Fall is just around the corner, and many people are starting to put away their summer clothes and incorporate new fabrics into their wardrobes—hello, chunky knit sweaters and plaid button-downs. But once you’ve changed your wardrobe, there’s no reason to stop there. The start of a new season is also always a great time to evaluate your home decor and take some time to rethink the textiles you incorporate into your space. Summer is all about lightweight linens and simple hues, but fall textile trends welcome the opportunity to experiment with more patterns and weave new hues into your space, designers say.
Here, four interior designers comment on the seven textile trends they’re loving for fall 2024. Whether your home decor leans toward timelessness and tradition or you prefer an eclectic look, these trends will perfectly complement a range of design aesthetics.
Featured image of Alex McCabe’s living room by Nikole Ramsay.
Corresponding wallpapers and fabrics
Don’t think that because you’re using one specific print on your walls, you have to choose another one for your accent seating or curtains. Becky Carbone, founder of Becky Carbone Interiors, prefers to stick to a single print throughout her designs. “It feels very cohesive but not too busy,” she said.
Not ready to be so bold? You can also take inspiration from curtains and use them on your bed or sofa. To make sure your space still has some variety, Carbone offers another tip: “Adding trim or rope in an accent color, then layering lampshades in a coordinating print can help complete the look,” she says.
Artistic, bold patterns
Need help choosing patterns to use throughout your space? Amy Youngblood, founder of Amy Youngblood Interiors, has seen an increase in the use of “artistic, boldly patterned fabrics,” including florals, abstract patterns and mid-century modern-style patterns. She recommends pairing them with on-trend solid colors for a trendy look.
a lot of green
Green textiles will be launched this fall, Carbone said. “Green goes well with so many accent colors and wood finishes, and it’s nice to see more rich layers of different shades of green, rather than just blue or neutrals by themselves,” she says. When using green, Carbone prefers prints over solid colors, as long as they both complement each other well. “I like to try to incorporate as many prints as possible, but balance it between a large print, a medium print, and maybe two small prints so it feels cohesive,” she explains.
Lisa Gilmore, founder of Lisa Gilmore Design, says she’s in a “big hand block phase” this season. “It’s a great way to bring pattern into a room, but it feels handmade and warm,” she says. Even better, there really is a print version for everyone. “I love that there are different models and sizes out there,” Gilmore said. Currently, she’s loving pairing handmade florals with classic striped textiles.
Contrasting color welt
Choose contrasting welt cord to easily add extra style to throw pillows, accent chairs, sofas, and more. “It’s a really fun way to make an ordinary piece of furniture feel more bold and dynamic,” says Gilmore, who enjoys implementing this strategy in many of her current projects. “I’m currently working on a project that has a deep moss green velvet profile that we’re piping with a contrasting magenta velvet welt.”
sweet details
Melissa Oholendt, founder of Oho Interiors, says glamorous accents are taking hold in the textile world. “As the nostalgia of millennium design blends with the minimalism of fall, our plans welcome these details,” she says. “Whether it’s adding tennis ball pleats to the cushions, embroidered bands to the ruffle pillows, or the cutest leather ties to the chair covers, we pay attention to the details that make the items we use every day feel special.”
Traditional handwoven details
Say hello to the simple accents of the season. Oholendt favors fabrics that feature traditional embroidery or hand-woven techniques. “While printed fabrics will remain classic, we find ourselves leaning more toward patterns that have a fall, artisanal feel,” she says.
