2025 is coming to a close down, so it’s that magical time for us, to look forward to what the NEW year will bring in home décor!
As we start each year off…with the…..Colors of the Year!
Pantone’s choice…“Cloud Dancer”
“Color of the Year 2026, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, is a key structural color whose versatility provides scaffolding for the color spectrum, allowing all colors to shine. In a world where color has become synonymous with personal expression, this is a shade that can adapt, harmonize, and create contrast, bringing a feeling of airy lightness to all product applications and environments, whether making a standalone statement or combined with other hues.” – courtesy of Pantone
One could say that Vermont is ALWAYS on trend…
Benjamin Moore’s choice “Silhouette AF-655”
“Reminiscent of tailored suiting, this elegant color weaves rich espresso hues with refined notes of charcoal. A distinctive color that weaves luxurious burnt umber with delicate notes of charcoal, Silhouette AF-655 lends style and grace to the Color Trends 2026 palette of enchanting pales and handsome midtones.” – courtesy of Ben Moore
Sherwin Williams‘ choice for 2026 “Universal Khaki”
I dunno about you, but it looks like the color choices for 2026, are collectively trying to calm the world! It may come as no surprise, then, that we’re collectively starting to embrace a more lived-in, time-worn aesthetic. 2026 will see us embracing the natural, the organic and the unapologetically fabulous. So from tassels and trims to rich, aged woods and beyond.
If you’re looking for your Great Gatsby moment, now’s the time. AND I AM IN LOVE! Art Deco is back, baby, with all its glamour, luxury, and bold styling. Ya know, it IS the “NEW Roaring ’20s!” Think glossy lacquer, marble, mirrors, brass, gold, and chrome, and geometric detailing like chevrons and sunbursts EVERYWHERE! SUPER moody jewel tone color palettes are perfect for that Art Deco vibe. (psssst..two of the photos below are from a boutique hotel I stayed in whilst in Vienna, Austria last year!)
The next trend for ’26 is DEF an offshoot of Art Deco’s popularity, as checkerboard floors, were a key component of that style. The new spin? You don’t have to stick with the traditional black-and-white traditional combo.
And yes, checkerboard is a very popular flooring pattern, don’t be afraid to incorporate it in a backsplash or tub surround. “Check” these out!
Built-ins are IN! Another favorite of the 1920s, built-in cabinets are back in full force in 2026! Now are purpose-built for TVs, closed storage, or even bars to make entertaining nooks. From book nooks, cocktail/entertaining purposes or to show off your extensive collections, Built-Ins add so much to a home.
A trend that is STILL trending is…sustainability.
Sustainability has transcended trendiness and thankfully has become a way of life. Great design and significantly reduce negative environmental impacts? That’s a win for everyone.
Speaking of sustainability….our EcoSmart Roller and EcoSmart Cellular Shades, that are made by us, right here in Vermont (we’ve been doing it for almost 4 decades!!) are all about energy efficiency, and roller fabrics made out of recycled materials. How awesome is that?!
There is so MUCH inspo for 2026.
Our Shade Gurus are here!