There are so many affordable ways to incorporate chic fall decor into your home design when the new season hits. Thankfully, you don’t have to dip too heavily into your budget to do it. Even small changes can yield a significant impact.
Here are my top eight tricks to redecorate your space for fall:
1. Switch out pillows and throws
I always switch out my soft finishes per season. Come fall, I think about the cooler temps and staying indoors by a cozy fire. I want my space to reflect that sense of hibernation and relaxation. I gravitate towards chunkier blankets to add a nice texture to my couch, or I’ll bring in new textiles into my bedroom. I’ll use a down duvet, thicker cotton sheets, wool or chenille pillow shams, anything that makes me want to curl up with a book on a cold fall evening. Just like fall fashion, it’s all about adding up layers.
2. Play with patterns
The patterns you choose in your home will organically tell you what season you’re in, just like colours do. Summer is usually all about light, airy fabrics, bright colour stories, and florals. Fall is tartan and deeper tonal shades (not unlike fall’s changing leaves) and heavier fabrications. Try mixing up your rugs or your curtains with plaids or warmer colours.
3. Accent accessories in seasonal colours
The autumn is a spectrum of oranges, reds, copper, muted greens and metallics. whether you fill a favourite vase with deep red blooms or fill a bowl with mini gourds, there are a lot of colours to choose from when playing with different accent accessories in your home. This could all work as inspiration for your Thanksgiving entertaining as well.
4. Add more light
The days get shorter throughout the fall. So, add more light to your indoors by switching out your light bulbs. You can create either a soft glow or a bright light, depending on what kind of exposure you need, per room. I also love to add an array of candles everywhere—their cozy glow really makes me feel comfortable at home on those dark afternoons and evenings.
5. Switch up your bedding
I do this every season without fail. In the summertime it’s all about keeping things as airy as possible. I always go for the lightest fabrics possible on my bed: linen, lightweight cotton, anything that feels gauzy and breezy against the skin. Come autumn, I’m all about bundling up and feeling warm and protected. I’ll change my bedcover into a more substantial version, whether it’s a quilted cover or a plush duvet. I’ll also add a throw blanket at the end of my bed for those chillier nights when I need it.
6. Arrange fall flowers
Take note: No fake flowers! They just don’t have the same feeling like the real thing. Instead use dahlias, ranunculus or any foraged clippings from your own backyard. Create a fall-inspired arrangement that would look lovely on a kitchen table or a mantlepiece. I love taking branches from a pine tree (with the pinecones still attached) to use as an arrangement. They last all winter too. Sunflowers and Alstroemeria are also gorgeous. I’ll fill several vases throughout my home. As I walk throughout, I’m met with all of these bright pops of colour.
7. Spruce up your front door (or porch)
Fill a pair of planters with fall flowers, outdoor lanterns or faux pumpkins and gourds to create a welcoming entrance for all of your fall guests.
8. Add seasonal colours to your winter gardens
Fill your gardens and window boxes with white or purple ornamental cabbages or English ivy. It adds a bit of cheery colour to our dark winter days, plus everything will survive through our frosty temperatures and keep your landscape looking beautiful well into springtime.