Fall decorating is typically dominated with pumpkins and, more recently, an explosion of decorative gourds. They’re festive and absolutely evoke the essence of autumn, but as the Halloween portion of fall draws to a close, I find myself ready to clear the slate and decorate for autumn in the absence of pumpkins. I’m on orange overload, and it’s time to get creative with some of fall’s other favorite elements.
Firewood
There’s nothing for autumnal than sipping hot cider by a crackling fire. Send that subliminal message by stacking some firewood near the hearth and your house will feel cozy and ready for cooler evenings and mugs of hot chocolate.
Looking for more subliminal fall decorating ideas? Take a peek at this article by Houzz.
Incorporate Warm Metallics
Copper is a perfect element for autumn decorating, since it’s both warm and rich. Copper candle holders add a cozy glow.
Not into copper? Gold is another perfect-for-fall metallic. Check out this article on Apartment Therapy for great ideas on how to incorporate gold into fall decorating.
Nature’s Bounty: Leaves
In most parts of the country, autumn means brightly colored falling leaves. Scoop up a handful (or go snag some fake ones from a craft store!) and incorporate them into your outdoor decorating using a little burlap. Find the tutorial here.
Looking to bring the leaves indoors? How about a gorgeous suspended leaf chandelier? Tutorial here.
Luxe Rustic
I love the juxtaposition of rustic elements with luxe materials or textures. Acorns and pinecones are a quintessential part of autumn, so why not dress them up a little? Adding rich metallics to rougher, more natural decorations is the perfect blend. Make your own luxe rustic door wreath here.
Color Crush: Rust
Call it orange’s more sophisticated sister, rust is a great color to use in autumn decorating. And since it doesn’t scream Halloween the way orange does, you can use it all the way through to winter. The quilt and throw pillows shown here add the perfect touch of rust to an otherwise neutral room.
Cozy, Knitted Throws
Once the temperatures drop, an easy way to add an autumnal element to any room is to add soft, cozy throws for snuggling up.
Rich, textured textiles
Fall is a great time to bring back the heavier, richer textiles that seemed a little too much for summer. Add in darker colors, heavier fabrics, and more solid patterns.
For those who prefer to buy, and not DIY:
This article on Bustle has great links to pumpkin-free fall decorating elements that can all be purchased.
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