1. A set of adorable cat gel pens that'll make you actually look forward to taking notes during long meetings that are ~purrr-ty~ boring otherwise.

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Promising review: "I bought these on a whim to cheer up my desk at work. They are adorable and look exactly as pictured! All six pens work and I have no complaints so far. I bought them to take notes, but they're such a fine point that I might keep some of them at home for drawing...Not sure how long they would hold up for drawing, but they don't bleed at all and they have a finer point than a Sharpie pen for little details. Overall, I'm very happy with this purchase!" —Hailey

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $5.39 (also available as a pack of 12).

2. Or a set of pens with large beautiful gems if you wanna feel extra fancy while jotting down your to-do list for the day. Plus, they'll add a touch of elegance to your desk area!

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Promising review: "I love the look. They feel smooth when writing and are a nice accent to my home office." —Mrs Seals

Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.79.

3. An absurdly cute and surprisingly great-sounding Bluetooth speaker for anyone whose desk could use some serious '90s vibes. It looks like a teeny tiny retro computer, and you can program the screen to display the time, pixel art, and a variety of little games and animations using the real RGB-backlit buttons.

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Even when you aren't using it to play your favorite songs and podcasts, you'll love it as a piece of entertaining decor to gaze at when you need a little break from focusing on your daily tasks.

Promising reviews: "I impulsively purchased this because I saw it on TikTok. I have had it for a little over a month now, and it is actually the best item I have purchased in a while. I admit, there is a slight learning curve when setting it up because there is not a clear-cut instructions guide for all of the features, but once you figure it out, it’s so worth it. 

It is really multifunctional, and you can customize it to your liking. I really love the mini-games featured here, like Tetris and Snake, because they all bring back childhood memories for me. My favorite part is the fact that it works as a speaker, and when I play music, I can have little videos sync to the music. Who knew a tiny little speaker could bring me so much joy? It is a bit pricey, though, but it is just so cute. If you’re looking for a sign to buy this, here’s your sign." —K

Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in five colors).

4. A dry-erase desktop whiteboard you'll love doodling on when you need *something* to get through hour three of back-to-back Zoom meetings. It's also a great way to save paper when you need to jot down quick notes, and it's the perfect place to put reminders so that you actually see them.

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This whiteboard also comes with a dry-erase marker, an accessory channel (to hold the marker), and a storage drawer.

Promising review: "So much fun and function! The little drawer on the end was a bonus! It makes for a great daily reminder and saves sticky notes, too! :)." —Angela M Quinn

Get it from Amazon for $29.42 (available in five colors).

5. A colorful wireless keyboard and mouse set here to make working at a computer all day more enjoyable. The keys have the feeling of an old typewriter, making a soft and soothing *click-clack* that'll add some ASMR to your workday, and the set comes in a variety of cute colors you can match to your space! 

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The USB receiver is what helps this keyboard-and-mouse duo work wirelessly (no Bluetooth needed). Simply insert it into your computer to connect!

Promising review: "I absolutely love this keyboard! It connects to your Mac/PC laptop with a USB piece and is operated by AA batteries. The keys really do feel like a typewriter, and I get all the nostalgia and fun of typing on a mechanic keyboard. 10/10." —Katherine Dinh

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

Pssst...if you're looking for a compact version (i.e., without the numeric keypad), Amazon has that, too! Check it out for $28.99+ (available in 10 colors).

6. A friendly boba tea pencil holder who has a positive attitude no matter how stressful things get. It even pops up into a case for when you wanna take your pens and pencils on the go! 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love this pen case! It's cute, with plenty of space for my pens, highlighters, lotion, earbuds, and lip balm. The fact that it zips is another big plus because I can toss it into my work bag, and nothing falls out. I have gotten several compliments at work! I don't have a designated workspace, so I travel with all my work necessities, and this keeps everything I need for immediate use in one small space." —Kindryll

Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in five colors/styles).

7. An adjustable phone stand you can use to hold your phone vertically or horizontally, in case you wanna keep an eye on incoming notifications or watch a little Netflix to help get you through loooooong and boring afternoon slumps.

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Promising reviews: "I love it. I use my phone for conference calls (WFH), and I don't know how I lived without this. It's sturdy and keeps the cord out of the way. It's right there in my face, so I can mute it while on work calls or just see notifications at a glance. Highly recommend." —Cyndie L. Tozzo

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in nine colors). 

