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60’s & 70’s Chic

By Lonnie Johnson, Sphere Trending Market Analyst

Forward fashion that looks back to an era of simplicity and fun with easy lines and tons of color.  Pantone suggests it’s all about transformation and imagination. “Colors for NYFW Spring 2024 inspire feeling of release.” (Leatrice Eiseman, Executive director of the Pantone Color Institute) While the colors are rooted in nostalgia, they have been reimaged with a more modern feel.

This fashion trend conjures up disco party vibes and memories of sitcoms and movies of the time.  Remember Mrs. Roper from Three’s Company and of course the classic Saturday Night Fever movie?

As fashion is often the preview for what’s new in home design, we are also seeing the resurgence of retro styling in home decor that inspires feelings of nostalgia. Think Boho Chic Vibe or Mid-Century Modern. So, take a step back in time as the past continues to inspire how we live, how we dress and how we adapt and change with the times.

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Retro Auto

By Lori Salem, Sphere Trending Market Research & Trend Analyst

This one was close to home! We visited the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this September to track new vehicle trends, along with lifestyle and design stories.

One new concept that caught our eye was the Ford Bronco Heritage Edition, sporty and fun with a playful stripe that carried inside and out. We could see this parked outside some of the new home trends we’ve been tracking as well!

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Retro Tech

By Mandi Mankvitz, Sphere Trending President of Possibilities

We expanded our tech coverage this year to include IFA Berlin, the “world’s largest consumer electronics and home appliances tradeshow”. Interestingly, we found that the future of tech included quite a bit of nostalgia.

One notable find was the “Retro Collection” from Gorenje that featured retro colors and VW Bus styling.

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Grandmas & Groceries

By Emily Siwek, Sphere Trending Trend Futurist, Director of Architectural Design

This month we’re showcasing some of our recent travels and especially the undercurrent of nostalgia that remains strong in everything from design trends to technology.

Like the satisfaction of a full pantry, our latest trendspotting in Paris was filled with simple, nostalgic items you might find in a retro kitchen.

At Merci, the current exhibit At My Grandma’s featured pantry staples as motif – from hot water bottles and crocheted milk cartons to tinned foods.

This aligns with Summer’s Tomato Girl aesthetic shifting to the new Grocery Girl look for Fall and beyond.

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Boundaryless: Ecosystem of Solutions

By Susan Yashinsky, Sphere Trending VP of Innovation

Exploring the New Commercial Landscape

In this post we look at the world of mobility as it relates to commercial environments, creating an ecosystem of solutions.

Coming soon to a neighborhood near you – or maybe it’s even already here! Serve Robotics is one company expanding the capability of autonomous delivery.

The 15-Minute City is a concept we’ve been diving into that could have implications for all aspects of work/life balance.

Placemaking autonomy like this one from Pix makes sense in a world that’s increasingly layered with services and amenities.

The 2025 Commercial Macro and Design Reports are here!

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