Trending Merchandise Designs for the Summer: What’s Hot in 2025?

As the summer of 2025 approaches, it’s time to start thinking about seasonal merchandise trends. For artists and creators, staying ahead of these trends is essential to producing designs that resonate with customers and drive sales. Whether you’re planning to launch new woven blankets, tapestries, or other textile products, keeping an eye on trending colors, patterns, and styles can give you the edge you need to stand out.

At FiberArt, we’ve been closely watching the design landscape to bring you the hottest trends for summer merchandise. Here’s what’s making waves in 2025:

1. Sunset-Inspired Color Palettes

This summer, colors are all about warmth and vibrancy. Sunset hues—think of deep oranges, dusty pinks, golden yellows, and soft purples—dominate the design scene. These tones evoke feelings of relaxation, adventure, and nostalgia, making them perfect for summer-inspired merchandise.

If you’re creating woven blankets or tapestries, consider integrating gradient effects that mimic a beachside sunset. These colors also work beautifully in abstract patterns, floral motifs, and retro-style designs.

2. Maximalist, Bold Patterns

Minimalism has taken a backseat—bold, expressive patterns are taking over. Think oversized florals, funky geometric shapes, and intricate, tapestry-like designs that feel rich and layered. This summer, artists aren’t holding back on color or complexity.

For woven blankets and custom textiles, ornate botanical prints, psychedelic swirls, and hand-drawn maximalist designs are proving to be particularly popular. Customers are gravitating toward pieces that make a statement, whether in their home or as outdoor essentials for festivals, concerts, and picnics.

3. Coastal and Nautical Themes

Summer always brings a resurgence of coastal-inspired aesthetics, and 2025 is no exception. But this year, the trend leans more toward vintage maritime influences—think classic navy and cream stripes, rope-like patterns, and hand-drawn sea creatures. Designs inspired by traditional sailor tattoos, old-world maps, and nautical iconography are making a comeback and create an excellent opportunity for artists to create designs that combine nostalgia with fresh, modern elements. Whether it’s a lighthouse-themed tapestry or a blanket featuring waves and seashells, ocean-inspired art is a strong seller for summer.

4. Boho and Southwestern Influences

The bohemian aesthetic never really goes out of style, but this summer, it’s getting a fresh take with Southwestern influences. Terra-cotta tones, desert landscapes, and Native American-inspired patterns are showing up in everything from fashion to home decor.

Artists looking to embrace this trend should focus on earthy, nature-driven designs—think cacti, sunbursts, adobe-style textures, and woven patterns reminiscent of traditional Southwestern textiles. This trend pairs beautifully with the handwoven, heirloom feel of FiberArt’s blankets and tapestries.

5. Abstract, Hand-Drawn Line Art

There’s something incredibly appealing about loose, organic, hand-drawn designs—and this summer, they’re everywhere. Whether it’s delicate floral sketches, surrealist line art, or abstract human figures, the handmade, imperfect look is a big trend for 2025.

This aesthetic is great for artists who specialize in free-flowing, expressive designs. If you create hand-drawn elements, consider translating them onto textiles for a unique, high-end look that feels effortless yet refined.

6. Vintage and Retro Revival

The nostalgia train keeps rolling—90s, Y2K, and even 70s-inspired designs are splashing merchandise. Expect to see everything from pixelated patterns reminiscent of old computer screens to psychedelic swirls and wavy text designs straight out of the 70s.

For artists looking to hop on this trend, lean into bold colors, quirky typography, and nostalgic references that feel fun and playful. Vintage tourism posters, old-school diner aesthetics, and funky mid-century patterns are all sources of inspiration.

7. Nature and Cottagecore Aesthetics

Cottagecore has been a major trend for the past few years, and it’s still going strong. This summer, expect to see whimsical floral patterns, soft pastels, and dreamy countryside imagery appearing across all types of merchandise.

For woven blankets and tapestries, delicate botanicals, hand-painted landscapes, and vintage-inspired garden scenes will be popular. This trend is perfect for you if you’re an artist drawn to romantic, nature-infused designs.

8. Typography-Based Designs

Text-based designs are gaining traction, especially those featuring inspirational quotes, affirmations, and minimalist word art. This trend thrives on simplicity and versatility—whether it’s a poetic phrase in elegant cursive or a bold, blocky statement.

For textiles, think monochrome woven throws with powerful words woven into them or blankets that feature stylized, artsy typography with a retro feel. Customers love designs that resonate on a personal level, making this a great trend for artists to explore.

9. Functional and Versatile Home Decor

With a growing focus on sustainability, customers are looking for products that serve multiple purposes. Woven blankets, in particular, are being marketed as not just for warmth, but also for home decor, wall tapestries, and picnic essentials.

Artists who design with versatility in mind can create pieces that appeal to a broader audience. For example, a throw blanket featuring an intricate tapestry-style design can double as a decorative wall hanging, adding value for customers looking for multi-use pieces.

10. Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Designs

Finally, the most significant ongoing trend in 2025 is sustainability. Customers want to know that their products are made responsibly, and FiberArt’s woven blankets align perfectly with this demand.

Artists who embrace eco-conscious themes—such as earthy color palettes, nature-inspired designs, and messaging that promotes sustainability—will find strong engagement. More than ever, customers appreciate artwork that reflects a commitment to the environment.

Bringing These Trends to Life with FiberArt

Whether you’re creating a sunset-inspired woven blanket, a nautical-themed tapestry, or a retro-inspired home decor piece, FiberArt provides the tools and resources to bring your designs to life. Our high-quality, custom-woven textiles allow artists to explore these trends in a sustainable and unique way.

As you plan your summer 2025 merchandise, keep these trends in mind and let your creativity run wild. FiberArt is here to help artists turn their ideas into high-quality, heirloom-worthy textiles that customers will love.

Ready to start creating? Let’s make this summer your most successful one yet! Contact us at info@fiberart.com or fill out our contact form whenever you are ready to expand your merchandise and start selling blankets!