FRANKFURT, Germany — Christmasworld, the seasonal show produced by Messe Frankfurt, begins this Friday in Frankfurt, Germany, and visitors can expect to walk through what feels like an enchanted forest, said trend expert Claudia Herke.
Three key trends will be evident at this year’s show, said Herke, unified by one guiding principle: “Be responsible and connected with nature and optimistic about the future.”
Here are the three trends:
Brave
Here, Herke talks about the objects and emotions that move us. “In festive moments, many things can gently draw us in,” Herke said in a release. They can be a mix of contrasting forms and textures, and craft-based digital technologies, and it where “expressive designs meet in harmony.” Copper takes the lead, forming a bridge to other rich colors. “Red and violet stand alongside their softer counterparts, generating a positive tension.”
Light
“Intuition is the strongest creative impulse,” according to Herke. “It helps us create a home filled with light, warmth, and security. In winter’s stillness, spaces open for cherished memories and bright hopes for the future.” The palette is highly resonant and radiant: matte silver and misty pastels, strengthened by darker shades inspired by the earth-bound world.
Solid
A revival of classics with retro elements mix with new materials. Geometrics and solid, modular forms “bring order and trust.” Sustainable product design focuses on durability and minimal environmental impact. White is a neutral, together with cool, pure-looking colors. These mix with metallic elements like steel or aluminum. The vibe is unusual and unexpected, said Herke.
