Sometimes it takes a desk decoration to perk up an otherwise mundane office setting. But who says desk supplies can't take on the same amount of personality? And by personality, we mean … extra. And by "extra," we mean staplers plated with gold. Or flash drives covered in precious stones. Yes, they exist. Hey, you know what they say - treat yo"self.
Golden Stapler
Golden Stapler
El Casco 23-KaratGold-Plated Large Stapler - $395
This 23-karat, gold-plated stapler, made in Spain, comes with an added bonus - a brand new box of 1,000 staples. Because stapling papers is, you know, so important.
Notepad Holder
Notepad Holder
Notepad HolderEpsom - $285
Designer Graf Von Faber-Castell turns a simple notepad holder into something sleek and elegant. Crafted with Italian calfskin and well-polished metal, this notepad holder takes on the same sophisticated attitude that you enjoy while taking notes. The Epsom holder comes in black, dark brown or cognac.
Sterling Silver Ruler
Sterling Silver Ruler
Sterling SilverRuler - $500
For those certain, special, less-than-6-inches-long things that need measuring, Tiffany & Co. offers a ruler made from sterling silver and American walnut wood. And, the "1 inch" sports the brand's signature Tiffany Blue color.
Sand Art
Sand Art
Sand Art - $129.95
Drift off to a whimsical distraction as black-and-white sand sifts through a large glass frame and reminds you of the beach you are not on. The smaller counterpart of this piece is $16.95, if you're feeling frugal.
USB key
USB key
USB KeyMushroom - Up to $37,000
Now this is the mother of all flash drives. Swiss fine jewelry company Shawish Genève has created the most expensive and blinged-out USB flash drive in the world. Inspired by "Alice in Wonderland," this USB key mushroom comes in three different designs made up of pink sapphire, ruby or emerald with a white or yellow gold stem. It's 32 GB.
By Jenelle Langford