8. A crochet floral phone charger that might make you intentionally drain your phone's battery just so you can plug it back into this adorable cable.

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Keeley's Crochetis a small business based in Brisbane, Australia.

Promising review: "Very cute and pretty, good material." —Roos

Get it from Keeley's Crochet on Etsy for $30.05+ (available in micro USB, iPhone lightning, and USB-C cables; also available in a half set of florals or a full set).

9. A rolling hyacinth filing cabinet because office furniture doesn't *have* to be ugly. You'll enjoy being in your WFH space a whole lot more if it matches the decor in the rest of your thoughtfully decorated home!

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Promising review: "Super stylish, well-constructed, barely any assembly required. Filing cabinets are an office essential, and these actually look sophisticated enough for an elevated home office at an AMAZING price point. I bought two and the quality was consistent between both." —Tara P

Get it from Target for $59.99 (originally $114.99, available in two colors).

10. A cute tissue box cover you'll wanna keep stocked at all times because of how fun it is to pull tissues out of the chimney.

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Here's why BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly loves these:

"I, an adult woman, cannot remember the last time I bought a box of tissues for my home (though I have several purse packs). It may have been when I most recently had a sinus infection, which I guess was 2+ years ago. But now that I’m playing house as a grown-ass person in an apartment to myself, I’m trying to be *responsible*. So obviously buying this whimsical tissue box cover we’ve featured in a million BuzzFeed shopping posts is peak adulting.

Perhaps the reason I’ve been so bad at keeping around a box of tissues is because tissues just look...kind of ugly out in the open. But not with this lil’ cover! Now, it’s a ~design element~ that I’ll hopefully remember to keep full. For now, it’s filled with a square box of tissues I unearthed from my old apartment’s closet while packing; it's presently neatly housed inside the tissue box cover, providing the 'smoke' for the tiny chimney. The only downside to committing to this box is that I'll have to buy square-shaped tissue boxes only now. But I can live with that. And with my not-snotty nose."

Get it from Amazon for $6.16.

11. A disco-ball mousepad that'll make even the dullest workday feel a little more like a party.

Meme Cuisine / Etsy

Meme Cuisine is a South Carolina-based small business!

Promising review: "Adorable and great quality. Makes computer work aesthetically pleasing again🤣💕." —Shelby Gill

Get it from Meme Cuisine on Etsy for $18.75.

12. An LED display portable turntable because the charming crackle and warm sound of vinyl will make your home office feel a whole lot cozier. Plus, needing to flip or change the record will make sure you remember to take a quick break to stretch your legs (and maybe do a little dance) from time to time!

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This model comes with Bluetooth capability to stream music from your phone or vinyl collection.

Promising review: "This record player has a great sound for such a small and compact portable player. I am amazed at how good the sound quality is. It is super easy to use as well. Definitely worth the purchase!" —Cheryl Burns

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three colors).

13. A sport-brella for anyone who always thinks it'll be fun to take a break from their office space and work outdoors until they realize 1) it's hot — halp, 2) it's bright, and 3) the sun is making it hard to read their laptop screen. Instead of giving up and going back inside after 10 minutes of squinting, sweating, and swearing, try using this umbrella designed with SPF 50+ to block the sun! Simply clamp it onto your chair or the table and rotate it until it's providing the perfect amount of shade for a comfy and productive outdoor work sesh!

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Promising review: "This has made working from home outside possible! I can bend the umbrella from three different angles and even rotate it. Great shade for my laptop to keep it from overheating in the sun, but small enough that I can stand next to it (clamped onto the side rail of my deck) and still get a little sun myself! Best money you'll spend this year!" —Melissa H.

Get it from Amazon for $26.57+ (available in two sizes and six colors).

14. A handmade floral coaster that just might be the most beautiful thing you've ever set your drink on. These stunning coasters will bring a lovely garden vibe into your workspace. Plus, your desk will look much nicer if it isn't covered in water stains. 

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BTW — Poppy & Pour is a California-based small business that has been creating custom flower coasters, keychains, and more since 2020.

Promising review: "Beautiful! Well crafted and unique design." —Danielle

Get it from Poppy & Pour on Etsy for $14+ (available with or without golden rim).

15. A DeskCycle so you can squeeze in a workout *while* working if you hate sitting still all day long.

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Promising review: "Pleasantly surprised with this DeskCycle! I wasn't sure how well an under-the-desk cycling device could work, but I get back and hip issues when I sit still for too long, and I don't always exercise daily the way I'd like to. I worried this might be a waste of money, but it was on sale, and I thought I'd take a shot. I've been using it for a couple of weeks, and I am really happy with it. 

