As we step into 2025, home design is embracing warmth, comfort, and nostalgia. This year’s trends focus on personal touches that tell a story and vintage details that add character to any space. Interior designers are leaning into classic elements with a fresh, curated approach, blending old-world charm with modern sensibilities.
Margaret Carroll, founder and principal designer at Margaret Carroll Interiors, notes, “The 2025 vintage aesthetic isn’t just about looking back—it’s about adding pieces to your home that feel fresh, curated, and uniquely personal.”
From rich, earthy tones to block print wallpaper, here are the top vintage decor trends that designers are excited about this year.
1. Framed Vintage Items as Art
For a unique way to add vintage character to your walls, consider framing nostalgic items to create a meaningful gallery wall.
“Think vintage maps, quirky game boards, or antique book pages for a look that feels layered and storied,” Carroll suggests. Choosing the right frames is key—sleek burlwood or simple white matting can add a contemporary touch, while mixing wood tones enhances the collected-over-time charm.
2. Shades of Brown
Nostalgic and sophisticated, brown is making a strong comeback in 2025.
“We’re seeing brown seep back into kitchens, furniture, and bathrooms for its rich, moody, natural vibe,” says Teri Simone, head of design and marketing at Nieu Cabinet Doors. From deep chocolate hues to soft sandy tones, brown’s versatility ensures it pairs well with both modern and vintage aesthetics.
3. Vintage Lighting
Lighting is a perfect opportunity to bring vintage personality into your home.
“The vintage lighting trend is gaining even more momentum as we head into 2025,” says Jennifer Jones, principal designer at Niche Interiors. One-of-a-kind chandeliers, midcentury modern floor lamps, antique desk lamps, and retro-style wall sconces are all having a moment. Jones recommends browsing flea markets, thrift stores, and online platforms like Etsy to uncover unique finds without breaking the bank.
4. Vintage Linens Featuring Classic Patterns
Timeless textiles are an easy way to infuse vintage charm into your home.
“Classic patterns in vintage linens will be a big trend in 2025,” says Alecia Taylor, interior designer at CabinetNow. Small accents, such as gingham napkins or floral tablecloths, offer a quick update, while vintage-inspired window shades or curtain panels create a larger statement. Taylor advises selecting colors and patterns that complement your existing decor to ensure a seamless blend.
5. Vintage-Inspired Color Palette
A warm, inviting color palette is a defining feature of vintage design in 2025.
“Homeowners are looking towards nostalgia to add comfort and familiarity to their homes, which is why vintage interiors are having a moment,” says Camilla Masi, interior designer at Otto Tiles & Design US. Key colors include steely blue, eggplant, forest and olive greens, muddy browns, and creamy off-whites—tones that evoke a sense of timeless elegance.
6. All-Over Pattern Drenching
Wallpaper continues to rise in popularity, with designers embracing bold patterns from floor to ceiling.
Elizabeth Rees, CEO and co-founder of Chasing Paper, explains, “The all-over pattern drenching approach can further elevate a space, creating an immersive design with block print wallpaper.” This technique works particularly well in bedrooms, where personal touches and cozy aesthetics are key. Pairing wallpaper with soft accents and heirloom furniture enhances the vintage appeal.
7. Block Print Wallpaper
Block print wallpaper is set to dominate 2025, bringing artisanal charm and a handcrafted feel to interiors.
“Block print wallpapers will make a mark this year with their hand-stamped character, balancing timeless tradition and modern simplicity,” Rees says. One of the oldest printing techniques, block printing features repetitive, slightly imperfect patterns inspired by geometric shapes, florals, and botanicals. This vintage-inspired wall treatment offers a perfect way to add nostalgia and artistic craftsmanship to any space.
Embracing vintage decor in 2025 is all about blending classic charm with modern comfort. Whether through rich color palettes, timeless textiles, or statement lighting, these trends allow homeowners to create spaces that feel both nostalgic and uniquely their own. Which vintage trend will you be incorporating into your home this year?