5 Decor Trends That Will Be Huge in 2020, According to Real Simple Editors

Beige Is Back

Our home director, Stephanie Sisco, predicts that in 2020 we will have "less of a focus on whites and grays and going a little warmer with neutrals." Warmer whites and modern takes on beige evoke a 90s vibe—which is no surprise considering the current 90s revival in fashion and music. Look for paint colors that lean warm rather than cool, like Interior Motives from Backdrop, a "warm gray-beige that skews taupe."

Plus, Pantone's Color of the Year, First Light, a pale rose hue, proves that new neutrals will soon be replacing our white walls.

To buy: $59 per gallon, backdrop.com.

Black Marble

Marble will likely never go out of style, but in 2020, it will get a modern update. Black marble with white and gray veining is showing up on everything from console tables, to countertops, to kitchen sinks. To test out the trend without going all in, consider a small black marble-topped table or a black marble serving platter.

To buy: $130, worldmarket.com.

Rich Greens

While many paint companies have predicted that blue will reign as Color of the Year 2020, we're seeing sophisticated shades of green showing up. Look for deep forest and hunter greens, as well as pale sage greens. Whether light or dark, the key is complex greens with blue or gray undertones.

To buy: Current Mood, $49 per gallon, clare.com.

Arcs Everywhere

One effect of Spanish style homes trending is that architectural details like arcs are having a moment. We predict that the trend will continue well into 2020. If you want to get the look of an arc without actually breaking down walls and embarking on a reno, look for rounded headboards, curved couches, and other decor that mimics the look.

The perfect bedding to nestle in your arched sleeking alcove? This linen duvet cover from Anthropologie in the most elegant shade of pale blue.

Cane, Rattan, and Woven Naturals

While we've seen plenty of cane cabinets and rattan chairs over the last few months of 2019, we expect the trend to continue well into the New Year. But as the trend progresses, we'll see these woven natural elements paired with black to create contrast, rather than the minimalist, monochrome spaces that were ubiquitous in 2019.

To buy: Marte Storage Cabinet, $729, urbanoutfitters.com.