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these customizable desk shelves
Jerry & Maggie Desktop Organizer Office Storage Rack
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these customizable desk shelves
Jerry & Maggie Desktop Organizer Office Storage Rack
Now 27% Off
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Add storage to your desk with this adjustable office storage rack, which you can set up and organize to fit your WFH aesthetic.
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an aesthetic phone charger
Rifle Paper Co. Wireless Charger
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an aesthetic phone charger
Rifle Paper Co. Wireless Charger
Credit: Rifle Paper Co.
Minimize mess on your desk by swapping your traditional cord charger for this wireless one instead. It might take up slightly more space, but you’ve gotta admit, it sure is prettier than a bunch of messy wires.
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a fun way to check the weather
Uncommon Goods Cloud Desk Sculpture
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a fun way to check the weather
Uncommon Goods Cloud Desk Sculpture
You don’t need Alexa to tell you what it looks like outside, this fun sculpture changes depending on the air pressure.
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a lap desk so you can work in bed
LapGear Home Office Lap Desk
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a lap desk so you can work in bed
LapGear Home Office Lap Desk
You can stay in bed or chill on the couch with a cute little lap desk. This one gets bonus points for the phone holder.
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this really useful ring light
QIAYA Selfie Light Ring
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this really useful ring light
QIAYA Selfie Light Ring
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Say goodbye to bad lighting during Zoommeetings with this clip-on ring light.
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this compact under-the-desk bike
Vaunn Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser
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this compact under-the-desk bike
Vaunn Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser
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It won’t fully replace a workout, but this easy-to-use, light bike pedal exerciser is great to get your legs moving and your blood pumping, even if you’re stuck in back-to-back meetings all day.
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an inspiring notebook
CopperandBrassPaper Goal Getter Spiral Notebook
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an inspiring notebook
CopperandBrassPaper Goal Getter Spiral Notebook
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Get inspired with this Copper and Brass Paper notebook, aka the perfect place to jot down notes, thoughts, and brainstorm ideas.
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this small, but pretty dry-erase board
TSJ OFFICE Small Dry Erase White Board
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this small, but pretty dry-erase board
TSJ OFFICE Small Dry Erase White Board
Now 27% Off
If you have a S.O. or roommate, keeping track of meetings is a must. Put reminders and updates on a white board so you know when you have to keep quiet!
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this lavender desk accessory set
UPIHO Purple Office Supplies Set
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this lavender desk accessory set
UPIHO Purple Office Supplies Set
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Color coordinated desk accessories? It’s almost too cute to use, but someone’s gotta do it! This little accessory set comes with everything you could ever need, including a small, but not mini, stapler, tape dispenser, scissors, staples, index tabs, paper clips, and thumbtacks.
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a colorful hourglass
MarianSelfy Round Hourglass
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a colorful hourglass
MarianSelfy Round Hourglass
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It’s easy to get distracted when you’re working from home, but it’s also just as easy to power through the whole day without taking a break. Get a cute hourglass — this one comes in 15, 30, and 60 minute intervals — to encourage yourself to take a break.
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a keyboard that’s actually cute
Logitech K380 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard
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a keyboard that’s actually cute
Logitech K380 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard
Now 25% Off
Make your workspace ~totally aesthetic~ with this wireless keyboard, compatible with PC, Macs, and smartphones. And yes, you can get a matching mouse, too.
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a no-hassle printer
HP DeskJet 2755e Wireless Color All-in-One Printer
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a no-hassle printer
HP DeskJet 2755e Wireless Color All-in-One Printer
Now 12% Off
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If your job requires a lot of paperwork, then a wireless printer is a must. This one from HP works with the HP Smart App, so you can control the printing from your smart phone.
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this smiley desk buddy
TheBuildPlate Small Smile Pencil Holder
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this smiley desk buddy
TheBuildPlate Small Smile Pencil Holder
Now 23% Off
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Cure your work-from-home loneliness with this smiley desk buddy. Fill it with greenery, pens, or candy! The best part? If this little guy is in your zoom window, but you want to look more ~profesh~ just turn him around to hide his face.
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a Zoom-friendly blazer
Old Navy Notched-Collar Pixie Blazer for Women
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a Zoom-friendly blazer
Old Navy Notched-Collar Pixie Blazer for Women
Credit: Old Navy
Turn any work-from-home outfit into something Zoom-meeting worthy by throwing this classic black blazer over it.
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this cute, but reliable lip balm
Glossier Balm Dotcom Lip Balm and Skin Salve
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this cute, but reliable lip balm
Glossier Balm Dotcom Lip Balm and Skin Salve
Credit: Sephora
Another thing to always keep at your desk? Glossier’s Balm Dot Com, which helps your lips stay oh-so-smooth and protected from dryness. Plus, it comes in multiple scents to give yourself a little boost of sweetness throughout the day.
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a fancy water bottle to keep you hydrated
Klean Kanteen Wide 32oz Water Bottle with Twist Cap
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a fancy water bottle to keep you hydrated
Klean Kanteen Wide 32oz Water Bottle with Twist Cap
Credit: Amazon
Make sure you get your sips in during the day with a bright water bottle that is so cute and convenient, it’ll make you want to keep yourself hydrated.
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a motivational undated planner
bando Weekly Undated Planner
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a motivational undated planner
bando Weekly Undated Planner
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Give yourself a daily affirmation while also keeping track of your calendar with this undated planner. It’s perfect for those who don’t need to use a planner every week and hate having a ton of blank pages.
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this luxe and delicious smelling hand cream
54 Thrones Mini African Beauty Butter
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this luxe and delicious smelling hand cream
54 Thrones Mini African Beauty Butter
Credit: Sephora
Not only will this luxurious body butter/hand cream keep your hands soft and smooth, but the act of massaging your hands and taking the time to smell the yummy scent will help you reduce stress during the day.
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this white and gold desk
CosmoLiving CosmoLiving Camila Desk
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this white and gold desk
CosmoLiving CosmoLiving Camila Desk
Now 37% Off
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A chic, minimalist desk WITH drawers to stash away your extensive gel pen collection? Sounds like a literal dream come true.
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this “it has everything!” WFH kit
Pinch Provisions Work From Home Self Care Kit
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this “it has everything!” WFH kit
Pinch Provisions Work From Home Self Care Kit
Credit: Revolve
We all need some self-care rn (prob more than ever), so gift someone you love—or yourself—this all-in-one set. It has a facial roller, scrunchie, phone stand, conference call bingo card (lol), ear plugs, webcam cover, desk yoga guide(!), dry shampoo, fidget cube, nail file, and more.
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