent the last 50 of my 70 years on earth as a secretary. There will always be a need for correction ‘pens’, etc. The design is brilliant (yes, I’m repeating myself) and so easy to use. Then there’s that clip that lets you advance the tape and retract it. I work for my husband scheduling hundreds of appointments and rescheduling appointments. So this is a necessity and makes my life so much easier. Do they have Pulitzer Prizes for people who invent such amazing products? I’d vote." —Eileen

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $8.89

9. A daily planner if you need a little more encouragement to get stuff done than a random sticky note that says, "Work on big project." This pad gives you beautifully organized space for all your daily tasks, appointments, and even a space for your health goals and what you plan to eat. 

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

Bliss Collections is 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 $3.99+ (available in 16 styles). 

10. Or a retro-inspired planner pad for anyone who wants a more whimsical look for their to-do list. Every time you glance over at this notepad, you won't even be upset that you've got five more hours of work, because it's so darn cute. 

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Unicorn Eclipse is a small business owned by two sisters who make extremely cute stationery, planners, stickers, decor, and more! Get a closer look at some of their planner notepads on TikTok

HuffPost Shopping writer Haley Zovickian says: "It would be an understatement to say that I'm obsessed with this shop. I am head over heels entranced with this shop. Their lo-fi, nostalgic style brightens up my workspace so much and really helps encourage me to stay organized – because I love looking at and using their stationery! I also just appreciate the sense of whimsy and fun that their products add to what can otherwise be stressful work days or daunting tasks; the graphics on their planner pads help me stay more positive and more on top of my work in general. TL;DR: These are a ray of sunshine that any desk worker or organizing buff would be incomplete without."

Get them from Unicorn Eclipse on Etsy for $12 each.

11. A non-slip desk mat to add a pop of color to your cubicle or give you a smooth surface to work on, especially if you've been using the same scratched-up desk for yearssss. Plus, it doubles as a mouse pad! 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love this desk pad! The sky blue color is beautiful and adds a pop of color to my workspace. The nonslip feature works great, keeping my mouse and keyboard in place as I work. The waterproof PVC leather material is easy to clean and has protected my desk from spills and scratches. The size is perfect for my desk and provides ample space for my laptop and other accessories. Overall, I highly recommend this desk pad for anyone looking to add both style and functionality to their workspace." —Tiara

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 17 colors and five sizes). 

12. A mini USB fan if you can start smelling aromas from the lunch room spill into your office space (whoever heat up their shrimp pasta leftovers in the microwave... reveal yourself and never do that again, thank you very much). But for real, this little fan packs a powerful punch to keep you cool, and the wood base adds a touch of nature to your work space!

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Promising review: "Bought this fan for an office space. It is cute, has three speeds, and is the perfect size. For its smaller size, this fan is decent quality and produces quality airflow. I would buy again. It is USB powered, so I plugged it in directly into the computer, or if it suits you better, it can be plugged into a separate block and can be plugged into the wall." —Lea Shmeling

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors). 

13. A geometric tape holder that's very ~acute~ and minimalistic. The bulky ones are a little too office cubicle aesthetic, if you know what I mean. 

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Promising review: "I like this tape dispenser. The color is really beautiful, and it looks nice on my desk. I bought it to use in flat lays and to hold washi tape. The washi tape roll fit perfectly, and it does a good job of cutting it, though you do need to be paying attention since it doesn't tear as easily as regular scotch tape. Overall, great value for the look and function you're getting." —Anita

Get it from Amazon for $7.59+ (available in four colors). 

14. A set of customizable drawer organizers since we've all had that one desk drawer where we just shove our stuff in and hope that it closes. The nonslip grips at the bottom will keep them from sliding around every time you open your drawer and the clear containers make it easy to see all of your office items. Finally, a junk drawer that will no longer be a ~junk~ drawer. 

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This set comes with 25 pieces and endless ways to organize!

Promising review: "Organize away!! These are great for organizing desks, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. I like that you can see into them. I also really like the sticky dots that you place on the bottom to keep it from sliding around when you open the drawers." —murdochsc

Get it from Amazon for $16.14+ (available in eight styles). 

15. A set of marble file folders to marvel at because I don't think anyone really marvels at the regular old cream-colored manila folders... I know I don't. These easily hang in a file drawer and help keep your documents organized! 

