"Homewares and home furnishings was Etsy’s top category in 2020, as shoppers looked for items — from decorative accents to statement-making furniture — to refresh their spaces," says Dayna Isom Johnson, trend expert for the creative marketplace.
And according to Etsy's comprehensive search data, which is what Johnson and her team use to make predictions about what we'll be seeing more of in 2021, people are looking to establish a more intimate relationship with their surroundings. From the cozy yet minimalist appeal of a Japandi interior aesthetic to all the fixings of a spa-like bathroom required to transform our spaces into sanctuaries, this year's trends speak to a collective desire for comfort and calm in our abodes. “As a huge proponent of self-care, [I think it's] so important to find moments of relaxation at home and I love that this trend makes it easy to do just that with simple additions like eucalyptus shower bundles or aromatherapy candles,” Johnson shares.
But it's not just the creation of sleek and soothing settings that have got the Etsy pros clicking. Certain must-have pieces such as wavy mirrors and mushroom lamps have also proven to be a wildly popular way for stay-at-home shoppers to add a quirky touch of personality to their living quarters (and, of course, their IG feeds). Ahead, we've outlined the six major trends that Johnson predicts are about to take off in living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, and beyond — along with the tips and products you'll need to transform your own space accordingly.
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Japandi
Incorporating elements of Japandi, a hybrid of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics, is an effective way to achieve just that. And with a 172% increase in searches for Japanese decor and a 55% increase in searches for Scandinavian decor, Johnson predicts this trend will only continue to rise.Pro tip: "Japandi fuses modern minimalist and warm rustic styles, bringing both tranquility and comfort to any space. To get the look, try pairing warm shades of wood with contrasting neutral colors," Johnson advises.
MagicLinen Waffle Linen Blanket, $, available at Etsy
HewnGoodsCo Minimalist White Oak Pepper Grinder, $, available at Etsy
TidyboyBerlin The TB.7.1 - Clothes Ladder, $, available at Etsy
KotoriStudio Modern Sashiko: Handmade Japanese Sashiko Embroidery Fi, $, available at Etsy
Travertine
For anyone that loves incorporating marble in their living environments, travertine is a word you should expect to hear more of throughout 2021. The sustainable, time-honored material from the '80s is back and showing up as the “new” neutral in homes with searches up 211% for travertine items.Pro tip: Statement surfaces are among the most popular ways in which Etsy users are adopting this trend, Johnson says. "Shoppers are especially looking for travertine tables — both vintage and handmade — with searches up 361% on Etsy. "
BBStoneStudio Travertine Cutting Board, $, available at Etsy
STORIVintage Travertine Coasters, $, available at Etsy
Swancityupcycle Vintage Maitland Smith Style Entryway Table, $, available at Etsy
objekte Fratelli Mannelli Travertine Elephant Table Lamp, $, available at Etsy
Waves, Squiggles & Curves
If you spend a lot of time on Instagram, you may have noticed a groovy shape that's (quite literally) making waves in people's abodes: squiggly, curvy decor items everywhere from the bedroom to the bathroom and beyond. These smoothed-out zig-zag motifs are seriously trending right now, and Etsy shoppers are on top of it. Johnson reports that there’s been an extraordinary 28,236% increase in searches for wavy candles and a 5,296% increase in searches for wavy mirrors.Pro tip: "The trend can be incorporated into decor as subtly as in a mug handle or as statement-making as in a floor-length mirror," she says.
SilcStuff Mid Century Nordic Scandi Style Candleholder, $, available at Etsy
littleanana Splash Shape Mirror, $, available at Etsy
HOMUHUMANS Ziggy Soap Dish, $, available at Etsy
BluMintStudios Coasters Clay Pink Mono Squiggle, Set of 4 Coasters, $, available at Etsy
Stay-At-Home Sanctuaries
Shoppers are turning to their bathrooms to take refuge by creating a soothing, stress-free, spa-like atmosphere. "We’ve seen a 7,466% increase in searches for eucalyptus shower bundles, a 212% increase in searches for bath caddies, and a 120% increase in searches for waffle towels," Johnson explains.Pro tip: According to Johnson, greenery (real or fake) can help take your at-home sanctuary to the next level: "We’re calling olive trees the new 'it' plant — we’ve already seen a 269% increase in searches for olive trees and an 896% increase in searches for faux olive trees. Move over, fiddle leaf fig trees!"
HeritageApothecary Amethyst Cluster Candle Holder, $, available at Etsy
PegandAwl Sustainable Wood Bath Tray, $, available at Etsy
zzieeceramics Droplet Incense Holder, $, available at Etsy
UniqueForestArts 4 foot,6 foot Artificial Olive Tree,artificial tree,silk tree,Artificial Silk Plant,artificial tree Green, $, available at Etsy
Checkered Prints
Blame it on The Queen's Gambit or on the lockdown board game boom, but checkerboard prints are here to stay for a minute. On Etsy, searches for items featuring this playful print within the home and living category have jumped 889%.Pro tip: This must-have pattern — Johnson calls it "gingham’s modern cousin" — is super versatile and can be incorporated into home design in a variety of color combinations. Think checkered print rugs (up 1,0004% in search), pillows and poufs (up 327%), and blankets, quilts, and bedding (up 182%).
softroomstudio Wavy Red Checkered Rug, $, available at Etsy
JakeThomasParkerArt Checkered Flower Trinket Dish, $, available at Etsy
checkersandflowers Cheecky Throw Pillow, $, available at Etsy
HOMAH Checkered Blanket, $, available at Etsy
Mushroom Motifs
We already had our eyes on the crop of mushroom pieces popping up across closets and accessories collections, so the fact that the motif has swiftly made its way into the realms of wellness and interior design as well comes as no surprise.
Pro tip: "This retro trend is coming back with a modern twist, Johnson says. "Mushroom lamps, a recent social media darling, are taking off: there has been a 371% increase in searches f[or them]. We’ve also seen a whopping 902% increase in searches for mushroom pillows and pillowcases."
ThistleandFox Woodland Mushrooms Botanical Wallpaper, $, available at Etsy
ARceramicsShop Amanita Jewelry Dish, $, available at Etsy
lightexture Modern Table Lamp, $, available at Etsy
MetaBirdNYC Mushroom Pillow, $, available at Etsy
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