Gardens are having a major design moment. From backyard plots and kitchen herb corners to windowsills overflowing with greenery, the love of plants is everywhere, and garden-inspired art licensing is evolving right alongside it. At Wild Apple, we’re seeing a surge in demand for art that taps into this grounded, natural lifestyle. It’s not just […]

When you work in art licensing, Christmas art isn’t just a seasonal focus—it’s a year-round staple. While most people are just pulling out their garlands in November, we’re reviewing reindeer in April and finalizing Santa suits in August. That’s because holiday-themed artwork is one of the top-selling categories in art licensing, and it touches nearly […]

Not every trend comes in loud. Some show up with quiet strength, like a wide sky just before sunrise. That’s the energy behind the growing shift toward Western-inspired art with a fine art sensibility. The Home on the Range trend is gaining ground, not through cowboy kitsch or heavy rustic clichés, but through painterly landscapes, […]

You already know what art licensing is—and you probably know that Wild Apple has a massive catalog, a killer design team, and a serious eye on what’s trending. So we’re skipping the basics. Instead, we’re answering the questions manufacturers ask us once they’re already in it. The real-world, behind-the-scenes stuff like: Can you help us […]

Let’s talk about the blue and white renaissance happening across home decor right now. It’s not new, but it feels incredibly fresh—a return to tradition with a twist. From intricate toile and chinoiserie prints to hand-painted Delft-inspired florals, blue and white is showing up across every product category: wall art, ceramics, textiles, tabletop, bedding, wallpaper, […]

Color trends come and go, but citrus hues are making a statement that feels both timeless and refreshingly bold. From the soft glow of sunlit oranges to the sharp brightness of fresh lime, these juicy shades are infusing homes with warmth, vibrancy, and just the right amount of playful energy. Unlike fleeting color fads, citrus […]

Let’s talk about bows, pastels, and just a touch of champagne fizz—because the Coquette aesthetic is still having its moment, and it’s not slowing down. What started as a hyper-feminine, TikTok-fueled fashion trend (thanks, ballet flats and endless ribbons) has found its way into home decor, wall art, and, yes, even dinnerware, stationery, glassware, boxes […]

There’s something about gingerbread—the warm spice, the cozy nostalgia, the way it instantly transports you to twinkling lights, festive gatherings, and the sheer magic of the holiday season. And if you thought the gingerbread aesthetic trend had peaked, think again. At the Atlanta Market, where our Art Directors Gretchen and Jess met with customers and […]

When it comes to art licensing color trends for 2025, it’s all about stepping out of the ordinary and embracing colors that make you do a double take. Picture this: a green so zesty it feels like it came straight from your favorite jar of pickles, a red as bold as a summer cherry pie, […]