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My Home & Work Office Essentials
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items I’ve worked both in an office and remotely from home, and these are the things I’ve found myself loving in both (or either!) environment. From desk essentials and organization to little things that make the workday more comfortable, these are my trie...
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Desk Setup & Office Furniture
Tech & Desk Essentials
Organization & Productivity
Movement While You Work
Office Comfort
Desk Setup & Office Furniture
A great standing desk if you want something a little simpler but still want built-in organization! Easily switch between sitting and standing throughout the workday, while the drawers keep little desk essentials out of sight and the keyboard tray giv...
Agilestic Electric Standing Desk With 2 Drawers And Keyboard Tray
If you want a standing desk that actually looks like office furniture, I LOVE this style! You get the flexibility of switching between sitting and standing, but it also has built-in storage, a file cabinet, open shelving, AND a power outlet. Perfect ...
Wrought Studio™ Electric Standing Desk With Power Outlet, Executive Desk With Lockable File Cabinet And Open Storage Compartments, Home Office Desk, Walnut
Perfect for a flexible work-from-home setup! I love that you can easily move this around instead of being stuck working at one desk all day. Use it from the couch, bed, or even as a movable standing workspace when you need a change of scenery. A grea...
Inbox Zero Kristee Adjustable and Movable Overbed Table with Hidden Casters & Reviews
A great option if you prefer a supportive mesh chair! I like that the mesh feels more breathable during long workdays, while the ergonomic design gives you the support you want when you’re sitting at a desk for hours. Comfortable, adjustable, and a s...
Staples Dexley Ergonomic Mesh Swivel Task Chair, Black (UN56946V-CC)
SO comfy and cushiony! I love the adjustable armrests because you can move them out of the way when you want to sit criss-cross in your chair. The back is also tall enough to support your head and neck, which makes such a difference during long days ...
STAPLES Randolph Ergonomic Bonded Leather Executive Big & Tall Chair, 400 lb. Capacity, Black
If you want your office to have a little more personality, I LOVE the idea of a fun accent chair! The floral print adds color and character while still giving guests a comfortable place to sit.
East Urban Home Upholstered Mid Century Modern Floral Accent Armchair with Solid Wood Legs & Reviews
I love having a comfortable guest chair in my office instead of making someone sit in a basic office chair! This one gives your workspace a warmer, more inviting feel while still looking professional. Perfect for coworkers, visitors, or anyone stoppi...
Sand & Stable™ Hertford 26" Wide Mid Century Upholstered Solid Wood Accent Chair with an Extra Pillow & Reviews
One of those boring office purchases that is SO worth having! It helps protect hard floors from scratches and wear from your desk chair while also making it easier to roll around your workspace. It’s clear, so it doesn’t take away from the look of yo...
Staples Hard Floor Chair Mat, 46" x 60", Clear Polycarbonate (ST63676)
I HATE overhead lighting—at home AND in the office—so I love having smaller lamps around my workspace to give me plenty of light while keeping everything soft and cozy. This one is dimmable, has easy touch controls, AND has built-in USB-C and USB cha...
Table Lamps for Bedroom, 3 Way Dimmable Touch Control Bedside Lamp with USB C+A Fast Charging Ports, Nightstand Lamp for Office, Living Room, Reading(E26 Light Bulb Included), Wood
Perfect for a home office! I love that this doubles as both a floor lamp AND extra storage/display space without taking up a ton of room. The shelves are great for books, office supplies, décor, or a little plant, while the lamp adds extra light to y...
SUNMORY 63'' White Floor Lamp with Shelves, LED Standing Lamp 1000 Lumens, Shelf Floor Lamp for Living Room, Modern Lamp for Bedroom, Lamp with Storage Dustproof, Standing Light, UL Certified, White
Give me the lamps! Having smaller lamps around my office is a must! I love these because they give off a softer, warmer light while also making the space feel more cozy and inviting. The wood tripod base is SO cute, and the compact size works perfect...
Mistana™ Fidel Solid Wood Tripod Table Lamp & Reviews
Tech & Desk Essentials
No more sticky notes ALL over my computer and desk! I love keeping this right in front of me for quick reminders, follow-ups, and to-dos that I need to see throughout the day. I can jot something down the second I think of it and erase it as soon as ...
TRU RED™ Glass Desktop Dry-Erase Whiteboard
The keys feel SO smooth and comfortable to type on, and I love that they aren’t loud or clicky—especially when working around other people! It’s wireless, has a clean and professional look, and is perfect if you spend a lot of your workday typing.
Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Keyboard, Black (920-011406)
It looks a little different from a traditional mouse, but the ergonomic vertical design makes your hand and wrist sit in a much more natural position. I love this one for long workdays when I’m on the computer for hours. It definitely takes a little ...
Logitech MX Vertical Wireless Ergonomic Optical Mouse, Graphite (910-005447)
If you prefer a traditional mouse, this is a great everyday option! It’s comfortable, wireless, and the clicks are SO quiet—which I love in an office setting. Simple, reliable, and perfect if you want a good work mouse without needing anything fancy.