It's very quiet, and it cycles very smoothly. I'm in decent but not excellent shape (I walk about 10 miles a week), and even using the cycle at the lowest of eight resistance settings for a total of about an hour a day, I am noticing my legs getting stronger. I am definitely less stiff after a day in front of my computer than when I sat still. I would recommend this product to anyone with a computer job who needs a little more movement in their lives." —Tamara

Get it from Amazon for $149.99 (available in two styles and three colors).

16. A sturdy and super cute Post-it note holder who just wants to keep you company and make sure you can jot down a quick note-to-self whenever you need! 

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Promising review: "Not only is this holder adorable, it actually stays in place! I've had other dispensers that would move around or fall over when I would grab a Post-it note from it, which defeats the purpose. Nice to have it work right! Doesn't take up a ton of space either." —Libra Lady 78

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

17. A vibrant, patterned desk mat that's basically a giant mouse pad if your desk could use a little brightening up. You'll love resting your hand on the soft surface, *and* it'll protect your desktop from scratches, stains, and spills.

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Promising review: "I am loving my desk/mouse mat. I needed a desk protector, and this was perfect. I have a lacquer-finished desk (think shiny and shows allll the fingerprints!). I like that I also don't have to make room for a mouse pad on my already full desktop. The neoprene back keeps it locked in place, and I haven't experienced any slipping of the mat. And there was no smell when it arrived (some have mentioned that the mat has a smell — this one did not!)." —Candi Drake -Zambelli

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and a variety of designs).

18. A wall-mounted shelf desk in case you've been reading this post and wondering where you would fit all of this stuff in your teeny tiny home office. This desk lets you take advantage of unused vertical space, giving you extra room for office essentials *and* fun decor!

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Promising review: "I had this blank corner in my living room and I just knew this ladder desk would be a gorgeous addition to the area. I don't have an extra room for an office or even the kind of space in our small home to designate to a bulky desk. It was very easy to assemble, it took maybe 25 minutes to put together. 

I love having my own spot to get my work done on my MacBook. Plus, this spot is perfect to work on any crafts/DIYs. I added a pouf seat instead of a chair just to save even more space since it easily slides underneath the desk. Anyway, I'm so stoked about this purchase! I highly recommend it." —Heather Nicholson

Get it from Amazon for $139.63 (available in three finishes and sets of two).

19. A ridiculously cute sea otter tape dispenser you'll wanna nominate for employee of the month even though they *technically* aren't on the payroll.

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Promising review: "No one is buying this tape dispenser for any purpose other than to look cute on a desk. It definitely does that. It’s adorable. Just look at that happy, furry otter face. As a bonus, it also holds tape, which is useful in a variety of situations. It’s also very sturdy and isn’t likely to go flying when you forcefully grab a piece of tape from it (if you’re an aggressive gift wrapper, by chance). This otter tape dispenser is one of the few novelty items that actually does what it’s supposed to do. Two paws up." —Bargler

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in four other cute designs).

20. A mini waving inflatable tube man here to remind you to stand up, have a little stretch, and do a funny dance every once in a while throughout the day!

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Promising review: "I opened the package and screamed for joy! As I placed the 9-volt battery my hands were trembling with what was going to happen next! As I turned on the wacky waving inflatable tube man, I knew I had a friend for life. Someone you can really count on to cheer you up when you are feeling down. He brought me such joy I started to cry with laughter and happiness." —Robert Wurstner

Get it from Amazon for $11.66.

21. A set of gold cable organizers for adding a touch of elegance to your desk while reining in your tangled mess of chargers.

Brighttia / Etsy

Brighttia is a New York-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in industrial and modern interior lighting and decor.

Promising reviews: "So thankful to have the perfect accessory to organize my charger cables! Super easy to stick to the side of my table, and they remain very securely attached.." –Lacy

"So much nicer for a desktop than the clunky cheap options." —kathyzeigler01

Get a set of two from Brighttia on Etsy for $21.98 (available in 12 colors).

22. A dimmable sad duck night-light that'll have you saying "SAAAAAME" at the end of long work days. You'll love having someone cute to commiserate with, and the yellowish glow will help brighten and warm up your space. 

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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 $16.99+ (available also as a dog and pear).

