New velvets take center stage while tried-and-true favorites continue to lead the way. Plaid remains a standout trend, with Scene and Longji claiming top spots across multiple rich colorways. Designers are also leaning into softness and serenity, aligning with the projected Pantone Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, by favoring light, airy neutrals in wallcoverings that feel timeless yet modern.
Securing the top spot this year is the highly sought-after and beloved reversible plaid, Scene in Flint Grey. Consistently featured on Brentano’s top orders and most-sampled list across multiple platforms, Scene remains a favorite year after year. Available in 16 rich colorways, this 56″ wide upholstery fabric serves as both a vibrant anchor or a striking accent, appealing to a wide range of design needs.
Holding strong in second place for two consecutive years, Altitude Fortune Cookie continues to be a top choice for designers. Its popularity endures, and with Altitude Monarch Butterfly now securing the fourth spot on the 2025 list, it looks poised to make a strong showing on the 2026 best-sellers list.
Joining the ranks of elite top sellers is newcomer and Brentano Design Studio favorite, Longji Winery. Inspired by the stunning rice terraces of the Chinese countryside, Longji’s intricate design features vertical pile stripes paired with flatwoven and épingle horizontal stripes, creating a large-scale pattern that adds exceptional depth and layers to any space.
Designers were leaning into the serene charm of light neutrals, favoring wallcoverings that create timeless, modern spaces that feel both relaxed and refined all throughout 2025. A trend that seemingly will only continue in 2026. In a world that constantly moves at a fast pace, there’s a growing desire to create spaces that offer tranquility, calm, and an escape from the noise. As the Pantone Color of the Year for 2026, Cloud Dancer, a soft, airy white with warm undertones, captures this essence of peacefulness perfectly.
Taking the top spot in wallcoverings, Hikaru White Birch was created by Founder Iris Wang. Originally painted as a watercolor on rice paper, Wang was captivated by the way the colors blended and flowed across the surface. Inspired by this ethereal effect, she set out to design a wallcovering that captured the same soft, cloud-like blending of colors.
In conclusion, the 2025 top sellers showcase an exciting shift in design trends, with the vibrant warmth of oranges and browns taking center stage alongside timeless fabrics like vegan leather and performance textiles. Brentano’s diverse collection of over 2,000 textiles and wallcoverings not only offers a wealth of creative possibilities but also delivers a harmonious blend of sophistication and innovation. With options that work seamlessly together, designers are empowered to bring their visions to life with unparalleled versatility, ensuring that every space can be both beautiful and functional.