34 Pretty Desk Essentials That Will Actually Make You More Productive

Being more productive takes a few tweaks here and there, you need to get the right items on your desk that actually help you get in the zone and get stuff done. You want your desk to be clear and organized, but full of pretty things that help boost your productivity, motivation and free up time to get stuff done.

Yes, it’s true, there are good looking desk essentials can actually help you get into the zone and be more productive. So, if you need a bit of a boost on your desk to get stuff done, here’s a roundup of thirty-four desk essentials that will help you be your most productive self whether you’re working from home or sitting in the office.

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VELVET ZIP PENCIL CASE

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This velvet zip pencil case is a perfect mix of a throwback to our childhood and pretty enough to take to work as an adult. You need somewhere to keep all your favorite pens, so why not use this? Find it here.

 

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PINK PENCIL CASE

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Another great pencil case, this one is the perfect understated pink that’ll allow you to hide your favorite biro from the office thief, but still look organized and neat on your desk. Find it here.

 

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MOTIVATIONAL PENCIL SET

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When you don’t want to commit to something in pen, you need a pencil that motivates you to get sh*t done. These motivational pencils come in a variety of colors and each has an empowering message to share. Grab one for your drafts and doodles, and instantly feel empowered. Find them here.

 

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PENS + PENCILS PENCIL CASE

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Keep a minimalistic vibe with this soft white leather pencil case, all your favorite pens and pencils can be neatly tucked away, making your desk a nicer space to work in. Find it here.

 

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BLACK PENCIL POUCH

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If you prefer a darker vibe, this square pencil case allows you to stash all the pens and pencils you want to keep that don’t fit your organized desk aesthetic. Find it here.

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BLUE PENCIL CASE

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Looking for something more luxurious? This light blue Smythson pencil case is a gorgeous way to hide all the loose pens and pencils you’ve had rolling around your desk. Find it here.

 

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TORTOISESHELL STAPLER

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Clear up all those documents on your desk and use this stapler to staple them together. This chic design not only helps your desk to look fab, but it’ll also help you get organized. You might want to lock it away when you leave the office though, we can see this one getting pinched. Find it here.

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MARBLE STICKY NOTES

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These marble sticky notes are unusual, easy to use, and will help you be super organized. Gone are the days of neon sticky notes, now it’s all about pastels and staying chic. Find them here.

 

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TORTOISESHELL PEN POT

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Matching items are the best! Whether you’re working from home or in an office, you can never have too many pens. This beautiful pen pot will make all your rose gold pens look amazing, you just have to keep them to yourself and stop people dipping their hands into your pen pot! Find it here.

 

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PINK OMBRE STICKY NOTES

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Why wouldn’t your sticky notes follow a theme? These ombre sticky notes are pretty and so obviously yours, nobody in the office can get away with stealing them. Find them here.

 

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TAKE NOTES SET

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Why not have some fun with your sticky notes. Even if you’re sticking yet another reminder about emptying the fridge on the wall, you can use these tongue in cheek vacation-vibed sticky notes to get your point across. Find them here.

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PASTEL OMBRE STICKY NOTES

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With sections for writing notes, dots, grids, and lines, these sticky notes are functional as well as beautiful. You can stay on top of all your daily to-dos with one small square note. Find it here.

 

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DAYS OF THE WEEK TAPE

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If you work in a blank journal or notebook, this day of the week washi tape might be the answer to helping you organize your notes by day. Plus it’ll make your planner look pretty. Find it here.

 

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LEOPARD PRINT PENCIL CASE

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Washi tape that’s pretty and functional? You can use this washi tape to create a timeline and help you work on project management. With times, dates, and days of the week included, you can use this to really organize your notebook once and for all. Find it here.

 

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MONTH AT GLANCE WASHI TAPE

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Again, if you need a little help organizing notes or a jam-packed notebook. This dated washi tape will help you stay on top of deadlines in the coming months. Productivity means drinking enough water. Find it here.

 

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MARA PEN POT

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This Mara Pen Pot by Smythson is the perfect luxurious and chic accessory to gather all your pens in. With four sections, you can even go one step further and organize your pens by color. Find it here.

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SHE BELIEVED SHE COULD PENCILS

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While we’re on the subject of quote pencils, there’s nothing that will make you more productive than pencils that are on your team. These ones will give you a motivational boost while you use them at work and beyond. Find them here.

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STICKY NOTES SET

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Never forget something important again, these gold notes are perfect for reminders, important meetings, notes, and more. Find it here.

 

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ACRYLIC PEN POT

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There’s nothing more minimalistic than a clear stationery set. This acrylic and gold pen pot is the touch of simplicity your desk is crying out for. Find it here.

 

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ROSE GOLD MOUSE MAT

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Why should your mouse mat be boring and grey? There are so few pretty mouse mats out there, it’s time to upgrade the mat you have on your desk and create something beautiful. Find it here.

 

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CIRCULAR MOUSE MAT

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This mouse mat is specifically designed to look good, be minimalistic and help your mouse move faster (thus: making you more productive). In pretty pastel tones, your desk will look a picture. Find it here.

 

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NUMBERED STICKY NOTES

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These sunshiney sticky notes come with twelve numbered points and a different color for each to-do, helping you to stay on top of your list on the go. Find them here.

 

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YES YOU F*CKING CAN PENCIL SET

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If you’re more of a simplistic (and sweary) person, these pencils are tongue in cheek and are perfect for those late nights when you’re not sure if you can hit that deadline/study anymore/come up with any genius ideas. Glance at these pencils and remember: Yes you f*cking can. Find it here.

 

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PAPERCLIP ORGANIZER 

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If you have a lot of things you need on your desk that you need to collect, why not try a gold paperclip themed desk accessory to hold all your papers. Find it here.

 

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MEAN GIRLS PENCILS

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Umm who would say no to Mean Girls pencils? If you don’t want to take yourself too seriously, these pink pencils are pretty and will remind you that you’re so fetch. Find it here.

 

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FLORAL MOUSE MAT

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This square floral mouse is perfect for updating the look of your desk and helping you stay organized and on track. Find it here.


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ACRYLIC TAPE DISPENSER

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While you’re thinking about theming your desk, this gold and acrylic tape dispenser is the perfect mix of minimalistic and chic. Find it here.

 

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ACRYLIC DESK SET 

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With space for pens, tape, notes, and pads, this is the ultimate desk organizer for everything that’s cluttering your desk right now. Find it here.

 

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GOLD SPOTTED DESK ACCESSORIES

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There’s no doubt about it. These desk accessories are absolutely yours, nobody can swipe these, with loud gold prints and hardware, they’re as pretty as they are functional. Find it here.

 

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STAR PENCIL CASE

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Celestial is in right now. This chic embroidered and embellished night sky scene pencil case is the perfect accompaniment to your everyday desk situation. Find it here.

 

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MONTHLY STICKER SET

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This journal and sticker set will help you get (and stay) organized for the month ahead. Simply use the stickers to sort out your important to-dos and goals. Find it here.

 

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WEEKLY STICKY MEMOS

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Who knew you could use a sticky note to plan your week? With this sectioned sticky note set you can track your goals and to-dos easily. Find it here.

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SNAKE PENCIL CASE

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We all know animal prints are in right now. This fashion-forward snake pencil case is the perfect way to stand out and show just how organized you are. Find it here.

 

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ACRYLIC TAPE DISPENSER

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Why not take your tape dispensing to the next level with this super chic designed tape dispenser? It can sit on your desk and provide you with a nice reem of tape whenever you need it. Find it here.

 

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