You’ve probably heard every possible opinion about design trends for 2026 by now — and honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if you’re feeling a little trend-fatigued. But underneath all the noise, there is a direction I genuinely feel excited about.
Texture on texture is a big one, and my personal favorite expression of that shift is whimsical elements. As a Design Lab by Livingetc stylist, I find this movement incredibly inspiring. There’s a growing confidence in mixing old and new, and this “refurbished heritage” mindset of refreshing what you already own with thoughtful additions, honestly, feels like a love language for a stylist.