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Promising review: "They work amazing, and they just give it a little more style on my desk hanging file holder." —Lisseth Cruz

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $11.39

16. A Papier notebook so beautiful some might mistake it for a novel with a gorgeous cover. You can jot down all your meeting notes or just doodle out of boredom in case the meeting is starting to feel like it could've been an email. 

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Get it from Papier for $32+ (available in four colors, spiral or hardcover, and three paper options). 

17. An essential oil diffuser to help give your desk some nice relaxing spa vibes and let you enjoy the soothing smell of essential oils. This stone diffuser lights up with nine different colors and automatically shuts off when there's no more water left. 

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Promising review: "This is just as good if not better than a Scentsy diffuser! I have had a Scentsy diffuser for like 10 years now and decided I wanted a new diffuser for work, but was not willing to spend $150 on one from Scentsy. This is perfect in my office. It is absolutely beautiful, and I love that it’s ceramic, so it looks very elegant. People come into my office complementing how nice it smells." —Anyeliz P.

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in three styles). 

18. A mug warmer so you don't have to get up and down if you're in the middle of a good work sesh. This will keep your coffee or tea actually warm and prevent you from having to keep on reheating it. Plus, it lets you choose from three temperature settings and shuts off automatically after four hours. 

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Promising review: "One of those items I didn’t know I needed until I had it. As a busy mom of two little ones, I can’t even remember the last time I got to finish a hot cup of coffee. Until now! This truly kept my coffee warm for literal hours. And I love the wood grain look of it. It’s nice and doesn’t look cheap at all. I’m going to keep it on my desk for when I’m working, and I’ll never go without hot coffee again!" —ADR80

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in 10 colors).

19. A mesh ergonomic desk chair that'll help make sitting at a desk a more comfortable experience. Notable features include adjustable lumbar support, a soft seat cushion made of high-density foam, and thick, padded armrests.

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Promising review: "I bought this chair a few months ago. So far, the chair is good in regard to my back pain. I have upper-middle back pain with burning sensations. Since I got this chair, I am getting better. I recommend this chair for ergo use, for those who sit in front of the computer for a long period of time. It also has adjustable lower back support, which really helped me. I am a computer engineer and normally I sit 10-12 hours per day in front of the computer." —Ryan

Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in 11 colors). 

20. Or a velvety plush armchair, since working at a home office means YOU get to choose your work throne. This seat is so elegant and the gold-finish legs are just *muah*! 

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Promising review: "I bought this chair to go with my desk, and I love it! It’s easy to assemble and so soft and comfortable! It’s the perfect height for me!" —Jessica Silva

Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in seven colors and two fabrics). 

21. A magnetic cable organizer so you don't have to throw out your back trying to get your cord that fell behind your desk. For any cords that don't automatically magnetize to this, it comes with two magnetic cable collars. Now your cords will be nice and neat, and look so chic on this fabric organizer. 

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Promising review: "I was tired of searching for my chargers behind my desk! I use chargers for my phone, keyboard, mouse, and backup battery, and they always fall behind my desk when I disconnect from the device. This is exactly what I needed to keep the charging cable within reach, especially since I use it all day for various items. Really like the neutral color options, so they are not an eyesore, and it adds a little texture to my desk decor." —Valerie Jacobs

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six colors and two sizes). 

22. An acrylic document organizer where you can store all your VIP... very important paperwork. Or a mini flower vase. Up to you! 

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Promising review: "Gorgeous acrylic set. Love the horizontal layout for my desk. Looks beautiful with my acrylic desk organizer. My desk looks clean and clear now. These are the best-priced acrylic paper organizers I’ve found and I am very impressed." —Hannah Wolf

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three sizes). 

23. A hydroponic bulb vase and holder for those who need a little bit of nature to spice up their cubicle, which usually looks like it hasn't seen the outside in years.

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Promising review: "This is a cute addition to any office especially where space is limited but you still want some live plants." —Guale Owens 

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three other styles). 

24. Or a set ofLego succulents if you don't trust yourself with taking care of real plants, or if you know by the time the weekend hits, you'll just forget about them. At least when you come back to the office on Monday, these will be alive and well! AND you'll have a well-decorated desk! 

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Lego also makes a beautiful orchid set and flower bouquet set.

Promising review: "I love putting together the botanical Lego sets. I did this one to have it on my desk at work instead of a real plant I'll inevitably kill. Great instructions and easy to put together! Love it!" —Catherine 

Get them from Amazon for$39.98.

