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17 Random But Amazing Things to Make Your Desk as Summery as Possible

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We all get a little impatient waiting for warmer weather (even though spring just happened).

And, the whole being-stuck-in-the-office-all-day only makes things tougher, especially if your chair faces a stark-white wall instead of a window looking out onto the perfectly blue sky.

Luckily, I know just the trick: Bring the sunshine to you!

Seriously—with any of these 17 items, your desk will feel instantly cooler and brighter, no matter how dull your workspace is.




The freshness of flowers, indoors.




Intimidate them with your décor and your qualifications.




Because a slipping door is no competition for a sharp (and cute) doorstopper.




Spring clean your bland water bottle with something fresh and vibrant.




I promise it won’t “octupi” too much space on your desk, but it sure will make it prettier!




There’s nothing like an organized schedule for a breath of fresh air.




Just the pops of color you need to bring the bright side to the inside.




No matter what you’re writing, it’s bound to have personality.




This sweet organizer is just what you need to keep your workspace in order.




This sticker will help you bee-lieve you’re outdoors (without the fear of being stung).




A cool new way to erase mistakes.




What about folders that offer a fresh way to arrange your work?




No need to be melon-choly with this refreshing mousepad.




Who needs real sunshine when you can feel like one every day?




It may not be a piña colada on the beach, but it’s close enough.




Add this sleek stapler to your desk and you’ll be golden.




How about some anchor paperclips to hold you down while you crank through those papers?