Favorite Interior Trends for 2026
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With a new year comes new trends leading the design world. Whether it be a trend from last year that will still remain solid this year or something new that is forecasted to be a big hit, I’m sharing my top trends that I am really excited for this year to help inspire you & liven up your own space…
The utilization of antique or vintage furniture, both authentic and inspired styles, is hardly just a “trend”. Yet it does continue to be quite popular no matter what space of the home you are furnishing because of the timeless and heirloom feel it adds to the home. I love a beautifully carved dining chair like this ALARIC DINING CHAIR or this antique inspired CORINNE DRESSER that gives you the look for a French styled dresser for an elegant addition to a bedroom.
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This trend of what I deem luxe cottage is seeing a rise this year, with the merge of cottagecore style with a more elevated approach. Make use of a beautiful sconce like this ELOISE SCALLOP MILK GLASS FLUSH SCONCE or brighten up the walls with a vintage style art print like this WHITE POPPIES FRAMED PRINT for stylish additions that pair perfectly with traditionally styled spaces.
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Last year dark wood stained furniture was on the rise and this year that will only continue. I love the richness you get from the darker toned furniture like this DRISCO NIGHTSTAND and this PADMA BISTRO TABLE so this a trend I am all here for.
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This year we are seeing more use of cooler metals in the form of silvery and chrome accents. It is a nice alternative to brass and I love small additions like these DAPHNE CANDLE HOLDERS and this FOOTED NICKEL BOWL for polished pieces to elevate a coffee table or console look.
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The more patterns, the better could be a mantra for this new year. Not only are we seeing more prints in the usual accents for the home like throw pillows, drapery, and table linens, but we are also seeing more daring options like this MERYL DINING CHAIR or this CELINE IRENA SMALL STORAGE OTTOMAN for stylish furniture additions that really make a statement.
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When it comes to area rugs, bolder patterns and colors will continue to be popular this year. An area rug is already useful for helping to ground a space and bring it together, so utilizing this trend gives you the further benefit of adding a statement piece to a room. I love this ALLURE HAND-KNOTTED COPPER FLORAL WOOL RUG and this GISELE DARK SAGE RUG for vibrant ways to liven up a space.
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