Since the second half of 2024, the foreign trade market for decorative paintings and photo frames has witnessed numerous highlights. In terms of style, minimalist decorative paintings, characterized by smooth lines and low-saturation color schemes, have gained significant popularity in mid-to-high-end home markets in Europe and America. Meanwhile, retro rustic-style photo frames, with their distressed finishes and natural wood grains, have become a top choice for North American homestay renovation projects. The pace of material innovation has accelerated: exports of photo frames made from eco-friendly materials like bamboo fiber and recycled plastics have surged by 35% year-on-year, underscoring the rising trend of green consumption.

Regarding the policy environment, new EU regulations have imposed stricter safety certification requirements on smart decorative paintings with electronic components, while the United States has tightened intellectual property reviews, leading to a 20% increase in infringement detention cases. However, under the RCEP framework, China’s export value of decorative paintings and photo frames to ASEAN countries has grown by 22%, signaling the untapped potential of the Southeast Asian market.

Technological advancements are driving industry upgrades. 3D printing has enabled large-scale personalized production of photo frames, with custom orders accounting for 40% of total business revenue. AR-enabled decorative paintings, which bring dynamic scenes to life via smartphone scans, have successfully penetrated the overseas youth consumer market, emerging as a new growth driver for the industry.