Add Some Personality To Your Desk With These 33 Little Accessories

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Fall-inspired lights you’ll find it very hard to *leaf* behind, bedazzled push pins, cloud shaped box cutters, and so much more.

1. A buildable Lego cherry blossom you can assemble and then admire at your desk, even if there’s zero natural light in your cubicle. Actually, it’ll pretty nice not having to ask Susan from Accounting to (inevitably forget) to water your foliage during vacation. 

2. A floral-inspired dimmable candle-warmer lamp you can safely use to bring the scent of your favorite candle to your workspace (no flames necessary). An added bonus — the candle will last waaaaay longer since it’s not actually burning down!

Promising review: “I bought this on a whim, and I’m hooked. I love the timer and dimmer features. So far, the lamp works great. It doesn’t put out a lot of heat and I love that you can adjust the light. This is now going to be my go-to gift.” —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.98 (available in 10 styles). 

3. A mini waving inflatable tube man that’ll make you want to throw your hands up in the air and yell “WOOHOO!”

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 $8.58.

4. A NeeDoh Nice Cube, a must-have sensory fidget toy for anyone who can’t seem to get their brain to focus on one task at a time (too many tabs open both literally and figuratively!). This lil’ squish block is super satisfying to play with and reviewers love that it isn’t sticky (no gross debris to try to clean off).

Schylling is a small business that specializes in modern and retro toys, games, and sets. 

Promising review: “High quality and very durable! This cube is fantastic for any age and any need. The cube provides slight resistance when compressed, which is both stress-relieving and satisfying!!! Once squeezed, it quickly returns to its natural shape. A great choice!” —Joe stevenson

Get it from Amazon for $8.70 (the color is either blue, pink, or purple and gets selected for you at random)!

5. An Elle Woods Funko Pop! figure that’ll have you saying, “What? like it’s hard?” while you peruse emails with her on your desk as your sidekick.

Promising review: “As a law student, Elle is sitting on my desk to remind me to keep at it no matter what. She arrived in great condition and just as pictured.” —Em H

Get it from Amazon for $9.22.

6. A Post-it note holder complete with a vibrant pack of hot pink notes you’ll exclaim is “purrrrfect” the second you see it IRL. You can use ’em to jot down ideas or, you know, pass silly messages to your work bestie during meetings that most certainly could’ve been an email.

And don’t forget to stock up on your Post-it notes!

Promising reviews: “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 sticky 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 $13.40.

7. A portable Bluetooth retro-style keyboard that’ll replace the clunky one you received when you first started your job — this one is as cute as it is practical and can be used on the go.

Promising review: “I’ve been seeing retro-style typewriter keyboards on TikTok for a while now. I aways thought, ‘That looks pretty cool!’ Decided to look on here and found this one. I just got it today and so far has been working great! I had no problems connecting the keyboard via Bluetooth, and the clicking of the keys is really nice, one of the reasons why I wanted to get this.” —dee

Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in 11 colors). 

8. A dimmable sad duck night-light guaranteed to bring a smile to your face each time you glance down at it. He’ll not-so-happily become your daily desk companion. (We all need one, honestly.)
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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 $15.99.

9. A special edition set of Schitt’s Creek Little People Figures featuring Moira, David, Johnny, and Alexis with a box styled to look just like the Rosebud Motel — a must-have if you haven’t been able to get “A Little Bit Alexis” out of your head since 2019.
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Promising review: “My adult daughter set them up on her workspace. Adorbs!” —a dysfunctional 1

Get it from Amazon for $21.10.

10. String lights that’ll give you ample opportunities to scream-sing “autumn leaves falling down like pieces into plaaaaace” a la Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well.”
These lights are waterproof and battery operated — each pack takes 3 AA batteries.

Promising review: “The lights and leaves on this are so beautiful. They are excellent quality — I have had no leaves fall off like another reviewer stated. I feel like this lighted garland took my fall decor to the next level! My kids and I love sitting under the glow of our fall lights while we read together.” —achri07

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $17.99.

Don’t forget to click the 10% off coupon before checking out!

11. A playful desk mat with a fun design on it to ensure anytime someone walks past your desk they’ll *know* it’s yours. No bland or boring decor over here.

Promising review: “I love this mat, it feels great and the colors are so vibrant. I was surprised how flat it lays even though it is shipped rolled up. 10/10 recommend!” —Vgirl

Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 10 styles).

12. A precious little mushroom lamp for anyone who, admittedly, spends most of their time hanging out at their desk. It comes with a remote that’ll help you swiftly choose from 16 colors and four brightness modes.

Check it out in this adorable desk setup from @kailacottage.

Promising review: “Cute, cute, cute! This is one of the cutest nightlights ever! Not only does it change colors; it can be controlled remotely and changed in a variety of colors and effects, from flashing to slowly fading from one color into another, or if desired, one constant color to match any decor. The brightness can also be adjusted. And the wood base gives it more than the look of a toy; it is perfectly classy.” —roika

Get it from Amazon for $26.99.

