Raise your hand if you’re ready for 2021! We’re right there with you—and we’ve got a plan. After a year unlike any other, we’re looking forward to bluer skies, more inspiring home setups, and seeing our universe with a little childlike wonder again. “The theme of reconnecting with our joy is going to be huge next year across the board,” explains Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson, “from the relationships we have with our spaces, to the bonds we share with our pets, to the items we choose to surround ourselves with—and the talented people who create them.” To help you stock up on feel-good vibes for the days ahead, here’s a sneak peek at five ideas we predict will get your new year off to a bright start.
Sky blue hues

“After a challenging year, Etsy’s 2021 Color of the Year is a refreshing sign that hope is on the horizon,” Dayna says. Tranquil with a clear (and cloudless) connection to nature, sky blue offers up a sense of optimism and renewal. To make the most of this serene shade, layer in touches wherever you’re likely to enjoy its soothing effects. Maybe a breezy babydoll dress becomes the star of your capsule wardrobe, or you blanket your bed in a super-soft set of dreamy linens. It could even be something as simple as sipping your morning cup o’ joe from a cerulean ceramic mug—your own little reminder that a new day is always just a sunrise away.
Reimagined living spaces

This past year, when our homes suddenly became our hubs for everything, it was all about just making it work. “We added office spaces in our living rooms, classrooms in our kitchens, and gyms in our bedrooms,” Dayna says. But as we hunker down again for the months ahead, we’re getting more intentional and creative with our approach. “On Etsy, there are so many smart, space-saving solutions to help you multi-purpose like a pro,” Dayna says. Use functional furnishings like folding desks and room dividers to set boundaries between work and play, and restore balance by tucking files and tech away in cubbies and drawers during off-hours. And for those of us who want to continue communing with nature, compact, portable pieces like collapsible stools and balcony shelves will help create gathering areas in our own backyards.
Casual-chic styles

The moment WFH became the norm for many of us, we were all too happy to embrace a “business-on-the-top, pajamas-on-the-bottom” uniform for our video calls. “In 2021, comfy clothing isn’t going anywhere,” Dayna says, “but we’re dialing our stay-at-home style up a notch.” To inject a little bit of fun and fancy into our laid-back fashion, we’re combining the best of both worlds, and complementing our cozy threads with bold, above-the-neck accessories. Think coordinated tie-dye sweats and relaxed slacks mixed with playfully embellished tops and patchwork jackets. Top it all off with eye-catching accents—like detachable collars and velvet headbands—and call the look virtual meeting-chic.
Out-of-this-world kids’ picks

“Kids have been through a lot lately—from online classrooms to limited playdates—and space-themed accents and activities are a really sweet way to give them a much-needed escape,” Dayna says. For a daytime diversion, send their young minds soaring up, up and away with rocket ship playmats and astronaut notebooks. At night, blast them off to big dreams with custom constellation pillows beneath the soft glow of a futuristic etched acrylic nightlight. And if you really want to spark their inner space explorer? “Wallpaper their worlds with colorful solar systems!” Dayna suggests.
Pet investment pieces

