If you attended High Point Market without learning about the top trends in interior design, did you really go?

There was no shortage of trending styles, colors, textures, features and smart home technologies at Market this fall. From the visual examples in showrooms and shops to the inspired opinions of design professionals participating in educational sessions, NMG got the scoop on what’s in and what’s out in the home furnishings industry.

Overwhelmingly, these were the hot trends at Market — both in showrooms and from interior design experts. 

• Warm neutrals earthy tones, browns and jewel tones
• Sustainable materials and manufacturing practices
• Performance fabrics and soft textured fabrics
• Curved details on furniture
• Creating a sense of serenity at home
• Hospitality influence on interior design
• Customizable furniture options

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Still, given the sheer volume of products and creativity at Market, there were — of course —varying opinions on the latest trends. Several educational sessions covered interior design and furniture trends, and while most were in alignment with the list above, there were a few outliers worth noting.

Trend It or End It? 

The “Trend It or End It” session hosted by Spectra Home was an interactive panel with both designers and audience members weighing in on various trends to deem them either still in style (“Trend It”) or on the downtrend (“End It”). Some trends divided the room, and others received a unanimous response. A few unanimous callouts not on the High Point hot list included:

• Animal print fabrics
• Real leather in colors like camel and caramel

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And on the flip side, these are a few trends both the design experts and audience agreed are on the way out: 

• Gray tones and black and white
• The farmhouse aesthetic
• Minimalism and boho styles — unless used with intention

Other Key Takeaways From “Trend It or End It” 

• Trends can be regional. Be sure to educate yourself on traditional and popular styles in your region while also paying attention to local materials.
• Every customer is different. Not everyone wants what is trending.
• The non-trend trend is also trending. This empowers customers to choose what fits their unique personalities, style preferences, region and architecture of the home.

Trend Talk for Spring 2025 and Beyond 

This session, led by VP of Advisory and Partnerships for Fashion Snoops, Jaye Anna Mize, covered consumer insights, design direction, market alignment and inspiration for spring and summer 2025 home furnishings. Not surprisingly, the trends covered matched the hot trends seen all over Market. Yet, Mize did forecast a few high-level shifts of interest.

• Mindfulness — A greater movement toward simplicity and softness that also encompasses the ideas of serenity and sustainability.
• Escapism — A desire to slow down, focus on wellness and create a sense of personalization. This larger movement also connects to the influence of hospitality and customization to create a comfortable home that feels like a sanctuary.

Don’t be surprised if you start to see these trends emerge across all product categories. Likely, you are already starting to see the shift with 2025 just two months away.

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