2022 is almost here—and that means it’s time to start planning ahead when it comes to what will be trending in the new year. To balance the neutral and warm tones in rooms, the trend of adding textiles will help to a more elegant feel.
“Bring on the textured fabrics!” exclaims interior designer Julia Longchamps. Maybe it’s a reaction to a year and a half spent getting cozy at home, or a product of increased attention to detail, but “velvets, sherpa, and boucles are the ‘it’ fabrics for 2022,” she says. And for good reason: “Cozy fabrics not only feel amazing but look chic and luxurious. We’ll also see fringe taking a front seat next year on furniture, especially sofas and ottomans.”
“In addition to warm colors, beautiful textiles will be a staple in adding in color, texture, and depth to a space,” says Anna Franklin, interior designer and founder of Stone House Collective. “Although monochromatic white designs are not out of style, we are certainly seeing a draw for those warmer, rich colors that textiles bring into a space.”
This can be done simply with layering different fabrics (on a bed, for example), or using different materials as accents. “One of our favorite ways to embrace this trend is with natural elements like linen in earth tones, or with fabric patterns that offer pops of rich color on a neutral background,” says Franklin. “Don’t be surprised to see some of your grandma’s favorites prints and fabrics coming back, such as velvet.”
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