Whether you welcomed a new pup or kitten to the fam this year or were just really tempted to, the new-pet boom of 2020 was real. “Now that these little rascals are a bit older and wiser, and won’t tear everything to shreds, we’re really starting to spoil them with nice accessories,” Dayna says. And of course, our longtime companions deserve a special something too. Our picks? Plush dog beds perfect for hours of lazy indoor lounging, custom food bowls styled after their favorite treats, and sleek feline furniture that’s easy on the eyes. And for those extra-devoted paw-rents who want to make sure their special connection with Fluffy or Fido is unmistakable, it’s all about the coordinated outfits. From twinning cozy sweaters to patterned mask and bandana combos, these synchronized sets are as aww-inducing as they come.
53 comments
Lera from DOBERMOON said 73 days ago
It was a very strange year, indeed. Thank you for sharing your tips. I liked the idea about coordinated outfits for pets and their owners :)
Moss and Sage from MossandSageDesign said 72 days ago
Love the Sky Blue hues story. Nice selections!
Anna from SublimationDesignsAn said 72 days ago
I really like the space theme. But yellow is more comfortable than blue.
Jessica Butrich from JessicaButrichShoes said 72 days ago
Those detachable statement collars from Noemiah just perfect! Ready on feel-good vibes! Great ideas :)
Doux Wild from DouxWild said 72 days ago
Love the small workstation and desk suggestions! We’ve had quite a shift in our household and we’ve really had to rethink our small space. On to 2021!
Sorina from BijuBrill said 72 days ago
That sky blue made my heart beat with excitement! Unfortunately Pantone revealed that gray and yellow trend lol, praying for this blue instead ♥
Olga Kaplina from FunnyLoopsFinds said 72 days ago
Great ideas! Love the bold colors and designs. Congratulations on the feature!
Andrei from PuzzleManiaShop said 72 days ago
Thank you! Very interesting!
branda Moreno from branda said 72 days ago
Happy Holidays!!! :-) :-)
Olga Gadach from EmbroideryByGadach said 72 days ago
A very interesting and understandable article for all people. I liked the idea of dividing the space into zones.
Margarita from SashaLiDesign said 72 days ago
These pets, how cute they are!!! I would also get a cat and buy her all sorts of pillows, houses and plates!!! But unfortunately my husband and daughter are allergic..
Anastasija from FeltWorldStore said 71 days ago
The beauty is in the details! I love it!
Evgenia Guguly from GugulyArt said 71 days ago
Interesting article. Thank you This year was difficult and many new things appeared
ciaffi from ciaffi said 71 days ago
Congratulations!!! Happy Holidays!!! :-) :-)
Amanda N. from FlowerAndEarthSoaps said 70 days ago
That cat bed is fun, but I think my feline friends might be a bit too fat for it. Too much stress eating in 2020.
AlexaMamas from BoringThingsShop said 69 days ago
I love HuntingPony! Excellent nonsense❤️ And I was also very pleased with the blue thing, now I'm thinking about a new set of underwear of this shade.
Nemar Scicorporation said 69 days ago
I liked the idea about coordinated outfits for pets and their owners :) It was a very strange year,
Ana Paula from macraMe said 66 days ago
Wonderful!!! Congrats!!!
Lara K. from GeodeCrystalz said 64 days ago
Thanks for sharing these tips
Sujata from TreasuredMemoryLane said 63 days ago
Thanks for sharing some great ideas for a new year 2021. Love the sky blue color assortment of items. Very serene and cool color.
Sid from AssisTees said 63 days ago
2020 was a tough year, but it gave me time to hone my craft for 2021. Thank you for the ideas - I liked the one about the coordinated outfits.
Mary from JAVADIZINE said 63 days ago
Thanks for sharing these tips! Happy Holidays!
Anna from LissiKids said 62 days ago
I'm ready for 2021🙌 interesting ideas. besides, blue is my favorite color!
Emilie from EmilieGrewal said 61 days ago
Good Idea!
Miss Tatys from MissTatys said 60 days ago
Thanks for sharing the tips, i am conflicted between blue, yellow, and grey... I love them all equally!!
Anastasia from MypartyboxPrintable said 60 days ago
I like all about open space and i like "Out-of-this-world" in this article
Maria from EcoLinenShopArt said 60 days ago
what a beautiful sky blue))) soon this beautiful color will also appear in our collection)
Bernardo Barbosa Duarte from BarbosaStore said 60 days ago
I like this idea
Kyra Quinn from MoonGeekCandleCo said 59 days ago
I can't even express how much I love the coffee table cat bed! Thanks for sharing these helpful and inspiring tips!
Sorina from BijuBrill said 58 days ago
Indeed that sky blue is so serene and peaceful. we all need some calm in our lives♥
Kha Van Nhun from SFuscoArt said 57 days ago
so cute
Nicola Berkowski from ParadisMaisonUS said 57 days ago
Great ideas! It gave me some new inspiration to add to my maximalist decor shop! Yesss!! 💕💕💕👏
Chelsie from PrettyPlannerPlace said 56 days ago
Oh, I love the blue hues! So cheery!
Evie from SweeneyMcLaughlin said 52 days ago
Happy New Year to Everyone. Inspirational sky blue uplifted me! Got my creative juices going. Going to post some listings in these colors this week.
Emily K from ShareThatLove said 51 days ago
Very positive and encouraging article. I love having a “little reminder that a new day is always just a sunrise away”. Thank you for the ideas listed in the article for 2021
Natalia Mamzorkina from TeddysMomArt said 50 days ago
Thank you for the information, it's interesting!
Alexandra from SashaAquarelle said 50 days ago
I really like sky blue hues. Thanks for sharing these tips!
anna from HomeOfficePrintables said 49 days ago
Loving the kids desk ideas. We've just returned to homeschooling here in the UK so it's time to re-imagine our living space all over again!!
Cuddlesake from Cuddlesake said 47 days ago
I love the color of the year! So refreshing!
Julia from JuliLeoWatercolor said 47 days ago
Love all ideas, especially coffee table cat bed:)
Cuddlesake from Cuddlesake said 47 days ago
I love the color of the year! So refreshing!!!
Mariia from JewelryByMariiaArt said 46 days ago
very nice ))))
Mariya from MagicArtForYou said 46 days ago
Thank you for your selection! It was very interesting to study. Indeed, 2020 was a very difficult year. It was not easy to keep the children in isolation. We came up with different entertainments.
Patty Dailey said 45 days ago
Hard year behind us---remember that God is in control!
Rita from AmazingCareersDesign said 44 days ago
Really 2021 is a year of new beginnings for a lot of people! A fresh start sometimes is a must!
Juanita Lee from Happiimii said 42 days ago
Thanks for the article. Love the pick of the sky blue color. Perfect pair up with peaceful clouds ☁️
Makayla Stahl from StahlDesignsCo said 41 days ago
Thanks for sharing your tips!
Carla from CarlaStoreBoutique said 37 days ago
Thank you for sharing your tips!
Georgina Martin from TheVintageGirlShop said 36 days ago
Great selections and neat products. Thank you for providing this piece.
Swetla from KnittPatternsFromSwe said 32 days ago
Interesting information! The blue color and animal beds are especially important to me. Thank you
Mariya from MagicArtForYou said 32 days ago
Thanks for the article and a big special thank you for a selection of really interesting gift ideas!
Abbie Smith from SmithAndHolloway said 27 days ago
This is such a lovely post. Inspiring and makes me want to buy everything and continue along my journey in changing my life this 2021. X
emmy from emmydoesdesign said 13 days ago
all about the casual chic styles!