Sofa colour trends 2025 – the 6 hottest shades to inject into your living room

Whether you’re in the market for a brand new sofa or are looking to reupholster your existing one, giving it a new lease of life in the process, you might be wondering what the sofa colour trends for 2025 are for a little bit of inspiration.

Cosy living is at the top of the list of priorities when it comes to decorating our homes in 2025 – and the trending shades reflect that, including those set to be covering our living room seating soon. Of course, the best sofas are pieces of furniture that stand the test of time and your current one might be in great shape – therefore, you don’t need to follow every sofa colour trend that comes and eventually also goes.

But if you are on the lookout already or considering switching out your sofa, it’s always useful to be intune with current home decor trends so that you don’t invest in something that feels overly outdated. Always keep your own and your home’s style and aesthetic in mind when choosing your next sofa colour.

Sofa colour trends 2025

‘Choosing a sofa colour is more than just a design decision, it's about creating a space that reflects your personality and provides a place to unwind,’ says Claire Garner, director at Claire Garner Design Studio.

But she points out one of the biggest sofa colour trends of the moment that’s also incredibly timeless at the same time. ‘Earthy tones and textures are not just a fleeting trend. They represent a shift towards more mindful, grounded living. Homes should feel like a sanctuary and this interior style helps create that balance.’

And that leads us to the biggest, overarching sofa trend of 2025 – cosy earthy tones.

1. The biggest sofa colour trend – Earthy shades

Last year, earthy tones were already a big living room trend. Pantone’s reveal of its colour of the year for 2025, Mocha Mousse only confirmed this colour palette being the defining mood for this year – seen as much on sofas as in living room paint ideas.

‘In 2025, a soothing palette of earthy tones is on trend for sofas, taking inspiration from Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate, and Graham & Brown’s Elderton,’ says Lucy Mather, interiors expert at Arighi Bianchi. ‘These warm shades add depth and character to interiors, reflecting a desire for comfort and connection to nature.’

But there are some particular earthy shades that are set to take centre stage in 2025…

2. Embrace brown, the colour of the year

If there was one sofa colour trend you took away from this whole list then it should be brown – brown sofas are in big time. Brown has shaken off the outdated 70s associations and is instead becoming the new go-to neutral in place of beige and cream.

‘Decor schemes for 2025 are leaning towards deep browns and espresso tones, providing a richer, warmer vibe. Warm browns are brilliant for creating a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. Pair with creamy white, soft terracotta, and muted blue for a natural and elegant look. Using linen and boucle throws and pillows, natural jute rugs, and wooden furniture will enhance the warm vibe, while brass or matte black lighting and decor accents are ideal for adding a touch of sophistication,’ Lucy at Arighi Bianchi says.

3. Get close to nature with deep greens

Last summer, not one but four different shades of green were trending. And this year, the most nature-reminiscent colour of them all is not going anywhere, especially in its deep, dark and earthy variations.

‘Deep greens - think olive, moss, or forest green sofas - are popular for their ability to create inviting, harmonious, and grounded living spaces. They bring a lush, grounding element to any living room and are best complemented with warm neutrals like taupe or caramel. Add accents of mustard yellow or burnt orange with cushions or artwork for a vibrant touch, and botanical elements like potted plants and natural wood furniture for an organic feel,’ Lucy at Arighi Bianchi says.

4. Warm up your lounge with terracotta

If warm terracotta shades have been growing on you in the span of the last year or so, you’re not the only one. Even Angela Scanlon has colour-drenched her whole snug in a terracotta shade and sofas in shades like terracotta, burnt orange or even coral - all within the same colour family - are trending.

‘Earthy tones like terracotta will be some of the most popular choices, helping to create a cosy and inviting atmosphere,’ says Nicole Greenhalgh, creative manager for soft furnishing specialists, rucomfy. ‘A sofa in terracotta can be beautifully complemented by warm beige or natural wood accents, creating a harmonious and grounded feel.’

5. Be bold with burgundy

Ever since Cherry Red was named Pinterest’s colour of the year 2025, burgundy and dark shades of red have been everywhere – sofas included.

‘Deep tones such as burgundy will be favoured for a bold and sophisticated effect,’ says Paulina Wojas, interior designer at Lovesofas. ‘Deep-toned sofas such as burgundy are the perfect focal piece for a living room and require minimal styling. These rich hues can be enhanced by softer, more neutral tones throughout the room, such as the walls or decorative pieces, allowing the vibrant sofa to take centre stage. Alternatively, embrace a maximalism aesthetic by colour-drenching the room and enhancing the sofa’s visual appeal with cushions and throws.’

6. Opt for rich jewel tones

We started off this list with a colour group - earthy shades - so let’s end on a similar note. Dark and rich jewel tones are another living room colour scheme that’s going to come to the fore this year – and what better way to embrace it than with your sofa?

‘For those seeking a bolder statement piece, jewel tones such as emerald, sapphire, and amethyst will add a touch of opulence and sophistication. Jewel hues demand attention and can be styled with shimmering gold or brass accents for a touch of luxury. To prevent the look from feeling overwhelming, pair them with lighter cushions in contrasting colours like cream or blush,’ Nicole at rucomfy says.

FAQs

What sofa colours are timeless?

Of course, no one expects you to be changing the colour and style of your sofa every year according to the latest colour trends. So to keep your living room seating idea from feeling outdated in a couple of years, you can future-proof it by opting for a timeless shade that never goes out of style – or a sofa with loose covers you can regularly swap out.

‘Neutral-toned sofas are perennially popular as they’re both versatile and timeless, blending seamlessly with changing interior trends,’ says Lucy Mather, interiors expert at Arighi Bianchi. ‘Not only do they offer a calming and sophisticated foundation for living room decor, but they also work well with modern and traditional décor schemes, as well as giving the option of updating your space with accessories without having to replace the sofa.’

What sofa colours are out for 2025?

Despite its dominance and huge popularity in the past few years, grey colour for sofas is largely being left behind in 2024. What was once a go-to neutral-coloured sofa now sadly feels too cold and outdated.

‘Grey is expected to lose appeal this year, particularly in cooler hues,’ says Paulina Wojas, interior designer at Lovesofas. ‘This neutral colour was once favoured for a modern and polished aesthetic; however, based on this year’s interior trends, expect grey to remain in 2024. Grey has become overused in recent years and its harsh tones create a cold and unwelcoming atmosphere.’

The best thing about the sofa colour trends for this year is how versatile, timeless and cosy they feel – especially as we embrace the concept of the new cosy in 2025, focusing on creating a comfortable, cocooning feel in our interiors. Which one is your favourite?