With the proliferation of 90s influences continuing to shape our interiors, it might not come as a surprise to hear that patterns are back, and in a big way — especially when it comes to our sofas.

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It’s often said that fashion trends influence home trends, and as maximalism reigns supreme on the runways, it’s making its way into homes in the form of patterns and prints on upholstered furniture.

If your home feels a little too subdued, you can wake up your spaces with some playful patterns. From classic plaids to bold florals, colorful motifs can perk up furniture, walls, floors and more.

After years of safe choices, living rooms edge toward a bold rethink as prints, texture and nostalgia quietly gather pace. The new season points to a decisive shift in seating. Plain sofas step back.