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I'm Amanda Davis (she/her), a Shopping & Products Editor at BuzzFeed who specializes in many topics, including beauty, fashion, home decor, and my personal favorite — small businesses.

This case is compatible with the MacBook Air 13-inch with Retina Display and Touch ID, 2018-2021 models. Cases for the MacBook Pro 13-, 14-, 15-, and 16-inch can be found here!

Promising review: "This crocodile computer cover is sooo cute and stylish 🤎🐊 It fits my laptop perfectly and feels really protective without being bulky. The texture gives it a luxe look, and it’s great for keeping my computer safe from scratches. Love this for everyday use!" —Jaila Hill

"Pretty and functional! I’ve been having a moment with the Pantone cloud dancer, and this hits the aesthetic perfectly. Very easy to put on, fits my MacBook like a glove, made sure I verified my model number to buy the correct size. It’s a beautiful creamy white and looks and feels like leather. The embossed pattern and cut-out for the Apple logo give it such a high-end look, considering the demure price point. I plan on getting this in black, too." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $16.14+ (available in 22 styles and colors, and for the 13-inch MacBook Pro).

Promising reviews: "This is ADORABLE! I love love love everything about this keyboard. It’s satisfying to the touch and visually appealing. It’s easy to hook up (just some batteries and plug in to your computer)! I love green, and it matches well with my room and desk setup." —Seba

"I absolutely love [this keyboard]!... It connects to your Mac/PC laptop with a USB-C port and is operated by AA batteries. The keys really do feel like a typewriter, and I get all the nostalgia and fun of typing on a mechanical keyboard. 10/10." —Katherine Dinh

Get it from Amazon for $26.98+ (available in nine colors).

Pssst... If you're looking for a compact version (i.e., without the numeric keypad), Amazon has that too! Check it out for $29.99.

It comes in two pieces — one you can prop in front of your keyboard, and the other in front of your mouse.

Promising reviews: "I've been working from home due to COVID and began experiencing wrist pain. The soft cushion from both items provided the relief I needed. Great products and price!" —Gaga2015

"Having worked from home for almost a year now without any ergonomic cushion, I finally decided to buy this, and I'm so glad I did.They come with stickers that you can place to avoid movement, but so far they don't seem necessary...The mouse pad cushion feels perfect! I appreciate not having the ball of my palm resting against a hard surface all day long. This also isn't sliding around on the desk. Feels perfect. These cushions have a great memory foam feel but not so much that they are very sensitive to the touch; they mostly keep their shape." —UAstudentn

Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in 24 colors).

You'll get a matching cloud-shaped coaster, too! ☁️ 

Promising review: "When it comes to my desk setup, I’m all for aesthetics but also practicality. I genuinely need a wrist rest for my keyboard, and I’m super picky about the way they feel. This wrist rest is super squishy and AMAZING quality. It’s comfortable and super cute. I’m obsessed!" —Mel🤍

Get the three-piece set from Amazon for $13.29+ (available in 11 colors). 

Promising reviews: "I honestly cannot get over how dreamy this board is. It’s easy to install, the frame looks high-quality, and the size is perfect. It’s nice because it has two holes in the back to stop it from moving/swaying... The design is so gorgeous and versatile that it can fit so many different interior styles. Would 1000% recommend!!" —Amazon Customer

"This pinboard gives such a nice look to my office! I can’t wait to fill it up! My design vibe was moody vintage, and this fits perfectly!" —Ruben Rivera

Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "If you spend hundreds of dollars on a pair of headphones, it’s worth it to spend an extra $30 on a stand so you don’t just have them lying around and taking an impact every time you lay them down. What I love about this stand is that, as you can see from the pictures, it has perfect dimensions to rest the headphones in a way that 1. Distributes pressure across the headphone band, and 2. Gives ample room for large pads to rest on the sides without compressing them. This kind of design will really help to preserve the life of the soft parts of the headphones so you don’t have to replace them. I measured my headphones and compared them with the dimensions of different stands on Amazon, and actually, there aren’t a lot of stands designed this way. And, it looks nice as well." —CoffeeMe

Get it from Amazon for $33.59+ (available in walnut and birch).

