Explore 2025's most exciting wallpaper trends: from botanical murals to curated clashing
Want to bring design trends into your home in a big way? Wallpaper has the ability to transform a blank wall into a work of art in an instant.
The wallpaper trends for 2025 signal a shift towards creating more personalised and dramatic interiors, from wallpapered ceilings to oversized murals. The growing popularity around vintage, retro and all things nostalgic also reinforces the role that wallcoverings can play in creating unique, expressive, and characterful spaces.
In a practical sense, most modern wallpapers are also easy to apply and remove, so it's an ideal choice for those who enjoy updating their space regularly.
Below, designers share the wallpaper trends that will be huge in 2025, so read on for plenty of wonderful wall inspiration that might just tempt you to redecorate.
Immersive, full-room wallpapering
Refreshing your walls? Look up; there’s another surface worth thinking about. ‘Statement ceilings are currently taking centre stage in interior design, transforming the "fifth wall" into a canvas for bold creativity,’ says Jamie Watkins, co-founder of Divine Savages.
Whether patterned, textured, or richly coloured, a statement ceiling draws the eye upwards, creating a new focal point. Try this in a dining room or bedroom – the dramatic impact might pleasantly surprise you.
Esme Amberg, head of design at The Roost, says the wallpapered ceiling trend is an ideal way to create unique spaces that express individuality. 'Total immersion was something we started to see last year and this trend will be going strong in 2025 with wallpaper patterns completely wrapping the walls and ceiling,' she explains.
Get the look: For similar, try Moody Bloom or Bloom Garden at Feathr
Oversized botanical wall murals
‘As homeowners look to bring wellness and biophilic design into the home, botanical wall murals offer a refreshing connection to the great outdoors, making rooms feel more uplifting,' says artist and textile designer Clarissa Hulse.
For 2025, be brave and go for oversized murals. ‘These will make a real statement while still maintaining an organic and soothing feel,' adds Clarissa. The versatility of these designs will also complement a wide range of styles.
Get the look: Cascading Kaleidoscope bespoke mural, Clarissa Hulse
Unapologetically retro
Offering the perfect canvas for self-expression in 2025, bold retro wallpaper designs scream confidence – ideal for those unafraid to experiment – and reflects the growing trends around nostalgia, vintage charm, and eclectic interiors.
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant aesthetics of the 60s, 70s and 80s, these wallpapers combine daring colour palettes with geometric and abstract patterns, something that James Mellan-Matulewicz, founder and creative director of Bobbi Beck, describes as 'joyful, unapologetic, and a celebration of individuality'.
Get the look: Reynold retro rainbow wallpaper in green, Bobbi Beck
Mocha Mousse
We love Pantone’s colour of the year for 2025, which is the delicious shade Mocha Mousse. Incorporating wallpaper in brown shades will add sophistication and depth to a room without overwhelming the space. 'The blush-brown shade ensures it seamlessly blends with various styles, from rustic to modern,' adds Jamie.
The focus on brown ties in with the shift towards rich, dark, earthy colours (from chocolate browns to deep greens and burnt oranges), creating a warm, inviting atmosphere with a touch of drama.
Get the look: Drunken Monkey, Divine Savages
Curated clashing
The maximalism trend lends itself to joyful, layered, personality-filled spaces where 'more is more', and one way designers love to bring this style into interiors is with curated clashing.
Sarah McCann, print and product expert at Voyage Maison, explains: 'A favourite style of mine is to pair a big, blousy wallpaper pattern with smaller, busier curtains. This rich, lush design choice instantly injects a sense of the contemporary into any space – but is particularly effective in the bedroom, with the layered approach creating a cosy and cocooning feel.'
Get the look: Thistle Glen, Voyage Maison
Denim blue shades
This is a colour choice that doesn’t just look great on jeans. Cool, inviting, and seriously dreamy, denim blue is a beautiful option that will stand the test of time and is easy to match to different decorating styles. ‘Denim blue effortlessly balances nostalgia and modernity due to its immediate association with traditional designs like Toile de Jouy and Delft,' explains Jamie.
He recommends reaching for soft chambray or deep indigo. Use these as standalone shades or combine them to create a chic colour palette. If you’re going for a contemporary look, pair these with metallic fixtures and crisp, clean lines. Or, for a more rustic take, add wooden furniture and comforting tactile textures through soft furnishings and decor.
Get the look: Crane Fonda, Divine Savages
Nostalgic florals
Florals? For 2025? The latest iteration of this classic pattern ties into the dreamy romanticism and nostalgiacore trends that have been taking over this year. Helen Ashmore, head of design at Laura Ashley, comments: 'For 2025, we'll see floral wallpapers move to the forefront, combining a nod to the past with timeless elegance.'
Whether you opt for oversized blooms to make a bold statement or delicate, vintage-inspired flowers to bring charm and character, florals will continue to lead in wallpaper design.
Get the look: Maya, Laura Ashley
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