This Quirky Home Decor Trend Will Be Everywhere in 2023
How to incorporate it into your space.
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The biggest design motif of 2023 is definitely one with nature, adorable, quirky, and will add some playfulness to any room. The mushroom has entered the chat. Yes, fungi are trending in the home decor world, according to Pinterest’s 2023 Pinterest Predicts report, which looks at search data to forecast what will be trending in the future. And the social media platform seems to be the authority on trend predictions—for the last three years, 80% of the brand’s report predictions have come true.
The popularity of mushroom decor is linked to “weirdcore” design. “During lockdowns, people needed new ways to express themselves creatively without leaving home. So, they turned their bedrooms into creative havens and experimented with aesthetics like ‘weirdcore decor.’ This form of maximalist self-expression will only continue to rise in the year ahead,” the Pinterest report reads.
For a look into the data, Pinterest shared the mushroom-centric search terms that were emerging:
- Fantasy mushroom art: +170%
- Vintage mushroom decor: +35%
- Funky house decor: +695%
- Weirdcore bedroom: +540%
- DIY mushroom decor: +77%
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If you want to be one of the first people to jump on the trend, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most interesting mushroom decor pieces below. Take a look!
Base Roots Mushroom Decor Vase
This mushroom vase looks more expensive than it is—it only costs $20! Use it to hold fresh flowers, succulents, dried foliage, or even candles and pens. It makes a great gift, too.
Terrain Mushroom Ceramic Plate
Every detail about this ceramic plate is so beautiful—from the scalloped edge to the illustration (which is a reproduction of an illustration from an 1840s publication). Terrain offers different designs and colors so you can mix and match for your next dinner party.
Crate & Kids Joy Clay Table Lamp by Leanne Ford
If you want to get into the mushroom trend but your personal style isn’t exactly whimsical or quirky, this cap-shaped lamp is the perfect fit. It has a modern style but still has that unique shape.
Shroomy Hook Pillow by Jungalow
We love the 3D details on this hook pillow—the pom poms add even more whimsy to the piece!
Amanita Mushroom Candle
These playful candles come in two scents: Fig Tree (fresh green) with notes of dark fig nectar, peppered cassis, leafy green vines, and warm woods; and Amber Topaz (woody spice) with notes of warm cardamom, lavender, cedar wood, amber, dark patchouli, and pine needle.
World Market Red and Ivory Toadstool Mushrooms Coir Doormat
Make sure your guests know of the mushroom decor trend right off the bat with this coir doormat.
Terrain Mushroom Ceramic Jar
The possibilities are endless with this ceramic jar. Use it to stash trinkets or place food inside (it’s food-safe!). You can also safely put it in the microwave and dishwasher.
World Market Embroidered Wildflower and Mushroom Kitchen Towel
This sweet kitchen towel is the perfect, subtle nod to the mushroom trend. The fabric is an absorbent cotton so it gets the job done, too.
West Elm Kids Mushroom Table Lamp
The whimsical lamp has a hand-formed ceramic body and base. It will look equally good in a bedroom or living room.
Urban Outfitters Mushroom Flower Quilt Set
It doesn’t get groovier than this quilt set with flowers and mushrooms. The set includes a quilt and two pillowcases.
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