More than Pretty – How Event Décor is evolving in 2025

As we step into the second half of 2025, the world of event décor is undergoing a beautiful transformation. No longer just about aesthetics, décor has become a powerful storytelling tool - one that reflects values, shapes emotions and creates unforgettable moments. 

And at the heart of this shift?…. SUSTAINABILITY, CREATIVITY and COLLABORATION.

1. SUSTAINABILITY - More Than a Trend it’s a standard

Eco-consciousness is no longer a buzzword; it’s the baseline. In 2025, sustainable event decor is the expectation, not the exception. From repurposed florals and upcycled materials to digital design elements and zero-waste installations, event décor is embracing the future with both elegance and ethics.

Key Sustainable Décor Trends:

• Living décor: Think potted plants, moss walls, and floral installations that continue to thrive after the event ends. Dried florals has been and is still a HUGE trend that we will see for some time still.

• Reusable structures: Modular backdrops, fabric drapery, and versatile props that can be restyled across multiple events.

  
  

2. CREATIVITY Creating Memorable Décor Moments

In a world saturated with content, guests are seeking more than just pretty spaces, they crave meaningful experiences. Décor in our time must evoke emotion and invite participation.

What’s Trending:

• Interactive installations: Photo moments meet personal storytelling - think message walls, digital guestbooks, or live-art performances.

• Bold themes with purpose: Concepts that reflect brand missions or personal journeys resonate more deeply than generic glamour.

• Sensory design: From soundscapes to scent styling, events are engaging every sense to create unforgettable memories. Remember; you will always remember what you felt, smelled or tasted, as our senses are high on memory and experiences!

  
  

3. COLLABORATION - Where Décor Meets Production

For décor to reach its full potential, synergy between event designers, producers, florists and stylists is fundamental. The strongest events of 2025 are those where companies work together - not in silos, but in sync.

How Décor & Event Companies Can Take Hands:

• Early-stage collaboration: Involve decorators from the concept phase to ensure every detail ties back to the event’s purpose and helps drive the message.

• Shared sustainability goals: Work together to source local vendors, reduce transport emissions and commit to low-waste setups.

• Creative co-development: Combine technical production (lighting, AV, staging) with décor vision for seamless execution.

  
  

Décor is not just about what an event looks like - it’s about how it makes people feel and what legacy it leaves behind. By prioritising sustainability, investing in immersive design and fostering industry collaboration, the events world is not only raising the bar aesthetically - but ethically and experientially, too.

Whether you're a décor company, a planner, or a brand hosting an event, the message is clear: 

PURPOSE AND PARTNERSHIP ARE THE NEW LUXURY!