Five Thrifting Fashions Designers Predict will Gain Popularity in 2025
Looking to snag the top-notch secondhand items in 2025? Before you hit up the local thrift store, read on to discover the popular trending items you won't want to miss, helping you transform your home into a stylish haven.
Retro 1980s Items
Take a trip back in time as you decorate your space! "The '80s are making a comeback, and what was once relegated to your childhood memory is now the talk of the antique world," says Avery Cox, founder of Avery Cox Design in Austin, Texas. "I'm stockpiling post-modern lacquered or bentwood furniture such as dining chairs and tables, along with playful post-modern styling accents from the Memphis group."
Classic Wood Pieces
Opt for classic and timeless wooden furniture. "Brown is having its moment, particularly in natural wooden tones," explains Mary Kathryn Wells, founder of Mary Kathryn Wells Interior Design in Nashville, Tennessee. "Incorporating natural and organic elements is crucial to balance the use of color and pattern, so I'm thrilled to be utilizing these neutral brown hues in my own home right now."
Kristin Keyes, founder of Kristin Keyes Interiors, shares her appreciation for the brown trend, stating, "Those who bought matching sets of brown wood furniture for their suburban homes in the '90s are downsizing. Mix older pieces with new finds for a contemporary twist. Think traditional wood dining tables paired with modern chairs, traditional wood nightstands with modern bed frames, and traditional wood side tables with modern lamps on top."
Unique Decorative Accessories
Thrifting is a great way to make your home stand out. "Pick up candlesticks for your dining table or a bowl to rest upon a stack of books on a coffee table or display area," Wells recommends. "Don't shy away from blending various time periods as you decorate—combining modern and traditional elements keeps it intriguing and unpredictable."
Convenient Entertaining Accessories
Embrace a more social lifestyle in 2025. "At-home dinner parties are continuing to gain popularity," according to Jess Ziomek, founder of Thrills of the Hunt in Nashville. As a result, she suggests keeping an eye out for essentials such as vases, plates, glassware, ice buckets, salt cellars, and place card holders. "Unique, thrifted, and vintage accents will set your tablescape and bar setup apart, allowing you to impress your guests."
Secondhand Gifts for Loved Ones
Don't shy away from shopping at thrift stores for gifts for your loved ones. "There's been a shift in attitudes regarding preloved home and fashion gifts," Ziomek shares. "People are increasingly comfortable giving thrifted finds as year-round presents."
In 2025, anticipate the resurgence of '80s retro items in the antique world, making them must-have secondhand items for home decor, as suggested by Avery Cox of Avery Cox Design. For a timeless look, consider adding classic wooden furniture with brown tones, which is currently trending, as advised by Mary Kathryn Wells of Mary Kathryn Wells Interior Design.
