Founded by Sara Sugarman in 2012, Lulu & Georgia has been at the forefront of the home decor scene for over a decade, producing collections in collaboration with some of the biggest designers in the country.
So when Lulu & Georgia's design team posted their favorite interior trends and predictions for 2025, we listened. We also couldn't help but notice there was a common thread between all of the looks suggested. Colorful, characterful, and cozy, each post encompasses the move away from modern, minimalist interiors to spaces that lean more towards eclecticism and maximalism. Here are the key looks the L&G team is loving (as are the H&G team), and tips on how you can bring each one into your own home.
1. Animal print is back
Although a bit of a marmite trend, animal print is one of the design trends that Lulu and Georgia have named a firm 2025 favorite. Featured on clothes, furnishings, and accessories, leopard print was a popular style towards the end of 2024 and Lulu and Georgia have continued to use animal print within this year's collections.
Bold prints can be daunting when it comes to interior design as they pose the risk of clashing against other furnishings however, when done right they can bring a much-needed dose of fun and variation. And animal print doesn't always have to be part of a bolder scheme either, it can look beautiful and subtle when you get the right pattern and layer it with neutral shades.
A classic and bold pattern, this cheetah-printed pillow cover would make the perfect addition to a sofa or armchair of any color.
An alternative take on animal print, we love this antelope-style rug for its subtlety. It will be easy to integrate this piece into any room for an instant cozy and plush feel.
Leopard print comes in different shapes and sizes, like this Mira Blue Buffet Shade that's minimal yet quirky in design. Pair with blue and cream furnishings for a coordinated scheme.
2. Pattern drenching
Pattern drenching is the new, bolder take on the color drenching trend we've been seeing over the last few years. Taking the same, or similar print across all surfaces – walls, ceilings, furniture, and decor.
You can go as statement as you like, but what we love about this example is stripes are a classic and although the look is brave one, it's also a timeless one and surprisingly livable too. The Lulu & Georgia Painterly Stripe Wallpaper has been paired with a matching couch and the woodwork painted in the same yellow shade to really complete the cohesive look.
3. Tiny artwork
Decorating with smaller artwork is a favorite of the Lulu & Georgia design team and a recent favorite of the H&G team too. After seeing numerous examples of how you don't always need to go oversized with your artwork, we too are convinced tiny art is the way to do it in 2025.
This trend is down to interpretation, it focuses on decorating with artwork in areas that aren't typically considered. The space above the headboard is a conventional place to hang a piece, but the area above a bedside table is often neglected, making it an ideal spot to showcase some tiny art. Tiny prints also work well in more practical spaces like kitchen and bathrooms.
Available in various forms, Anthropologie's collection of Eye Wall Art is charming and inspired. It couldn't be more tempting to give the maximalist trend a try with these pretty frames.
Make a statement on a smaller scale with this print from Lulu & Georgia. Reminiscent of Japanese woodblock prints, this painting is finished in a deep red making it an on-trend yet timeless decor choice.
Simple in subject, this cute Storm Cloud Wall Art hanging is ideal for filling a small, neglected space. Pair with another small frame for charming unison.
4. Furniture with contrast piping
Lulu & Georgia have named contrasting piping as the big furniture trend of 2025 as it has a sophisticated yet characterful look, very in keeping with the mood in interior design right now. Contrast piping brings a touch of interest as it highlights a small accent and accentuates the overall look of a piece. It's a way to elevate everyday pieces, an opportunity to add more color and more depth to a room.
Reminiscent of a living room in a country cottage, furniture with contrast piping draws upon the ever-growing characterful trend that takes inspiration from maximalist interiors. There are many examples of contrast piping, but it's best displayed on soft furniture, like sofas and armchairs.
This two-piece sofa is chic in color and shape. Paired with white piping, it's a cozy yet minimal combination that will suit any living room nook.
Brown is on trend for this year as it's both warm and chic. You can't go wrong with plush velvet on a sofa, and this one is finished in a luxurious cognac shade with praline-colored piping.
A great example of the contrast piping trend, the James Twin Sleeper Sofa is perfect for smaller spaces that need a couch that will accommodate guests.
5. Timeless stripes
Decorating with stripes isn't going anywhere this year. Lulu & Georgia have said stripes are for 'now, then, and always' and we can see why. They bring an all-important sprinkle of pattern to a space and although bold, can be mixed with smaller or larger variations for a fun combination.
We saw stripes featured in so many interiors last year and of course, this will continue in 2025. What we love about the pattern is that it can be daringly different but also subtle and considered. It's all about individual styles and using them however much you need and wherever you see fit.
Bolster cushions are an instant way to elevate a sofa or your bedding set up. This stripe design is a total classic that would work with any color scheme or design style.
Stripes don't need to be bold and loud, they can be subtle and harmonious too. Farrow & Ball is a great place to start when it comes to wallpaper hunting and this Petal Stripe is a characterful take on the 2025 trend.
Striped wallpaper might be a bit on the bold side for you, but you can easily introduce smaller, lower commitment touches of pattern. Bedding is a great to do so.
6. Skirted furniture
Although often seen as a fussy, old-fashioned look, skirted furniture has been named by Lulu & Georgia as a 'chic and romantic' style that will be an established trend in 2025. Harking back to historic Victorian bedrooms, skirting is an easy way of bringing a lived-in, antique feel to a room.
And it definitely doesn't have to be overly traditional in style, there are lots of styles of skirting furniture from the super flamboyant to very minimal designs that just add a nice softness to an otherwise bland space.
The Portola Sofa features a base of wide pleats that give the piece a dose of character. The top feels quite modern and minimal, the bottom gives a vintage twist – proof skirted furniture can be understated.
Chairs can be skirted too and are an easy way of bringing drama and whimsy to a living room or bedroom. Try pairing this Minnie Chair with its twin for a double dose of fun.
This is where two trends meet – stripes and skirts. You can't go wrong with this characterful yet elegant pairing.
Lulu & Georgia have selected a lovely handful of styles for the year. We're pleased to see that characterful decorating will continue to shine in 2025, with minimal interiors taking a backseat for a little while.
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