I'm an interior designer. Here are 10 trends I won't be wasting money on in 2025.

Sherpa chairs might look inviting, but they're not built for real life.

This fluffy, curled fabric is usually white or cream and seems to attract dirt and stains. Plus, it's difficult to clean sherpa without ruining the fabric.

When looking for a chair or other soft item to add to my home, I'd rather go for a durable performance fabric that's just as cozy but way more practical.

Throw pillows are a simple way to refresh a space, but polyester-filled options tend to lose their shape and look lumpy after a short period of time.

Instead, I'm opting for down-alternative or memory-foam inserts that feel more luxurious and last longer.

Putting a blanket over a sofa might seem like a simple solution to hide wear and tear, but it rarely holds up in the long run.

Blankets slip around and can make the space look unfinished. A better option is to invest in a durable, stain-resistant sofa or slipcover.

Crown molding can look nice in traditional homes, but it often feels unnecessary in modern spaces.

Adding this molding to a room can cost a few hundred or thousand dollars, so I'd rather use that money to make a bigger statement with bold lighting or textured wall treatments.

Dark walls may be trendy, but they can make rooms feel smaller and show every scuff and smudge.

If I want a dramatic look, I'd rather choose bold furniture or accents instead of committing to dark, high-maintenance walls.

Faux plants might seem like an easy way to decorate a space, but they lack the life and texture that real greenery brings.

Instead, I'm sticking to low-maintenance live plants, like snake plants, or dried floral arrangements for a natural touch.

Beige couches have been a design staple for years, but they're more trouble than they're worth.

I find the light color shows stains far too easily and doesn't add enough character to a room. A sofa in a rich tone or textured fabric feels more modern and livable.

I love a good throw pillow, but too many can quickly overwhelm a space.

This year, I'm sticking to accenting couches or beds with just two or three high-quality pillows with varied textures and patterns to create a curated, uncluttered look.

Prepackaged gallery walls might seem like a quick fix, but they often feel too generic.

Instead, I'm encouraging people to build their own collections over time with art that feels personal and unique to their story.

Open shelving might look great in photos, but in real life, it's a nightmare to maintain.

Unless you style everything to perfection and clean constantly, the shelves end up looking cluttered and dusty. Closed cabinetry is a more functional and stylish storage solution for a kitchen.