Get organized, in a stylish way, with these five work accessories from Sonoma stores.
“PURSE”ONAL ORGANIZER: Who said organizing can't be cute? This Selena handbag by Brighton has all the compartments and zippers necessary to bid farewell to your wallet. The cross-strap bag has a multitude of multi-purpose pockets to keep your items straight, which makes finding your keys a snap rather than an archeological dig. $360, The Classic Duck, 2400 Sonoma Ave, Santa Rosa, 707-575-0755, classicduck.com
NEW FACE IN FASHION: In rose gold with a casual strap, this piece by Daniel Wellington is the latest in timekeeping design. The clock has a narrowed and modernized, yet classic face, proving that simplicity can be stunning. $195, Sonoma Silver Co., 1 First Street West, Sonoma, 707-933-0999, sonomasilver.com
WORKPLACE TRANSPARENCY: Be clear about what you are doing with simple, stylish desk accessories. Made in modern-looking acrylic, this tape dispenser takes up very little visual space. $15.54, Fishman Supply Co., 1345 Industrial Ave., Petaluma, 800-675-7750, fishmansupply.com
STUNNING STAPLER: Keep your minimalist look and your papers together with this stapler. In clear acrylic, it’s the next best thing to being invisible. If only work assignments could disappear like this. $23.59.Fishman Supply Co., 1345 Industrial Ave., Petaluma, 800-675-7750, fishmansupply.com
PENMANSHIP PIECE: Whether you’re longing to experience the smooth glide of fountain pen ink or just trying to slow down your hand to improve your oft-neglected handwriting of late, a fountain pen is a nice addition to your actual desktop. Refillable with ink cartridges, these “Bailey” pens by Cross can stay with you long after you’ve gone through several packages of disposable pens. $50-60 each, Corrick's, 637 4th St., Santa Rosa, 707-546-2424, corricks.com
Summer vacation, whether it involved weeks of far-off travel or a few days away to attend the family reunion BBQ, is a necessary respite from everyday school or work life. With late summer’s return to “reality” often comes a sense of a renewal and fresh perspective. Mark this doubling down of purpose with some of these fun finds to enhance your work and life management – Click through the slideshow above for details.