13. Retro-inspired notepads that aren’t sticky, so you can quickly write down a reminder to pick up milk on the way home and throw it into your bag without fear of it coming out covered in crumbs and debris. Gross.

These are a popular pick on TikTok — you can get a closer look at them here!

Promising reviews: “They are so cute. Will be purchasing again! Giving my office area character, color, and good vibes. Happy customer!!!” —Capri

“These aren’t sticky notes, just memo pads so if you’re looking for sticky notes, you might want to pass on these. However, these are SO CUTE! They come in five different styles that are all well printed. The colors are great, and the paper is good. Not super thin or anything. There’s a good number of each design in the pad, so I feel like the quality and value is definitely there. I am now using these on the daily! 10/10 love these!!” —Mary M.

Get a set of five from Amazon for $7.99. 

14. A mouse pad designed to look like a chic Persian rug — if you can’t afford to cover your entire living room in its stylish pattern, you can at least enjoy a mini version of it at your desk.
Kotoyas is a small business!

Promising review: “It’s just as functional as any other mousepad and also a cute accessory for your desk.” —Brittany

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles).

15. A glass tumbler with pretty lil’ bows on it that’ll dress up your iced coffee and your desk simultaneously. Coquette vibes are here to stayyyyy 🎀.
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I’m personally *very* here for the girly coquette moment that’s happening. BRB while I’ll add this cup to my own cart.

Get it from Amazon for $16.99.

16. Dainty bulb glasses set in a wooden stand that’ll look sooo chic sitting atop your desk — bonus points if you’re a science teacher or do something cool with beakers for a living.
Promising review: “I was looking for small little vases for my desk. I LOVE these! I took clippings from my Rosemary and they grew roots within a week!!! Lots of compliments!” —S. Hopkins

Get it from Amazon for $18.98.

Don’t forget to click the 20% off coupon before checking out!

17. A set of cute box cutters for when the 10 packages you ordered while admittedly daydreaming during a team meeting arrive, and you need to swiftly open them before your partner sees. 😅
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Promising review: “I love these, sturdy, sharp with retractable blade. I keep them in different rooms. For opening packages or breaking down boxes to recycle. Would recommend and buy again.” —Amy Yasneski

Get a set of six from Amazon for $12.99.

18. A Taylor Swift Little Golden Book adults and kiddos alike will cherish, I’d be remiss not to say it’s “the best thing that’s ever been mine.” The illustrations are gorgeous and it’ll look so cute on display in your home.

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I have this book (as pictured above) and by that I mean the second I saw it available for pre-order I added it to my cart faster than you could say “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.” As the parent of a 2-year-old, I have many Little Golden Books in my home. However, this one is just STUNNING. I’m a big fan of Taylor (obviously) but was really enamored by how beautiful the pages are. I was so excited to read this lil’ biography with my son and teach him a little more about someone I adore. (Which it does a great job of doing in a pared-down way!) It’s a short book, looks cute on my desk, and is a hit for bedtime story time. What more could you want???

Get it from Amazon for $4.78.

19. A brilliant pen holder that’ll have the Shakespeare fan in your life stifling a laugh when they see it — it would also just be a great gift for your coworker who loves quoting “We should totally just stab Caesar!” a la Mean Girls. 
Clever Contraptions / Etsy

Clever Contraptions is a small business based in Oregon that sells quirky but functional items.

Promising review: “Beautifully made. Such a cool desk piece. The holes are a little small for what I’d consider normal ink pens. But I plan to purchase some thinner pens just to put in it. 😂” —Jessica Johnson

Get it from Clever Contraptions on Etsy for $18+ (available in 23 colors).

20. Pretty in pink desk accessories to transform your desk from “hot mess” to “oh, yes!” The set comes with everything you could possibly need to keep your space nicely organized.
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Each set includes a pen cup, mail organizer caddy, paper tray, magazine holder, and sticky note holder. Blu Monaco is a small business that sells organizational products.

Promising review: “I fell in love with this set the moment it came out of the box. It is sturdy, well-made, and definitely worth the price. My living room is all pink, and I just inherited my grandmother’s writing desk, so this fit in beautifully. I am a writer and like to make my writing space as inviting and lovely as possible. This desk set helps me keep my papers, mail, notepad, writing journals, and pens beautifully organized. Worth every cent.” —MRS

Get it from Amazon for $35+ (available in seven colors).

21. A set of colorful gel pens that’ll make you even more excited to color code your to-do lists. When all the pens are placed together on your desk it’ll look like a gorgeous spring bouquet — just lovely!
Amazon

I have these pens at *my* desk and, honestly, adore them. I know, they’re just pens…but they add some much-needed color to mundane tasks. These write very smoothly and don’t smudge (a big win in my book). I’ve even given them as gifts! The set comes with eight different colors (orange, red, pink, blue, green, black, metallic gold, and metallic silver).

