Favorite Designer Looks from Ikea

Happy Monday everyone!! I am going to call this “Ikea Week” on the blog because I am going to do a series of posts about Swedish retailer Ikea. I promise not to bore you to death!!

Today, I am going to detail some of my favorite finds. There is so much at the stores, it is easy to get lost and overwhelmed. I have done the work for you!

I have to admit that I used to think of Ikea furnishings as something you “outgrow” or “upgrade from.” However, these days, there are a few staples that are an interior designer’s best friend. Don’t get me wrong, I still think some of it is total crap, but here is a list of my favorite things, some of which I have in my own home!

First up is the Stockholm flatweave black and white rug. A 5’7″ x 7’10” starts at only $299. It is very bold and can work with both casual and sophisticated interiors.

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The Rens Sheepskin rug at Ikea is a steal at only $29.00. A similar one sells for $80.00 at Pottery Barn. They are such an amazing way to add texture and a layer of “cozy” to your home. I have seen them in bedrooms, offices and nurseries. I currently have one draped over my dark ottoman coffee table (in an attempt to lighted it up and hide it!)

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Up next is the Tobias chair and it is only $79.00. It is a nice way to add a modern touch to your furnishings. Also, if you have a small space, they are light physically and visually.

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The Songe Mirror is a take on a French Louis Phillippe style mirror. It is classic and timeless and a steal at only $99.00! It is quite large, so it is an inexpensive way to make a major statement in your home.

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Ikea also has a wonderful black and white pillow collection. These pillows make such a great impact and are so affordable, starting at just $10. I like to pair them with higher end pillows for a luxe feel. A girl can never have too many pillows, right?

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The Ribba Frame Collection is a sure-fire way to get an expensive gallery wall look for less. They start at $14.99 for a medium size and come in a variety of sizes and come in white, black, brown and aluminum. You could always paint them gold too, like you see below.

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The Almsta Rattan Chair from Ikea is also a keeper. It is $99 and is so versatile. You could even use it outdoors!

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Well that’s it for now. Not to worry, I may find new treasures at my next Ikea outing. I used to drive to the Bay Area to shop at Ikea. Now I have one about 10 minutes away. It is a good and bad thing!

Stay tuned tomorrow, as I am going to show you amazing hacks of Ikea furniture.

Do you have a favorite Ikea find you can’t live without? If so, please let us know in the comments!

xoxo

Comments

Robert says:

October 28, 2013 at 9:36 pm

I have the EKTORP sofa with a white fabric cover (bleachable)! It is very comfy and a decent value. The build quality isn’t as good as my old leather sofas from Macy’s, though the Macy’s set was over $3000.

- Jennifer Lippi says:
  
  October 28, 2013 at 11:35 pm
  
  Robert- The Ektorp sofa is one of my favorites!! I didn’t include it on my list, but I ran out of time 🙂 I am considering one as a kind of temporary sofa until my girls are old enough not to ruin a sofa! Good to know a review from an owner. Cheers!