Embrace everything that the autumn season has to offer by incorporating these 8 simple fall decor ideas into your home. From textured linens to a seasonal colour palette of burnt oranges, firey reds and mustard tones, these small additions will bring a warm and inviting atmosphere to your home. Whether you're searching for decor that's more subtle or want to make a statement, keep reading to discover our fall decorating ideas.

8 Autumn Decorating Ideas to Try

Seasonal Decor

Is it really autumn without a pumpkin? This seasonal tradition can be used for so much more than just carving faces for Halloween. Carve out the middle of a pumpkin and use it as a vase for your table's centrepiece. Fill with darker-hued flowers such as purple or green, to complement the bright colour of the pumpkin. For a more low-key way to incorporate pumpkins, place small gourds on dining plates for a creative twist on name tags. To keep your pumpkin decor looking fresh year-round, use faux pumpkins.

Something Spooky

Incorporate child-friendly indoor fall decorations by embracing a Halloween theme. Hang spooky elements such as skulls or bats around your home for everyone to enjoy. If you want to avoid overwhelming the space, choose simplistic decor items like a black skull-themed garland to hang on your mantel. Plush pumpkin pillows will add a playful but cosy element to your sofa.

Complementary Colours

Create the perfect dining table by incorporating an autumnal colour (like a muted orange) with a complementary colour ( like blue) to accentuate it. Look for copper items like cups and cutlery, as they are a modern way to incorporate orange accents and balance the blue.

Plenty of Plaid

Plaid isn’t just for the winter (or Scotland). Opt for a slick of plaid to quickly and easily create some autumnal feels. As long as the colour scheme resembles the foliage outdoors, this charming pattern can turn any piece of decor into a fall staple. Orange plaid throw pillows laying distinctly against white chairs or a discreet beige and brown plaid blanket can create the perfect fall complement in any space.

Soft Leather Accents

For a more mature way to incorporate fall decor, opt for leather. Leather offers a modern twist on autumn decor and embodies the right colour palette. The material offers a different texture and can even be used right through to the winter season. Inject leather accents throughout your home in different shades of brown and caramel to complement your other fall decor. For a welcoming feel, add leather ottomans to your entryway to give visitors a place to sit to take off their shoes. When your ottomon is not in use, slide it under a table to keep the walking space clear.

Transeasonal Scents

Candles are often overlooked as a decor piece, but they can change the whole atmosphere in a space almost instantly. Their smell can fill up a room with a secret scent, making it feel like a cold autumn day or a kitchen with a just-baked apple pie, depending on the scent you choose. Place candles on the mantel above your fireplace for a soft glow and cosy ambience. If you don’t own a fireplace, opt for a fall-themed candle holder and place it on your coffee table.

Autumnal Tones

Still wondering how to decorate for autumn? Swap out your summer throw blankets and pillows for ones with a autumnal colour palette to give your living room a transeasonal feel. Opt for shades of rich reds, oranges, yellows and greens to give your sofa a quick refresh. To tone down any brighter colours, add neutral pillows to create a toned down look whilst still incorporating a playful pop of colour.

Bring the Outdoors In

The autumn season is known for its beautiful colours and textures, so why not bring those into the home? Cut branches from your trees and display them in a glass vase for an easy fall decor idea that you can switch out when needed. For an industrial feel, display the leaves in a metal bucket. The metal will help accentuate the colour and texture of the leaves. Bring in a bundle of logs and place them near your fireplace in a basket or log holder, or lay them on a faux fur rug for a cosy display.

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