“Don’t you love New York in the fall? It makes me want to buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address. On the other hand, this not knowing has its charms.” – “You’ve Got Mail”
(A very Meg Ryan fall indeed!)
But, truly — fall never fails to send me in search of fresh writing implements, notebooks and notepads, and other accessories to zhush the desktop. We just established a new workspace on the top floor (this desk!) and I’ve been shopping for fun little add-ons for the area. A few favorite finds pour l’escritoire —
MONOGRAM NOTEPAD // LETTERPRESS // MARBLED PENCIL ORGANIZER // SPIRAL NOTEBOOK // FLORAL NOTEPAD // PENS // STICKERS // TABLE LAMP // TISSUE BOX COVER
01. As you might imagine, I’m particular about notebooks; I hand-draft in them constantly. These are my absolute favorite, and have been for years. The paper quality is top-notch (no bleed through) and I prefer to write on gridded paper, which you can get in these! I also love the textured covers, the brass binding, and of course — you can have them personalized! These are a go-to gift of mine for fellow creatives. I think I’ve gifted one / will have gifted one to every interlocutor in my book tour lineup by the end of this fall! (PS — several events coming up soon! Please join!!!)
02. Hand-painted marble pencil organizer.
04. I keep this on my desk as a daily reminder.
05. Adore the floral design on this desk mat.
06. Love these and these for document storage!
07. My favorite gel ink pens. These are everywhere in our home.
08. Fun tissue box cover — it’s the little things that add joy / polish!
09. Customizable refillable notepad. So elegant.
10. Chic provencial print on this wastepaper basket.
11. Adore these notepads — the quality of the paper, the binding, and the designs = next level. Use code JEN10.
12. Thinking ahead: a seriously pretty desk calendar. I must have one within my line of sight all day! Makes scheduling, planning, etc so much easier. I am constantly checking it.
13. Unique colored edge notepads. I have these in my cart.
14. Legal pad set.
15. Fun stickers for bookworms. (More gifts for book lovers here.)
16. A tape dispenser you’ll want to keep out.
17. I have these return address stickers in my drawer — ideal for things like mailing in checks, forms, etc.
18. The pattern on these file folders sparks joy. Why opt for manila when you can have pattern?
20. I think every desk area needs a bulletin board (<< this is the exact one I have).
21. Gleeful set of polka dot brush-tip pens.
22. More legal pads — in fun colors.
Decorating Desks with Books!
Also — my lowkey favorite way to decorate virtually any space, office/desk or otherwise, is with books! Some of my favorite coffee table / desk books here, and spotlighting a few below. So pretty to style with!
HILMA AF KLINT // LINEN // THE GARDEN BOOK // GREEN LINEN // SMALL WONDERS // THE WORLD OF PETER DUNHAM // THE ARCHITECTURE OF TREES
My Favorite Office Rugs.
A couple of really chic office rugs depending on the vibe you’re after. Note that all of these are machine-washable — but even if they’re too big to realistically stuff into the laundry, they aren’t so spendy that you’ll gasp if you spill something. Use code JEN for a discount.
P.S. Dressing like a bookstore owner in the 90’s.
P.P.S. Cabin core.
P.P.P.S. 13 welcome inconveniences.
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