1. AI‑Aesthetic Abstracts
The “AI‑look” is becoming its own design trend.
- Gradient blobs
- Iridescent shapes
- Holographic textures
- Futuristic icons
- Soft neon color palettes
Why it’s trending: People want modern, tech‑forward visuals for branding and social media.
2. Cozy Minimalism
A shift away from maximalism toward warm, simple visuals.
- Neutral palettes
- Soft line‑art objects
- Cozy home icons (mugs, blankets, books)
- Minimal florals
- Organic shapes
Why it’s trending: It pairs perfectly with planners, journaling, and lifestyle brands.
3. Digital Scrapbook Revival
Scrapbooking is back — but digital.
- Torn paper edges
- Vintage textures
- Polaroid frames
- Tape strips
- Paper ephemera
Why it’s trending: Gen Z and millennials are using these for digital memory‑keeping and social posts.
4. Kawaii Everything
Cute sells — always.
- Kawaii food
- Kawaii animals
- Kawaii household items
- Seasonal kawaii characters
Why it’s trending: It’s universal, easy to create, and works for stickers, planners, and kids’ printables.
5. Retro Y2K & Early‑2000s Aesthetic
Still going strong into 2026.
- Glitter hearts
- Pixel icons
- Flip phones
- Stars, butterflies, sparkles
- Pastel gradients
Why it’s trending: Nostalgia + social media aesthetics = consistent sales.
6. Botanical Line Art
Clean, elegant, and endlessly useful.
- Single stems
- Leaves and branches
- Minimalist florals
- Herb illustrations
- Monoline bouquets
Why it’s trending: Perfect for branding, wedding invitations, and packaging.
7. Small‑Business Branding Elements
Creators and micro‑businesses need simple, affordable graphics.
- Logo elements
- Badges and seals
- Social media icons
- Highlight covers
- Packaging icons
Why it’s trending: Entrepreneurs want polished visuals without hiring designers.
8. Wellness & Mental Health Graphics
A huge evergreen niche.
- Mood icons
- Self‑care objects
- Affirmation badges
- Wellness trackers
- Calm, pastel palettes
Why it’s trending: Wellness creators, coaches, and therapists use these constantly.
9. Digital Planner Essentials
This niche is booming.
- Washi tape
- Sticky notes
- Tabs and labels
- Icons (fitness, finance, home, school)
- Color‑coordinated sets
Why it’s trending: GoodNotes and Notability users buy new packs all year.
10. Niche Hobby Clip Art
These micro‑niches are gold because they’re underserved.
- Gardening tools
- Camping gear
- Baking sets
- Sewing and crafting icons
- Pet‑themed graphics
- Travel essentials
Why it’s trending: Hobbyists love personalized, themed graphics.
11. Classroom & Teacher Clip Art
Teachers are one of the biggest digital‑product audiences.
- Reward badges
- Classroom labels
- Cute animals
- School supplies
- Bulletin board elements
Why it’s trending: Teachers refresh their materials every year.
12. “Aesthetic Girl” Packs
These are wildly popular on Etsy.
- Study girl
- Cozy girl
- Coffee girl
- Planner girl
- Travel girl
Why it’s trending: They’re used in planners, journals, and social media.