Bullet Journal Trends to Watch in 2025

As we step into 2025, the art of bullet journalling continues to gain popularity, blending functionality with creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned journaler or a beginner, here are the top bullet journal trends forecasts for the new year. Will you incorporate these trends into your bullet journal this year? 

1. Abstract Minimalism:

Bold, yet simple geometric shapes, clean lines, and monochrome colours. This aesthetic focuses on simplicity but also evokes creativity and modern design. Minimalist designs focus on essential planning elements, cutting visual clutter and boosting productivity. These setups are perfect for those who value efficiency and clarity in their journalling. 

How to achieve this look: Our Mildliners are great for highlighting headings or creating simple underlined sections or borders. Pick from our range of journaling stamps to make your set up clean and simple. 

2. Romantasy: 

The rise in romance is growing with the ever-popular bookish aesthetic, where niche literary worlds and genres inspire tight-knit communities. Journalers are celebrating their favourite genres, from fantasy and romance to smut. Expect to see themes involving magical realism, faeries, and whimsical landscapes alongside elements of gothic romance, from moonlit forests to towering castles. Roses, vines, and enchanted animals will be frequent motifs, while the themes of love, mystery, and adventure continue to inspire creativity. Romance, at its core, will be the key theme, inviting exploration into fantastical worlds and the complex relationships that define them.

How to achieve this look: The Quirky Cup Collective have this theme down-pat, from their reading journals, to washi tapes and vinyl stickers. Bright red is the colour of romance, so don't forget to add accents of red to make your journal entries pop.

3. Junk Journalling:

A rising trend forecast for 2025 is the integration of everyday materials into journal spreads. Junk journalling involves using items like ticket stubs, wrappers, packaging, and stamps to create unique, personalised pages. This approach not only adds a nostalgic touch but also promotes mindfulness by encouraging you to celebrate small, everyday moments and recycle, too! WashiGang staff member, Bec, loves to collect and recycle all kinds of fun packaging supplies, papers, stamps and labels into her journal.

How to achieve this look: Add one of our collage packs to your arsenal, as well as some transfer stickers that are perfect for layering. Collect papers, stamps, packaging and found objects to add to your journal. 

4. Hyper-Personalisation:

Focus on customisation and individuality. Design personalised cover pages to mark the start of each month as a mood board to share your aesthetic and goals. Create pages tailored specifically to your unique needs—be it mood trackers, goal-setting, or personal affirmations.

• Habit tracking: Monitor daily routines and build positive habits.

• Gratitude logs: Foster mindfulness and positivity by noting daily blessings.

• Goal-setting pages: Organise long-term aspirations into actionable steps. These spreads are both functional and visually appealing, making it easier to stay organised and motivated.

• Reading trackers: Track your reading goals and booklists. 

How to achieve this look: It's all about finding your own aesthetic! Think about all of your favourite things mashed together in one big collage! Be it ducks and daisies or your favourite snacks and colours - let loose and let your individual flag fly! 

5. Cottagecore:

A theme focusing on mental health, mindfulness, and self-care in a world dominated by digital devices. The antithesis of the digital world is slowing down and returning to nature, reflective past times and handmade skills. The cottage-core aesthetic celebrates this, by embracing the joy of slowing down and savouring the comforts of home life. This journal style is all about making intentional moments for journaling, self-care and mindfulness in a busy world. 

How to get this look: Pick themed stickers that feature gardening, birds and nature elements and home hobbies to decorate your journal. Add patterned and gingham washi tapes and hand written fonts to add a homely touch. Make self-care checklists and space for gratitude and reflection. 

How to achieve this look: The Cottagecore stickerbook is perfect for this theme, as well as the beautiful range of Lettoon stickers and washi tapes featuring reading and cottage core themes. 

6. Vintage Colour Pop: 

Art Deco is making a come-back! A return to the 1920s glamour, with geometric patterns, bold lines, metallics, and luxurious colour schemes like emerald green, gold, and rich blues. Perfect for those who love vintage styles. Or alternatively, blend nostalgia with the future by incorporating neon colours, metallic accents, and vintage imagery. Think pop meets retro! 

How to achieve this look: We have an entire vintage collection on the website to help you find your perfect vintage aesthetic. Combine your vintage imagery with a pop of colour and Art Deco or Futuristic style lettering with our range of brush pens and gel pens!

7: Astrology:

Starry skies, galaxies, and planets will continue to be popular, with cosmic elements mixed with astrology, crystals, and spirituality. Use deep purples, blues, and golds for a dreamy, celestial vibe. With astrology growing in popularity, find ways to incorporate moon charts, full moon reflections and astrology reviews throughout the year. 

How to achieve this look: Combine the Galaxy cloud and Silver Skinny Galaxy foil washi tapes with our Celestial Wonders sticker book to make your journal pages sparkle! Don't forget to use some shimmering pens!

Bullet journalling in 2025 is all about finding the perfect balance between creativity and simplicity. Whether you’re drawn to minimalist setups, expressive cover pages, or the nostalgic charm of junk journalling, these trends offer something for everyone. As you embark on your journalling journey this year, remember to make it your own and enjoy the process. Happy journalling!

What are your trend and theme forecasts for the new year?