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Noise isolating or noise cancelling* headphones are a necessity in a noisy office. And big, obvious ones, preferably of some really obnoxious colour combination, are a nice big sign that says "Don't Bother Me!" in a way that can't be ignored. Plus, of course, you can't be accused of picking on someone by trying to shut them up. They can talk, you just aren't bothered by them.
Do make sure you try them on before you buy them. You want something you can wear for hours on end. Too tight or too loose? Find a different pair. Also, some people find that the noise cancelling ones, especially the less expensive versions, can be tiring with long wearing. Others have no issue.
*Noise isolating := big ear cups and solid bodies that block external sound. Generally blocks everything equally.
*Noise cancelling := active suppression of repetitive external noise(plane engine, highway drone, fan noise, etc.) by emitting a reverse sound wave to cancel out the incoming sound. These can be less successful for voice cancellation, so less useful in an office unless also noise isolating. Also, generally more expensive, but the best are very good indeed.
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