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The desk is the working hub of the world, almost everybody has one and almost everybody designs theirs differently. Some like a minimal setup with a pen holder, an area for some snacks, and a computer. Others treat the desk as an extension of the home, filling it with stylish ceramics and personal pictures as well as the usual utilitarian suspects.

However you design your space, we’ve picked out some of the best desk accessories from New Tendency, Brain Dead, and Carhartt WIP to brighten your work station.

Browse the best desk accessories below.

Tom Dixon Bookends

Tom DixonBookends
$250
Buy at Selfridges & Co.

Bookends are an underrated office essential - this one shouldn't be missed. Made of recycled marble residue, these feature a hypnotizing swirl motif in two different colorways to add more playfulness to your bookshelf.

Tom Dixon Water Diffuser

Tom DixonWater Diffuser
$105$115
Buy at Mr Porter

It’s scientifically proven that smells can change your mood for the better. When the workload gets hectic, a calming scent is needed for an aura cleanse. Tom Dixon combines notes of watermelon and mineral water for your office to smell and feel fresh.

Brunello Cucinelli Set of Four Glass Tumblers

Brunello CucinelliSet of Four Glass Tumblers
$2,595
Buy at Matches

When meetings require it or you are just feeling a bit fancier than usual, this Brunello Cuccinelli set of glasses will make you feel like you’re in Kendall Roy’s office.

Feldspar China Vase

FeldsparChina Vase
$149
Buy at Matches

There’s a reason why people that surround themselves with nature, live a happier life. There’s no need to work in the wild to bring that calm vibe to your work environment. A single flower stem in a cute vessel like this one from Feldspar will do.

Hay Portable Lamp

HayPortable Lamp
$85
Buy at goodhood

A stationary lamp is not always enough lighting when going through those exhausting all-nighters. This cute portable mushroom lamp will accompany you to the library, to school, or just to chill by your desk to be used whenever needed.

Smythson Ballpoint Pen

SmythsonBallpoint Pen
£320
Buy at Mr. Porter UK

It would be an understatement to say that fancy pens don’t make us feel just a bit smarter. Famed for its sophisticated leather goods, Smythson's collection of stationary pens shouldn’t be overlooked.

New Tendency Toolbox

New TendencyToolbox
$303
Buy at Slam Jam IT

Sticking to its Bauhaus-inspired aesthetic, New Tendency opts for an industrial design for this toolbox. The big circle box features a separation in the middle to keep your tools more organized and also has a handle for added ease-of-use.

Brain Dead Chia Pet

Brain DeadChia Pet
$63
Buy at Slam Jam IT

Brain Dead has been proving time and again, that they master crafting playful objects. Along the way, we’ve seen pieces such as its Ice Cube Tray, its Roller Blades, and now, this Brain Dead Chia Pet.

Carhartt WIP Coffee Mug

Carhartt WIPCoffee Mug
$35
Buy at Slam Jam IT

Lucky are those who can survive a workday without caffeine. I can’t.

New Tendency Tray

New TendencyTray
$285
Buy at ssense

It doesn’t matter how organized you are, desks can get messy quite easily. This baby pink tray will keep your desk looking a bit more put together, all while adding a fun punch of color to your office.

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