Tiny patterns, on the other hand, might make you motion sick. Many people who dislike wallpaper have been scarred by “ditzy” prints from the 1970s and ’80s: teeny polka dots, fields of wee flowers. “If a pattern is too small, you can literally get dizzy looking at it,” says Lanteri. If you’re considering a small print, hang up a large sample before committing, and remember that tiny patterns can feel less overwhelming in a tight space, such as a walk-in closet or pantry.
