81 Best Work From Home Essentials 2023 — Home Office Accessories
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81 Work-From-Home Essentials to Give Your Home Office a Major Upgrade

And they’re all hella cute too!

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong, Katherine J Igoe and Alexis Bennett
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Margie Rischiotto

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!

1
this smart mug

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

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this smart mug

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

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Do you babysit your cup of coffee or tea throughout the day? I suggest grabbing this mug that'll keep your hot drink warm for hours and hours.

2
this footrest

ComfiLife Foot Rest for Under Desk

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this footrest

ComfiLife Foot Rest for Under Desk

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Having a footrest will help reduce any back pain you might've been feeling. This option can be adjusted depending on your height and it's made with a plushy memory foam.

3
A Noise-Cancelling Headset

Jabra Mono Wireless Headset

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A Noise-Cancelling Headset

Jabra Mono Wireless Headset

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You won’t have to worry about echoes or noisy backgrounds during conference calls with this headset. YW.

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4
the two-in-one digital clock and phone charger

MOSITO Digital Wooden Alarm Clock with Wireless Charging

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Digital Wooden Alarm Clock with Wireless Charging
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the two-in-one digital clock and phone charger

MOSITO Digital Wooden Alarm Clock with Wireless Charging

Check the time and the weather, and charge your phone all at once with this digital alarm clock. Just like that, you'll never miss a meeting again.

5
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

Now 27% Off
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Add storage to your desk with this adjustable office storage rack, which you can set up and organize to fit your WFH aesthetic.

6
a fun way to check the weather

Uncommon Goods Cloud Desk Sculpture

Cloud Desk Sculpture
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a fun way to check the weather

Uncommon Goods Cloud Desk Sculpture

You don't need Alexa to tell you what it looks like outside, this fun sculpture changes depending on the air pressure.

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7
this cool phone gadget

DK177 Laptop Phone Holder

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Laptop Phone Holder
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this cool phone gadget

DK177 Laptop Phone Holder

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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.

8
this compact under-the-desk bike

Vaunn Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser

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Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser
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this compact under-the-desk bike

Vaunn Under Desk Bike Pedal Exerciser

Now 27% Off
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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.

9
this humidifier with therapeutic essential oils

GuruNanda Halo XL Humidifier & Diffuser

Halo XL Humidifier & Diffuser
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this humidifier with therapeutic essential oils

GuruNanda Halo XL Humidifier & Diffuser

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This is both a humidifier and essential oil diffuser, so your skin will never look more hydrated (a must in any kind of cold weather). Plus, it smells incredible. Bonus: Leave it on at night!

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10
an adjustable standing desk converter

SHW 36-Inch Height Adjustable Standing Desk

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36-Inch Height Adjustable Standing Desk
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an adjustable standing desk converter

SHW 36-Inch Height Adjustable Standing Desk

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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.

11
this really useful ring light

QIAYA Selfie Light Ring

Selfie Light Ring
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this really useful ring light

QIAYA Selfie Light Ring

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Say goodbye to bad lighting during Zoom meetings with this clip-on ring light.

12
this "it has everything!" WFH kit

Pinch Provisions Work From Home Self Care Kit

Work From Home Self Care Kit
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this "it has everything!" WFH kit

Pinch Provisions Work From Home Self Care Kit

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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.

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13
this posture supporter

ComfyBrace Posture Corrector-Back Brace

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this posture supporter

ComfyBrace Posture Corrector-Back Brace

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Resist the urge to hunch over your computer with this adjustable shoulder brace made to improve posture and keep you upright as you work the day away.

14
this neck and shoulder massager

HoMedics Quad-Action Shiatsu Massager

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Quad-Action Shiatsu Massager
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this neck and shoulder massager

HoMedics Quad-Action Shiatsu Massager

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Working from home can get a lil painful—especially for your neck and upper body area. Invest in this massager that you just throw on your shoulders. It features a deep kneading shiatsu massage with three speed settings.

15
a retro mini-space heater

F.EASY.D Small Space Heaters for Indoor Use

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a retro mini-space heater

F.EASY.D Small Space Heaters for Indoor Use

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Keep your work station nice and cozy with this cute space heater. Aim it right at your keyboard during cold days to avoid those mornings of hands so frozen you can barely type.

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16
An Ergonomic Laptop Stand

SOUNDANCE Silver Laptop Stand

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Silver Laptop Stand
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An Ergonomic Laptop Stand

SOUNDANCE Silver Laptop Stand

Trust me: Your back will thank you for this. Having your computer screen at eye-level keeps you from hunching over, which helps to reduce shoulder and neck pain. We do love to see it!

17
a lap desk so you can work in bed

LapGear Home Office Lap Desk

Amazon’s Choice
Home Office Lap Desk
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a lap desk so you can work in bed

LapGear Home Office Lap Desk

You can stay in bed or chill on the couch with a cute little lap desk. This one gets bonus points for the phone holder.

18
An Adorbs Candle Set

Uncommon Goods Terrarium Candle

Terrarium Candle
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An Adorbs Candle Set

Uncommon Goods Terrarium Candle

Your usual office probably has a no-candle policy, but you can light ’em up at home, especially when they’re as cute as these babies.

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19
a keyboard that's actually cute

Logitech K380 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard

K380 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard
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a keyboard that's actually cute

Logitech K380 Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard

Make your workspace ~totally aesthetic~ with this wireless keyboard, compatible with PC, Macs, and smartphones. And yes, you can get a matching mouse, too.

20
this cute desk mat

Towwi Dual Sided Desk Pad

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this cute desk mat

Towwi Dual Sided Desk Pad

Now 16% Off
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A desk mat gives you an assigned space to do your work. Plop one of these pretty bbs onto your desk or kitchen table, and you'll instantly feel a lot more organized and in ~work-mode~.

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Olivia Truffaut-Wong
Editor

Olivia Truffaut-Wong is an editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers beauty, entertainment, and lifestyle. She loves finding and testing the best skincare products to recommend, like the best tinted sunscreens, and is always researching the best cat accessories for her fur baby. She has over 10 years of experience as an entertainment and culture writer and editor, and her work has been featured in The Cut, Refinery29, Teen Vogue, Polygon, Bustle, and more.  

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Contributor

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.

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Alexis Bennett is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan. She lives for a good sale. You can follow her shopping obsession here and on Instagram.
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