Thinking about giving your furniture a fresh new look? The right fabric can completely transform a sofa, chair, or even a whole room. Whether you're into bold colours, soft textures, or timeless classics, 2025 is bringing some exciting trends in upholstery fabric.
From eco-friendly materials to luxurious velvets and modern prints, this year’s styles are all about comfort, durability, and making a statement. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a professional designer, there’s something for everyone.
In this guide, we’ll take you through the top 10 upholstery fabric trends for 2025, so you can refresh your space with confidence.
Fabric types
There are so many fabric types to choose between, but some are fading out while others are becoming more popular. Whether you’re looking for something low maintenance or are interested in eco-friendly materials, these are the top fabric types for 2025.
Eco-friendly fabrics
As with many industries, sustainability is a key focus in interior design. Homeowners and designers are increasingly likely to opt for recycled and organic materials to protect the planet.
The best thing about sustainable fabrics is they come in a range of colours and styles, giving you the opportunity to put a unique stamp on your furniture.
Chenille fabrics in neutral tones create a down-to-earth aesthetic, while vibrant and bold colours let you create furnishings that become focal points in any room.
High-performance fabrics
High-performance fabrics are vital for busy people who don’t want to spend ages on maintenance. These materials are often stain-resistant and easy to clean, making them perfect for homes with children and pets.
While performance fabrics often lacked style in the past, technological advances have enabled the production of a range of colours and textures.
Mixed materials
Another growing trend is combining multiple textures within a single piece of furniture. Not only does this add visual interest, but it also means you can create unique furnishings that enhance a property’s interior.
Think of rattan furniture with velvet upholstery covers and wool blends with rustic wooden accents. There’s so much you can do when mixing fabrics and materials.
Fabric styles
So, now we’ve covered the types of fabrics that will take 2025 by storm, it’s time to look at the top style choices. From keeping it classy with velvets to injecting visual detail with muted patterns, these styles will make an instant impression.
Plush velvets reign supreme
Velvet has been a go-to fabric for centuries, and it’s showing no signs of fading. Once seen as a statement of wealth, technological advances made velvet more accessible. We’ve seen some stunning fabrics throughout the years, but 2025 is all about toning things down.
Velvet fabrics with an understated look, including deep greens, purples, and blues, are becoming more popular. When paired with pastel colours, velvet upholstery maintains its prestige but also has a modern appeal.
Getting back to nature
Busy lifestyles and a technology-focused society mean that the home is so much more than a place to live and sleep; it’s an escape from daily life. Many people are introducing zen into their living spaces with earthy decor.
Fabrics that embrace natural and earthy tones will continue to grow in popularity, with shades like woodland green, terracotta, and brown taking centre stage. These colours blend seamlessly with current decor and create a peaceful aesthetic.
Bold patterns
Solid colours still epitomise contemporary interior design, but the Art Deco look is officially back in business. Bold patterns that make statements are popular for muted decor schemes, as the furniture can become any room’s focal point.
Opting for nature-themed patterns such as the Casa collection adds a luxurious touch to any room, while geometric fabrics like the Monica collection maintain that contemporary style.
Botanical prints
Botanical prints run the risk of looking outdated, but maximised designs add an artistic flair without compromising the rest of the room. In 2025, like the ever-popular Carnival Jungle collection, look for bold floral patterns that focus more on colour than detail.
Larger flowers also look more modern, like our stunning Belgium Weaves Blue Floral fabric. If you’re not a fan of flowers, the Belgium Weaves Tree fabric makes an impression while also maintaining subtlety.
Vintage fabrics
The 70s might be long gone, but patterns that defined the era are making a comeback. From bold colours that grab attention to the infamous Paisley patterns, you can inject some retro appeal into your designs.
The Athena Collection is the perfect way to pair traditional and contemporary aesthetics, with its muted Paisley designs. Or, take a look at the Colarto Collection, which is a true testament to the 1970s. The Colarto Circus colours will immediately grab attention.
Metallic colours
Last but definitely not least, we have metallic fabrics. These stunning colours feature gold and silver tones and immediately add a luxurious finish to your designs.
You can also choose materials with textural elements, like the Waldorf Faux Leather Silver upholstery fabric, or opt for a muted look with our Izamal Copper Brown fabric.
Of course, if you want to make the ultimate statement, gold fabric is the way to go - it can transform even the most tired piece of furniture.
Ready to refresh your furniture?
As you can see, 2025 is the perfect time of year to get creative and enjoy saving money by reupholstering your furniture. Whether you prefer classic and muted designs or want to make a lasting statement, you’ll find a range of fabrics at Yorkshire Fabric Shop.
Our made-to-measure upholstery fabrics are perfect for designers or DIY projects. Choose your favourite patterns, decide how much fabric you need, and place your order. We also offer affordable samples so you can get an idea of whether your chosen colours and patterns match your decor.