Top 11 Design Trends for 2018 [Infographic]

2018 is already shaping up to be the year of fantasy and punchy colors, according to design trends. Shutterstock’s 2018 Creative Trends report is here to shed some light on how all things digital will look in 2018. The report forecasts future design trends by collecting the most searched design trends on Shutterstock. 

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2018 Design Trends

Mythical

From mythical beasts to magical landscapes, slip into another world.

New Minimalism

Think beyond crisp, clean lines. The new minimalism features bold colors and fluid styles.

Space

a mix of awe-inspiring galactic beauty and a darker, more dystopian feel.

Natural Luxury

Hinting at geological secrets, this style can be subtle or dramatic.

Punchy Pastels

Pinks and blues don’t have to be delicate. Discover the rebellious side of sweet candy colors.

A Global March

A century after women gained the right to vote across much of the world, the battle for equality continues with fresh urgency.

Cactus

Nature’s ultimate survivor combines beauty and danger.

Digital Crafts

From origami to embroidery, see how traditional styles have been reinterpreted for a new era.

Ancient Geometrics

Both spiritual and mathematical, these intricate patterns have their origins in diverse and disparate cultures.

Cryptocurrency

From curiosity to critical mass, this is the year alternative currencies go mainstream.

Holographic Foil

A new trend we think will be inescapable in 2018. This vibrant style has a joyful, space-age feel.

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