How to Transition your Home from Summer to Fall Decor
Do you feel the tug of war between the lingering late summer vibes, and the early fall feels? There’s plenty of summer time left, but retailers, social media and marketing campaigns are telling us that Fall is banging down the door. I’m here to give you and share plenty of ideas on how to transition your home from summer to fall, easily, seamlessly and slowly.
These ideas tip toe towards Fall without taking the deep plunge into a pumpkin patch. There are subtle touches you can use in your home to transition into Fall decor, bridging the gap between late summer and Fall harvest season.
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Welcome to Styled 2 Ways – Summer to Fall Transition Edition
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August the Odd Uneven Time
Sylvia Plath said it best, referring to August as the odd uneven time, when the days of Summer begin to dwindle, the air changes, but we haven’t quite been graced by the presence of Fall yet. This in between time is the perfect opportunity to start planning and prepping for the Fall season. I hope these simple ideas inspire the transition from Summer to Fall home decor.
Removing any obvious summer motifs is an easy and simple first step. I start by removing coastal and nutical decor along with any lingering patriotic props from earlier in the season. From there you can use some subtle touches, which start leaning into the Autumnal season.
Use Color to Transition Home Decor from Summer to Fall
Changing out colors in home interiors is an easy way to transition from one season to another. I’m not talking about redecorating your entire house for the upcoming season, but rather adding accents here and there with colors which lean towards autumnal vibes.
Deep Greens
Green is a go to color around here for interior design. Around this time of year deeper and richer greens replace the lighter and brighter greens used during the summertime.
Shades of Brown
Shades of brown are perfect for the Fall season, and bringing out my brown transferware collection is an easy way to start decorating with darker and moodier tones. Brown glassware is an another go to fall decor around here.
Golden & Amber Touches
Gold and amber touches pair well with the browns and deep greens, completing a fall palette. The golden hues are reminiscent of wheat and corn fields which are prime fall motifs.
Other Hues
Although I lean towards browns, deeper greens and golds, there are other colors to consider. Deep reds, aubergine, and subtle rust tones are some other lovely options..
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Add Textures to Transition Home Decor from Summer to Fall
Texturess add warmth and coziness to home interiors. These textural touches evoke the feelings of the seasons as the days start to slowly get cooler and darker.
Blankets, Throws & Swags
Adding blankets and throws at the ready around your home, adds a layer of homey and comfy. This makes for an inviting home interior during this time of year. Vintage ladders make great blanket displays and baskets coral throws in a stylish manner, while casually draped or stacked pieces look fabulous on an ottoman or bench.
Pillows
Seasonal pillows are a super easy way to inject timely accents any time of year. Add more pillows during this time of year amping the cozy factor. Pillows with fall motifs adds even more seasonal warmth.
Linens
Whether for table top, bedding, window treatments or more, linens are a great way to embrace an upcoming season. Use colors and patterns, which evoke the seasonal feels.
Wooden Accents
Natural elements are perfect for the harvest season, making wooden accents ideal. Rustic tones lend themselves to the fall season.
Include Patterns which Transition Home Decor from Summer to Fall
Stylish patterns always improve interior design. Using appropriate patterns for the season accentuates trends and freshness in home interiors.
Plaids
Plaid’s are perfect for the fall season, and incorporating fall leaning colors just amps all the seasonal sensations. Plaid throws, pillows, tablecloths and more evoke the feelings for the season.
Leaf Motifs
“Fall” is coined for the falling leaves. Leaves are the perfect foil for the season in decor, crafts, and entertaining. Natural, faux, paper, fabric leaves can be used in many different ways.
Wood Grain & Bark
Woods, wood grains, wood barks, etc. all add to the natural and rustic feels of the season. Natural and organic decor is always easy to use with any decor aesthetic, blending into different styles.
Inject Seasonal Organics to Transition Home Decor from Summer to Fall
Freshly available organics are an easy option for any given season. Fall is full of many traditional options as well as unique selections.
Produce
Fresh and faux fruits and vegetables are always great seasonal decor options. Apples and pears are great fruit options, while artichokes, eggplants, a deep cabbages are ideal vegetables, before we reach for the gourds, squashes and pumpkins.
Moody Blooms
Flowers and floral decor is a popular decorating option whether real, faux, dried or preserved. Using moody blooms in darker and edgier styles add rustic tones for the season. Dried hydrangeas from our yard are a go to option for me every year, but any dried flower really gives the proper air of moodiness.
Traditional Elements
Every season has it’s own typical natural elements which correspond to the time of year. Before pumpkins and wheat and gourds start popping up there are other elements which can also provide the same effect. Pine cones, feathers, and mushrooms are a great baby step towards the season.
Closing Thoughts
Are you ready for Fall? Fall is my favorite season, and I always welcome it with open arms and enthusiastic anticipation. At the same time, I relish the lazier and longer days of summer, full of family time. The “official” start of Autumn is still over a month away, allowing plenty of time to start with simple tweaks and transition slowly between seasons.
Eventually I will be adding pumpkins, gourds, pine cones, wheat, acorns, etc. throughout our home, but I won’t pull out the Fall big guns until after Labor Day, closer to the true first day of Autumn. I hope these ideas help you transition seamlessly between the seasons. If you enjoy decorating and crafting for the different seasons, you might consider signing up so you don’t miss any new content.
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Shop the Look – Transition from Summer to Fall Home Decor
- Fall Decorative Throw Pillows Covers
- Heritage Hall, Brown & Colors by Johnson Bros, China Dinner Plate
- Spode Woodland 17.5″ Rectangular Serving Platter
- Fall Leaves Garland with Lights: 6Ft Autumn
- Prince of Scots Highland Tweeds Shetland Lambswool Throw
- Plaid Throw Blanket
- Himalayan Candles Tree Bark Candle, 9 oz., Grapefruit Pine (THIS IS MY FAVORITE SCENT!)
- Wooden Dough Bowl Candle 10 Inch
- White Birch Bark Vase with Glass Interior
- Birch Vase with Zinc Interior
- 20pcs Male Pheasant Feather Natural Ringneck Tails Feathers 12-14inch
- 15pcs Natural Turkey Feather, 10-11 Inches
- Primitives by Kathy Mushroom Sitter
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August rain: the best of the summer gone, and the new fall not yet born. The odd uneven time.”
Sylvia Plath
Love it MaryJo! You always have the prettiest styling ideas! ~xo Susan
Thanks sweet friend. I appreciate it. XO- MJ
I love the idea of August being the “uneven time”. In many ways it really is a time when things don’t quite fit for the whole month. I love taking time to ease from one season into another and you have some great ideas. I’ve begun that transition, too, but no obvious depictions of autumn until after Labor Day. Have a lovely week.
Lynne, Thrifting Wonderland
Thanks Lynne. I’m taking it slow this year and lingering in the summer feels, but Fall is my favorite season. Looking forward to seeing your decor as it transitions. XO- MJ
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