IKEA’s New Collection Will Add Some Much-Needed Calm into Your Home
If nothing excites you more than a brand new IKEA haul, then prepare to empty your wallet now. The Swedish retailer recently announced a new limited collection called TÄNKVÄRD, and it is a feast for the eyes. It’s also got a pretty interesting story behind it, too.
According to IKEA, the new line is all about self-care and “bringing beauty and calm to your home.” (I mean, who wouldn’t want that?) Each piece in the collection is designed to be tactile, sustainable, and durable, but also beautiful, blending IKEA’s trademark Scandinavian style with a dose of Japanese calm. Above all, says IKEA designer Akanksha Deo, the collection’s central message is about “embracing what is calming, pleasing, and relaxing” about life—which is something we could probably all stand to do more of, no?
Scroll on for some of our favorite pieces from TÄNKVÄRD, which will have you gliding through the aisles of IKEA and loading up your cart in no time.
1. TÄNKVÄRD Carafe With Glass, $8.99
Forgetting to drink enough water each day is somehow one of those adulting fails that unites us all. But this lightweight glass carafe, which fits easily in the palm of your hand, is designed to keep within close reach of your nightstand or coffee table, so you always remember to hydrate. Plus, its top doubles as a drinking glass so you never have to run off to the kitchen to grab one. But here’s the coolest part: Each one is mouth blown by a skilled craftsman, making it both an essential and a cool work of art.
2. TÄNKVÄRD Kimono, $24.99
That’s right, this line isn’t all about room decor and functional glassware. This comfy, lightweight kimono is made for lounging, entertaining, and pretty much anything else you do around the house. Plus, it’s a serious step up from your go-to black leggings (which, let’s face it, should have been retired a long time ago).
3. TÄNKVÄRD Lamp shade, $39.99
Many of the linens add a bright yet calming pop of color to any room, including this colorful lamp shade, which features the collection’s statement colors, white and indigo. (Psst, ombre fans—that lamp shade has got your name written all over it.)
4. TÄNKVÄRD Bag, $19.99
A go-anywhere, toss-everything-in bag for spring and summer is pretty much a wardrobe essential, and this roomy tote does not disappoint. Not only will it fit everything you need inside, but it’s also made with jute, a renewable material that happens to be one of nature’s strongest plant fibers. In other words: This bag will last you.
5. TÄNKVÄRD Bench, $129
Speaking of sustainable, this artisan-style bench is made from rattan, the pliable stems of palm often used to make furniture. Place it in a mudroom or front entryway for a comfy place to rest as you kick off your shoes after a long, hard day.
6. TÄNKVÄRD Duvet Cover and Pillowcases, $89.99
According to Deo, all of the linens in the collection were designed to seem homey and warm, with “come feel me” fabrics that feel fresh and inviting. I’d say mission accomplished with this tie-dyed bedding set that’s perfect for mixing and matching.
7. TÄNKVÄRD Basket With Handles, $19.99
Who doesn’t love a good storage basket? These sustainable, soft-woven baskets are made with seagrass, and are designed to hold anything from everyday basics to linens inside. Tuck them away in an upstairs closet, or keep them out for display. Either way, they offer a stylish and practical storage solution to any space.
8. TÄNKVÄRD Rug, Flatwoven, $29.99
This versatile woven rug feels amazing under your feet, and can be moved from room to room, or rolled up and put away when not in use. It’s also made from seagrass, making it yet another sustainable piece in the line that evokes a casual vibe and what IKEA calls a major “touch and feel factor.”
9. TÄNKVÄRD Clothes Stand, $49.99
This lightweight, rattan clothes stand is equal parts functional and beautiful. Lean it up against a wall as a decor piece and drape towels or throws from it, or use it as a drying rack for your clothes overnight when you want to skip the dryer.
10. TÄNKVÄRD Spa Towel (Set of 2), $9.99
Nothing says self-care like a day at the spa. But because most of us don’t have the time (or money) for that, why not turn your own bathroom into a spa-like experience? This luxurious set of spa towels is made from 100 percent cotton, and features indigo stripes and a stylish fringe along its ends.