The Best Thing for Each Enneagram Type to Buy at IKEA

Strolling through the meandering aisles of IKEA, have you ever wished someone could just tell you what to buy? If you know your Enneagram type, you’re in luck.

Based on nine distinct numbers, the Enneagram is helpful in understanding strengths and growth opportunities—and, apparently, how to outfit your home. Here’s the perfect IKEA item for you, based on your Enneagram number. (If you haven’t taken the test, you can take a free one here.)

SYMFONISK Table Lamp with WiFi Speaker, $179

The One is principled, responsible, and always looking for ways to grow and improve, and these characteristics likely extend into the home, too. This multi-functional, smart table lamp reflects the One’s need for purpose and efficiency in everything (not to mention saving a little bit of space). 

MASTHOLMEN Conversation Set, $208

There’s nothing that delights the hospitality-oriented Two more than the opportunity to make someone else comfortable—except maybe the opportunity to hear about the inner workings of someone’s life. We can see Twos loving this (admittedly adorable) rattan conversation set because it accomplishes both.

LILLÅSEN Bamboo Desk, $179

Prestige-loving, image-loving Threes may be hard-pressed to find a worthwhile status symbol at a big box store like Ikea (they’re more likely to be patrons of a spot like West Elm or a trendy, chic local boutique) but this cute, sustainable bamboo desk might be enough to satisfy their incredible work ethic. 

REMSTA Armchair, $159

This moody armchair encapsulates all the best things about this expressive, poetic personality. Its retro look is a nod to the Four’s love for nostalgia, and its warm, velvety texture is just asking for someone to sit down and quietly muse on the complicated, beautiful life we live.

BILLY / OXBERG Bookcase with Doors, $159

Fives love to learn new things. They’re also generally more reserved and private than other personality types. So what could be better than a secretive vessel for books? More good news about this bookcase: It’s the foundation for a larger set, so as the Five’s library grows, the storage can grow with it.

IDÅSEN Drawer Unit with Smart Lock, $149

The Six, security-oriented and slightly anxious, is always on the lookout for ways to be responsible. Enter this surprisingly attractive drawer unit/safe combo, perfect for organizing important papers and locking up private ones.

HALVED Rug, $179

Bright. Patterned. Handwoven by skilled workers in ethical conditions. What more does the energetic, pleasure-and-fun-loving Enthusiast need? We can see this rug as a statement piece for a colorful living room or the centerpiece of a whimsical backyard garden party.

An IKEA Gift Card

Independent and ultra-confident (and probably picky when it comes to their aesthetic, since they’re known for being extra willful), Eights probably have their own idea about what they need for their home or apartment. If you’re scanning this list shopping for a gift, better to be safe than sorry on this one.

RISÖR Room Divider, $139

Since their core motivation is keeping the peace (read: avoiding conflict), a room divider (read: built-in tension hider) is the home item Nines never knew they needed. Worried your partner or roommate won’t like the screen? Just fold and store. You’ll never know it was there.