Pinterest reveals it’s trend predictions for 2026
Pinterest has once again shared it’s trend predictions across fashion, food, make-up and of course, home and decorating.
The overall message this year has been that consumers are seeking comfort, authenticity and optimism to quiet the noise of the negative news and social media.
Trends are also growing faster than ever before, in fact 4.4x faster than 2019 which was just 7 years ago. The three key concepts of the trends this year actually are helping to avoid trend fatigue, and include:
- Emotional comfort and belonging
- Curating, not copying
- Grounded optimism
Pinterest’s Global Head of Trend and Insights, Sydney Stanbank explains: “Pinterest is the perfect place for people to escape overstimulation through trends that don’t create social comparison or FOMO.
“Instead, these trends preserve individualism and personal identities.
“In 2026, people will make these trends their own, putting unique spins on each and ensure that what’s trending never comes at the cost of personal expression.”
Here we outline each of the trends that link to our interiors, and share a few of our favourite interiors buys which suit each one.
1. FunHaus
Bold is beautiful in 2026, and the bigger the better!
This year, circus-inspired home decor is on the rise thanks to boomers and millenials being brave with their colour choices.
Think bold stripes, sculptural silhouettes and a wink of clownish charm.
To make it work, balancing is key. Pair punch-line patterns with scaled-back palettes so the space can feel elevated, with a touch of camp, without becoming too much.
Searches for circus interior are up a whopping 130%, and vintage circus aesthetic up 70%.
On a more niche level, searches for striped ceiling is up 40% while circus art is up 35%.
Part of the focus on circus-themed interiors appears to be in our children’s spaces with searches for circus nursery up 50%.
How to embrace the trend in your home
These buys will get your circus-inspired décor off to a flying start.
Striped light
Add a dash of bold ‘funhaus-esque’ strips to your sitting room or bedroom with this quirky lamp.
- Circus table ceramic yellow lamp, £204 from Dar Lighting – buy here
Up, up and away
Be inspired to take off on new adventures with these quirky hot air balloomn drawer knobs.
We think they would be perfect for a circus-themed nursery or even as part of circus inspired décor in other parts of the home.
- Hot air balloon drawer knob, £5.95 each from Home Luxe Co – buy here
Small pouffe
Looking for a stylish accent for your living room? This red jute pouffe is perfect for nodding to the circus trend.
- Red jute pouffe, £95 from Braided Rug – buy here
Circus style
Take the trend to the next level with this stunning feature wallpaper inspired by the circus extravaganza.
It’s perfect for a children’s bedroom and really brings colour and life to a space.
- Life’s a circus wallpaper, £256 per roll from Harlequin – buy here
2. Cabbage crush
2026’s motto is going to be live, laugh, leaf – according to Pinterest anyway.
All generations will be saying farewell to their cauliflower obsession and bring cabbage back into the kitchen fold.
While this trend is predominantly to do with eating habits (searches for cabbage dumplings are up 110%, while fermented cabbage and cabbage alfredo are up 35% and 45% respectively), we like to think they’ll still be a place in the kitchen for the cabbage-inspired diningware.
How to embrace the trend in your home
Bring the cabbage trend to your kitchen and dining areas with these veg-inspired buys.
Cabbage candles
Candles are a must, especially in the winter months.
Bring the cabbage trend to your candlelit evenings with this quirky candle holder.
- Green cabbage candle holder, £22 from Casa by JJ – buy here
Cabbage plate
Ensure your plate is greener than ever with this quirky style.
- Cabbage dessert plate, £19.80 from Joanna Wood – buy here
3. Afrohemiam Decor
2026 also promises to bring a fusion of African and bohemian styles to our interiors, and we have both Boomers and Gen X to thank.
Searches for ‘African boho living room’ and ‘afro chic home décor’ are trending on Pinterest, with the latter up 220%.
This is a sign that décor is going to Dakar and beyond.
Think colourful Nigerian textiles and Ethiopian wall art, alongside handwoven baskets and natural fiber rugs.
Pinterest has also reported that searches for motif berbere are up 210%, motif berbere up 210%, bamboo beaded curtains up 60% and rattan accent chair up 50%.
It’s a surefire sign that our homes will be fully embracing this phenomenon this year.
