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Fall Decor Tips – 12 Trendy Makeover Ideas For Your Home

The season change is inevitable whether you like it or not. So why not go with the flow and celebrate every beauty that nature throws at you. It’s time to think about fall with those backyard cookouts, having coffee on the porch one crisp morning, or gazing at leaves changing to amazing colors. Since summer is over, it’s time to enjoy the beauty of fall. And the celebration of anything and everything begins at your home.

Get excited for the time of the year when you get an excuse to make over the décor of your house. Create a cozy, warm achievable look for your home by taking inspiration from this gorgeous season. As we have entered the autumn equinox, days will be shorter and nights will be longer which means we’ll be spending more of our time in the privacy of our home than outside. So start planning, create mood boards and kick off window shopping to know what new trends have hit the market. Add layers, textures and at the same time keep it synchronized. Make it welcoming for the family and guests.

Go for Earthy or Moody Hues

Browns are the new whites this season. It’s time to replace the whites with earthy and muted tones. Get your inspiration from nature and let it dominate the pallet for your fall décor. Don’t associate the word brown with boring. Because these colors make the home more inviting and cozy. Go for beige with grey undertones. Trendiest earthy tones this season are taupes, greens, terracotta, and burnt oranges which create a very welcoming sanctuary. Stick with two to four colors maximum for a simple clean look. Fall gives you the best excuse to introduce such colors to your home. Choose these paint colors and pair them with textured blinds or bed frames to complete the look.

Also, a pop of color is always a good idea. But before adding that color, make sure that it blends in well with the basic color pallet that you have chosen for your fall décor. Color contrast is very important because it brings life to the whole interior.  A touch of emerald green or sage green with brown undertones would look just perfect! 

Brassy Accents Add to the Richness

Brassy accents induce richness to the décor and pull the whole look together. It is like missing pieces in the puzzle, something that cannot be missed out! They blend in and stand out together at the same time making the look complete. They have a timeless vibe to the whole look. This trend is going on for quite some time now and doesn’t seem like it’s going anywhere anytime soon. There are great and subtle ways to add gold to your home as an accent. To name a few, you can have gold picture frames, bookends, cabinet handles or pulls, and most importantly, candleholders.

If you want to adorn your space with some candleholders, here are some tips to buy the candleholders you would love.

Induce a Fall Theme or Pattern to Your Cushions

It’s time to replace your cushions with moodier hues. Tonal hues used for cushions on the sofas are a brilliant way to add depth. Florals are also big in trend for a few seasons now. Florals don’t necessarily have to be in bright and fresh colors. Floral prints come in all different color variations. Go for vintage floral designs or patterns. Pick colors that go best with your fall theme. Once the cushions are replaced, they will instantly give a new warm look to the room. Place aesthetic ottomans with warm neutral fabric to add in more texture. You can give your room a warm fall vibe with these stunning fall pillow covers.

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Switch to Warm Neutral Textured Fabrics

Replace your white or bright-colored bedding with warm earthy-toned linen. Use throws in the living room with thick wool knit texture to give your home a cozy look.

You may also use rugs with a warm neutral color and a thick texture on the floor in your kitchen and living area. Opt for vintage rugs for a breath of history. Choose from Moroccan, Persian to Chinese. They will be great for adding texture as well. 

And in case you are not sure which pillow will be best for your bed type, here is a complete guide to picking the right pillow size for yours.

Adorn Your Dining Table with the Seasonal Centerpiece and Tablescape

While revamping the house for fall, how can we not include the dining area? Centerpieces are the best way for bringing a quick and easy facelift to the whole room. If you are looking for a very elegant fall arrangement for your dining table, use muted candlesticks with brass-toned holders. Artificial Hydrangea arrangement can also be used as a centerpiece. They look great in vases on the dining table and can last for the whole season, giving your arrangement an equally good look. 

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Check out this beautifully curated artificial Hydrangea arrangement.

Choose Clean Silhouettes and Warm Woods

Warm wood tones with clean silhouettes are a great way to start with an effortless fall look for your home. Don’t forget to add textures. Rattan is the most favorite material this season for interior designers. You don’t have to replace the whole thing with one texture. Add pops of it to give the whole décor a synchronized look. Buy a rattan tray for the coffee table décor and place gold candle stands or stack magazines or books to complete the look. Another great look can be achieved by placing a dried flower and berries arrangement on the table. The dried flowers give a very muted look while the berries add a pop of color. And this berry and hydrangea arrangement will perfectly fit in with your fall-inspired decor.

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You can also go for a rattan accent chair that will bring the oomph factor to the whole look. Accessories the chair with flowery or muted toned cushions for a picture-perfect look.