Logitech Signature M650 Wireless Optical Mouse ...
LOVE these for work! The open-ear design lets me listen to music, podcasts, or take calls while still being able to hear what’s going on around me. Perfect for an office when you don’t want to completely tune out your coworkers, and just as great whe...
Shokz - OpenFit 2 Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds - Beige
My pick for meetings and calls! I love having a dedicated work headset instead of relying on my computer speakers or everyday headphones. The noise cancellation is especially helpful when there’s activity around you, and the microphone makes it much ...
EPOS IMPACT 860 ANC Headset Microsoft Teams ...
An office essential when the outlet is never where you actually need it! The 6-foot cord gives you more flexibility with your desk setup, and the flat plug is especially nice when furniture is close to the wall.
Philips Surge Protector Power Strip, 6ft Braided Extension Cord, 6 Outlet Extender, 1080 Joules, Flat Plug, White
Because somehow there are NEVER enough outlets in an office! This is such a simple way to turn one wall outlet into space for multiple chargers, lamps, and other desk essentials without having cords running everywhere. Great for keeping everything pl...
6 Outlet Wall Tap White - Dealworthy™
I love anything that serves more than one purpose on my desk! This keeps pens and other little office supplies organized while also giving you a designated spot to charge your phone—without adding another charger to your workspace. Functional, cute, ...
Investme Desk Organizer with Wireless Charging, Bamboo Pencil Holder with 15W Fast Wireless Charger Compatible with iPhone and Samsung for Desk & Nightstand
Organization & Productivity
I use my cork board for decoration rather than organization! I love filling it with pictures, sweet notes and words of encouragement, little memories, and anything else that makes me smile during the workday. It’s such an easy way to personalize an o...
Staples Cork Bulletin Board, 3 x 2 Feet, Oak Frame, Vertical or Horizontal Mount, Self-Healing Surface
Because regular push pins are boring! These little succulents are SO cute and an easy way to add some personality to a cork board while still being functional.
U Brands Succulent Push Pins, Assorted Colors, 9/Pack (3616U06-24)
My FAVORITE pens! I love the 0.38 mm ultra-fine tip because it makes my handwriting look so much cleaner and is perfect for taking detailed notes or writing in small spaces. The gel ink writes smoothly without giving me the thick lines I don’t love. ...
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Ultra Fine Point, Black Ink, 5/Pack (31306)
The clear tip lets you actually see the words while you’re highlighting, so it’s much easier to stop exactly where you want instead of highlighting half the next word. Great for documents, notes, planners, or anything where you’re doing a lot of high...
Sharpie Clear View Highlighter, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 8/Pack (1966798/2128218)
I love having multiple colors for color-coding notes, documents, calendars, or anything I’m working through. The chisel tip makes it easy to highlight text or underline something when I want a thinner line. A simple office staple that I use ALL the t...
Sharpie Liquid Highlighter, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 10/Pack (24415PP)
You can never have too many Sharpies in an office! I love this pack because it comes with different tip sizes, so I always have the right one.
Sharpie Variety Pack Permanent Markers, Assorted Tips, Black, 6/Pack (2135318)
Movement While You Work
I love these for adding a little extra movement to my day without having to stop everything for a workout! Wear them on your wrists or ankles while walking on a walking pad, moving around the house, or getting steps in during the workday. They’re als...
Blogilates Weighted Ankle/Wrist Bracelets - Pink
Another easy way to add some movement into the workday! I keep resistance bands nearby for stretching or doing a few quick exercises when I’ve been sitting at my desk for too long. This set has different resistance levels, so you can switch between l...
Loop Band Kit Blue - All In Motion™: Latex Resistance Bands for Legs & Arms
Perfect for keeping at your desk when you need to get a little movement in during the workday! I love having resistance bands nearby for quick stretches and exercises, especially after sitting for a long time. Easy to grab between meetings or while t...
Blogilates 3pk Resistance Bands - Pink/Green/Orange: Foam & TPR, Medium & Light
Office Comfort
I love having something I can mindlessly play with while I’m thinking, on a call, or just need a quick mental break from staring at my computer. It’s calming, gives my hands something to do, and doubles as cute desk décor. Perfect for making a worksp...
Desktop Zen Garden Kit: Handmade Miniature Meditation Garden
Every office needs a candy bowl! I love having a little treat at my desk, and this frog bowl makes it so much more fun than a basic container. It’s cute, functional, and adds some personality to my workspace while giving me the perfect spot to keep c...
Ceramic Frog Storage Bowl, Whimsical Frog Trinket Dish, Decorative Candy Organizer.
I keep this in my office for extra comfort on colder days. It’s easy to store, has a long cord that works well around my desk, and the different heat settings make it easy to adjust throughout the day.
Electric Heated Blanket, Heated Throw Blanket 50" x 60" Throw Wrap with 5 Heating Levels, Machine Washable, Tie Dye
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