With so much choice in homeware, it can be difficult to know if your tastes are on trend.
Fortunately experts at online marketplace Etsy have analysed search data to reveal the items British shoppers just can’t live without, so you know if your home looks stylish, or a little passee.
After years of feeling isolated and cut off due to the pandemic, customers are seeking out furniture and accessories full of texture that are exciting to the touch.
Mood-boosting ombres and trinkets that remind us of our childhood – like 90s inspired jewellery trays – are also seeing a surge in popularity.
Here, the experts share five of the biggest trends to look out for this year…
1. OVER THE TOP TEXTURE
After years of social distancing and feeling isolated, many people are craving all things tactile and embracing texture in their homes, according to experts. Rattan lampshades, like this one from H&M, £39.99, can add a variety of texture to your home making it feel more dynamic and lived in
Etsy has seen an 83 per cent increase in searches for boucle chairs, sofas and ottomans as shoppers search out cozy textiles to snuggle into at the end of a long day. Above, a boucle storage bench from Cult Furniture, £219
After years of social distancing and feeling isolated, many people are craving all things tactile and embracing texture in their homes, according to experts.
Etsy has seen an 83 per cent increase in searches for boucle chairs, sofas and ottomans as shoppers search out cozy textiles to snuggle into at the end of a long day.
But it’s not just furniture that’s seeing a texture boost.
Incorporate texture into design with tufted wall art and paper lamp shades, or even fluted or ribbed glassware. This can add visual interest to your space, making it feel dynamic and lived in.
Don’t be afraid to mix and match textures, layering a variety of different materials together—from leather, velvet and woven textiles to carved items.
2. GROWN UP GRADIENTS
Searches on Etsy for ombre, gradient or dip dye candles are up per cent, while searches for ombre or gradient art have increased by 40 per cent. Etsy, £7.26
The dreamy watercolor-like blending of tones from light to dark can provide a calming, mesmerizing effect. Find it in pastel coloured art like the ones above. Left: etsy, £9.99. Right: Juniqe, £17.95
The ombre effect can be applied on everything from wallpaper and art to smaller more decorative objects, textiles and accent pieces, or furniture (pictured). Etsy, £295
Tie-dye is sticking around for now. While ombre aesthetics have come, gone and evolved over the past decade there is a shift towards more subtle, high-end and grown-up gradients.
The ombre effect can be applied on everything from wallpaper and art to smaller more decorative objects, textiles and accent pieces.
The dreamy watercolor-like blending of tones from light to dark can provide a calming, mesmerizing effect.
Searches on Etsy for ombre, gradient or dip dye candles are up per cent, while searches for ombre or gradient art have increased by 40 per cent.
There has been a sharp increase for aura art in the last three months.
Find ombre in everything from candles to art work and even woodwork.
3. STATEMENT MIRRORS
Mirrors are now being used decoratively to add beauty and elegance to any room – in addition to upping your selfie game. Above, a playful example available on Etsy, £79
There are a wide variety of mirrors on the market that can all serve a different purpose, for example an arched mirror creates a focal point in the room, like this one from Oliver Bonas, £295
Mirrors are the epitome of form and function. They reflect light, brighten up dark spots and they have the ability to make any room feel instantly bigger.
However, they are now being used decoratively to add beauty and elegance to any room – in addition to upping your selfie game.
Whether it’s retro styles, ornate antiques, or modern and contemporary pieces, mirrors have evolved into a style symbol we’re proud to have on display.
Etsy has seen a 203 per cent increase in searches for funky mirrors and a 127 per cent increase in searches for asymmetrical mirrors in the last three months.
4. MOOD BOOSTING ACCENTS
Whether it’s sunny colour schemes or bright, neon abstract art, happy uplifting colours remind us not to take life too seriously. Above, a mood-boosting deckchair from Wayfair, £176.99
Retro or nostalgic 90s items, like these floral jewellery trays, can lift the spirit in an instant. Etsy, £17.76
The importance of wellbeing has been brought to the forefront throughout the pandemic and surrounding yourself with bright, cheerful objects is one way to boost energy.
Think retro or nostalgic 90s items, pastel decor and bright abstract art to remind us not to take life (or ourselves) too seriously.
Whether it’s sunny colour schemes, vintage pieces from a favourite childhood decade, or playful motifs, bright colours add happiness to any room.
Shoppers appear to be chasing the good vibes with searches for retro or nostalgic 90s items are up 72 per cent alongside surges in searches for pastel decor and bright abstract art.
5. UNEXPECTED WALL ART
There has been an increase in functional items such as hanging propagation planters, hat hangers and bike wall mounts as people look to add creative flair to their walls. Above Bears and Daisies, £33
Etsy discovered that people are interested in decking out their walls with unusual finds, ranging from textured art to custom shadow boxes. Above, a textile hanging from Oliver Bonas, £50
Who doesn’t like a bit of creative flare? We’ve done so much in terms of paint and wallpaper, it’s now time to start thinking outside of the box.
Etsy has found that people are interested in decking out their walls with unusual finds, ranging from textured art to custom shadow boxes.
Shoppers are getting creative and covering their walls with objects they’ve found or cherished memorabilia.
Searches for personalised or custom shadow boxes are up 32 per cent and there’s also an increase in functional items such as hanging propagation planters, hat hangers and bike wall mounts.
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