Don’t Miss Out on Muted Flowers and Feathery Dry Grass Arrangements

Time to replace your fresh flower arrangements with dried grass arrangements. Extra-large pampas grass is the trend to follow this season. Although it was introduced a few years back it is still going strong. Pampas grass can grow up to ten feet tall. Don’t cut it short when arranging it on your foyer table. The beauty of this arrangement lies in its extra-long length. Get earthy pottery vases for displaying your floral arrangements. This is fluffy, textural while adding a great accent to the interior.

Bonus tip: Paper mache pottery is doing rounds and trending along with the glazed pottery this season for more textured layers!  

Faux gourd and pumpkin on the side table are a staple for fall décor. The best part is that they can last up to a lifetime if kept right. 

Along with that, you can also fill up the empty corners with an artificial pomegranate tree or a bare tree branch right from your backyard. Amp it up with miniature pumpkins and twinkle lights. This will give such a warm vibe to the whole room and not to mention the bonus festive look.  

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Adorn your space with this lovely pomegranate artificial tree.

Wreaths and Autumn Go Side by Side

No fall décor is complete without a welcome wreath on the front door. Wreaths add personality to your front door or mantle. Make sure you include seasonal elements like pumpkins, gourds, or seasonal leaves in your wreath. Pumpkins don’t necessarily have to be orange in color. You may paint them white if your color pallet demands so. Grapevine wreaths along with various seasonal floral stems make an excellent fall wreath. You can make your wreath with a DIY project or you can order via online stores. 

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Add this intricately designed and realistic-looking pumpkin and berries wreath to your front door.

If you want to go for a sleek and chic wreath, we would suggest going for wheat aesthetically bundled together at various lengths along with whimsical feathers. This will be great if your interior has a modern rustic touch. 

Garlands is also a very simple yet eye-catching décor option for a fall interior. You can use fresh seasonal leaves garland or a gorgeous garland made up of dried leaves and faux pumpkins. These garlands can be placed on the dining table or draped along your mantel for a fall statement.

A Fall Porch Décor with Distressed and Chippy Details is Not to be Missed Out

A warm welcome is always remembered! Add an instant compositional focal point to your house by decorating your porch with a fall theme décor. You can induce a white pumpkin and white flowers display if it meshes well with your front door. Twinkle lights give such a warm and festive look. So make sure that you incorporate these with your décor. Speaking of lights, using tall, open-top distressed lanterns along with your pumpkin décor can add a chic style to your porch. 

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Add a warm glow along with the chic style to your porch with this tall, open-top lantern.

Bonus Tip: If you are a minimalist, go for a simpler décor with a chair decorated with a fall-themed cushion and a distressed lantern beside.

A Touch of Black Elevates the Look

Thinking about making a statement with your fall décor? Go for a touch of black. Black demands and screams attention! Since black is having a moment in the design world now, we would suggest that you add a black to your fall décor pallet. This color is deep, versatile, and compliments any color you use it with. Just make sure that you strike the right balance while using black with other colors. Think black leather sofa with brown wood accent tables and for a complete look, throw in a green plant to make the whole look pop.

If you want to go for a big change, consider painting your doors black. Add brass or gold door handles or knobs to finish off this modern look. Or you can easily add black by swapping out a few accessories like candle stands or frames or lampshades. Just make sure they bring the energy to your décor while doing so and not dull it out.

Pumpkin Dough Bowl Décor Depicts Fall

A pumpkin décor is a must-have for a fall interior. Since its fall, pumpkins of all shapes and colors become easily available in the markets. Choose the colors which go well with the whole mood of the room. If it’s a tough call finding the right colored pumpkin, you can always go for faux ones which could last for the whole season and could be used for more. You can craft your pumpkins by using old quilts and fabric scraps. Mix it with the seasonal leaves and stems. Voila! You have a gorgeous pumpkin décor at hand.  Pumpkin dough bowls are a great fall décor. You can place these arrangements on your mantel or on your dining table to bring in the fall accent to your interior.

Use Wall Hangings Inspired by the Fall Colors

Those empty walls can be filled with possibilities. Complete the look of your fall interior design by embellishing your walls with wall hangings. Use photographs, beautiful signage with fall quotes, or other decorative hangings to enhance the whole look. Get inspired with the fall colors while thinking of what to place on those stark walls. You can also add an artificial garland to your walls to complete the look.

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Add this maple leaves, pumpkin, and pinecone artificial garland to your walls to complete the look.

Pro-Tip: Macramé is a beautiful art and can be made in the specific colors your theme demands. Simple, minimal yet powerful, macramé art is trending in the design world.

Summing Up the Fall Look For You 

Your fall look should be earthy, natural, warm, and layered. Colors are so crucial in building up the mood and the look of the house. So take time and choose your colors wisely. Of course, fall is about enjoying the crispness. So make sure that you have enough warmth in your décor that you balance it out and enjoy the most of it. And if that’s not enough, browse through this guide to make your home more fall-themed. 

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