Stylish Home Office Essentials You Can Buy for Under $25

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published 30 August 2020

Nowadays, a home office is one of the most important rooms of the house—and for good reason. As many professionals are set to work from home for the foreseeable future, it's important to have a space where you can take Zoom calls and focus on a project without being distracted by your kids, partner, or roommate.

That said, decorating your at-home workspace is easier said than done. Back when you worked in an office, you'd fill your cubicle with whatever supplies your office manager ordered. Now? Your office is where you spend all your waking and sleeping hours, so it should be equal parts practical and pretty.

Fortunately, good style doesn't have to cost you a small fortune. The Internet is filled will cute desk accessories that won't break the bank. To help, we're sharing 10 of our favorite finds you can buy for less than $25. Happy shopping!

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Pelloa Journals Notebook|Currently $7.99

No matter how digitized the workforce becomes, there's something incredibly satisfying about jotting down all of your great ideas in a notebook. If you want to give your smartphone a rest and keep things old-school, pick up this pretty option from Pelloa Journals. With 120 lined pages, this option has plenty of room to take notes, flesh out ideas, and, of course, doodle. Plus, the pretty, watercolor-inspired cover will receive a lot of compliments during your next Zoom meeting.

U-Brands 3pk Organic Shaped Double-Sided Cork Tiles|Currently $8.99

Cork boards might be an office staple, but they're not particularly stylish. Fortunately, U-Brand's cork tiles give this essential a modern flair. Available in three pretty colors, these egg-shaped tiles will look more like a piece of art than a cork board. But thanks to its porous material, you can easily attach inspiration quotes, receipts, and a paper with all your important passwords. All that for under $10? Consider us sold.

Demon Chest Office Mousepad with Gel Wrist Support|Currently $11.99

Never underestimate the power of a great mouse. Though there are so many options to choose from, the right one will stay in place, allow your mouse to seamlessly glide from point A to point B, and support your wrist. Fortunately, this ergonomic model from Demon Chest does it all—while looking good, too. Available in a handful of colors—ranging from lime green to a versatile black—there's an option to suit your personal style. (This gray hue, for example, will give your desktop a cool, minimalist edge.)

BBSKIN USB Essential Oil Diffuser|Currently $15.99

Just because you're working from the comfort of your home doesn't mean your job is any less stress. If you want to keep your calm during a particularly difficult workday, pick up this essential oil diffuser from BBSKIN. This pint-sized option hooks up to your computer's USB port, offering an easy, low-maintenance way to relax. Simply add a calming scent like lavender, turn it on, and this little diffuser will take care of the rest. Plus, its dome design almost will trick visitors into thinking its a piece of modern art.

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Kelsey Mulvey is a freelance journalist in San Francisco, who covers all-things design and lifestyle. Her work has been featured in publications Architectural Digest, ELLE Decor, and Apartment Therapy, among others.