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This post is all about how to transition from summer to fall decor.
As the end of August approaches, there is a feeling of change and transition in the air.
Kids are going back to school, the warm weather is starting to cool off, and our seasonal decor is starting to make its way back into our homes.
It is never too early to begin transitioning your home’s decor from summer to fall, and it doesn’t have to be overwhelming, either.
Follow these simple steps to effortlessly transition your summer to fall decor one step at a time.
Transition your summer to fall decor with these simple tips
1. Adjust the color palette
Summer brings a soft and neutral color palette with creams and whites. Whereas fall brings a richer tone. You can still maintain your neutral color scheme, but add in some darker shades, such as browns, burnt oranges, and burgundy.
This will warm up your space making it feel cozy, just like the fall weather. I recommend bringing these colors in through throw pillows, floral stems, vases, and other decorative objects.
2. Add texture
Adding texture gives your space dimension. Swap out summer linens and lightweight fabrics for chunky knit blankets that you can drape across a chair or bed.
Also, swap out your area rug for a woven fiber rug that you can layer with a vintage or statement rug on top of it. Or bring in velvet, faux fur, and boucle textures on your throw pillows.
Here are some great options to bring in those fall textures. This chunky knit throw blanket from Amazon is so cozy and adds depth to any sofa, chair, bench, or bed.
The faux fur throw pillow covers bring in softness. The great thing with throw pillow covers is that you can easily swap them in and out for the seasons. All you have to do is make sure you buy throw pillow covers with zippers, unzip them, take the cover off, and swap it for a new one.
This is such an easy way to effortlessly transition from summer to fall decor.
3. Swap out floral arrangements
Fall has beautiful foliage in nature. Replace your florals and full greenery with dried stems, pampas grass, eucalyptus, mums, or branches.
If you aren’t able to use items from nature, there are so many great faux stems and garland options you can use as well.
These burgundy faux stems from Amazon are so beautiful! The color screams fall, and they are so natural looking. You can pair these faux stems with a vase on your entry table, coffee table, end table, kitchen island, or dining table.
This is a great way to bring in that fall foliage and also bring in that new fall color palette for the season.
4. Switch scents
The smell of any room can really change the whole mood. Use scents that have more of a woodsy or richer smell instead of the fresh, clean linen and floral scents of summer.
Some great fall scents to incorporate are anything mahogany, apple, pumpkin, clove, amber, or sandalwood.
Read this post to learn even more about the Best Fall Scents For A Cozy Home.
This fall candle from Target not only has a beautiful scent, but it also comes in a beautiful glass amber vessel. Add this candle to any space in your home where you are looking for that extra warmth and fall aroma.
5. Create a mood with lighting
During the fall season, if you really want those cozy, moody vibes, don’t use any overhead lighting, but instead turn on lamps, sconces, or light candles. Doing this will give you the warm glow like the fall sunsets.
These options below are great ways to incorporate that mood lighting. The pleated table lamp from Amazon is the perfect size for a small space, and it won’t take up much room. The Amazon flameless candles still give you that beautiful glow without having to burn a candle. These candles flicker just like a real candle, and the amber colored vessel they come in adds even more of a glow.
6. Incorporate warm metal finishes
Use warm metal finishes such as brass or copper within your home decor. A great way to add these finishes is through candlestick holders, lamps, and other decorative objects.
The brass taper candle holders from Amazon are perfect for fireplace mantels, coffee tables, or entry ways. They add a bit of warmth to your fall decor.
These small, brass pumpkins from Target are so cute! You can add these to any table, disperse them throughout garland, or group them together. You really can’t go wrong with these.
7. Edit decorative objects
Incorporate decorative objects such as pumpkins, darker wood-toned bowls, stone trays, amber glass, woven baskets, and a fall wreath.
Remember, you don’t always have to buy new. Unique vintage finds from thrifting are perfect to add to your fall decor. These small swaps make a big impact.
These Amazon finds are perfect to incorporate into your fall decor this season. The faux wreath is a great neutral and will go with any fall color palette, the glass amber colored pumpkins give you a warm pop of color, and the natural textures of the stone tray and mango wood bowl bring in texture and depth to your space.
You can place a candle and snuffer on the marble tray, and in the mango bowl, you can leave it empty or add moss balls or potpourri to it. Adding potpourri is a great way to incorporate the smell of fall.
Happy fall decorating!
