Objects of Desire

Goodbye, Ugly Office Supplies

These stylish numbers will perk up your desk and make Staples drool

-Nicole Christie

Am I the only one whose gag reflex is triggered by the site of cream-colored manila folders? I know most people experience this at the sight of stuff like mayonnaise, seafood, or dairy products but I feel more on-the-verge-of-barfness when I lay eyes upon yellow Post-its, Bic stick pens, and legal pads (I do, however, have a penchant for those sticky red flags...if I could develop a similar affinity for romantic red flags, I'd solve many of my professional and personal issues).

Office supply and paper product snob that I am, I've been totally hooked on Galison's products since discovering their squeal-inducingly cute chocolate dot note cards (in the flip top box - oh, peals of delight!). But Galison is more than just stationery - they also make terrific accessories to create an office that's organized, stylish, and - dare I say - pretty? From decorative file folders to designer sticky notes (so long, yellow Post-it!) to beautiful paperweights, their selection accommodates a range of tastes, whether you veer toward Monet or Miro. They've even taken on the hideous brown accordion file (hold on, I need a moment to recover...there it passed) with these sassy little file totes. You could actually be seen in public carrying one of these to a meeting - and feel pretty chic too. Just add peep-toes.