Wallpaper trends in 2021

This post was translated and featured for French-speaking readers in the Guten Morgwen home décor blog.

Wallpaper is a key interior trend for 2021. Therefore, in this post, I would like to focus on wallpaper trends in 2021 and introduce you to some incredible patterns and colours, that are popular this year.

Wallpaper trends in 2021

In the past years, I see more and more homeowners choosing very courageous colours and darker tones. Don’t get me wrong, bright colours on the walls are still the most popular option, which normally would multiply the light in the space and increase the airy feel. But darker colours are getting popularity especially in 2021 because they bring this cozy feeling that you have when you cover yourself with a blanket next to the fire pit outside. Now the cosiness of darker tones comes indoors, too.

Wallpapers from the 70s

The biggest trend this year is wallpaper from the 70s. How they say, everything new is well-forgotten old. The aesthetic patterns and ballsy colours are what we love a lot this year. It could be as simple as big geometric shapes with flashy colours (like orange or red), or funky patterns you would remember from your parents’ or grandparents’ houses.

Shop and images: Wallpaper from the 70s | wallpaperfromthe70s.com

Botanical wallpapers

This trend started a couple of years ago and it is stronger in 2021 than ever! Botanical themed wallpaper that is normally dark and deep (dark green, dark blue with splashes of bright colours) is perfect for a bedroom and in some cases the living room. In 2021 we love our bedrooms to have the feel and look of the forest. I agree, this does bring us the amazing coziness and calmness that we get from hiking trips in forests and jungles. It brings me the vibe of waking up in a tent in the morning in the forest and enjoying the sounds and beauty of nature.

Shop and images: Brewster Home Fashions | brewsterwallcovering.com

Fun fact: The oldest known pieces of European wallpaper that still exist were found in Christ’s College in Cambridge (England) and were made in 1509.

Animals in wallpapers

Floral or botanical wallpaper and animals in wallpapers come hand in hand together. I would say animals in wallpapers are a more advanced option for those who appreciate and supports nature. The scenes with animals from underwater (which would be a perfect option for your bathroom), forests and jungles bring this dynamic vibe and a massive interest to your room. It is certainly a touch in your interior that makes a bold statement.

Shop and images: Etoffe | etoffe.com

Abstract wallpaper

Now, enough of bold statements. Let’s look at some nice options when we want to create a calm ambience in our spaces without flashy and screaming colours. Abstract wallpaper would be a perfect choice if you are looking for something simple and something calming. If you decide to go for abstract wallpaper, my advice is to avoid colours like red, dark blue, purple. They tend to create a little bit of a stress factor, which we don’t want when we build a calm space.

Shop and images: Hovia | hovia.com

Unicolour wallpapers

In 2021, when we talk about unicolour wallpaper, we rarely mean one colour. What we talk about is one accent colour and a couple of minor colours or tones and a unique texture. This type of wallpaper is classier, and it is still going to be popular throughout the years. I would see this wallpaper in the homes of career-oriented people with a more serious side. It is a perfect mix of chic, glam and seriousness, but not too boring as if it were one colour.

Shop and images: Graham Brown | grahambrown.com

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