Trends in high-end textiles and furnishing fabrics

The Rise of Premium Textures

Velvet: The Revival of a Timeless Classic

Velvet is emerging as the signature texture of refined interiors, with a 35% increase in its presence in prestigious designer collections for 2024–2025. This sumptuous material captivates with its unmatched softness and unique ability to catch the light. Moreover, contemporary velvets now feature superior technical qualities:

• High resistance to wear (over 100,000 Martindale cycles for premium models)
• Innovative stain-resistant treatments that preserve the original texture
• Expanded color palette including deep shades like peacock blue, emerald green, and rich burgundy

Note that corduroy velvet is particularly on-trend in 2025.

Bouclé Wool: Tactile Softness and Visual Sophistication

Bouclé wool has seen a surge in popularity for high-end upholstery fabrics in 2024. Its three-dimensional texture brings a unique sensory dimension to modern living spaces. Contemporary bouclés stand out for their finesse and varying densities, creating subtle visual effects that enliven surfaces. Our team has identified three major trends in the use of bouclé wool:

• Monochrome bouclés in soft tones (beige, pearl grey, off-white) that add understated warmth
• Blended bouclés incorporating metallic threads for subtle luminosity
• Textured bouclés combining different loop heights for a sculptural effect

Jacquard: Sophistication in the Details

Jacquard, a weaving technique that enables complex and detailed patterns, is experiencing a major revival in the luxury furnishing sector. Market statistics indicate a rise in sales of high-end jacquard fabrics since 2023. Contemporary jacquards are characterized by:

• Precise geometric patterns inspired by Art Deco
• Modern reinterpretations of historical motifs
• The use of noble natural fibers such as silk and linen in innovative combinations

The Fusion of Bold and Neo-Traditional Patterns

Our experts at Pacific Compagnie are witnessing a strong comeback of historical patterns reimagined with a contemporary sensibility. This neo-traditional renaissance is accompanied by bold new compositions, creating interiors that are both timeless and resolutely modern.

The Revival of Neo-Traditional Motifs

Classic patterns are experiencing a second life through modern reinterpretations that appeal to our Parisian clientele. Damasks, Toile de Jouy, and paisley motifs are dressed in new colors and reimagined proportions, all while retaining their historic elegance.

Milan remains a major innovation hub for these textile trends. Italian houses are offering fabrics where Renaissance motifs are deconstructed and recomposed according to modern geometric principles.

The Boldness of Expressive Patterns

Alongside this neo-traditional trend, we are seeing a rise in bold and expressive patterns. Upholstery textiles are becoming true works of art that radically transform spaces.

Travel and openness to world cultures strongly influence this trend toward bold patterns. Central Asian ikats, African geometric motifs, and Japanese floral compositions are being reinterpreted with new proportions and surprising color combinations.

The Influence of Sustainability and Eco-Responsible Materials in Luxury

Sustainability is now at the heart of concerns in the luxury upholstery textile industry. As a result, eco-responsible materials are rapidly gaining ground, responding to growing demand from buyers for prestigious yet environmentally friendly products. Forecasts indicate an annual growth of 6.14% through 2033 for sustainable furniture, driven by eco-labels and technological innovations.

The Rise of Natural Materials in Luxury Textiles

The high-end upholstery textile sector is undergoing a true green revolution. This trend is clearly reflected in our collections through the dominance of noble and natural materials. Linen, in particular, stands out as the most appealing sustainable luxury textile. Grown mainly in Europe—especially in France—without artificial irrigation, it requires five times less water than conventional cotton.

Traceability as Added Value

Transparency about material origin is becoming a powerful selling point. A majority of luxury textile buyers want to know the exact source of raw materials. This demand has led major houses to develop complete traceability systems.

Trend Colors for 2025

In 2025, we are witnessing a remarkable evolution in color palettes defining exceptional interiors. At Pacific Compagnie, our team of specialists closely follows these trends to offer you a bold and refined selection in our catalog.

New Color Palettes

The 2025 season marks a turning point in the use of color for high-end textiles. Our experts have identified several major trends:

• Terracotta and deep ochre tones, inspired by Mediterranean landscapes
• Peacock and petroleum blues, adding depth and character to spaces
• Sage and olive greens, for a subtle connection with nature
• Powdery tones like dusty pink and lilac, for discreet elegance

The return of saturated hues is also evident, with a preference for deep tones that create enveloping atmospheres.

Combinations and Contrasts

Contrasting color combinations are also gaining ground, notably pairings like deep blue and golden ochre, or emerald green and powder pink. These color duos help structure space and create strong visual focal points, especially appreciated in the prestigious establishments we work with.

For exceptional fabrics, natural dyes are experiencing renewed interest, offering subtle, shifting hues that bring a vibrant dimension to luxury textiles. Our 2025 selection highlights these artisanal processes that ensure unique colorations.

Luxury and Sustainability in Upholstery Textiles

Current trends in high-end upholstery textiles reflect a desire to merge aesthetics with sustainability. The spotlight on luxurious materials like velvet and bouclé wool, the modern reinterpretation of classic patterns, and the introduction of deep and sophisticated colors elegantly shape contemporary interiors. In 2025, these trends are not only interior design must-haves but also a response to the growing demand for authenticity and environmental consciousness.