While the fashion world has its September and February runway shows, late spring is when creatives in the home design and decor worlds bring their best new ideas out from the studio and into the public eye at a slew of design, art, and furniture fairs all across New York City. Among the main events is ICFF, one of the largest gatherings of creators, interior designers, architects, and retailers in the world. It’s one of our favorite times of the year, and a great chance to get a glimpse of—and start getting excited about—the shapes, colors, and motifs that will set the trends for the year to come. And there was so much to get excited about at ICFF this year! Many of our favorite 2017 trends are still going strong (hello again, arches and terrazzo), but we also found plenty of fresh interiors ideas to add to our shopping lists and inspo files for 2018. Read on for more about our favorite themes from the show—and explore the Etsy shops that are already bringing these trends to life.
A color we love: cobalt blue
Every year has its “it” color that, when incorporated into a home even in the form of a single accent piece, instantly brings the overall vibe into the right-now present. And for us, this year it’s cobalt. As commanding and cutting-edge as it may be, this ultra-saturated blue is also a classic, and for good reason—it plays nicely with any style, from coastal cottage to clean and modern.
A pattern we love: grids
There was something oddly satisfying about the array of graph paper–like grids that appeared in booth after booth at this year’s show. Some were up-front and unmistakable: a bold printed pillow or throw, a graphic tile backsplash. Others made more subtle appearances in the woven patterns of chair backs and lampshades. The fun part? Now that we’ve called your attention to these orderly little squares, you’ll begin to notice them everywhere.
An aesthetic we love: refined woodwork
While we’re all for experimenting with whimsical accent pieces and unexpected furniture shapes, we have a soft spot for objects with simple silhouettes that allow for expert craftsmanship and quality materials to take center stage. At ICFF, we were particularly blown away by all the gorgeous and minimally adorned woodwork we saw—endless understated embodiments of the less-is-more mantra.
30 comments
bluewine studio from bluewinestudio said 259 days ago
Beautiful collection! Hardwood bud vase is my favorite! Thank you for sharing.
DeUno from DeUno said 259 days ago
Great selection! Many beautiful items!
Robin from jarmfarm said 259 days ago
Fabulous fresh new ideas! I love the cobalt blue accent color very much. The refined woodwork is also a treat to the eyes. Thank you for sharing these new trends.
Joanie at TinyChinaVintage from TinyChinaVintage said 259 days ago
Awesome trends highlights - I adore cobalt! Thanks for the update :-)
TreasuredMemoryLane from TreasuredMemoryLane said 258 days ago
Beautiful collection of items! Good to know the upcoming trends. Thanks for sharing.
Olga Kaplina from KnitteditemsbyOlga said 258 days ago
Many beautiful items!Thank you for sharing.
Priscilla from Gardenmis said 258 days ago
Love these trends, especially the cobalt blue! TFS :)
TropicalGarden from TropicalGarden said 258 days ago
Thanks for sharing these upcoming trends and selections! Great pieces may last for a long time.
Anna from FairyToysWorld said 258 days ago
My lovely cobalt blue!!! It is unreal beautiful!
One Stop Steampunk Shoppe from OneStopSteamShoppe said 258 days ago
Beautiful items! Thanks for keeping us updated on the latest trends! : )
Beth Highley from SparkleShyne said 258 days ago
Always love cobalt blue. The furniture is so elegant. Thank you for this collection!
Rocket Jack from RocketJackDesign said 257 days ago
Love those blues!!!
Gillian Northcott from esanivintage said 257 days ago
Lovely combination of bold and earthy colours.
Olga from LinenAndTailor said 257 days ago
Lovely blue collection! Thank you
Cathy from msbijouxbeads said 257 days ago
Beautiful, I like the use of the grid pattern, thanks for sharing.
R.M Garrett from ArtisticAcrylics said 257 days ago
I love the uniqueness of creations from all these shops that stirs the imagination and pushes you to not just adhere to how things are expected to look, but to bring to life what you see in your minds eye! Wonderful article, great items, my favorite being the refined woodwork, and thanks for sharing!!
Leo Nuvunga from AfricanCraftsCenter said 256 days ago
Beautiful collection!
Yadaluk from Muntra said 256 days ago
You have wonderful work and good designs.
Jennifer Tyson from LadyInPurpleBoutique said 256 days ago
I'm loving the cobalt color! Thanks for sharing!
renee and gerardo from GTDesigns said 255 days ago
Trendy beautiful!! Love the table setting ... TFS!!!
Naimeh from WhatNaimehMakes said 255 days ago
lovely!! thanks for sharing.
Anastasia from CosyHomeByAnastasia said 254 days ago
So wonderful and awesome designs! The collections inspired the creation of new ideas! Especially the cobalt blue! Fantastic!!! Thank you sooo much!!! = D =DD
SimplyCuteArt posh from SimplyCuteArt said 253 days ago
Great collection! Love the items :)
Eugen Ashkin from JenArtsyWood said 251 days ago
Great color combo ... Very motivating for beginner sellers. Thank you!
Nathalie Thompson from rubyfloy said 249 days ago
Thanks for the inspo!
emaxtees from EmaxTees said 248 days ago
Home sweet home, keep showing us best trending home designs
Rocket Jack from RocketJackDesign said 241 days ago
Gimme the blues, love em!
Garland said 239 days ago
Ozzie mommie
InspirationAbstracts from InspirationAbstracts said 239 days ago
I love the simplicity of the grid patterns! I think they will work really well with pastels :).
Rachel Bingaman from BingArt said 227 days ago
I love all of these decor trends! :)