Promising review: "Absolutely beautiful novelty item! ...The shell is nicely formed, and a good quality. It is substantial, a good weight, not flimsy... It's covered with a heavy pearlescent finish that makes light and color flow across it. It's very pretty! The pearl light is a solid cream white ceramic and looks wonderful in the shell, with or without the light on...The batteries are replaceable and are easy to replace. I am very happy with the one I got, and will be buying another." —Michele Lyons

Get it from Amazon for $22.88+ (available in pink and white). 

Promising review: "I’ve bought this twice now, one for my actual office and another for my home office. The mat is HUGE, and can easily fit two laptops, a mouse and mouse pad, and a full-size keyboard. Great quality, no peeling, and has held up amazingly well. Easy to clean, too. I’ve spilled coffee on it many times; I just dry it off with a paper towel and go over it with a Lysol wipe. Doesn’t ruin the material at all." —Victoria

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five sizes and in seven color combinations).

Promising review: "For the cost of this, you get all great quality items. They match and they are comfortable! I love them, they make my office more vibrant and fun! The size is perfect for any basic setup, and my mouse is no longer jumping!" —Kristina Rothe

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in eight colors).

This desk features height memory preset options (going from 28.9 inches to 46.5 inches), USB charging, and has an anti-collision feature where it automatically stops moving when it touches something in its way.

Read more about the benefits of standing desks at Cleveland Clinic.

BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes has had her standing desk for years!: "I have a FlexiSpot electric standing desk at home and love it — it's a great brand, and mine hasn't given me any issues over the past few years." 

Promising review: "I’ve been wanting to get a sit/stand desk for a while, and this one was perfect for my home office! It was easy to put together, stylish (love the minimal design and bamboo-like top), solid, and I especially love the smoothness of the way it goes up and down. There are settings you can set up to your liking. The extra USB connections are helpful too. It’s not often a table this sleek has any storage, so was happy to find one with a drawer to store all my essentials as well. Highly recommend it!" —Jessica Uzarraga

Get it from Amazon for $229.99+ (available in two sizes and styles). 

Promising review: "I took a chance and bought this originally as a 'Band-Aid fix' to refinish a desk. I had looked in stores in the contact paper aisles, but all of them were just that...paper. THIS item is actually a thin sheet of vinyl (?) with adhesive, and I ended up liking it so much that I bought more and refinished my kitchen countertop with it as well! Highly recommended if you want to change the look of your counters, but you don't have the money for a full remodel just yet. It can be cleaned with dish soap and water just like a real countertop." —Z

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 11 sizes and five styles).

Promising reviews: "Love these crates... The colors are cute and bring a little fun to what’s otherwise a boring cabinet. Great $/value compared to pricier brands." —Bridget

"A great storage option. I like these collapsible boxes—they are handy, and they also look cool, which can be hard for a box to do. I love the color choices, so there are plenty of options. Easy to assemble. Worth it." —D. Lowery

Get a set of three from Amazon for $24.95 (available in two sizes and seven color combos).

Promising review: "These shelves look beautiful...The scalloped design is adorable and adds a cute touch to [the] space. She loves having her favorite books displayed and easy to reach. They are well-made, sturdy, and the size is perfect for... little decor items. Installation was easy, and they feel very secure on the wall. I love them so much that I plan to order another set for my classroom. Highly recommend!" —Flowers to Fashion

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $29.97 (available in three sizes and six colors).

Promising reviews: "It's so teeny and cute, but still fills my living room with sound. I love that it's so easily portable and the battery lasts for hours." —winnerlauren

"This is the cutest little stereo! The sound is surprisingly good for how small it is — and it is SMALL. But that doesn't bother me at all! Super cute!" —Leah

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 14 colors).

Papier's planners can be personalized, too! You can add in your own name and change the title of your planner from "Daily Planner" to "My Goals," "Productivity Planner," etc.

Get it from Papier for $32 (available in three colors, in over 150 different designs, and also as a productivity planner).

Promising review: "I’m such a fan of Mr. Pen products, and these highlighters are at the top of my list! I have bought several packs over the last year because I use them so much that I go through a pack pretty quickly. I mainly use them for Bible highlighting and in my planner and on my calendar to color-code various appointments and events...The colors are stunning!...The pastels and lighter colors did not bleed through at all...I will continue to buy these over and over again every time I run out because no other highlighters have met my standards like these." —jbk

Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in various color sets and pack sizes).

