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Author: Emily

New Energy: Barbiecore

We’ve been tracking Barbiecore, a design trend full of nostalgia and all things pink that started in fashion since the Fall of 2022. Now, with Barbie movie quickly approaching, we wanted to revisit the Big Barbie Energy that seems to be everywhere!

While we predict this to be an ‘of-the-moment’ trend more than a long lasting design style, we can’t ignore the playful energy that’s moving into design, at least for a little while. Paint producer Mylands, described as Britian’s oldest purveyor of luxury paint has even chosen a very Barbie-inspired pink as their color of the year for 2023.

New off-shoots to the boldly pink trend are also popping up like Miamicore which Bustle describes as “Cool girl meets the Golden Girls” with pastel hues and a kitschy coastal feel. What would your Barbie inspired dream home look like?

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New Energy

This month as we move into the spring season, our focus is on energy – where we’re putting our attention, what new rituals are popping up and how we can infuse freshness into our living spaces.

Health continues to be a major driver and this season we’re watching the self-care ritual of the “everything shower” a bathing trend that has been growing on TikTok where all cleansing duties and treatments are batched in one shower – this could include masks, scrubs, exfoliating and more. Not to mention before and after shower routines, putting the bathroom on our radar as a multi-purpose self-care space.

Another space in the home getting new energy is the garage which increasingly features flexible design that can be suited for multiple tasks from the functional (charging of electrical vehicles and whole home batteries) to the social (additional gathering spaces). The HGTV Urban Oasis Home 2022 features a versatile garage studio with living space above. From our moodboard, this ‘Autobarn’ designed by Bindloss Dawes architects features a garage and workshop with five bays to house the owners classic car collection and plenty of room for admiring them in a simple structure meant to resemble a barn.

These newly energized spaces also bring fresh spring hues and layered greens into the home that add a feeling of new beginnings. What new routines will you bring into your space this spring?

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Power Trip: Macro Moments

During March, Sphere Trending has focused on the new “Power Trip” as firms prepare for rising customer expectations.  As we enter the next era of retail and marketing, expectations around personalization are dramatically on the rise, with a majority of shoppers expecting brands to understand and market to their unique needs.

Here is a recap of some of the big shifts we are tracking from a macro perspective. Don’t want to miss out on insights? Click here to connect with us and follow our Instagram and LinkedIn.

Smart Home Era
Subscription Economy and Customization
Artificial Intelligence and Personalization
The New Content Creators

The New Blue Wave

Continuing our monthly conversation on the new “Power Trip” we turn our gaze towards the new blue wave. Ocean inspired design, materials and textures are bringing the natural connection of water into everyday spaces.

One of the influencers for this trend, Justina Blakeney of the Jungalow sparked interest when her watery teal plaster bedroom appeared on Architectural Digest, a notable shift from her earthy bohemian decor.

Watery textures and flowing edges are rising in home decor and furnishings and blue spaces have also become key features in new home builds and commercial architecture. These spaces may include water features, or blue hues reminiscent of water. At the new Zaytinya restaurant, “Distinctive pops of blue are injected throughout for a nod to the Greek Islands.”

The good news is, these blue spaces seem to impact wellbeing too. According to Science Alert, “‘Blue Spaces’ Seem to Have an Effect on People That Ripples Even Decades Later.” Look for the blue wave to carry this trend forward into 2023 and beyond.

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Power Trip

Moving into March has us thinking about travel – both near and far. The new ‘Power Trip’ is our emerging post-pandemic travel mindset. We’re exploring a new sense of freedom and a more intentional desire to make the most of our experiences every day.

What We’re Watching This Month

We’re checking out some of the New Zealand 2022 Airbnb award winners for a dose of escapism. A new focus on water brings bioluminescent travel trends to our radar and even the everyday is getting an infusion of wanderlust with portable work tables and new bath colors inspired by far away places.

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