23. An impressively detailed, dual color moon-shaped light to give your office a cozy lunar glow.

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Promising review: "I originally bought the 7-inch moon for my husband as a gift of 'I love you to the moon and back' for our anniversary... Well, I loved his moon so much that I kept stealing it from our bedroom and taking it to the living room. So, I bought myself the 5.9-inch moon to compare sizes and have one to call my own. As it turns out, the slightly smaller 5.9-inch one is just as amazing as the 7-inch.

These moons charge up fast with a cord (with a cool 'blue moon' color when charging) and then once charged, they are completely free from cords or any connection dependence. They light up with a very detailed real moon surface design in white or yellow, and it will totally mesmerize you. You can literally 'hold the whole moon in your hand' and use it as a cordless and battery-free lamp, a night-light, a lantern, or a quasi-candle in the dark. The wood stand is sleek and super easy to assemble and is a perfect accent to any room décor. These moons are the best gift for friends, family, co-workers, kids, pets, and spouses." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in four sizes and three styles).

24. A prismatic window film — it's easy to stick on any glass surface for an extra layer of privacy *and* some gorgeous rainbow reflections when the sun peeks out that'll make your workspace feel a little more magical.

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Promising review: "I can't tell you how surprised and delighted we were at the rainbow effect this film has. I bought it to make a window overlooking the street more private, and I thought I would appreciate seeing the rainbow colors on the window itself. But then, when the light was shining on it at the right angle, it cast these beautiful rainbow colors on the wall. So I bought a second roll to put on one of our master bedroom windows that overlooks our neighbor's patio so I don't have to draw the curtains. In the morning now, the light comes in at just the right angle to pass through the rainbow prism and cast beautiful rainbow colors on the wall. And the bed. And the cat." —J. B.

Get it from Amazon for $5.80+ (available in 14 sizes and four colors).

25. A white and gold rolling office chair that'll take your WFH setup to the next level. Working long hours won't feel quite as draining when you're sitting in a chair this comfy and aesthetically pleasing!

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Promising review: "This chair exceeded my expectations! I bought it for my home office. I’m sitting 9–10 hours a day and this chair is very comfortable. I love it; it is very chic and stylish." —Twana York

Get it from Amazon for $172+ (available in 13 colors).

26. Or a simply elegant, swiveling armless desk chair if you prefer to sit cross-legged while working or sitting at your vanity. It's also great for guitarists and other musicians who find that armrests get in the way.

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Promising review: "If you're looking for an aesthetically pleasing, comfy chair — this is it. I was looking for something that would be comfortable enough to get me to work out of bed (a vice of mine). I prefer wide chairs so I can sit cross-legged or any other position that strikes my fancy. Roller chairs bug me and my room is too small for me to need that much mobility. Plus, since the chair has no arms, it easily slides under my desk, making my room feel more spacious when I'm not working. It's really gorgeous, and I'm so happy I found it. Worth every penny." —alexander bank

Get it from Amazon for $169.99+ (available in four styles).

27. A beautiful desk with a natural birch finish and three rattan-detailed drawers, because if you're gonna spend most of your day stuck in your home office, you might as well be sitting at a stunning desk that'll make you feel on top of the world. 

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It also makes a great vanity table!

Great news: Reviewers say that this desk arrives nearly assembled. All you have to do is attach the legs and you're done!

Promising review: "OMG I found my dream desk! It is beautiful in every way!! It was a bit pricey, but trust me, it's 100% worth it because it is solid wood and will last for years to come. The rattan is what makes this unique while the drawers have plenty of room for storage. Setup was super easy, just attaching the legs. Overall, plenty of work space. It's a gorgeous, quality, heavy, and sturdy desk :)." —C.K.

Get it from Wayfair for $335.99+ (originally $399.99; available in two colors).

28. And finally, some fairy lights that'll transform your workspace into a cozy, glimmering dreamland you won't mind spending most of the day trapped in.

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Also, there are eight different lighting modes, and you can get either warm, cool, or white light, as well as colored options. OH — and if you love how the setup looks in the picture on the left, you can add some fake vines with the lights, like the reviewer did!

Promising review: "I've been looking for fairy lights for my curtains for a while. These are great and look great! I love the multiple settings you can use to set the right mood/ambiance. I'm currently using them in my gaming office and really like the aesthetic feel to the room now." —Charlie V.

Get the warm white lights from Amazon for $17.59+ (available in two sizes, four styles/colors, and two packs).

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