The Winter Wonderland Trend Pinterest Says Will Be Everywhere This Year

Imagine a frosty winter morning, where you can see your breath when it hits the air and the world is shimmering with sparkling snow. That's the vibe that the Pinterest Predicts 2026 trend report said will be showing up everywhere this year. According to the report, cool blue is more than a color — it has its own trend category. Anything from sky blue to a shivering cold, glacial hue can be used to cleanse the color palettes of designs with a lot of warm tones. The icy blue hue is also ideal for creating calm, serene spaces.

Designers are already leaning into this color trend with a winter wonderland vibe. Designer Stephanie Kraus told Homes & Gardens, "For 2026, I recommend a fresh sky blue — the kind you see in nature every day: clear blue sky, coastal water, winter light. After a season of rich holiday tones, it instantly resets a home and makes everything feel cleaner, fresher, and more breathable."

This cool blue hue fits right in with other design trends for 2026, like the neo deco trend or the high-class opera aesthetic. Designers use light blues to uplift a space, add balance, and expand a room visually by reminding us of the sky, and studies have shown that it can even promote wellness and increase the value of your home.

Using blue in home decor offers many benefits, but it's important to use it the right way. Decorating with this color means embracing the breezy, airy vibe and bringing it down to earth with warm and neutral colors, such as what you might see in a Scandinavian-inspired design that incorporates a lot of white. Even though icy blues can balance your home's color palette, they can be a bit too chilly for some rooms. As examples, cool blue might not be the most inviting color for a bathroom and could be too cold and overwhelming for a guest room.

Whether you use it for your walls and cabinets or stick to accents and furniture, light blue works in kitchens, living rooms, and powder rooms. Since this color can enhance your sleep and lower stress levels, it can also work in your bedroom if you bring the right balance of neutral or warm hues. When decorating with this winter wonderland blue, remember that it is the color of the sky, so all kinds of natural shades work with it, from terracotta to forest green. For metal finishes, consider your overall design. Cold metals like chrome or gunmetal will complement the color, while warm metals like brass and copper will create contrast. Also, pay attention to the undertones, which can impact the mood of your space. For example, warm yellow or green undertones are considerably more uplifting than calming blues with hints of purple, gray, or red.