Decorating / March 26, 2025

The Wallpaper Renaissance: April’s Most Seductive Interior Trend

Q: What type of wallpaper is best for beginners?

Start with a feature wall or a powder room. Peel-and-stick options are great for testing the waters.

Q: Can wallpaper work in humid rooms like bathrooms?

Yes, use vinyl-based wallpaper or ensure good ventilation. Powder rooms are especially wallpaper-friendly.

Q: How do I pair wallpaper with rattan furniture?

Look for wallpapers with subtle textures or warm tones like butter yellow to complement rattan’s organic appeal.

Q: Can I mix stripes and florals in wallpaper?

Yes! Just keep them in a similar colour palette and vary the scale for a harmonious but eclectic mix.

Wallpaper is back—and it’s not here to whisper. This April, it’s time to let your walls do the talking with prints that range from nostalgic to surreal, tactile to sun-drenched. It’s no longer just a backdrop; wallpaper is centre stage. From butter-yellow botanicals to graphic stripes and woven rattan textures, this season’s walls are filled with personality. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to go bold, here it is.

By Marie Winckler

Why Is Wallpaper Having a Moment?

Because plain white walls can only take you so far. In a world of open-plan living and minimal palettes, wallpaper brings intimacy, romance, and surprise.

But this isn’t your grandmother’s wallpaper. Today’s designs lean into:

✔ Oversized botanical motifs in faded pastels
✔ Hand-drawn sketches that feel pulled from an artist’s studio
✔ Abstract stripes with a painterly, imperfect charm
✔ Textural prints that mimic linen, plaster, or even rattan

Wallpaper has become an interior designer’s secret weapon. At restaurant like The Pitts in Brooklyn wallpaper is used to define moods across rooms—transforming each corner into a different chapter of the story.

Want to dip your toe in? Try a wallpapered powder room. Want to dive in? Wrap your entire bedroom in a mural inspired by 1950s Italian interiors and layer it with living room lights to highlight the textures.

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Which Patterns Are Standing Out This April?

Let’s talk April’s trend palette—soft sunshine tones, tailored stripes, and natural fibres. These translate beautifully into wallpaper when reimagined through a modern lens.

Butter Yellow Botanicals

Forget lemony brights—this season’s yellows are softer, like sunlight through linen curtains. Florals in butter yellow feel warm, nostalgic, and quietly sophisticated. Picture them in a reading nook with a velvet armchair and a ceramic table lamp.

Painterly Stripes

Stripes are having a reinvention. Think hand-painted, slightly uneven, and full of charm. On wallpaper, they bring movement to flat walls and pair beautifully with natural woods and muted textiles.

Looking to style them? Try striped wallpaper behind a rattan bedframe, with crisp white bedding and mustard-toned cushions. One of our cushion sets in earthy tones will finish it off effortlessly.

Rattan-Inspired Textures

The warmth and woven look of rattan is finding its way onto walls in a new, two-dimensional form. Textural wallpapers that mimic basket weave or cane bring depth without the commitment of panelling—and pair beautifully with actual rattan furniture. In a dining room, this can feel relaxed yet elegant—especially when styled with sculptural ceramics, striped linen runners, and vintage glassware.

How Do You Style Wallpaper Without Overwhelming the Space?

Wallpaper doesn’t have to shout. The key to a modern approach is contrast, layering, and a bit of restraint.

Here are some pairings that always work:

✔ A surrealist wallpaper with simple, clean-lined furniture
✔ A soft, botanical print with structured, minimalist lighting
✔ Bold stripes with mid-century silhouettes and antique mirrors
✔ Textural rattan wallpaper with crisp white walls and tonal upholstery

Think of it like dressing for the season—balance is everything. A dramatic wallpaper behind your bed calls for simple linens. A maximalist print in the living room? Offset it with a neutral-toned sideboard or travertine coffee table.

Can Wallpaper Work in Commercial Spaces Too?

Absolutely. In fact, wallpaper is a clever tool for creating emotional zones in otherwise uniform hospitality settings.

In a restaurant, wallpapered alcoves can make guests feel like they’re discovering a hidden pocket of luxury. In a boutique hotel, wallpapered headboards or wardrobe backs create unexpected, Instagrammable moments.

At Maison Flâneur, we often work with interior designers and boutique hotel teams through our Trade Programme. Wallpaper becomes more than decoration—it’s part of the narrative you’re building for your guests. Discover the projects here!

Why Now Is the Time to Reconsider Wallpaper

There’s a growing desire for homes that feel rich in story and texture. After years of pared-back, Instagram-filtered minimalism, wallpaper is the rebellious return to character.

April’s soft light, longer days, and general spirit of optimism make it the perfect month for transformation. Whether you’re covering a single wall or rethinking your entire space, wallpaper offers immediate atmosphere.

So go ahead—paper that ceiling, wrap your entryway, create a striped tented library. It’s your space. Let it speak.

💡Maison Flâneur Tip: Wall sconces or pendant lights add charm and sophistication—go for warm-toned bulbs for a spa-like glow.

FAQ

What type of wallpaper is best for beginners?

Start with a feature wall or a powder room. Look for peel-and-stick options if you're hesitant to commit, or speak to our team through the Trade Programme for custom ideas.

Can wallpaper work in humid rooms like bathrooms?

Yes! Just opt for vinyl-based wallpaper or ensure proper ventilation. Powder rooms are perfect for experimenting.

How do I pair wallpaper with rattan furniture?

Choose wallpaper with a subtle texture or a warm tone (like butter yellow) to complement the organic feel of rattan. Keep other elements minimal.

Can I mix stripes and florals in wallpaper?

Absolutely. Keep them in the same tonal family and vary the scale. A narrow stripe with a bold floral can be playful and elegant.

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