Wooden Desk Shelf

Ditch the ugly plastic office shelves and replace them with a pretty wooden one that’s not only aesthetically pleasing, but also holds both practical and display items. We like this one for its unusual configuration, plus it’s small enough to fit on most desks.

Price: From approx $21

Succulent House Planters

Your succulents and office plants deserve a prettier pot. These little planters, which resemble miniature houses, will put a smile on anyone’s face. They come in various sizes to accommodate different-sized plants, too.

Price: From approx $10

Cat Hot Water Bottle

Being in the office means not being able to deal with cramps and discomfort the way you would be able to at home, but a hot water bottle can help. This cat-shaped one isn’t just adorable, it can hold up to 130C and it’s microwaveable. It’s also got a large enough opening so that you can pour water in without worrying it might spill — an often-overlooked but important feature of a hot water bottle.

Electric Diffuser

The office can smell musty after a long absence — perk things up with an invigorating scent and a cute electric diffuser. We like this one, which features little antlers or bunny ears, changeable lighting, and can contain enough water to diffuse for up to 8 hours. Did we also mention it’s powered via USB?

Price: From approx $14

Mirror with Marble Base

Need to touch up before a big meeting or dinner date? A discreet, stylish mirror is a must. Our pick features a marble base where you can store your rings and bracelets if they get in the way of typing, and the mirror itself can swivel upwards to face the ceiling, so it looks more like an art piece than an actual mirror when you’re not using it.

Price: Approx $12

Thermal Jug

Now that you’re back in the office, it’s more important than ever to hydrate, especially with all that air-conditioning. Keep this thermal jug at your desk so you don’t have to keep getting up to refill your water — it comes in 1L and 1.8L sizes, and has double-walled insulation that can keep the contents at around 70 degrees Celsius for up to 6 hours.

Price: Approx $26 for the 1 litre version

Convertible Nap Pillow

If you’ve ever been so tired you had to lay your head down on the desk (let’s be honest, who hasn’t?) you’ll know how uncomfortable it is, plus there’s the risk of waking up with neckaches and marks on your face. This nap pillow takes care of all that by giving you a place to rest both your arms and head. When not in use, it can be turned into a lumbar support pillow or head rest. It’s also machine-washable, so you can take it home for a wash now and then.

Price: Approx $6.70

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