Green sofas have emerged as the leading trend in home furnishings, supplanting grey as the favored color in cushions and upholstery, according to recent industry data and retailer reports. This shift reflects changing consumer preferences observed during the autumn and winter design showcases earlier this month.
Jason Wilary-Attew, director of home at John Lewis, noted a marked transition in the popularity of sofa colors. Over the past year, grey sofas represented just 9 percent of sales at the retailer, while green sofas accounted for 17 percent, with projections indicating further growth in green’s market share. Similar trends have been seen at other furniture retailers, with Barker and Stonehouse reporting that green sofas outsold grey by a ratio of five to one in the first half of 2026. The company also recorded an 80 percent year-on-year increase in green sofa sales, accompanied by a 60 percent rise in online searches for green sofas relative to grey models over the past month.
Furniture Village has also reported green as the top-selling color for popular sofa models, including the Bronwyn and Eclipse, each with 56 percent of sales in green upholstery from November 2025 through June 2026. Habitat additionally saw a 10 percent increase in searches for green sofas during the spring and summer months compared to the previous year, particularly favoring moss and olive green shades. The Myra three-seater sofa, offered in moss green for £595, sold out rapidly following its spring launch.
Industry experts point to the appeal of a range of green tones—such as sage, ivy, moss, and olive—with warmer, earthier shades containing subtle yellow undertones proving especially popular. Heal’s, another furniture retailer, confirmed that green sofas now outsell grey, prompting the introduction of new fabric options in myrtle cotton linen and olive wool velvet to meet growing demand.
Design professionals observe that green has evolved from a bold choice to a versatile modern neutral. John O’Leary, design director at Swyft, emphasized green’s ability to ground and warm a room while complementing both traditional and contemporary interiors without overwhelming the space. This adaptability has contributed to its broad appeal, positioning green as a timeless option rather than a passing fad.
Retailers report that the rising demand for green sofas has driven an expansion in color ranges. Hannah Rosman, commercial director at Willow & Hall, highlighted a particular rise in lighter green hues favored by older consumers alongside darker greens preferred by families for their practicality.
With consumer interest peaking during a period when seasonal conditions may deter some buyers, industry insiders suggest that now could be an opportune moment for shoppers to consider green upholstery, as discounts may be available.
The enduring popularity of green represents a notable departure from the long-standing dominance of grey in living room furnishings, signaling a broader stylistic shift in home decor choices.