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1. 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.
2. A "Liquipen" for anyone who grew up with a lava lamp but knows setting one up at their desk probably isn't *ideal*. Watching the little blobs float up and down will ease their mind and give them a chance to regroup before diving back into a project.
Promising review: "I broke up the three-pack and gave one pen as a gift for a class gift exchange and put the other two in stockings for Christmas. Good quality and approved by both the 8-year-old and 49-year-old husband, who is a kid at heart! Definitely recommend." —Kindle Customer
Get a set of three from Amazon for $21.99.
3. A dimmable sad duck nightlight 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.)
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.
4. Or 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 night lights 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.
5. A Post-it note holder complete with a vibrant pack of hot pink Post-it 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.
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 $16.22.
6. Novelty meat-shaped sticky notes that even look like they're about to be served up during a hot pot sesh — it doesn't get much quirkier (and oddly, useful?) than this.
Promising review: "I loved the whimsical attributes of these stickies! I tend to strive to be quirky, as it keeps students engaged! A piece of ham, bacon, or steak makes for interesting activities!! The stickiness of some 'cuts of meat' could be better, but, we teachers are creative, so not an issue! The cost was a great value as well! —S. Milligan
Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99+ (also available in fruit, vegetables, and seafood styles).
7. 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.
8. Or a mousepad starring both your favorite meme and your typical mood when working all day — your coworkers, who likely share your enthusiasm, will definitely relate.
Promising review: "Ordered this to use at work and every single person who's seen it has commented on how funny it is. The quality is great, color is bold, and the printed lines/edges are clear (no blurring of the image). It's slightly larger than a standard mouse pad, which I kind of like. Definitely a great buy and worth the cost." —K Kuykendall
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+.
9. 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 $35.99+ (available in 11 colors).
10. A strawberry mouse for anyone looking to bring tutti frutti vibes to their workspace — no, I don't care if that's not yet a trend, we're gonna make it one with this adorable gadget, OK!? 🍓
Promising review: "I use this for my work laptop, I mostly bought it to be cute and kind of as a joke, and especially considering the price I wasn’t expecting greatness. I’ve had it a few months now and I’ve been pretty impressed it works surprisingly well, and glows when you move it! If you have smaller hands, it’s actually kind of the perfect shape lol. Definitely use it with a mousepad so the bottom doesn’t get banged up over time and for smooth mouse movement. Wish there were more designs like this one. I’d definitely buy more!" —Shannon Farkas
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
11. 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.
12. A petaled desk chair for anyone with office goals that simply consist of feeling like they're living inside The Little Mermaid — this fabulous-beyond-fabulous chair even comes with a bow-shaped lumbar support pillow. Did I mention how fabulous it is?
Promising review: "I love the material. It’s soft and won't scratch the walls. It’s comfy. I love the wheels because it’s easy to push around." —Diane DeRosier
Get it from Amazon for $99.74+ (available in six colors).
13. 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.
14. 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 anyone sees. 😅
Promising review: "I love these; they are sturdy and sharp with retractable blades. 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 $13.99.
15. 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 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 27 colors).
16. A felt letter board you can use to create silly or motivational phrases to help you get through the work day — might I suggest just a simple "You better work (cover girl!)" a la Ru Paul?
Promising review: "I got this letter board to set up at my desk at work. It's a big hit. I love the look and design of the board itself, and so far, I have yet to not have enough letters/numbers/symbols/punctuation to complete the message I wanted to put on it." —ThePinkPenguin
Get it from Amazon for $20.95+ (available in 27 colors and four sizes).
17. A set of magnetized balloon wall hooks that'll either provide you with some spooky Pennywise vibes (hey, I'm not here to judge) or just a quirky way to stow your keys and other office supplies.
You can either stick them on the wall using the three included adhesive pads, hang them on a screw or nail (not included), or simply put the magnetic back of them on metal surfaces.
Promising review: "I use these hooks on my fridge to hang oven mitts and other utensils. Love the design of these. The magnet is quite strong and haven't had any issues with them sliding down or falling off. Obviously there are cheaper alternative hooks, but what you're mainly paying for is the balloon design and the 'fun' factor of it. I'm a fan!" —darwin4lunch
Get a set of three from Amazon for $14.99.
