A kicky report of upcoming trends spotted at NY NOW as analyzed by Product Developer Sofia Parham-Santana.

THE TRAVELER

I wouldn’t call this wanderlust, rather a strong desire to be a citizen of the world. Maps from world maps to road maps that are specific to one area make a great print. I loved Wild Ink Press’ effortless travelogues that encourage one to appreciate, explore, & taste it all!

CAMPSITE

I love seeing this trend emerge after the 100th Anniversary of U.S. National Parks. Products are driven by tech & environmentally mindful designs. Friendly forest friends gather around this campsite!

EYES WIDE OPEN

Loved this trend of eyes as a motif. Eyes wide open, shining bright, winking, or behind spectacles. I loved Lucky Fish’s mini aroma pillows with metallic printed eyes - naturally when I went to smell the aroma pillow, I closed my eyes.

PARTY PARTY TIME! 

Whimsical, mis-matched, & pattern play takes off with this party decor trend. Printed paper goods are coupled with sugar high chants, such as my favorite chant from Meri Meri - ‘Fun Fun Fun!’

CREAM + TAN DUO 

This color trend must be emerging from the authentic look we love from kraft brown paper and un-finished wood pieces. The color duo of cream + tan always looks best head to toe and with touches of black and white. This color trend can also pay homage to African mud prints & Italian terracotta.

COLORING BOOK ESCAPE 

Mindful coloring! This trend of adult coloring books is leaping off the page and moving to the wall, table, and at times drawing outside the lines as done by Dransfield & Ross’s artful sofa.