Office supplies, upgraded

Offering an alternative to boring office supplies, russell+hazel sells stylish binders, paper, storage and accessories. Minneapolis-based russell+hazel, founded by a former architect, is a range of aesthetically pleasing office supplies that combine a designed look with durable quality. The company’s newest range, Audrey, is a fashion-forward selection specifically tailored to women, offering ‘working girl chic’ supplies with details inspired by vintage architecture, classic Hollywood and contemporary couture. This is another great example of how everything can and will be upgraded. And with home offices proliferating, the market for beautiful and functional office gear is growing at a healthy pace. (For more on design-driven innovation, see trendwatching.com’s grand boutique.)