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Add Plaid Accents
Design byTimothy Godbold/ Photo byRikki Snyder
Plaid and autumn go hand-in-hand.
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It’s rustic yet refined, with an outdoorsy feel thanks to touches of natural elements.
Perhaps white and brown, like this Kate Marker Home design.
It creates a calm, soothing atmosphere with plenty of beautiful decor that doesn’t compete for your attention.
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Goodbye linen, and hello, flannel duvets.
Deck your bed with bedding in fall-friendly colors, like cocoa and burnt orange.
Drape a chunky knit throw as the top layer.
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After all, you still have to bake pumpkin muffins somewhere.
Keep the clutter off your countertops by draping a fall garland along youropen shelving.
It adds a seasonal flair to your space without feeling crowded.
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There’s no need to limit yourself to those colors and those colors alone, though.
Warm metallics, such as brass and copper, fit right in with the natural warmth of autumn colors.
For a gentler approach to autumn decor, use muted fall colors instead.
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Display Fall Flowers
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Flowers are a decor must-have all year long.
Save the bright hues for spring and summer though.
Design Motifs on Shelves
Open shelves are the ideal place to design a fall-themed vignette.
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String lights and candlesthe more, the better!instantly add a warm, welcomingambient lightto any space.
Try feathers or dried flowers in soft, neutral tones instead of (or in addition to!)
May cozy time commence immediately.
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Take this deeply-colored red rug in a space by Ashe Leandro as an example.
It checks all the boxes: color, texture, and coziness.
Think Soft
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When it comes to fall decor, the softer, the better.
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That goes for high-piled area rugs, faux fur throw blankets, velvety pillows, and feather accents.
Combined, they make for a stylish living room that begs for serious lounging.
Display Darker Foliage
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Branches aren’t only meant for the outdoors.
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Consider swapping in deeper hues seasonally, as they fit well with fall decor.
Layer Textures
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To check that it feels perfectly in place, juxtapose wicker accents with warm autumn colors and softer textures.
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Take this living room designed by Bespoke Only as inspiration.
Its deep green drapes add depth and weight, all while keeping the cold air out.
Have Fun With It
Decorating should never be takentooseriously.
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If your style veers towards eclectic and quirky, lean into that this fall with a moody garland.
Forage Branches
There’s no need to break your budget on fall decor.
For a statement piece of modern fall decor, look no further than your backyard.
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Trim a small branch covered in bright and boldly-colored leaves for an instant bouquet.
Hurrythe colors never last as long as we’d like.
Your light fixtures may be the perfect spot to add another dose of autumn charm.
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Take this dining space by MSTARR Design Studio, for instance.
Simply string a garland of dried flowers, berries, and twisted branches through your chandelier.
Go Maximalist
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Minimalists, keep scrolling.
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Don’t be shy about layering your favorite fall decor items with cozy textiles and plenty of ambient lighting.
Indulge in a Modern Fall Sign Outside
Who can deny the charm of a fall-themed front porch?
Decorating doesn’t have to stay limited to just indoorsbring the outdoors in on it as well.
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A small bouquet of dried grasses and grains is a subtle yet seasonally festive way to celebrate fall.
Instead, take a bits-and-pieces approach, creating small vignettes with touches of fall.
Mixing vintage pieces with modern ones creates a mix ‘n’ match feel that’s all your own.
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Keep It Light
There’s something special about the sunlight in autumn.
Enjoy every second of it by decorating a room in shades of cream.
Sometimes all it takes to bring a feeling of fall is a simple bouquet of fall-colored flowers.
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Arrange them in a modern vase, then consider your decorating done for the season.
Display Seasonal Fruits
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Time to visit your local farmer’s market.
Bonus: they’re delicious too.
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Add a Spooky Touch
Fall decor andHalloween decorationsare a match made in seasonal decorations heaven.
Take this arrangement of decor from Kate Marker Home, for instance.
How do you do that?
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It’s easy: candlelight and plush throw blankets.
Take the Decor Outside
Fall decor isn’t limited to indoors.
A smattering of pumpkins makes for a particularly warm welcome on your doorstep too.
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Here’s betting trick-or-treaters will appreciate them too.
Try burnt orange pillows with jewel-toned walls, as Erin Williamson Design did here.
This is the adult version.
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A fall-scented candle is a must, and so are delicate string lights.
Consider this the perfect fall reading corner.
A colony of faux bats blends in perfectly with Lucky Plot 13’s stairway, with its black-and-white theme.
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Design byTimothy Godbold/ Photo byRikki Snyder
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