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At Fabrics Galore, we’ve been diving into the latest interior trends for 2025 to uncover how these evolving styles can refresh your home. The good news? This year’s trends feel more like a natural progression rather than a dramatic departure from 2024. It’s all about building on your current look with soothing colours and timeless designs that blend effortlessly into your home. Let’s explore the highlights from the experts at Country Living, House Beautiful, and Elle Décor—and how you can bring them to life with fabric-based projects.
How Interior Trends Are Evolving in 2025
Everything about this year’s interiors feels calm, comforting, and easy to live with. Even bold colours are gentler than last year’s vibrant reds, leaning towards warmer and more cheerful tones like Dulux’s Colour of the Year, True Joy, a sunshine yellow that promises to brighten even the darkest corners.
Earthy tones from 2024 are softening further, with designers favouring dusty pinks and aubergine purples that bring subtle sophistication to any space. These colours complement the growing trend for antique pieces in dark woods like walnut, oak, and mahogany. For a cohesive look, try pairing these natural wood tones with burgundy or pink-infused neutrals.
As for brown, it remains a staple but has taken on a more comforting feel—think of the rich, cosy shade of Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, a colour reminiscent of your favourite cup of cocoa. If brown feels a bit too heavy, Pantone’s blush pink accent shades offer a modern and refreshing alternative.
Last year’s love for warmer neutrals continues, though soft mid-blues are stepping in where green once dominated. This shift makes it easier to add variety to your existing palette without starting from scratch.
John Lewis talks about “Spring Renewal” which references a “relaxed modern country look” and colours which are calming and easy to live with. Which is a relief for those of us who like to build on what we have made in previous years.
Bring These Trends Home with Fabric-Based Projects
At Fabrics Galore, we believe in crafting interiors that evolve with your style. Here’s how you can use fabric to bring the latest trends into your home.
1. Curtains and Blinds in Warm, Uplifting Tones
Transform your windows with custom curtains or blinds in 2025’s trending colours. Sunset-inspired hues like terracotta and buttery magnolia bring warmth, while dusty blues or pink-infused neutrals add subtle elegance. For kitchens, gingham café curtains offer a nostalgic yet modern touch.
Top Tip: Layer sheer off-white fabrics with patterned drapes to capture the eclectic trend of mixing textures and styles.
2. Cushions and Upholstery with Personality
With oversized sofas and eclectic interiors on the rise, cushions are more essential than ever. Opt for cheerful patterns and tactile materials like velvet or boucle in richer tones—think truffle brown, chartreuse yellow, or muddy pink. Reupholster benches, ottomans, or footstools to refresh your space while keeping it unique.
DIY Idea: Try using ticking stripes or sunbaked reds for a headboard makeover that nods to this year’s "modern country" aesthetic. (see above)
3. Add Texture with Rustic and Nostalgic Accents
Fabrics with a rustic feel, like thick wools or natural linens, are perfect for creating a cosy, nostalgic vibe. Add gingham cushions to dining chairs or make patchwork throws in a mix of earthy tones for a modern-rustic living room. Combining new fabrics with vintage patterns is a great way to embrace the trend for eclectic interiors.
4. Build on What You Already Have
One of the best things about 2025’s trends is their flexibility. If you’ve already incorporated earthy colours or warmer neutrals, try updating smaller elements. A few new cushion covers in dusty blue or reupholstering a footstool in velvet can breathe new life into your space.
Sustainable Idea: Reclaim and revamp antique furniture with new upholstery fabric. The trend for dark woods works beautifully with rich, comforting colours.
Declining Interior Trends to Leave Behind
While crafting your updates, it’s worth noting that certain styles are on their way out. The “vanilla girl” aesthetic and cottagecore kitchens are fading, though thicker-pile bouclé remains popular in bolder colours. Mindless maximalism is also taking a backseat, with 2025’s interiors focusing more on thoughtful layering rather than clashing patterns.
This year is all about making thoughtful, easy-to-live-with updates that reflect your personal style. At Fabrics Galore, we have a wide range of fabrics to help you craft the perfect look, from velvets for bold upholstery projects to nostalgic prints for curtains and cushions. So browse our latest furnishing fabrics and let’s refresh your interiors—one project at a time!
