Retro aesthetics are in fashion. It is an indisputable fact. The premiere of the new season of Bridgerton has simply been an excuse to dress our home in Regencycore style. We had already been fascinated before by the maids our grandmothers had, their Duralex crockery or the tablecloths recovered from their trousseau. Now, IKEA teams up with this revision of vintage with a new launch that we already forecast will be a best-seller.
In this aesthetic scenario where the most special pieces establish a dialogue between past and present, between contemporary design and nostalgia for the family home, IKEA presents SÅGMÄSTARE, a piece of furniture that recalls the house of our grandmothers, but with the functionality of 2026. It has that beauty of another time that clothes it in nostalgia and that storage capacity despite its compact dimensions that takes us back to present needs.
From IKEA they define it as a piece of furniture with “traditional style with soft shapes, turned legs and rounded corners that give it a welcoming air. The bi-fold doors with relief provide functionality and style.” But this metal cabinet in blue-gray is much more.
Its design with soft lines and balanced proportions recalls traditional Scandinavian cabinetmaking; and its raised legs and the subtly worked front, recall mid-20th-century sideboards. But this vintage reinterpretation that SÅGMÄSTARE can boast, with doses of nostalgia but without feeling “old-fashioned,” is perceived as contemporary and sophisticated.
The IKEA SÅGMÄSTARE piece costs 79.99 euros.
Why this IKEA piece is our favorite
And that quiet elegance and its highly recognizable silhouette are sure to make it one of those iconic pieces that the Swedish giant revisits every so often in different colors and finishes. Precisely, its on-trend color and its metal finish with relief are its big strengths.
Its soft blue-gray, one of the year’s leading tones, brings calm, light, and sophistication to any room. It functions as an elegant neutral, able to coexist with light woods, natural fibers or darker accents. Moreover, in small spaces, this shade has the virtue of not visually saturating but quietly drawing attention, helping to create more expansive and luxurious environments.
Its size is another standout feature. With very compact dimensions (83x36x128 centimeters), but a great capacity, SÅGMÄSTARE is a perfect ally for small homes that seek order without sacrificing style. In addition to the two shelves behind doors, it has two more upper storage surfaces visible and enough space to place boxes or organizing baskets at the bottom.
And if design, size and functionality weren’t enough, we have two more reasons to convince you that it’s the smartest decor purchase of the winter: its price, only 79 euros; and its versatility, which makes it perfect to stylishly fit into almost any room in the house, since it is one of those pieces that invites daily organization with a lot of style.
In the living room, this piece can become a discreet yet present central item. Placed against a main wall or beneath a painting or a mirror, it serves as the base for a carefully curated decorative arrangement. In the entryway or hallway; as an elegant and practical reception piece; and in the bedroom, as a perfect alternative to the traditional dresser. That said, if you ask me, I would use it in the kitchen as a pantry.
And a decor tip for those who enjoy mixing styles: SÅGMÄSTARE lends itself to decorative play and the fun of mixing. It pairs especially well with contemporary pieces, but also with artisanal ceramics and elements inspired by rustic or, even, Nordic styles. My favorite option? Pair it with warm lighting and ornaments with organic lines that enhance its vintage aesthetic without leaning into the obvious.
