# Vibrant Home Furnishing Lines IKEA's February 2018 Collection is Whimsical and Imaginative By Ell Smith | Published 2018-02-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeas-february-2018 References: [brit.co](https://www.brit.co/new-ikea-furniture-arrivals-february-2018/?slide=2) & [ikea](http://www.ikea.com/aa/en/) [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeas-nytillverkad) has always been the go-to spot for practical yet affordable home furnishings and with IKEA's February 2018 collection, consumers can expect a vibrant pop of color. The recently announced line is comprised of [playful furniture items and accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-tjrlek-collection) that's sure to please individuals of all ages. Some of the standout pieces from the line include whimsical illustrated shower curtains, which come complete with matching bath towels. For the bedroom, the brand is offering [pastel-clad pendant lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teklan-collection), a vibrant red side table and a bold yellow clock. Perfect for adding a touch of color to any contemporary interior, IKEA's February 2018 collection is sure to be a hit, regardless of an individual's preferred design aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Color-centric Home Furnishings:** Home furnishing lines are becoming more color-centric, offering consumers affordable options with a splash of vibrancy. - **Playful Home Accessories:** Home accessories are becoming more playful and whimsical in design, targeting individuals of all ages. - **Pastel-inspired Lighting:** Lighting design is embracing pastel colors to add a touch of subtle vibrancy to any interior. ### Where This Applies - **Home Furnishings:** The home furnishing industry is experiencing a shift towards affordable, colorful home decor options. - **Home Accessories:** The home accessories industry is expanding into more playful and imaginative designs. - **Lighting Design:** The lighting design industry is embracing pastel colors as a new trend in interior decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expanding Nostalgic Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeas-nytillverkad.md) - [Creative Home Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-home.md) - [60s Vintage-Tinged Decor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytillverkad-collection.md) - [Modern Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-revealed.md) - [Colorfully Saturated Home Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesammans-collection.md) - [Retro Vibrant Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytillverkad.md) - [Space-Themed Home Decor Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aftonsparv.md) - [Festive Fall-Centric Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hstagille.md) - [Summer-Ready Outdoor Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-collection-2.md)