Give your desk a makeover with these 7 cute ideas

Keeping your desk organized and stylish at the same time can be a difficult task to achieve.

It’s easy to get lost under stacks of paper and piles of pens, along with all of your other desk accessories. Whether you work from home or in an office, filling your desk with decorations and items you love can make a big difference.

From little quirky trinkets and pops of pretty, to a bit of greenery, spruce up your space with these seven ideas for decorating the chicest desk ever from the editors of Porch.com!

1. Mix, match & layer

Let the color scheme of your decor define your desk. Whether you like gold and glam, black and white or bright and bold, mix and match your favorite colors to create a space that represents you. If you have a smaller desk, layer your decor and accessories to save space.

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2. Hang up a mirror

For those of you who work from home, double your desk work space as a vanity table by adding a large mirror as a decoration.

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3. Accessorize

Stay stylish by accessorizing with chic office supplies that are not only handy, but also trendy.

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4. Pick the perfect planner

Keeping your daily schedule on track will help you stay organized even at the most hectic of times. Pick a day planner to accompany your desk, like this Design Love Planner, to make you look and feel fabulous.

Photo courtesy of The Design Love Co. via Monika Hibbs

5. Add a touch of greenery

Incorporating plants into your office space is proven to increase productivity and creativity while reducing stress. Whether it’s a little potted plant, orchid or succulent, try adding a bit of greenery to your desk.

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6. Desk organizer

Give a place for every pen, paper, paperclip and your washi tape collection to call home by organizing it in a stylish storage piece.

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7. Blend in quirky trinkets

Bring your desk to life by spicing it up with fun decor. Dressing up your desk with your favorite knickknacks will make sure your professional space isn’t too serious.

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