18. A dimmable candle warmer lamp in case you've been itching to bring some Alice in Wonderland feels to your home office — this beauty will let you enjoy the scents of your fave candles without creating a potential fire hazard at your desk. 😅
Promising review: "This candle warmer emits a soft light that looks beautiful coming through the glass. I love how it warms my candles making the room smell wonderful. I think this warmer may work better than just lighting my candles. I like that it has a timer option which is convenient. I highly recommend this warmer for anyone that likes candles." —win diesel
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in eight colors).
19. A framed cork board for anyone who has an extensive pin collection they'd love to show off at their desk — while this one was *originally* designed for earrings it'll also do a great job showcasing some of the odds 'n' ends you've gathered over the years.
It also has a catchall in the back you can use to store your rings and bracelets that are too cumbersome to type with all day.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $24 (available in two colors).
20. 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.
21. A 24-oz Simple Modern leakproof tumbler that is way more playful than a lot of the other popular designs on the market. It's giving "all eyes on me in the center of the ring just like a circus" á la Britney Spears.
Promising review: "We ended up getting our whole family these cups. These kid's cups are impressive. They don’t leak! I figured they would have a slow, steady drip, but no, they are solid. I really like that the straws are flexible, and I don’t have to worry about my kids knocking out a tooth or taking out their eyes. 😅 I also appreciate that the straw inside stays attached and doesn’t randomly fall off like other cups we have had in the past." —Brian T. Berg
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 22 styles).
22. A set of fruit-shaped coasters to brighten up your desk and prevent your beloved iced coffee from sweating all over it (and that spreadsheet you *just* printed). It comes with seven fun designs so you can share 'em with your work wife!
The set comes with coasters shaped like an orange, a lemon, a lime, a kiwi, a watermelon, a pitaya, and a carambole. (A star fruit!)
Promising review: "Got these for my desk at work. They're super cute! The material is flexible and sturdy, and it protects the desk nicely. Look great, even just left out. I'm very happy with them." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of seven from Amazon for $4.59.
23. A ceramic mug and saucer set that'll give you actual heart-eyes when you fill it up with your favorite bev — everyone on your video call will be dying to know where you found such a cute addition for your desk.
24. A glasses holder you can use to keep your readers in place instead of dumping them into your desk drawer — it'll also serve as a conversation piece to help fight off those awkward waiting-for-the-virtual-meeting-to-start silences.
Promising review: "Granddaughter gifted this item to her teacher. Teacher absolutely loved it! Teacher said, 'Now I have an extra set of eyes to watch all of you!' This product is now the class pet. The entire class loves it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in seven animal 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.
Silver Buffalo is a small business!
Promising review: "This is so cuuuute!" —Sofia sixx
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 12 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.
27. Frankenstein wall art with a whimsical twist to perfectly combine your love of classic horror and sugary candy — what more could you possibly need in your home office?
Yellowbird Art & Design store is a small business!
Promising review: "They are actual photos I thought they would be card stock or something. They are gorgeous!!" —marisol garcia
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in two sizes).
28. 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 $79.92 (available in five colors).
29. Or a set of Lego succulents, in case you constantly find yourself forgetting to change the water of real flowers and would fare much better with a display that won't wither away.
Lego also makes a beautiful orchid set and flower bouquet set.
Promising review: "This is the second set of this purchased within our household. We gave the first one to my daughter, who put it together and took it to work. My wife loved it, so we bought it again, so my wife could have Legos on her desk too!" —Curiosity Clicks
Get them from Amazon for $39.99.
30. Gummy bear–shaped push pins that'll add a glimmer of your quirky personality to the cork board you mounted above your desk to keep your endless notes you've jotted down somewhat orderly.
Classy Tacks is a small business that creates fabulous office decor and accessories.
Promising review: "I thought these would add some fun color to my bulletin board. I received 14 as promised in the colors shown. They are really cute and look just like the real thing. I stuck them into my bulletin board and they stay put. They arrived in a clear plastic heart container with a small piece of mesh that kept the tacks straight without damaging the little bears. It was practical and looks nice enough to give as a gift. Very happy with this purchase and would order again!" —Shel Gatto
Get a set of 14 from Classy Tacks on Etsy for $6.94+ (originally $9.25+; also available in larger pack sizes).
31. And a DoodleBob pencil holder you won't be able to resist adding to your cart — and why should you? Let this helpful lil' guy give you a hand while you take care of the rest of your to-do list.
AVA Style Crafts is a small business that crafts unique 3D printed items.
Promising review: "Awesome quality. Gonna be a nice conversation starter in the office for sure!" —Vincent
Get it from AVA Style Crafts on Etsy for $10.
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