IKEA's Chic $19 Sculptural Lamp Makes Any Room Look More Expensive – It's Even Won Over Sarah Jessica Parker
The actress has added IKEA's pleated KUDDLAVA lamp to her home, proving that good design is about thoughtful styling – not a luxury price tag
Sarah Jessica Parker has long mastered the art of mixing investment pieces with accessible finds, so it comes as little surprise that one of the latest additions to her home comes courtesy of IKEA. The actress recently shared the Scandinavian retailer's KUDDLAVA table lamp after assembling it herself, proving that beautifully considered design doesn't have to come with a luxury price tag.
Retailing for just $19, the KUDDLAVA is exactly the kind of affordable lighting idea that interior designers gravitate towards. Its softly pleated shade, gently fluted silhouette, and natural beech wood finial give it the look of a boutique designer piece, while the warm, diffused glow instantly makes a room feel more inviting.
Made from 50% recycled plastic and finished with a decorative solid wood knob, the white pleated tabletop lamp pairs sustainable materials with a distinctly Scandinavian-inspired silhouette. It's an understated design that will appeal to anyone with an eye for timeless, well-considered interiors.
The Pleated Lighting Trend Designers Can't Get Enough Of
The lamp taps into one of this year's biggest lighting trends: pleated and fluted forms. Across everything from lampshades and furniture to glassware and decorative accessories, designers are embracing these softly ridged silhouettes for the depth and visual interest they bring. It's an effortless way to introduce texture in interior design without relying on bold color or pattern, making a space feel richer, softer, and more layered.
This growing appreciation for tactile materials is part of a broader move away from stark minimalism. Instead, today's most stylish homes rely on subtle contrasts – linen against wood, ceramics beside woven baskets, and sculptural lighting with pleated detailing. Even in an all-neutral room, these varied surfaces create warmth and character, proving that texture can be just as impactful as color.
Sarah Jessica Parker styled the lamp among books and decorative objects in her home, where its sculptural shape feels right at home. Switched off, it reads as a decorative object in its own right; illuminated, it casts a soft ambient glow that makes shelving and living spaces feel instantly cozier. It's a reminder that the best lighting isn't simply functional – it's one of the easiest ways to add personality and elevate a room.
Perhaps that's what makes the KUDDLAVA such a compelling buy. While designer lamps with similar pleated forms often cost hundreds of dollars, IKEA has distilled this bedroom lighting idea into an accessible piece that feels timeless rather than trend-led. As Sarah Jessica Parker proves, thoughtful styling is far more important than an eye-watering price tag.
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It's easy to see why Sarah Jessica Parker was drawn to this design. Pleated lamps have become a firm favorite in recent years, prized for the soft texture and timeless character they bring to a space. Their classic silhouette feels equally at home in traditional and contemporary interiors, making them one of those rare lighting trends with enduring appeal.
If the IKEA version isn't quite your style, I've rounded up a few other beautiful pleated table lamps below that deliver the same elegant look.
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