This $15 IKEA Accessory Is a Valentine’s Day Must-Have (Bonus: It’s Gorgeous All Year Round)

Olivia Harvey
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published Feb 1, 2026
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Opting for subtle holiday decor is a great way to get in on the fun of seasonal decorating without feeling like you’re going overboard on the theme (or shopping!). For example, IKEA has a Valentine’s Day-appropriate throw pillow that’s so chic that you can actually keep it out year-round. 

It’s the loveliest shade of pink to complement any other Valentine’s Day decor you have, but it also stands on its own as a beautiful piece of eye candy on your sofa.

What Is IKEA’s KRANSBORRE?

The IKEA KRANSBORRE cushion is a circular tufted pillow that can be used as a decorative throw pillow. It’s upholstered in a light dusty pink velvet (a nod to the brand’s color of the year!) and features a single button at the center, which adds a bit more interest. 

It’s a classic shape and an impressive 16-inch size, and it will make your couch, reading chair, or bed feel a bit more upscale. And it also just happens to be the perfect color for Valentine’s Day.

“Really cute pillow, looks great and I love the color,” one IKEA shopper wrote in their review, adding, “Very affordable, will easily be getting other colors!” And another added: “I bought this for my office for some added support while sitting on my office chair. It’s super soft and adds lumbar support. It looks cute, too.”

You can mix and match your KRANSBORRE with other pink pillows from IKEA’s lineup to really sell a Valentine’s Day theme without overextending your budget. The SVARTPOPPEL cushion cover is another fun accessory to add to your decor because, yes, it’s pink — but its unique 3D texture and mod upholstery will make a statement all year long.

You can definitely decorate for Valentine’s Day without going overboard when you select understated pieces that will make as much of a statement during the season as they will after the holiday. These pillows are simple, sweet, and perfectly subtle.

Buy: IKEA KRANSBORRE Cushion, $14.99

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