Pillows & Throws

If you have bright summer decor in your Living and Family Room spaces, it’s time to pack them away and bring in shades with richer, “earthy” undertones. Trade out those crips orange colors for rust and burnt orange, and grassy greens get a little saturated in first and evergreen tones. Draping a cozy throw on the arm of a sofa or end of a chaise is an invitation to cozy up with a book and a cup of tea.

Pumpkins

Now is the time to store the bowls of citrus fruits from summer and bring out the pumpkins and branches. Pumpkins bring that Fall feeling all the way from the first day of school to the end of the Thanksgiving holiday. If you don’t have access to fresh pumpkins just yet, get to your local craft store or discounter and stock up on the faux options- now is the time, before they’re sold out. Teal is a beautiful color to add to fall decor and is a great summer to fall transition color. Do you know about the Teal Pumpkin Project? Set out a teal pumpkin on Halloween to alert trick-or-treaters that you have peanut-free candy options. This lets all kids and grown ups, enjoy Halloween.

Botanicals

It wouldn't feel like Fall without the beauty of changing leaves. And guess what? You can add a pop of autumn bliss by stepping outside! Cut branches from bushes, trees and shrubs make for a beautiful Indian Summer arrangement. Plain branches can be used as well to provide that change of seasons vibe. Pussy Willow branches are exceptional when your local seasons may not change early in the Fall like some areas.

Runners

Switching out a runner in an entry or kitchen area is a great way to add fall colors to your decor. Brush off and store that summer rug, and bring in texture and style that you can roll up and store in a small place. Take into consideration the surrounding decor, and make sure the runner doesn’t clash with the existing style. If you have warm neutrals, the rusts and browns with a touch of gold can be stunning. If your kitchen is bright white, but has wood floors, you’re safe with almost any fall tone. Blue and green rooms look amazing with the golds and intense burgundies and persimmon colors.

Summer to Fall decor transition is a fun way to bring in the holiday season. Small changes in accent colors make a big impact and can provide a sense of celebration as the weather changes. Pillows, throws, botanicals, and area rugs are small changes that make a space feel ready to embrace the cooler weather, no matter how long it takes to change in your region!