Experts share their insights into the biggest sofa trends of the year exploring the latest on-trend colours, upholstery fabrics and must-have shapes ...

With the proliferation of 90s influences continuing to shape our interiors, it might not come as a surprise to hear that patterns are back, and in a big way — especially when it comes to our sofas.

After years of safe choices, living rooms edge toward a bold rethink as prints, texture and nostalgia quietly gather pace. The new season points to a decisive shift in seating. Plain sofas step back.