The entire set includes: A mouse pad, a coaster, and a woven bookmark.

The FY Shop is a small business based in Turkey. 

Promising review: "I love these carpet-style mats! The rubber mouse pads I had been using had rough edges that kept irritating my skin. These large, soft ones are such a relief to my wrists and such a beautiful upgrade to my desk décor! The quality is good; they look just like the pictures; they arrived well-packed and in good condition, within the expected timeframe; and Tumay at the FY store was kind and helpful as I was placing my order. :)" —JM

Get it from The FY Shop on Etsy for $19.99+ (originally $28.56; available in 18 colors. Coasters also sold as a set of four).

Promising review: "Exceeds expectations! I’ve been searching for nightstand lamps for months! I fell in love when I saw them, fell in more love when I got them!! Beautiful!!!!!" —Amazon Customer

"We have a mid-century living [room], but wanted a touch of a Nordic / Japanese style. This is perfection. It’s a great value, offers good brightness and lighting, and is compact, yet the accordion-style shade offers just enough presence and personality. The gold looks great too!" —Jeb

Get it from Amazon for $34.28 (available in two finishes).

Read more about how ergonomic office chairs can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "Buy this chair. I’ve bought so many office chairs over the years. The classic Goldilocks story— this one’s too bulky, this one’s too flimsy, that one has too much hard plastic… yada yada. I think this one might be it. Really comfortable, solid build, attractive but the best feature is the wide seat. I can criss cross my legs easily to relieve the pressure in my hips which is life changing if you’re chained to your desk sitting in meetings all day." —Larissa Harrison

Get it from Amazon for $113.99+ (available in two materials, with or without wheels).

Promising review: "Just as described... and more!!! This chair is a well-deserved 5-star for sure. The assembly was a breeze and actually came with more bolts than needed...I was a bit concerned with the green color, but it looks so much nicer in person. The grid for the backrest just looks clean and gives the whole chair such a sleek look! The cushion took some breaking in, but was very comfortable afterward. The chair is height-adjustable and low enough to fit under my table! Overall, I’m very happy with the purchase for the quality and price of the unit. Would highly recommend it. It was a great addition to my room!" —Tin Huynh

Get it from Amazon for $146.99+ (available in brown or green, with/without armrests).

These lights have an adhesive strip on the back, so application will be easy peasy!

Promising review: "I have procrastinated in writing this review and am actually happy to say that after a year, the product is continuing to stay strong. The adhesion is as strong as it was on day one, and this product is continuing to meet and exceed expectations. I have noticed significantly less eye strain. If I were needing computer monitor backlighting again, I wouldn't hesitate to repurchase." —college_engineer

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available for monitors up to 80 inches).

Woodovia is a small business that designs and crafts its own wooden organizers and home accents.

Promising review: "This wooden pen holder is beautifully crafted and thoughtfully designed. The quality is immediately noticeable; it is solid, well-finished, and clearly made with care. The color is soft and elegant, and the modern, minimalist design makes it feel more like a decorative object than a simple desk accessory. It adds a subtle architectural touch to my workspace while staying functional and uncluttered. A perfect balance of form and function, and a great piece for anyone who appreciates clean, modern design. Highly recommended." —Burak Begen 

Get it from Woodovia on Etsy for $20.14+ (originally $30.99+; available in five styles). 

Promising reviews: "Beautiful. This is great quality and it looks like a real painting. 💗" —Yana Cucias

"I absolutely love this swan painting! The quality is even better in person — the colors are soft yet striking, and it adds such a calm, elegant touch to my space. The details in the feathers are gorgeous and give it a sense of movement and grace. It feels both modern and timeless, and it completely transformed the look of my wall. Shipping was quick, and it arrived perfectly packaged. Couldn’t be happier with this purchase!" —Lauryn Spells

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in four sizes and 35 styles).

This gallery wall set is a digital download that you can print out at home, through an online printing service, or through your local print shop. If doing it on your own, the seller suggests at least 300-grain textured paper for high quality. Reviewers say it's easy to do and even more beautiful in person!

