Spring/Summer 2025 Trends: A Return to Nature, Personal Expression & Playful Details

As the design world turns its attention to the warmer seasons, one thing is clear from various travels, showhouses, and, of course, High Point Market: this spring and summer are all about connecting to nature, to story, and tonurturingoneself. The interiors we’re drawn to now are less about sleek, tech-focused spaces and more about comfort, soul, and sensory richness.Stimulate all the senses.

Here’s how you can bring the look home.

1. Wall Art as  a Storyteller

This season wall art takes center stage—not just as décor, but as a way to express yourcreative self.We’re seeing a surge in bold graphic styles, layered color palettes,and organic materials used in–and as– art.  Whether it’s a single oversized canvas or a thoughtfully curated gallery wall, art is being used asa significant design element to anchor rooms and to tell stories. Art is a medium to truly serve as a form of expression of your interests and style.

Why it matters: Art is no longer an afterthought.It's becoming a key intentional piece that represents something meaningful, defines a space, infusing it with energy and individuality.

Pro tip:Look for affordable prints that speak to your style—many indie artists and small retailers are offering budget-friendly, high-impact pieces.

2. Curves, Pleats, and Pretty Details

Say goodbye to sharp lines and minimalist silhouettes. Scalloped edges, pleated skirts on chairsand couches, and delicateblockfloral prints are making a big comeback. There’s a softness to these details—it's a nod to vintage,tailored femininity, but with a modern twist.

Trim is also having a major moment, from contrast piping to fringe and ribbon details on upholstery. It’s all about elevated whimsy.

3. Nature-Inspired Accessories

Nature isn’t just a theme—it’s the vibe. Homes are being styled with a layered mix of garden-inspired elements that evoke a sense of calm and curiosity. 

Some standout accessory trends:

• Foo dogs (they’re believed to ward off negative energy—plus, they look amazing flanking an entryway or as a tabletop accessory )
  

• Stone mushrooms andbotanical motifs -from flower pressed art, fungi plaster molds, and more.
  

• Clover shapes (3 and 4 leaf),pressed flower art, and vintage-inspiredbotanical prints
  

These details make a room feel grounded, almost like a curated indoor garden retreat.

4. Color Crush: Unexpected, Feel-Good Hues

This season’s hottest shades feel like a breath of fresh air: joyful, sophisticated, and a little unexpected. Here are a few color combos we're loving:

• Salty Brine + Blue Grotto – like a coastal breeze on a spring morning
  

• Tallulah + Peppermint– playful, vibrant, and refreshingly sweet
  

• Luna + Milk Moustache – dreamy, soft, and quietly luxurious
  

• Misty Morn + Ostrich– gentle neutrals that feel earthy and modern
  

Final Takeaway: Embrace Your Inner Storyteller

Whether it's through color, art, or decorative details, this season is all about embracing your personal story and allowing your space to reflect who you are—and what brings you joy. Nature, nostalgia, and handcrafted beauty are leading the way, with tech taking a back seat.

So go ahead—hang that bold piece of art, reupholster your chair in something floral and fabulous, or add a scalloped mirror to your entryway. Your home deserves a little whimsy!