Vintage toys, fashion, and interior design will make a comeback in 2026, per Pinterest.
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Pinterest did a vibe check of the internet in 2026.
Its annual Pinterest Predicts report identified 21 trends the company says will be hot next year.
Mismatched beauty, nostalgic toys, and an obsession with cabbage are just a few of them.
Pinterest did a pulse check on the internet's 2026 mood. It predicts glamorous, glittery fashion will return, layered scents will be popular, and people might just develop an obsession with cabbage.
The San Francisco-headquartered company released its annual "Pinterest Predicts" report on Tuesday. It said it analyzed "billions of Pinterest searches and the visual content Pinterest users are engaging with," which helped it uncover emerging words, colors, styles, and aesthetics.
"With a boost from machine learning, our trend experts find patterns by combining data insights with real-world observations," the report said.
The company predicts that 21 trends will be hot globally in 2026.
Take a look at the top five in the US:
1. Cabbage CrushAll things cabbage will be trending next year, Pinterest says.
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The topic that Pinterest says will trend highest in the US in 2026 isn't a fashion or home decor trend — it's cabbage.
"In the year ahead, boomers and Gen X will say goodbye to their cauliflower obsession and crown cabbage the new kitchen champ," it wrote. "Think blistered-edge 'steaks', kimchi cocktails and even crispier taco wraps."
It said the search terms cabbage dumplings had risen 110% from September 2024 to August 2025 compared to the same period the year before, while Golumpki soup and cabbage Alfredo saw similar spikes.
This falls right in line with one of 2025's top diet trends, "fibermaxxing," which stresses the importance of consuming enough fiber for heart and gut health.
2. Glitchy GlamImperfect, mismatched beauty could be popular in 2026.
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Second on the list is "Glitchy Glam," which refers to imperfect beauty. The report said that in 2026, "beauty is missing the mark — on purpose."
"Gen Z and millennials will rock mismatched manicures, two-toned lipstick, and bright eyeshadow in two binary hues. So long, symmetry," it wrote.
The search terms that led Pinterest to believe mismatched beauty would trend were "eccentric makeup," "weird makeup looks," "avant-garde makeup editorial," and "nails with different colors on each hand."
This marks a departure from the "clean girl" makeup trend that has reigned supreme on social media in recent years.
3. Throwback KidVintage toys, fashion, and interior design will make a comeback in 2026, per Pinterest.
The search terms "1970s childhood toys," "upcycled baby clothes," and "vintage kids fashion" had done well on Pinterest between September 2024 and August 2025, the report said.
"In 2026, childhood gets a throwback twist with vintage-inspired outfits, classic toys from the '60s and upcycled baby looks," it wrote. "Crocheted play mats will bring cosy vibes to any nursery, while baby boomers and Gen X will thrift mini fits."
4. Scent StackingPinterest predicts that people will be layering fragrances next year instead of using single scents.
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Gen Z and millennials won't be satisfied with store-bought perfumes in 2026, Pinterest said.
"Gen Z and millennials are ditching one-and-done scents for bespoke notes, blending oils and perfumes to craft their very own fragrance formulas," it wrote in the report. "Expect luxury to linger in layers next year."
Pinterest said search terms pointing to this trend include "perfume layering combinations," "scent layering," and "niche perfume collection."
5. Extra CelestialHolographic accents and opalescent makeup is going to be popular in 2026, says Pinterest.
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Lastly, Pinterest predicts that an "intergalactic" aesthetic will trend highly in the US, particularly among Gen Z and millennials.
"Think holographic home accents, opalescent eyeshadow that looks like moon dust, and cosmic silhouettes straight out of a sci-fi movie," the report said.
The search term "alien core aesthetic" increased by 80% between September 2024 and August 2025 compared to the same period in the previous year. Other trending search terms include "opalescent," "futuristic truck," and "soft dewy makeup."
Special mentions: Glamoratti, Pen Pals, and Gimme GummyPinterest Predicts 2026's trends also include "Glamoratti," "Pen Pals," and "Gimme Gummy."
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Pinterest says 2026 is also set to be the year of "Glamoratti," which spells a return to loud, decadent, and maximalist fashion. Think chunky gold jewelry, funnel neck outfits, and tailored suits.
Another trend worth noting is "Pen Pals." This is a hobby-based trend that Pinterest says could lead to a resurgence of letter writing, as Gen Z and millennials grow tired of texting and social media.
And lastly, Pinterest coined "Gimme Gummy," an ASMR-loaded, gummy-bear aesthetic which is predicted to be hot in 2026. "Gimme Gummy" is characterized by "bendy phone cases," "3D jewelry," and "rubberized nail art."
Pinterest reported third-quarter revenue of $1.049 billion in November, representing a 17% increase compared to the same period the previous year. Its monthly active users increased by 12% compared to the previous year, reaching 600 million.
The company's stock is down about 6% since the start of the past year.