Whether you're still/always working from home or living that hybrid office life, you probably know all about adjusting to the weirdness of living where you work. But if you're relatively new to that WFH life, welcome, we have sweatshirts (Literally! Just keep reading!). Take it from a pro: To maximize your productivity, you'll want to make your workspace as conducive to work as possible. The work-from-home distractions can seriously keep ya from getting your ish done. And if it’s not your S.O. that’s distracting you, then it’s probably your bed that looks oh-so-very-nappable at all hours of the workday.
Plus, there's just something fun about making a space feel like ~you~, ya know? Think: some helpful desk organizers to tidy things up, decorative items to keep those creative juices flowing, and a cute office chair that won’t give you back pain for days. Don't worry, there's also some ways to spruce up your work-from-home fashion so you don't have to spend a ton of money and all coworkers will be like, "Oooo, where did you get that??" every time you hop on a video call. Plus, we've got some fun things that you haven't thought of but totally need in your WFH setup ASAP.
So, if you’re trying to boss up your home office, scroll on to discover all the best work-from-home essentials out there. From adorable coffee mugs to an ergonomic laptop stand to a stunning wall calendar that’ll keep you on top of things: Shop it all, below!
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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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
Make your workspace ~totally aesthetic~ with this wireless keyboard, compatible with PC, Macs, and smartphones. And yes, you can get a matching mouse, too.
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!
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.
Turn any surface into a standing desk with this adjustable converter, which can add up to three feet of extra height to your computer set up. Your back will thank you.
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.
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.
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.
Let me introduce to you the magic of a coccyx pillow. This seat cushion has an ergonomic design that's tailored to be forgiving to your tailbone—meaning you can actually sit at your desk comfortably for once.
This laptop phone holder will allow you to keep an eye on your phone and computer at the same time! You can easily see text messages or answer calls without looking away from your laptop screen.
Claw clips are the unsung WFH hero. Zoom meeting you didn't know would have video on? Throw your hair back and look semi-put together at the same time. And this one's extra-cute JIC you happen to step outside (or turn your head to the side).
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.
Olivia Truffaut-Wong is an entertainment and culture writer and editor who will never turn down a romance or superhero movie. Her work has been featured in The Cut, Refinery29, Teen Vogue, Polygon, Bustle, and more.
Katherine J Igoe (she/her) was a contributing editor for Cosmopolitan and is a freelancer covering style, lifestyle, culture, and beauty (she's obsessed with gift guides, best-of movie lists, and beauty products). She's been a freelance writer and editor for over a decade, previously working for Marie Claire (2018 to 2021) and Bustle (2021), with bylines in the The New York Times, Parents magazine, and elsewhere. She lives in Boston with her family, and you can follow her on Instagram or Twitte. It's "I go to dinner," not "Her huge ego," but she responds to both.