5 outdated decor items making your home look older — and how to update them in 2025

You don’t need a full remodel to make your home feel more modern — sometimes, just removing a few outdated items is enough. Certain objects that were once trendy now silently age your interiors without you even realizing it. According to design experts, interior trends in 2025 focus on natural textures, soft lighting, and personalized simplicity. Meanwhile, relics from the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s are making homes feel stuck in the past. 1. Heavy ruffled curtains Layered, tassel-trimmed drapes block light and visually clutter a room. Replace them with sheer linen curtains or clean-lined blinds that let natural light in and modernize the space instantly.