Whether you’re a tenacious Taurus who likes to colour co-ordinate, a label-loving Gemini, or a Leo that keeps the hidden ‘Monica dumping cupboard’ far from prying eyes, IKEA has revealed the latest star sign personalities with its 12 ‘Clutter Horoscopes’.
Teaming up with renowned psychologist Honey Langcaster-James to analyse their unique characteristics when it comes to handling the clutter, IKEA’s twelve Clutter Horoscopes uncover what your zodiac sign says about your organisation style: from spontaneous Sagittarius’ who rebel against a tidy space, to perfection-seeking Virgos. With so many storage solutions and services, IKEA has the cosmic cures to help keep mess at bay.
“It can be good to start the new year off feeling a little more organised and in control of all the ‘stuff’ in your life. I’m an Aquarius myself, and we are often believed to be quirky, creative and original. When it comes to getting organised, I love to find exciting new ways to use a space, by storing and organising things as wisely and as cleverly as I can. I love a good home storage idea or surprising solution, so my star sign clutter style certainly rings true for me!”
Honey Langcaster-James
Decluttering a wardrobe or tackling a messy cupboard that has been on the mind for a while can often feel like a daunting task, but it can easily be turned into something fun. This month, IKEA continues its Big Storage Event in stores, providing free workshops to help show customers that storage and organisation can be made simple and satisfying with a few easy tips and tricks. IKEA co-workers will share their expertise in helping customers re-organise their homes, as well as an array of interactive events to showcase storage skills. What’s more, with January out the way and springtime around the corner, now is the perfect time for a declutter.
Clotilde Passalacqua, Interior Design Manager at IKEA UK and Ireland commented: “Storage is often thought to be clunky and stand out in a space, but there are so many smart ways to incorporate storage into the décor of your home. Display shelves are a great way to clear the clutter, as you’ll only want to put your best items on show. Whilst rattan continues to be a popular choice for the home, try the TOLKNING bench or pouffe, both with built in storage that can keep your space looking stylish.”
Aquarius
20th January – 18th February
Aquarians are known for being quirky, original and creative. You may find yourself getting particularly excited about innovative, hidden or secretive storage solutions.
On the other hand, you might find yourself stashing clutter into spaces that others wouldn’t even think to look in, so there’s a risk of building up too much stuff to deal with over time.
IKEA tip: Stash away secret clutter in the FREDVANG underbed storage, or the TRINES shoe cabinet storage which can be freestanding or hung on the wall.
Pisces
19th February – 20th March
The Pisces sign is known for being sympathetic to others and emotionally aware. They are often thought to go to great lengths to help ensure the happiness of those around them. You’re likely to hold onto precious items and memorabilia for others in your life, so may well have learned ways to store things effectively over the years.
Clearing things out and letting go may be another matter altogether.
IKEA Tip: Try the ALEX drawer unit to store your precious items. Available in white, natural and grey/turquoise to best suit your décor
Aries
21st March – 19th April
Aries is often considered to be highly motivated and determined. You may find you have an uncomplicated and no-nonsense approach to decluttering and home organisation.
A couple of simple storage solutions for your general waste and recycling will appeal most rather than lots of different categories which could just frustrate you with detail you deem unnecessary.
IKEA Tip: The three pack of DIMPA waste sorting bags make it easier to separate your general waste and recycling, which can also be folded flat when not being used for easy storage.
Taurus
20th April – 20th May
Those with the Taurus birth sign are often believed to be down-to-earth, tenacious and reliable characters. You are likely to be quite dedicated to order and organisation. Colour co-ordination will really please you, whether in your wardrobe or your pantry.
If anything gets out of order, you might feel off balance.
IKEA Tip: For a pop of colour in your kitchen organisation, try the BEVARA clips or GARNITYREN bowls to co-ordinate your dishes.
Gemini
21st May – 20th June
Generally believed to be playful, curious and gregarious, the key characteristics of this sign would likely see you organising your home in particularly fun and imaginative ways. Using a set of fun labels will help keep you amused while you’re organising.