25. Or maybe, these cheerful Lego botanical "happy plants" that will have you cheesin' even at the measly hours of 8 a.m. when you gotta start work a little early. These cute lil' guys don't require any watering and might just become your new favorite coworkers. 

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Promising review: "As an avid Lego enthusiast, I've had the pleasure of building numerous sets over the years, but this one stands out as a masterpiece. From the moment I opened the box, I was impressed by the thoughtfully organized bags and clear instructions, making the build both enjoyable and manageable. I love plants, so the attention to detail in this set had my heart!" —Jami

Get it from Amazon for $22.96

26. A pack of pastel Ticonderoga pencils — a fun take on the traditional yellow pencil we all know and love. These might be #2 pencils, but I'm sure they'll be your #1 choice when it's time to jot down some meeting notes. 

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Plus, they come pre-sharpened! 

Promising review: "I ordered these from a friend's teacher's wish list so that she could have them for her students when class starts. So let the writing begin, cause one can never have enough pencils, and having assorted colors just makes it a bit more fun." —Virginia

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $6.09

27. An Anker ergonomic mouse, because using a regular, flat-laying mouse is basically a crime for your wrist when you're on your computer all day. This encourages you to use a more neutral position and helps prevent overall strain on your wrist and arm.

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Promising review: "This awesome ergonomic mouse was EXACTLY what I needed to help with keeping my wrist from hurting at the end of the work day. From day one, it instantly helped keep my wrist at just the right posture without having to strain myself. Buttons are smooth, and I DIG the options for the movement speed of the cursor. I recommend this to anyone who spends a lot of hours on a PC." —LiTo

Get it from Amazon for $29.99

28. A set of monitor memo boards if you're guilty of always placing sticky notes on your desk, only for you to forget about them soon after. This keeps them at eye-level and even has a little ledge for your phone.

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Promising review: "These translucent extenders keep reminders in front of me while not interfering with the computer screen. The rounded clips on top hold papers when needed (typing from), and the rounded bottom 'shelves' notecards and/or my cell phone. Well designed! Easy to apply to the side of monitor." —Lucene Caropreso

Get them from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three styles).

29. An acrylic phone stand so you can make sure your phone has a designated spot on your desk and doesn't get lost under all your papers and other clutter. Plus, it's even got space for the cord, so you can still charge your phone while it's on the stand!

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Promising review: "I have to say, this acrylic stand is absolutely fantastic! It’s become the perfect addition to my office setup, and I can’t get enough of it. I’ve been on a mission to give my desk a minimalist look, and this stand fits the bill perfectly." —Mayo-Payne

Get it from Amazon for $6.83+ (available in seven colors). 

30. A pack of 40 cable ties and 20 cable labels in case your collection of chargers and cords is starting to look like a full-on tumbleweed. The ties make them easy to store when not in use, and the labels make it easy to know which is which, so you don't accidentally unplug your computer when you meant to unplug your phone charger.

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Promising review: "I have just started using these but so far, they’re great. I am in the process of trying to reorganize everything. Like most folks, I have quite a number of cords and chargers for electronics which are not paired up. As I decide who goes where and marking them. I can also bundle the cords and fasten the Velcro strips to secure them to save space. There is a nice variety of sizes and colors and my fine-tip permanent marker makes it easy to write on the labels to identify them." —Alice Wildermuth

Get them from Amazon for $25.99

31. A headphone holder you can stick onto the side of your desk or up against your wall, so your fancy headphones can have a place of honor and not take up any unnecessary room on your desk.

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Promising review: "I needed a way to store my headphones and I didn’t want them to be in a case. I was considering getting a stand but I wanted to avoid crowding my already small desk. This holder sticks anywhere and does what it’s supposed to! I got pink to match my headphones, it’s really cute. I let it stick without anything on it for a day just in case, it’s sturdy as ever." —Kevin

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three colors). 

32. A cloud keyboard and mouse wrist rest to keep your wrists ~ergonomically aligned~ and protect them from that harsh desk edge while you type out your 80th email of the day. It's a desktop dream come true!

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Promising review: "Perfect addition to my desk. I spend a lot of time at my desk and needed some wrist pads, but wanted something cute that would match. These are perfect, super squishy, comfortable, and cute. The backside had a few air bubbles in mine, but it doesn’t bother me. They are matte. I think the lighting in the picture just made them super shiny." —Jazmin

Get them from Amazon for $12.66+ (available in 14 colors). 

Reviews for this article have been edited for length and/or clarity. 

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