Whilst interior design is all about personal preference, investing in something which then goes out of style can be annoying.
Not only this, but it can also be a serious waste of money as well as time and effort.
Lucy Steele, paint and interior expert at Valspar, has shared her advice on which trends to leave behind in 2024 and which ones will continue to be big.
According to the expert, a big trends for 2025 is going to be colourful interiors, which has already started to emerge.
The expert said: “If you’re experimenting with colour for the first time, go for a colour you truly love and style it in one room, then expand throughout the rest of the house.”
When it comes to ditching certain trends, the expert said these include the big light, overconsumption, dupes and matching sets
The big light
Lucy said: “A glamorous chandelier or large feature light is not so popular for 2025. Instead, we’ll see more mood lighting, small lamps and dimmer options for better ambience in the home.
“Lighting is a huge part of interiors, and one overhead light does not compliment homes as much as a few smaller lights do.”
Overconsumption
Overconsumption has been a big conversation in 2024, but according to the expert, some people have taken it to the extreme.
This has led to many people creating interiors which feel empty and lifeless.
With this in mind, the expert said 2025 will see people moving away from interiors which feel bare and sterile.
Dupes
The interiors pro said: “Many people love the idea of a knock-off and a dupe, but it’s actually feeding into faster and more fleeting trends that lead to interiors that need constant replacing due to poor quality of the products.
“These throw-away pieces have shone a spotlight on the highly saturated influencer market and a growing pressure of interior trends on social media.
“Opting for buying less but better quality products for the home will be the way forward for 2025.”
Matching sets
While it’s great to have harmony and balance in the home, having completely matched sets is becoming way less trendy as people look to introduce more unique pieces into their homes.
However, this doesn’t mean it’s suitable to rebuy all new furniture. Instead, simply upcycle some pieces in the home with a new colour or replace the handles for a fresh look.