Get them from Amazon for $18.

22. A sleek time-marked water bottle you’ll love for its aesthetic — must-have for anyone who has been very meticulous about what they display on their desk.
Arcana is a small business that sells stylish, practical water bottles.

Promising review: “Saw it on TikTok and thought it would be a great bottle for work. It is very sleek and lightweight enough to carry when you have other items in your hand. I love the modern look and cleans very easily! The time increments really do motivate, definitely ordering again for myself and gifts. Fast delivery and very nice packaging.” —Rosa

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes). 

23. AirPod cases designed to look like a classic roll of Hubba Bubba Bubble Tape and a mini can of Arizona Green Tea — aka what you likely spent all of your allowance on in the ’90s.
Amazon

Promising review: “I love these so freaking much!! They look exactly like the pictures. They fit and work great. They are protective and I love the fact that there’s already a clip on them. Great quality, the details and text are clear.” —Raven

Get them from Amazon for $8.99.

24. A ceramic mug and saucer set that’ll give you actual heart-eyes when you fill it up with your favorite bev — everyone in your office will be dying to know where you found such a cute addition to your desk.
The mug and saucer are dishwasher and microwave safe.

Promising review: “Perfect. I am literally obsessed!! I saw this in a TikTok video and the reality is even better.” —Sev Luke

Get it from Amazon for $21.98+ (available in 17 styles).

25. An adorable WALL-E planter that will show off your love for the film without overdoing it — a subtle Disney Adult vibe, if you will. Fear not — the plant is fake, so you can’t kill it.
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Promising review: “This is so cuteee!” —Sofia sixx

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 13 Disney styles).

26. Yoga Joes you can use to set up an *army* of zen and flexible lil’ guys that’ll keep you company at your desk until you can escape work and head to your fave studio for some soothing stretching.
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Yoga Joes is a small business!

Promising review: “I love these guys. They are amazing and a great conversation starter. I have them displayed on my desk at work.” —C.E.

Get a set of six from Amazon for $25.

27. A Bluetooth speaker with an adorable ’90s feel to it you can program with fun pixelated messages, a clock, and animations galore! This lil’ gadget has RGB-backlit buttons and, of course, has the ability to play music and podcasts.

Check out an unboxing TikTok from @thatkawaiigrl! 

BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes loves hers! You can read more on why it’s one of her favorite pieces of desk decor here.

Promising reviews: “I actually 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 feature on 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 pricy though, but it is just so cute. If you’re looking for a sign to buy this, here’s your sign.” —Khuyen Nguyen

Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in five colors).

28. A darling glass water jug adorned in daisies that are s’cute they’ll make you long for springtime all the time.
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Promising review: “Bought this to encourage my girlfriend to drink more water and it worked lol. And she’s always telling me how she gets compliments from the ‘girlies’ in college lol. A great purchase.” —Azi

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six styles).

29. A Baby Nessie Loose Leaf Tea Infuser you’ll want to show off to everyone and anyone, but especially your coworker who doesn’t “believe in silly fairytales.”Promising review: “So stinking cute and works great. I had no loose tea in my cup at all. Easy to clean.” —Adriane R.

Get it from Amazon for $9.45.

30. A set of gel pens that’ll make you even more excited to cross things off your to-do list. When all the pens are placed together on your desk it’ll look like a gorgeous spring bouquet — the tulips even change color in the sun!
Amazon

These pens all write in black ink. 

Promising review: “Very unique. I have them on my table and they change colors in the sunlight, they write very smooth and pretty too. I love them. And you get so many for the a good price.” —Laura

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $8.99+ (also available in packs of 6 and 24).

31. A handmade coaster with pressed flowers inside that’ll look so stunning on your desk you won’t be able to imagine why anyone would possibly want to stow it away in a drawer.
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Auntsign is a small business!

Get it from Auntesign on Amazon Handmade for $15.97 (available in two styles).

Be sure to select the box to receive 20% off before checking out!

32. A Rifle Paper Co. retractable measuring tape featuring the prettiest floral pattern you ever did see — so pretty, in fact, you’ll want to keep it on display at your desk all the time.
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I actually do have this out on my desk. TBH, I use it more as a fidget toy than to measure things. You pull the measuring tape out then press a hidden button in the middle of the dispenser to retract it back. It’s rather soothing, if I do say so myself.

Get it from Amazon for $22+ (available in three styles).

33. And holographic push pins that’ll add a little *~razzle dazzle~* to the cork board you mounted above your desk to keep your endless notes you’ve jotted down somewhat orderly.
Classy Tacks

Classy Tacks is a small business that creates fabulous office decor and accessories.

Promising review: “These are adorable!! They are cuter in person. I’m getting ready to go back to the office and wanted fun thumbtacks for my wall.” —Nilda C.

Get a set of eight from Classy Tacks on Etsy for $11.75+ (available in seven styles).

Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.