IKEA tip: Get creative and make your own labels, using the HÄNGIG label holders to make organising the inside of drawers and wardrobes easier.
Cancer
21st June – 22nd July
Traits associated with this zodiac sign are nurturing, loyal and knowing. Your focus on other people’s needs would likely make you especially fond of personalised organisation methods such as a monogrammed towel or set of named hooks to keep things in order and help ensure everyone knows just whose is whose.
IKEA tip: Try the TJUSIG hanger or hat rack. Whilst the BUMERANG hangers in natural or white can easily be labelled for a more organised system.
Leo
23rd July – 22nd August
Leo’s are often thought to enjoy being the centre of attention and are considered quite image conscious. You might really like things to look tidy and organised, at least on the surface, but you may have a hidden ‘dumping’ cupboard that’s far from orderly kept well out of view.
IKEA tip: Simple solutions like the SKUBB set of six boxes will help keep that dumping cupboard clear of clutter.
Virgo
23rd August – 22nd September
Virgos are believed to be practical, sensible perfectionists. These personality traits can often lead you to be meticulous and single-minded in your approach to clutter, but this can sometimes come across as ruthless if others have stronger emotional attachment to items.
For you, it’s a straightforward one-in, one-out policy that works best, and everything must have its place.
IKEA tip: Try one of the KALLAX units which will help you maintain your straightforward approach to clutter. Whether its standing, lying, lifted off the floor or used as a room divider, you can use your KALLAX unit whichever way you like.
Libra
23rd September – 22nd October
Librans are thought to be the most charming and well-balanced of the zodiac. Craving balance and peace might lead to a desire for calm, structured, neutral coloured home organisation solutions.
Consistent labelling and storage made out of natural materials will help to reduce chaos and restore order to even the most overwhelming pantry, bringing relief to those with a Libra-like need for calm.
IKEA tip: For a beautifully stylish yet functional storage solution, try the sustainable TOLKNING bench with storage, with handmade rattan.
Scorpio
23rd October – 21st November
The Scorpio sign is believed to be the most emotional and deep thinking, so if you embody these traits, you’re likely to overthink things from time to time. This might lead to chaos in the home as you get overwhelmed by decisions about what to keep and what to discard.
The key is to simplify and streamline your life as much as you can. For Scorpios, less is more because it reduces the need for you to have to think about and consider everything.
IKEA tip: Keep it minimalistic with the TROFAST storage box in white, available in a number of different sizes to best suit your storage needs.
Sagittarius
22nd November – 21st December
This birth sign is often believed to be the most optimistic, spontaneous and fun. Thought to be lovers of freedom and frivolity, there’s a risk of rebellion if you try to keep things too structured or organised in the home.
Large washing baskets and toy boxes suitable for throwing things in with a sense of spontaneous abandon are best for you. Smaller or more detailed storage containers just won’t get used, as they’ll just seem fiddly and restrictive.
IKEA tip: The KLUNKA laundry bag holds 60 litres, meaning there’s plenty of space to clear away the clutter. It also folds away for easy storage.
Capricorn
22nd December – 19th January
Often considered ambitious, determined and strong, the Capricorn personality may be just the person you need to bring a sense of order to a home that’s got out of hand. These personality traits keep them going when others turn back, so a big decluttering project or spring clean out with a dramatic end result is ideal for this character.
IKEA tip: The HEMNES range features chest of drawers, wardrobes, shoe cabinets and even a bed with drawers, meaning there’s plenty of options to organise post spring clear out.
Shop irresistible offers on IKEA’s storage ranges to simplify the task of organising and embracing a sense of order around the home. Meanwhile, some of the fantastic storage offers available to IKEA Family members to help them kick start their organisation this year include:
- 15% off selected hallway storage
- 25% off all KALLAX drawer inserts
- 15% off ALEX drawers
- 20% off all TROFAST boxes
- 15% off all food containers and jars
Visit IKEA’s Events Page for more information on the Big Storage Event and how to book activities in your local store. To participate in in-store events and gain access to exclusive rewards and discounts on selected IKEA products, plus a free hot drink in selected stores, customers can sign up to become an IKEA Family member for free.
