Long before it finds its way to consumers’ favorite chair or sofa, upholstery fabric makes its debut at the Interwoven textile fair, held semi-annually in High Point, N.C. The fall edition of the show revealed a number of trends, from emerging colors to patterns and materials, likely to shape furniture design and interiors over the coming seasons.
Here, what lies ahead for fall/winter 2025/2026:
Fresh Takes on Traditional Motifs
The nostalgia trend continues to influence with the return of classic patterns with modern updates through color, texture and technique.
“We’re enhancing classic prints with super-saturated color and macro-scaling to excite the senses,” said Kristen Moonjian, creative director of home interiors and lifestyle at trend forecaster Fashion Snoops (FS).
Sunbrella gave classic stripes and plaids a twist with dotted or segmented lines, and English country florals and checkered patterns looked fresh in modern shades of blush, salmon and chambray blue.