IKEA Is Bringing Back A Beloved Product Not Seen Since The '80s

The 1980s had many interesting design trends. You may be thinking of your grandparents' home filled with brass fixtures, matching floral furniture, or hanging rain lamps that dripped oil down threads surrounding a plastic figure. But what many people forget is the explosion of primary colors, black and white, and geometric patterns. Always paying attention to current trends, in 1984, IKEA leaned into postmodern design and created the KLIPPAN loveseat in Långban bright blue. And surprisingly, the same reason it was so popular back then is the reason IKEA has brought it back now.

Prior to this new design style, called Memphis design, minimalist decor and architecture were all the rage. But a small group in Italy decided it was high time to add some color back into the world and challenge design norms. As the saying goes, "What's old is new again." And younger generations are mimicking the same response to millennial minimalism with similar highly expressive decor. That's why it's a smart decision for IKEA to bring back the KLIPPAN in a brighter palette.

From old-school chairs of the 1970s to reimagined plant stands of the 1950s, customers love it when IKEA revives popular items from their past catalog. While you may not be able to afford a vintage piece of Ettore Sottsass furniture (the creator of the 1980s Memphis design movement), you can afford to grab the bright blue KLIPPAN loveseat to add a pop of the '80s to your living space.

IKEA is known for its inexpensive storage solutions, but it's also had great success with many pieces from its furniture lines, like the KLIPPAN. It's a go-to store for budget-friendly versions of trending interior decor items, and over the last few years, IKEA has made a practice of bringing back some of its most popular pieces from earlier collections. These items, some dating back to the 1950s, are reimagined to work well with modern design trends in what IKEA has named its Nytillverkad collection.

The KLIPPAN loveseat in Långban bright blue is one of the latest examples. Though the KLIPPAN has remained available in other colors since its debut in 1980, the Långban bright blue color is a relic from 1984, and now it's back on shelves for the first time. If you're looking for a loveseat to add a touch of retro style to your space, this colorful loveseat is a great option. Not only is it affordable, but it's also comfortable and easy to fit, even in smaller rooms.

On the market for more than 40 years, the KLIPPAN loveseat is one of IKEA's most highly rated, best-selling products. One reviewer said, "We purchased two Klippan loveseats over 10 years ago. Both my husband and I loved their comfort, back support, and easy cover removal for cleaning." Another reviewer had this to say: "Recently purchased this loveseat for our computer/game room. It is the perfect size for small spaces. It fits two people comfortably. It is not the most comfortable and the back may be a little low for some, but you cannot beat the price!"