Why shag carpets are making a comeback in 2025

Shag is a deep or thick file type of carpet that was extremely popular in the 1960s and 1970s. According to interior style writer Megan Lasher, these carpets are coming right back into style.

A shag carpet has a pile that is at least half an inch high. Shag carpets are believed to originate from Flokati rugs made in Ancient Greece from goat's hair. They became common in Central Asia and Turkey, where they were bought by royalty for their palaces.

Shag carpets were revived in the 1960s and 1970s and often featured bright colours and quirky patterns influenced by the psychedelic hippie culture. Sales of these bright shag carpets declined in the 1980s as more minimalist styles became popular.

Megan Lasher predicts shag carpets will be a popular home décor trend of 2025, part of the move to a more maximalist style. However, plain muted colour shag carpets are also suitable for a chic minimalist look. Earth shades of brown and green, or neutral colour carpets make a style statement without being over dramatic.

Shag carpets are soft underfoot and make a room feel warm and cosy when relaxing barefoot. If you are not ready to replace carpets, Megan Lasher suggests adding one or two colourful shag pile rugs to experience the look and feel of this luxurious style.

Whether you favour minimalist or maximalist décor styles, shag carpets add luxury to any room style. A carpet retailer in Chester, Wrexham or North Wales will be able to show you their selection of shag carpets.