A '70s revival is clearly evident in trending materials, colors & decorative motifs.
Breezy Rattan & Wicker
Rattan, wicker, and cane may conjure up scenes of sun-dappled decks and patios, but in the 1970s, wicker was a full-fledged indoor furniture trend. Light, breezy, organic—and the opposite of stuffy, upholstered furniture—rattan and wicker projected a carefree, youthful interior decorating approach, and that appeal is having a 21st Century revival. Designs like the Cane-Line Curve Lounge Chair, and the Sika Monet Highback Chair capture the current rattan craze beautifully, their sturdy, organic appeal seemingly lifted from a 1970s interiors magazine. And few furniture designs are as evocative of an era, or as much of a '70s sensation, as a hanging wicker chair, perfectly embodied by Sika's stylishly fetching Renoir Hanging Swing Chair
Bohemian Tassels & Fringe
Bohemian tassels and fringe accents are key elements in crafting a '70s-inspired interior, adding texture, movement, and a relaxed, handcrafted feel to a space. These details were staples of the era’s free-spirited aesthetic, often seen on everything from wall hangings and throw pillows to lampshades and upholstered furniture. Today, designers incorporate fringe on the edges of curtains, blankets, ottomans, and rugs to evoke that vintage charm while keeping the look fresh and curated. Patricia Urquiola looked to India for her Garden Layers collection of indoor/outdoor mats and pillows. Arteriors' fringed Twyla Ottoman and the richly embellished Psychedelia Pillow illustrate that modern design's penchant for baubles and beads isn't just a thing of the past.
Groovy Jungle Prints
Jungle prints are a bold and vibrant way to infuse a '70s-inspired aesthetic into modern interiors, capturing the era’s love for nature, pattern, and playful excess. These prints—featuring lush foliage, tropical leaves, and exotic animals—bring an energetic, bohemian vibe that channels the free-spirited ethos of the decade. In today’s design, jungle motifs are used on wallpaper, upholstery, throw pillows, and even rugs to create dramatic focal points or to add depth and texture to a room. Often paired with rattan furniture, warm wood tones, and rich earthy colors, jungle prints help balance retro flair with natural grounding elements.
Retro Accent Table Lamps
'70s-style retro table lamps are making a stylish comeback in contemporary interior design, adding a playful yet sophisticated touch to modern spaces. With their sculptural bases, oversized shades, and warm, ambient glow, these lamps bring both function and flair. Designers often use them to introduce a sense of nostalgia, contrast minimalist furniture, or add a bold pop of color or metallic shine. Iconic silhouettes—like mushroom lamps, globe shapes, and chrome finishes—blend seamlessly into a variety of settings, from mid-century modern to eclectic boho interiors.
Low-Profile Luxe Loungers
Seventies-style lounge chairs have surged in popularity in today's interior design world, celebrated for their bold shapes, cozy silhouettes, and retro charm. Characterized by low-slung profiles, plush upholstery, and organic curves, these chairs evoke a sense of relaxed luxury that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Often upholstered in rich velvets, boucle, or leather and finished in earthy tones like rust, mustard, and deep brown, they pair beautifully with contemporary and eclectic interiors alike.
Shagadelic Rugs
Wall-to-wall shag may never again be a thing, but area shag rugs have been softening up the clean edges of contemporary interior schemes for a while. The Surya Sheepskin Rectangular Rug, handsome in a deep charcoal hue, makes a luxurious shaggy statement, while the Chandra Celecot Shag Rug, available in a creamy beige, is sure to induce an instant '70s rewind. Modernists may prefer the clean, graphic message of the Berber Shag Rug, its deep pile black detailing somehow managing to be both elegant and shagadelic.
