Five Fabulous: Desk Fans

1. Otto Wooden Fan, $199.99 Made of sapele, a large tropical tree native to Africa, Otto makes your office space cooler in more ways than one. Get it: Swizz Style

2. Propello Desk/Table Fan, $140 Soft rubber blades (harmless to the touch) and a ball-bearing motor make this smart fan virtually silent. Get it: Unica Home

3. John Lewis Desk Fan, £45 Go retro with this old-school brush nickel pick from the UK. Get it: johnlewis.com

4. Retro Metal Desk Fan, $54.91 Add a vibrant breeze to a balmy summer day with this simple round metal frame available in seven colors. Get it: fantasticfans.com

5. Dyson Air Multiplier, $299.99 Yup—it really is a fan. Dyson’s latest innovation creates a smooth, powerful airflow, with no need for fast-spinning blades. Get it: Dyson

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