Plush curves, sculptural shapes are back
Furniture trends will see a return to rounded design that first hit it big in the ’70s
The only thing constant about trends is that they come and go. Which is why I always say to stick to what you love, regardless of what is currently “in.”
That being said, who doesn’t love to be ahead of the curve when it comes to home fashion? Trends full of nostalgia and whimsy, that take advantage of the returned and reimagined, look to be set for 2022.
One such trend of which I am enamored is the re-emergence of plush curves and sculptural shapes in furniture. Curvaceous furniture had its first turn in the spotlight at the same time as Fleetwood Mac and Blondie in the 1970s. While the 1950s and ’60s celebrated the straight edges and modern lines of Danish and midcentury design, the 1970s brought with them a desire for a softer and more comfort-forward style.
These shapes show a (re)turn toward a modern feminine shape in furniture, and I just can’t get enough. Plus, it reminds me of a phase in my life when I was obsessed with ’70s design and had quite the collection of obnoxious neon inflatable furniture (sorry mom and dad)!
Unlike the blowup furniture of my middle school years, today’s curves represent luxury, comfort and relaxation — all of which I think we can admit to needing during these intense past few years. While this return to the round is rooted in the 1970s, it’s not another stale reboot that will only last one season; it is a full remix that is sure to stick around.
The new take on traditional curved furniture is art in its own right, as I’ve always believed furniture should be. Sloped lines, curved silhouettes and plush, overfull cushions are just a few of the stunning additions to shops this year.
These show-stopping pieces add a touch of glamour and elegance to any setting. And they invite you to have a bit of fun. Rounded structures play beautifully with big and bold fabrics of all kinds. Whether you are a lover of crazy colours, powerful patterns or touchable textiles, a curved silhouette can stand up to and enhance all of them — and more. You will be seeing a lot of large-scale patterns and soft-totouch velvets coming through as this trend takes off.
Curved furniture still gets along great with structured lines and geometric designs, so no need to throw out the whole room. Pairing touches of this reimagined style throughout your home is as easy as switching out a chair or adding a pouf in lieu of a stool.