Fading Fads, Lasting Style:
Making 2025 Trends Your Own with Davidson Home Furnishings
Article & Photos by Renata Haidle with Tiff Davidson-Blades
When it comes to interior design, trends are like a conversation between the past, the present, and the future. In today’s world of endless inspiration fueled by the internet, social media, and AI, discovering truly original ideas can feel like a challenge. The truth is, trends aren’t entirely new; more often than not, they are a revival of the past. As the saying goes, “If you wait long enough, it will come back around.” Whether they last a season or a decade, trends offer the opportunity to experiment with something new. But the real magic happens when a suggestion resonates deeply with you, transforming from a passing phase into a personal classic. That’s where true style lives: in the designs that make you feel at home and reflect your unique sense of comfort and identity.
This year, the focus is on evolution, blending nostalgia with innovation to create spaces that feel both familiar and forward-thinking.
ORGANIC MATERIALS
By choosing elements rooted in nature, we celebrate the beauty of the world around us while filling our homes with warmth and authenticity. Incorporating materials like reclaimed wood, raw stone, and woven fibers creates a tactile connection to the environment - one that feels both grounding and timeless. This approach deeply resonates with the Montana spirit, where a love for the land and a respect for craftsmanship have long influenced the way we live and design.
INVESTMENT PIECES
Cultivate a collection of items you truly cherish – pieces with sentimental value, like your grandmother's antique chair. These carefully curated items will not only enhance your home but also enrich your life. Reflecting this trend, furniture silhouettes are returning to a softer, more romantic aesthetic. Look for pieces with rounded backs and arms to create cozy, inviting spaces that romanticize your everyday life.
SUSTAINABILITY
Embrace eco-conscious choices with reclaimed woods, recycled glass, organic fabrics, and unique, handmade designs. Natural materials such as stone, clay, and untreated wood age gracefully over time, enhancing their beauty while reducing environmental impact. Giving new life to family heirlooms creates a truly personal and sustainable home. Prioritize quality over quantity, and you will build a space that feels intentional, timeless, and kind to the planet.
BIOPHILIC DESIGN
Biophilic design is a growing trend that reflects the innate human connection to nature. This design approach is yet another way to bring the outdoors in, fostering a sense of well-being and serenity. Incorporate water features like small fountains or tabletop waterfalls, cultivate a lush indoor garden with a variety of plants, maximize natural light through large windows and skylights, and prioritize views of nature whenever possible. The result is a calming, restorative environment that soothes the senses and provides a peaceful retreat from the demands of everyday life.
COLOR
Embrace bold color in everything from accent pieces to furniture. 2025 is about welcoming rich and deep colors once again. Choose warm, saturated hues like forest greens, chocolate browns, deep rust, and burgundy; they will add a sense of drama and sophistication to any space. Consider incorporating a touch of the newly fashionable Mocha Mousse, a shade of brown that Pantone chose as color of the year.
PATTERNS
While textures will remain a key element, expect a resurgence of bold patterns. Embrace classic plaids, vibrant florals, and a wide array of captivating prints. Whether you opt for a subtle touch with a patterned pillow or create a dramatic statement with wallpapered walls, patterns are a powerful tool for injecting personality and individuality into your space. They offer a wonderful opportunity to express your unique style and create a truly one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
SEASONAL SWAP
Lighter, brighter colors are typically used in warmer seasons, while darker, warmer tones make more sense in the winter months. In the winter, use soft, lighter shades like winter white, sage green, and soft blue, and in the summer, use deeper jewel tones in floral fabric or an area rug.
A NOD TO THE WEST: WHERE MODERN MEETS RUSTIC
While Montanans have long incorporated elements of Western style into their homes – think classic cowhide rugs and cherished Western art – this timeless aesthetic is now experiencing a nationwide resurgence. The modern interpretation of Western decor embraces a sophisticated blend of rustic charm and refined elegance. Think rich leathers, timeworn woods, and authentic hides seamlessly integrated with contemporary furnishings. This trend celebrates the beauty of natural materials, incorporating earthy textures and native fabric patterns for a touch of stylish authenticity.
