Behind the Scenes: Upcoming Trends & What’s Next
- Jo Phillips
- Aug 1
- 2 min read
I’m always keeping an eye on emerging design trends to create patterns that feel exciting, relevant, and ready for market. This month, I’m giving you an exclusive look behind the scenes at what’s inspiring my latest work, what trends are on the horizon, and how you can get first access to new designs before they’re released.
What Trends Am I looking At?
Over the last few weeks I've been looking ahead to 2026 to inspire the new collections in development and enjoying the range of beautiful trends in the Spring/Summer forecast.
Featuring soft, sophisticated pastels paired with effortless neutrals, the Spring/Summer 2026 forecast beautifully combines classic with creative. From Muted Mint and Peony Pink to the neutrals of Ice Grey and Wax Paper Cream, inspiration for modern yet timeless patterns is flowing here at Infinity Designer.
Upcoming Trends in 2026
With botanical designs continuing to be a strong feature in decor trends and inspiration, the SS2026 trends align beautifully for a fusion of pastel shades and botanical elements resulting in serene, inviting designs. Bringing a sense of calm and nature into our lives, we can expect to be inviting them into our home decor to showcasing them in fashion apparel.
And while the daffodils bloom and have us thinking about spring 2026, when talking trends we can't skip over the biggest consumer experience of the year: Christmas.
Botanical and floral won't be disappearing by Christmas, instead predicted to feature in the Christmas 2026 designs too. With nostalgia and eco-friendly designs taking centre stage alongside our all year feature of botanical designs. Again expecting to see those pastel colours at Christmas through muted pastels, perfect for retro nostalgic designs, we can also expect to see some rich, dominating colours like deep reds, burnt oranges and teal greens adding luxury and a pop of colour.
What's Coming Soon?
Right now, it's botanical designs and overlapping layers taking centre stage in the studio as I work on my latest collection in beautiful pastel tones for a timeless collection.
I love immersing myself in the current season, drawing inspiration from the blooming flowers and the longer, warmer days as I design. While I work a year ahead to align with market trends and forecasts, I stay connected to the present, using seasonal colours, textures, and emotions to spark creativity. This balance allows me to craft designs that not only resonate with upcoming trends but also capture the essence of lived experiences, ensuring each collection feels fresh, relevant, and deeply engaging.
If you'd like to hear more about my current in progress collections for Spring/Summer 2026, book a call and I would appreciate the chance to show you an exclusive look at what's coming up.
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