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Old 11-21-2009, 09:16 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Yesterday I headed to IKEA. One of the items I desperately needed was additional makeup storage, so my original plan was to get the Helmer cabinet. But upon seeing how tiny (and homely) that one was, I realized that wasn't going to cut it, so I decided to go for the large, 9-drawer Alex unit. It was on sale too for about $100, down from $150. This drawer unit is absolutely perfect for beauty product storage as the drawers aren't too wide or deep, making it perfect for lots of smaller items on the top 5 smaller drawers, and some bulkier items on the larger bottom 4 drawers. I would recommend the large Alex unit for the serious makeup junky or collector, as it offers a lot of space. The Helmer unit would probably suffice if you have a smaller collection, and it's also a favorite among nailpolish junkies as it fits the bottles perfectly.

Alex was a bit of a pain to assemble...but I managed just fine by myself! All done - isn't he handsome?


Standing next to my vanity - excuse the untidiness! I also got a beautiful orchid at IKEA - my fav flower.


My previous plastic storage set - begone ugliness! Hiding the hideousness beneath my vanity. My old traincase seen on the far right. Can you believe that all my makeup used to once fit in that thing??!!! LOL!


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I have some other random things in the other drawers but still a lot of empty space which is perfect - more room to grow!

I found a better home for my butterflies...


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Thanks for looking! I looooove the new setup and I think the Alex unit is a great investment for the serious collector.




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Old 11-21-2009, 09:27 AM   #2 (permalink)
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I love it!! I want one now!!

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Just awesome!!! really Ikea is the best cheap and cool solution for storage

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OMG! thats awesome! i have the same desk! i just picked it up a few days ago, i should take pics! where did you get those lights at? those a really cool!! i really love the idea that you put extra storage right next to the desk. my collection aint that big yet lol! looks great!

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I love your vanity!!!! Ikea furniture can be a pain to assemble, so great job!!!

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Very nice! JW - Where did you get or what are your lighting fixtures called, if from IKEA? Thanks!

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Yep the lighting fixtures are IKEA too but I forgot what they were called. Pretty much all the furniture and the mirrors you see are IKEA except for that plastic storage thingee.

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That looks so good! It reminds me that I need to organize my makeup and nail polish!

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I don't have as large of a collection but I can see the benefit of purchasing something like that now. Im just begining to escape my traincase. Does it come in other colors besides white?

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owww owww!! Alex is very handsome!! I might have to pick up his brother at Ikea

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Love your collection, as always. (And love your orchid!) I've got two from IKEA... they're gorgeous.

Hope you have a good time back in Canada. Holiday wishes from Toronto!

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This is why I so HEART Ikea!

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Im so glad i live 5min away from an Ikea, i seriously go in there and can stay for hours. well maybe not hours but yea, thats really nice! thanks for sharing, i dont think i've seen that storage unit before.

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Thanks for sharing! I really want one of those now!

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Thanks for sharing! I really want one of those now!
I will buy Malm and Alex in January

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Ohhh! Thanks for sharing, Imma haveta go out and get me one now!

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Gorgeousss. I wish I was as organized as you!

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