2025 Pinterest Trends: How Auctions Are Your Secret Weapon

Pinterest has done it again. Each year, they share design, fashion, and makeup trends and their peak into 2025 has us all kinds of excited. While everyone else will be scouring retail stores for mass-produced replicas, you, dear reader, have a secret weapon: auctions. So, take a look at how these predicted trends align with the treasures waiting to be discovered at auction houses like Gray's.

Rococo Revival: Let Them Bid on Antiques

Marie Antoinette would be tickled pink (or perhaps decapitated with envy) at the resurgence of Rococo. This 18th-century style, dripping with opulence and femininity, is making a grand comeback in weddings, parties, and home décor. Think ornate mirrors, gilded furniture, and enough frills to make a poodle jealous.

Now, you could hunt down modern reproductions that almost capture the essence of this style, or you could snag authentic pieces with stories etched into their very woodwork. Auctions are teeming with such treasures, items that have witnessed history and lived to tell the tale. Imagine hosting a soirée with a Rococo chaise lounge waiting to catch your guests after a long week of work or adorning your boudoir with a vanity right out of an aristocratic painting. We've seen our fair share of Rococo masterpieces, each more enchanting than the last.

Surreal Soirees: When Reality Just Won't Do

In 2025, the dinner party is getting a Dali-esque makeover. Curvy candlesticks, fantastical flowers, and gravity-defying centerpieces are set to transform mundane gatherings into surreal experiences. It's modern surrealism aka if your dining table dropped acid.

But where does one procure such whimsical wonders? Auctions, of course. From avant-garde art pieces to peculiar porcelain to eclectic art, the auction floor is a playground for the imaginative host. Why settle for ordinary when you can dazzle your guests with conversation starters that double as décor? Gray's has a knack for unearthing the extraordinary, ensuring your next gathering is anything but average.

Castlecore: Your Home Is Your Fortress

Hear ye, hear ye! The medieval aesthetic is storming the battlements of interior design. Gen Z and Millennials are drawing inspiration from ancient castles, incorporating gothic elements into their humble abodes. They’ve got heavy tapestries, wrought iron fixtures, and enough candlesticks to make Nosferatu feel at home.

While modern retailers might offer faux-medieval trinkets, auctions provide access to genuine smithing and woodwork. Imagine dining at a roundtable fit for knights or adorning your walls with tapestries Rapunzel could only dream of. At Gray's, we've encountered items that would make any history professor swoon. Authenticity adds depth to design, and auctions like ours are the gateway to such depth.

Primary Play: Adulting Is Overrated

Who says adults can't have fun with their décor? Primary Play encourages hand-painted murals, funky furniture, and spaces that any inner child would happily live in. Let your creativity run wild.

Auctions are a treasure trove for the eclectic decorator. From mid-century modern pieces to vintage décor, the possibilities are endless. Gray's has seen items that defy convention, perfect for those looking to break the mold. 

Mix and Maximalist: More Is More

Minimalism had its moment; now it's time for maximalism to shine. Bold patterns, eclectic prints, and a riot of colors are set to dominate 2025. It's about layering textures and embracing the chaos because sometimes, more truly is more.

For the maximalist at heart, auctions are a playground. Where else can you find a Persian rug, a Victorian armchair, and a pop art painting all in one place? Gray's offers a curated chaos that allows you to express your personality through your space. After all, your home should be as unique as you are.

Bonus Trend: Nesting Parties, Because It Takes a Village

Gone are the days of traditional baby showers. Enter the nesting party, a gathering focused on preparing the home for a new arrival. It focuses on support, community, and setting up a space that's both functional and beautiful for everyone’s newest, littlest best friend.

Auctions can be a goldmine for nesting parents. From antique toy chests to vintage dressers, you can find items that instantly add character to a nursery. Plus, bidding on items with history adds a sentimental touch that store-bought goods often lack. Prep for the prep by finding the perfect piece to complete the nesting journey.

Embrace the trends and make them your own. Let your space reflect not just what's popular but what's uniquely you by finding deals in our upcoming auctions. Sign up for auction alerts below so you don’t miss a thing! And remember, in the world of design, fortune favors the bold (and the highest bidder)