How to embrace the trend in your home
Discover some top buys to dress your home in this trending style below…
Hand woven table baskets
Bring colour to your kitchen with these stunning, handmade fruit baskets.
- Hand woven table baskets, £25 from Lola and Mawu – buy here
Rattan accent chair
Add a touch of the Afrohemiam trend with this rattan accent chair, it will go with most schemes.
- Yaheetech 65.5cm wide linen rattan chair, £96.99 from Wayfair – buy here
Jute rug
This stunning rug is ideal for a hallway or landing space, and will look beautiful on bare floorboards to add detail.
- Scalloped jute green border runner rug, £65 from Oliver Bonas – buy here
4. Neo Deco
Art Deco is a rising trend for this year, but it’s getting a modern twist.
Shiny, sleek and tuned into 2026, this retro aesthetic is being brought back by Gen X and Millenials.
Think crisp chevrons, fan arches and other geometric hits, all edged in chrome and bass.
It’s bold, it’s glam, and maybe a touch eccentric.
Searches are on the rise for antique bar cart (up 100%), red marble bathroom (up 80%) pendant lamp (up 40%) and both brass aesthetic and leather banquette (both up 35%).
How to embrace the trend in your home
Bring art deco back to the fore of your home with these beautiful buys.
Glamorous mirror
Nothing says art deco like a tasteful, stylish mirror, and this piece is perfect for a hallway or living room so you can check you’re looking fresh.
- Backlit art deco style veneer round mirror, from £3,100 from Juliette’s Interiors – buy here
Abstract canvas
This stylish canvas is a great addition to an art deco themed space, and the Scandi design means it’s hitting two trends in one.
- Abstract gold black canvas, £65 from Click Style – buy here
Cabinet style
This stunning cabinet is a great piece of investment furniture of you’re setting up an Art Deco space. It’s chic and beautiful, and a great piece of functional storage.
- Jai Art Deco Cabinet, £789 from Swoon Editions – buy here
5. Extra Celestial
In 2026, Generation Z and Millennials are going intergalactic across interiors, make-up and more.
So think holographic home accents, and searches for alien core aesthetic (up 80%), opalescent (up 115%), and futuristic truck (up 60%).
Think space age futuristic realism, right at the heart of your home!
How to embrace the trend in your home
Unlock your inner goddess with these celestial homeware buys.
Night sky print
The stars and the night sky hold a real fascination, and now you can bring them into your home with this stunning print.
Choose from a range of colours and designs and choose an important date to you to forever have that night sky on your wall.
- Night sky classic personalised print, from £50 at The Night Sky – buy here
Gold star shade
Pimp up your nightlight or reading lamp with this celestial starry shade.
It’s a bargain buy and ideal for nodding to the new trend in a subtle way.
- Card candle shade in gold stars, £12.99 from Nicholas Engert Interiors – buy here
Celestial dream roller blinds
Bring the celestial trend to your windows as you overlook the skies with these stunning pink roller blinds.
They’re subtle but stylish, and are perfect for an office, bedroom or spare room.
- Celestial dream blush roller blinds, from £16.49 from English Blinds – buy here
6. Opera aesthetic
Imagine dramatic drapery, red roses and a sting quartet playing dark cabaret.
In 2026, parties are set to get more opulent than ever as Millennials and Gen Z bring vintage theatre aesthetic to each and every gathering.
Hold the curtain, each detail is being dialled up to the nines!
Searches for midnight masquerade are up 95%, masquerade decor up 40% and wedding ceiling draping up 40%.
It’s about to get incredibly extra!
How to embrace the look in your home
Add luxury and charm to your home with these beautiful interiors ideas.
Masquerade wallpaper
Add charm and decorum to your home with this gorgeous wallpaper. It’s ideal for a feature wall and gives off masquerade vibes.
- Swan song wallpaper masquerade, £159 per roll from Lime Lace – buy here
Outdoor boudoir
Bring the opera style to your courtyard or outdoor space with these stunning outdoor lights and drapes combo.
- Outdoor lights from a selection at Lights4fun – browse and buy here
Stylish settee
Relax and unwind in opulent fashion with this romantic velvet sofa.
It gives us real opera vibes and when combined with stunning scatter cushions, a rug on the floor and beautiful drapes – it really sets the scene for a opera-designed boudoir.
- Loren 3 seater sofa in champagne, £499.99 from Furniture & Choice – buy here
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