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Fall Decorating

We know many of you are pretty excited to be sending off summer this weekend and diving headlong into fall. This particular change in seasons tends to be a popular one: temperate weather combined with changing leaves, pumpkins, apple cider…what’s not to like? And for that matter…jeans, sweaters. Boots! Some very good things are on the horizon.

A change in seasons outside often prompts change inside also. As we do in the spring, fall is a good time to freshen things up in your home. For many of us, we’ve spent the last several months enjoying the outdoors, running around to activities and avoiding our kitchens. Now is a good time to give your interior some love…if you’re here in the Midwest like us, you’ll be spending a lot of time together over the next months.

Here are some tips from us on bringing all those cozy fall vibes indoors:

1. Swap out lightweight wovens for heavier fabrics

Seasonal changes don’t need to be drastic. Start with pillows and throws. Pack away anything linen or light cotton, and substitute with flannel, velvet or wool. This is the time for those chunky blankets. You can even start digging into the faux fur ones, if you’re ready for that.

2. Think in warmer, earthier tones

Have a small rug in a lighter tone? Roll it up for spring and replace with one featuring more rusts, brown. You can even shelve some of your lighter tone books, and pull out display books for your cocktail tables and entryway that mirror fall colors. Use leather accessories plentifully to add richness and depth.

3. Add candles, branches and leaves

We’ll do a deeper dive on candles and the power of scent in the coming weeks…it’s a long season. But for now, start off by swapping out lighter, fresher floral scents with those a little muskier, woodsier. Store rattan or white candle holders and exchange for wood and brass.

Are you on board with replacing some of your fresh florals with faux botanicals, per our post last month? This is the time to invest in leaves and branches that can take you all the way to spring. Swap out glass vases for terracotta or black.