As 2026 looms, you might have noticed that illuminated mirrors for the bathroom are very much “in”. Indeed, over the last few years, we have shifted from a world in which bathroom mirrors were still largely seen as merely “functional”, utilitarian pieces. Today, if a mirror in this part of the home isn’t lit up in some way, it tends to be seen as a missed opportunity.
Of course, if you are considering custom mirrors with lights for your own bathroom, it is important for your decision-making not to be too dominated by concerns about “here today, gone tomorrow” trends.
That’s why, in this article, we won’t merely outline what things are set to be “in” and “out” when it comes to bathroom mirrors over the coming 12 months; we will also outline the aesthetics that are likely to retain timeless appeal in half a decade’s time.
In The World of Illuminated Mirrors, What’s ‘In’ For 2026?
- Oversized Illuminated Mirrors
Light-up custom mirrors of any size remain strongly on-trend. However, 2026 looks set to be all about “going big” for many purchasers of illuminated mirrors.
We anticipate that a lot of people in the UK will be drawn towards large-scale backlit or LED-framed mirrors, potentially spanning almost the full width of their vanity, over the coming 12 months. Such relatively big mirror units can be great for cultivating a luxurious, spa-like vibe.
- Round Bathroom Mirrors
This will hardly be an entirely new trend for 2026. Nonetheless, we do expect the tendency to continue for significant numbers of Britons to choose a round bathroom mirror with lights.
After all, we are still largely in a world dominated by clean lines and geometric tiles. The soft curves of round mirrors help offset this “standard” aesthetic in a bathroom.
We do, though, reckon we will see a greater shift towards oversized round bathroom mirrors over the next 12 months, paired with minimalist vanities.
What’s ‘Out’ For 2026 As Far as Lit-Up Custom Mirrors Are Concerned?
- Highly Ornate Gold Frames
Some of you might be inclined to disagree with this one if your home’s broader interior style lends itself to a heavy baroque or rococo mirror! And to reiterate our statement earlier: you don’t have to treat trends as hard-and-fast rules when choosing a bathroom mirror.
In general, though, heavy and ornate frames are widely coming to be seen as overly fussy as we enter 2026. It is cleaner and thinner frames, or even frameless designs, that Britons are increasingly regarding as the optimal match to their bathroom’s décor scheme.
- Over-The-Top LED Strip Lighting
Again, this inclusion might be the subject of debate among some of you. And again, this is more the broad tendency, rather than an absolute rule: the especially harsh, cool white LED strips that were popular five years ago are fading in demand.
In their place, we are seeing the emergence of warmer and more sophisticated integrated lighting systems. So, remember that illuminated mirrors these days absolutely can be subtle and understated, rather than super-bold and “in your face”.
What Will Still Look Good Among Illuminated Mirrors in Five Years’ Time?
- Rectangular Bathroom Mirrors
You can’t really go wrong with a rectangular mirror for your bathroom; it is a classic, safe, and elegant choice, almost irrespective of what surrounds it.
A lit-up mirror in a simple horizontal rectangle tends to work well in both traditional and contemporary-styled bathrooms. Choose a frameless look or a model with a thin frame, and it is especially unlikely to look dated in years to come.
- Round Bathroom Mirrors (In Moderation)
With gentle curves being abundant in nature, and universally regarded as beautiful, this is one currently “trendy” bathroom mirror shape that will surely retain its appeal through the years.
If, though, you are leaning towards a round bathroom mirror, it might be worth taking particular care with your frame choice. A frameless look may be better than something overly elaborate.
Final Thoughts: Ensure You Pick the Right Bathroom Mirror for Your Home and Lifestyle
Whatever 2026 and the next half-decade are likely to bring when it comes to bathroom mirror styles and trends, you will doubtless want to ensure you select the model that works best for your abode, rather than anyone else’s.
So, please feel free to contact our team for any advice and guidance you might require, before you commit to a particular mirror for your bathroom.