7Art Prints is a small business that provides tons of beautiful printable posters and art prints, making decorating your home easy as heck.

Promising review on 7Art Prints' quality and service: "Great quality prints! Had so many size options to choose from to fit whatever size print you need! I had no issues printing them out either. I love how mine turned out! Highly recommend!" —Noucee Thao

"The prints are amazing quality, the seller is really kind. I needed the background to be a different format and they responded super fast and delivered it even quicker! Would recommend 100% and will be coming back for more prints in the future :)" —Lucia

Get it from 7 Art Prints on Etsy for $8.44 (originally $16.88).

Promising reviews: "Works great. I love these...I can use them to mark lines or just as a bookmark." —Amazon Customer

"Much, much bigger than I expected!... They will be cute and the clip will easily and conveniently mark your page. They are good quality clips, and the charms are nice...Great value, most are cute, very functional." —Kay

Get the 8-piece set from Amazon for $6.49+ (available in six styles).

🎶 It's me, hi. I'm the impulsive buyer; it's me. 🎶 After seeing this gooorgeous candle warmer online time and time again (and trying to ignore the urge to buy what I absolutely didn't need)...I finally did it, and WOW, am I glad I did. This lamp looks even better in person, it warms all of my candles evenly, and after moving it to my desk, I figured out it can be used as the cutest mug warmer, too! It comes with two compatible 50-watt warming bulbs that melt candles from top to bottom. The dimming feature is also really convenient for both the brightness of the light and for how fast or slow you want your candle to melt! This would definitely be a 12/10 gift. 

Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in clear and gold). 

Ewart Woods is a small business based in Latvia that creates handmade organization and storage solutions that blend into your home decor.

Promising review: "These are so cute and are very well made. They have nice 'feet' that I wasn't expecting, and the craftsmanship is super. The wood is well sanded with a nice poly applied. Not too thick though, so the natural wood finish shows, and it's not shiny." —Debe Jolliff

Get it from Ewart Woods on Etsy for $17.96+ (originally $21.14+; available in sets of 1, 3, 5, & 10 with three material options).

Promising review: "I first saw this lamp at a friend’s friend’s house and immediately knew I wanted one too. After using it for half a year, I’m still very happy with my purchase! It provides plenty of light while creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere in the room. The interchangeable filters are a nice touch — I like switching them out occasionally to keep things fresh, and having three sets included is really convenient. Assembly was quick and straightforward, which is always a plus." —D.

Other things to keep in mind: raising your laptop or monitor up to eye level makes for better ergonomics (i.e. reduced eye and neck strain), PLUS by lifting your screen up, you make more room on your desk for storage underneath the stand. Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "Love it! Functional, stylish, and easy to set upThis stand is great quality and fits my desk perfectly. Both leg sizes came in the box, and assembly was quick and simple. I left the plastic on for a day or two just to be sure, but I ended up loving it. It really helps keep my desk organized and maintains a clean, aesthetic look. Very happy I chose the wood color — I’d absolutely buy it again!" —Imari Richards Sampson

Get it from Amazon for $59.49+ (available in natural and white). 

Here's why BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly loves these:

"I, an adult woman, cannot remember the last time I bought a box of tissues for my home. (Though I have several purse packs?!) It may have been when I most recently had a sinus infection, which I guess was two-plus years ago. But now that I’m playing house as a grown-ass person in an apartment to myself, I’m trying to be *responsible*. So obviously buying this whimsical tissue box cover we’ve featured in a million BuzzFeed shopping posts is peak adulting.

Perhaps the reason I’ve been so bad at keeping around a box of tissues is because tissues just look...kind of ugly out in the open. But not with this lil’ cover! Now it’s a ~design element~ that I’ll hopefully remember to keep full. For now, it’s filled with a square box of tissues I unearthed from my old apartment’s closet while packing; it's presently neatly housed inside the tissue box cover, providing the 'smoke' for the tiny chimney. The only downside to committing to this box is that I'll have to buy square-shaped tissue boxes only now. But I can live with that. And with my not-snotty nose."

Promising review: "I love, love, love this faux zebra rug. It's perfect for a little desk area and great for under the wheels of a chair. This is priced well and was delivered on time. It's so pretty!!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in four sizes and two colors/styles). 

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