I just bought my first home.
And by home, I definitely mean apartment. And by "I", I definitely mean "we". But you get what I mean.
For 15 years, I moved from share house to share house, filling my space with street-found furniture and hand-me-downs. But now, as a fully grown adult with a mortgage (!!!) and my own space, I'm finally ready to buy nice things.
So, naturally, I turned to the communal brains trust (my Mamamia colleagues) to help me furnish the new place.
When I asked them to share their best furniture finds, the place that kept popping up was IKEA. And I can see why.
IKEA's been striking the balance between tasteful yet affordable furniture and organisation ideas for over 50 years in Australia. From smart storage solutions to statement pieces, the Swedish retailer really is choc-a-bloc with excellent home finds.
But it's not just the amazing furniture and homeware products my colleagues couldn't stop talking about, there are a bunch of great customer perks too. Like the free IKEA Family loyalty program which you can use in-store, online and through the app.
New members score a $10 welcome voucher, plus access to member-only discounts and food offers like Happy Days. Members can also collect reward keys which unlock all kinds of handy, helpful and tasty rewards. Like money off delivery and assembly or even a free meatball meal, simply through interactions like logging onto the website and making a wishlist.
So, if you're in the market for a few new furniture pieces, consider this your shopping list shortcut.
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"These stools come in two sizes and the perfect shade of green — just enough to add a fun little pop of colour to your kitchen without going over the top. They're such an easy way to brighten things up." – Tina, Entertainment Editor.
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"It's seriously the cutest wall shelf I've found — and it's also the cheapest on the market. I was honestly shocked at how good it looks for the price. It's the perfect little home for all my trinkets." – Jess, Content Producer.
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"This extendable table is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The light beech finish option makes it feel fresh, bright and easy to style with anything. It's the kind of piece that just works in every home." – Sophia, Influencer Talent Executive.
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"Their lighting options look way more expensive than they actually are. They give off the kind of warm, cosy mood lighting that completely changes the vibe — so much nicer than your standard downlights." – Jemma, Sales Manager.
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"These tables are simple and elegant — they don't try too hard, which I love. They're the perfect blank canvas to style however you want, whether that's with books, candles, trinkets or whatever little bits feel like you." – Taylah, Executive Podcast Producer.
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"This chair is my boyfriend's prized possession. He's colour blind and thought he was buying a black one — but it turned out to be green. Honestly, once I got over the fact that he has a say in our furniture style, I came to love the vintage vibe it adds." – Kelsey, Senior Brand Partnerships Executive.
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"This bookshelf is such a classic — it just works in every room. It's affordable, sturdy and looks way more expensive once it's styled. I've had mine for years and still love it." – Morgan, Partner Strategy Manager.
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"I'm obsessed with dark green and this cabinet is such a vibe. I used to have it in my office to store all my camera gear — like most IKEA furniture, you can customise the shelves to suit whatever you need. I also love the little lip around the top, so anything I chuck on there actually stays put." – Julian, Video Producer.
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"I bought a bunch of these boxes and they've been so good for organising shelves and random bits in storage. A few people had recommended them and now I get the hype. They fit perfectly in my built-in wardrobe and just make everything look tidy." – Ella, Podcast Producer.
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"These chest of drawers (especially in the stained oak colour) add instant warmth and style to any room. Pop a mirror above it, some dried flowers (or real plants, if you're a saint) and a cute lamp on top to instantly make it a focal point. They're roomy without feeling bulky and taking over the whole space." – Keeley, Branded Content Executive.
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