Summer 2025 Wall Art Trends: What’s Hot

Summer 2025 Wall Art Trends: What’s Hot

This summer, wall art is more than just decoration—it’s an invitation to escape, unwind, and celebrate the season. From dreamy seascapes to retro travel prints, the trends for Summer 2025 are full of personality, warmth, and wanderlust. Whether you're redecorating your beach house or simply refreshing a corner of your home, framed and canvas prints (along with affordable rolled posters) make it easy to bring these seasonal looks to life.


In this guide, we’re highlighting the top wall art trends for Summer 2025—along with styling tips using a mix of seasonal newcomers and timeless bestsellers from the Frametolia collection.


The Calm of the Coastline


Ocean views remain a summer staple, but this season’s take is all about stillness and clarity. Expect compositions featuring turquoise water, bright skies, and tranquil beach scenes—often with a single focal point, like an umbrella or calm tide. These images bring instant serenity to any space and work especially well in larger formats for maximum effect.


Style Tips:

  • Use in bedrooms, bathrooms, or sunrooms for a soothing atmosphere
  • Pair with natural oak or whitewashed wood frames for a coastal finish
  • Combine with soft textiles like linen and rattan for a resort-style interior
solitude in aqua framed canvas print of shoreline with a single beach umbrella being met by waves hanging above a bench Boats in blue bay II print - aerial view of boats in bright blueu waters hanging in entryway


Painterly Seascapes in Motion


Another key trend: artistic interpretations of waves and water. These aren’t photo-realistic pieces, but stylized compositions—think sun-washed palettes, gentle curves, and sweeping movement. They blend well into spaces where you want to evoke energy without overstimulation.

Style Tips:

  • Ideal for home offices or creative spaces that benefit from flow and inspiration
  • Choose stretched canvas for a modern, frameless look
  • Hang above a desk or sofa to create a peaceful focal point with movement
Waves on amber sand framed print of painted waves crashing on the shore leaning against wall in living room of a beach house ocean refrain at dusk III framed canvas print of dreamy painted waves at sunset on a shelf ocean veins aerial II print - stunning painted waves from an above view hanging above a bench


Retro Summer Nostalgia

Art inspired by vintage surf culture and mid-century summer travel is having a major moment. Think old-school cars parked by the beach, palm trees framing the scene, and a warm breeze captured in still imagery. These nostalgic visuals bring warmth and playfulness with a distinctly curated, editorial vibe.


Style Tips:

  • Great for entryways, game rooms, or beach house hallways
  • Use bold wood frames or float frames to give the image structure
  • Mix with retro signage or vintage photography to create a layered gallery wall
retro motel glow up print of vintage motel sign in a white frame on a driftwood shelf surfer's garden lineup canvas watercolor print of vintage style surfboards lined up in front of lush greenery, hanging above a bench


Dreamy Pastels and Playful Photography


Pastel-toned photography—especially sky scenes and amusement park imagery—is gaining traction. These prints feel light, imaginative, and full of air. Soft blue skies, cotton candy pinks, and carnival elements like Ferris wheels lend a nostalgic, youthful charm.


Style Tips:

  • Works beautifully in minimalist, Scandinavian, or kids’ rooms
  • Try white or blush-toned frames for a light, cohesive look
  • Hang as part of a vertical pair to elongate a smaller wall
cotton candy wheel print of pastel vintage ferris wheel blossoms in spring light III watercolor print of the view upwards to the sky through lush cherry blossoms, hanging above a bed Blue Umbrellas by the shore print hanging above a bench in an entryway


Global Travel Prints and Destination Signs


Colorful signposts pointing to global cities, palm-lined travel views, and scenic illustrations of European coastlines are perfect for wanderlust lovers. These prints feel upbeat and inspired—especially when paired with text or bold graphic elements.

Style Tips:

  • Hang in kitchens, entryways, or over a travel bar cart
  • Frame in matte white or light birch wood to keep the energy bright
  • Style with souvenirs or accents from your favorite destinations
lemon coast serenity European travel poster print on a shelf in the kitchen Direction to daydreams travel sign print on stretched canvas hanging by the living room window

Rolled Prints: The Easiest Seasonal Refresh

For trendsetters who like to switch things up without committing to a full redesign, rolled art prints (aka art posters) are the way to go. They’re lightweight, budget-friendly, and easy to rotate with the seasons. This summer, look for prints that feature bold typography, playful graphics, or painterly landscapes.


Style Tips:

  • Pop into an existing frame for a quick update to your walls
  • Layer on open shelving or hang matching prints in a hallway for a fresh gallery feel
  • Swap seasonally to keep your space feeling dynamic and current
docked and dreaming I print watercolor picture of boats at a dock sunset over the hills watercolor sunset print unframed Palm Shore festival rolled print on a table


This Summer’s Freshest Look Starts on Your Walls


The wall art trends for Summer 2025 are joyful, easygoing, and globally inspired. Whether you’re leaning into soft seascapes, pastel photography, or vintage travel charm, the right piece of art can set the tone for an entire room. Whether you’re going big with a canvas or layering in rolled prints for a subtle refresh, summer has never looked better on your walls. For more inspiration check out our new Summer Art Collection. Happy decorating!

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