1. Scallops, Arches, and Curves

Soft, repeated curves—especially scalloped edges—are appearing on tables, mirrors, and rugs to add movement and a playful focal point. The effect is subtle but striking: scalloped aprons on dining tables, scalloped bevels on mirrors, and wavy borders on textiles create a rhythm that draws the eye and softens hard lines.

• Try it with: a scallop-edged mirror above a console, a round pedestal dining table with a scalloped skirt, or a rug with a gentle wave border.
  

2. Collected Look: Vintage Mixed with Modern

2025’s most eye-catching rooms blend classic architectural elements with sleek contemporary furniture. Think traditional wood paneling, vintage-inspired casegoods, or antique silhouettes paired with clean-lined sofas and minimalist lighting. The key is contrast: refined millwork + streamlined upholstery; ornate wood tones + neutral performance fabrics.

• Try it with: a modern track-arm sofa in front of traditional wainscoting, or a mid-century chair next to a carved wood cabinet.

3. Chunky Bases and Statement Silhouettes

Chunky, bold furniture details are having a moment. Thick table legs, hefty bases, blocky silhouettes, and oversized hardware add welcome visual weight. These pieces ground a room and deliver an instant “statement” without relying on busy patterns or loud color. Balance the look by pairing bulky forms with airy materials (glass, linen, open-weave rugs) to avoid feeling heavy.

• Try it with: a coffee table with exaggerated drum legs, a console on substantial plinths, or oversized pulls on a media cabinet.

4. Skirted and Tailored Details

Skirts are back—with a tailored, modern twist. Skirted bases on sofas, chairs, and even benches add softness and a hint of nostalgia, while hiding legs for a cleaner, continuous line. Today’s versions feel crisp and intentional: think inverted pleats, contrast welt, and performance linens instead of dust ruffles.

• Try it with: a skirted slipper chair in a quiet stripe or a two-cushion skirted sofa in a sand-toned linen.

5. Maximalist Mood: Dopamine Décor with Purpose

Personal, joyful decorating is in. Layer vibrant colors, meaningful keepsakes, and expressive patterns to create spaces that feel lived-in and one-of-a-kind. The new maximalism is curated—anchored by a few hero pieces, edited displays, and a confident palette. Mix heirlooms with modern art, handmade ceramics with polished metals, and patterns that share a color family to keep the look cohesive.

• Try it with: a bold patterned rug, collected gallery wall, and a high-saturation accent chair that ties it all together.

2025 Official Textures, Patterns, and Colors

Textures & Fabrics

Caning, Rattan, and Natural Weaves

Woven cane and rattan continue as timeless accents that bring lightness and air to heavier forms. From cabinet doors and sideboards to headboards and patio seating, these materials introduce natural texture without overwhelming a space. Look for slightly thicker weaves and warm, honeyed finishes that complement both modern and traditional rooms.

• Style tip: pair rattan with polished stone or matte black metal for an elevated, organic modern mix.

Channeling the Moment: Mondo Corduroy

Overscaled channeling and plush “maxi-cord” upholstery are playful scene-stealers. Best used as accents, these tactile pieces—channel-tufted chairs, ottomans, and loveseats—deliver retro charm with a contemporary palette. Keep surrounding elements simple so the texture shines.

• Style tip: choose a compact lounge chair or ottoman in mondo fabric instead of a full sofa for longevity.

Cozy-Couture: Bouclé and Doodle Fabrics

Nubby bouclé and soft, subtly scribbled “doodle” textures are more durable than earlier iterations and ideal for daily lounging. These fabrics add instant coziness to sectionals and accent chairs while reading modern and refined. Look for performance blends and tight weaves for higher-traffic areas.

• Style tip: combine bouclé upholstery with smooth leather, lacquer, or stone to balance the hand-feel.

Quiet Depth: Subtle Textures and Tactile Layers

Small-scale weaves, embroidery, fiber art, and sculptural wall reliefs bring dimension without visual noise. Layering textures is essential to creating depth—mix matte with sheen, smooth with slubbed, tight with open weave. Even minimal rooms benefit from a few tactile notes.

• Style tip: introduce one quiet texture per surface category—textiles, casegoods, walls—to create a harmonious mix.

Patterns

Checkerboard, Grids, and Graphic Balance

Checkerboards are everywhere—floors, pillows, throws—and they’re evolving beyond classic black-and-white. Expect rectangular grid variations, metallic neutrals, and softened tonal checks. This motif injects energy while still feeling timeless and graphic.

Style tip: use checkerboard in one high-impact area (entry rug, throw, accent tile) rather than repeating it throughout.

Florals with a Maximalist Mix

Florals are bolder and more layered, often pairing with checks or stripes for a joyful, maximalist spin. Think painterly blooms, vintage wallpaper vibes, and contemporary colorways. Mix scales—a large-scale floral with a micro-stripe—to keep patterns from competing.

• Style tip: ground florals with solid upholstery in earthy or mineral tones for balance.

Colors

Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse

Rich mocha brown is the season’s star neutral. It’s warm enough to wrap a room yet grounded enough to pair beautifully with clay, terracotta, slate, and seafoam. Use it on a hero sofa, wall color, or large rug to anchor a scheme, then layer in mineral greens, stony blues, or blush-tinted neutrals.

• Palette pairings: mocha + seafoam, mocha + clay, mocha + bone white.

Yellows and Ochres for Optimism

Golden yellows and ochres bring optimism and warmth. They pair naturally with mocha and wood tones but also play well with jewel hues like teal and garnet. A little goes a long way: a velvet pillow stack, a ceramic lamp, or a patterned throw can brighten a space instantly.

• Palette pairings: ochre + indigo, mustard + olive, marigold + charcoal.

2025’s Lasting Style Influences

Elevated Coastal: Rope, Shell, and Shoreline Accents

Coastal details are trending sophisticated and subtle. Rope-wrapped textures, shell-inspired forms, braided trims, and maritime knots add breezy ease without leaning literal. Prioritize clean-lined silhouettes and neutral palettes with sandy, driftwood, and surf-glass tones.

• Try it with: a rope-detailed mirror, a linen-wrapped lamp, or a woven bench at the foot of the bed.

Organic Modern, Always

Organic Modern continues to shape interiors with nature-inspired silhouettes and materials. Asymmetric tables, live-edge dining tops, and sculpted side tables bring the outdoors in—tempered by streamlined upholstery and minimal ornamentation. The vibe is calming, tactile, and gallery-clean.

• Try it with: a tree-trunk end table beside a low-profile sectional, or a live-edge dining table with slim, upholstered chairs.

Watch for Yourself: Our Seated Podcast on 2025 Trends

Want to learn more about 2025 trends and the experience at High Point Market? Check out our recent episode of Seated with Furniture Row, where interior design and furniture experts, Barb Chandler and Jessa Murphy, sit down to talk about what they saw. Learn more about all the trends listed above, and get great tips on how to make them work in your home!

What’s Next?

2025 is the year of confident mixing: old with new, sleek with textured, minimal with maximal. Start with one anchor update—a mocha mousse sofa, a clunky-legged coffee table, or a scalloped mirror—then layer in texture with bouclé throws, cane accents, and a single statement pattern like checkerboard or bold florals. Keep what feels personal and edit what doesn’t. That’s the secret to a space that lasts.

Curious to hear more behind-the-scenes impressions from Market? Catch the latest Seated with Furniture Row podcast episode for additional context, vendor highlights, and the ideas inspiring our team this season.