This year’s simple fall decorating in the living room features pale pumpkins and faded rusts and greens to create a subtle autumn color palette.
Fall. The season of cozy. And probably my favorite!
I mean, who doesn’t like cozy pillows and throws, falling leaves, and yummy soups and pumpkin lattes? There is such a special feeling in this season. It’s the start of football. And school. And of course, sweater and boot weather!
(Well, not quite yet here, but I’m hopeful! 😉 )
If you came here from my friend Jenna at Jenna Kate at Home, welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
Every year, I’m excited to start my fall decorating. Last week I started with the kitchen and finished the mantel, and this week, I’m continuing with a complete tour of the living and dining rooms all decked out for the season!
Of course, I say ‘all decked out’ but as is typical, both rooms are full of simple fall decorating ideas. I love to decorate for the season, but I’m not one to go too crazy. 😉
My subtle autumn palette consists of pale greens, faded rusts, leaves and branches, and seasonal florals.
If you saw my mantel decor last week, then you know I’m going for a slightly muted take on traditional fall colors.
Cream textured linen, combined with brown and faded green velvet pillows create a pretty palette on the sofa.
On the coffee table I frequently have flowers, but this year I changed it up with faux olive branches. I’ve wanted some olive branches for awhile now, and I love how real these look! They’re in a rustic white vase creating a vignette with a copper votive and a pale green Jarrahdale pumpkin.
The ‘Gather’ pillow is an old one from Pottery Barn, but a favorite. But I found some here and here on Ebay! They also have this Thankful pillow this year, and there are a few more similar options below. I love the messaging of gratefulness that the season brings!
And of course, I had to add some seasonal florals somewhere! This year I created a floral arrangement with white hydrangeas and fall florals on the console table. Combined with my favorite brass candlesticks, this simple vignette says fall in a natural way.
In the dining room, I piled up some baby boos and white Casper pumpkins in a white marble bowl for a simple but strong statement on the dining table.
On the sideboard, a chunky basket sits with some faux oak leaf branches and more brass candleholders. Brass is one of my favorite elements to add in the fall!
I hope this gave you some inspiration for simple fall decorating in your own home!
With a few pumpkins, some branches (faux or live), and maybe a cozy fall pillow or two, you can create a subtle but beautiful nod to the season with very little effort!
To shop of some of what I featured here, click on any of the photos below!
Simple Fall Decorating Resources
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Be sure to visit Brendt at She Gave it a Go next, and then go on to all of my friends’ tours and their beautiful fall inspiration below!
If you enjoyed this post, be sure to check out some of my other fall decorating posts below for more inspiration!
Simple Autumn Decorating Ideas in the Family Room
Easy & Elegant Fall Mantel in Soft Autumn Shades
Traditional Fall Porch Decor
Simple Fall Kitchen Decor Ideas
Danielle says
Love all your soft elegant decor, Sheila. Simply beautiful!
Sheila says
Thank you so much Danielle!
Happy fall to you! 🙂
Sheila
xo
Jenn says
So elegant! Love your bowl of mini pumpkins. Wishing you and your family a very happy fall!
Sheila says
Thanks so much Jenn! Happy fall to you too!
Sheila
Sarah Symonds says
It looks just stunning my friend!
Sheila says
Thanks so much Sarah!
Happy fall to you!
Sheila
xo
Annette says
So beautiful! Can you please share where the silver toned birds on your coffee table are from? Thank you!
Sheila says
Hi and thank you Annette! Those are actually brass, and they’re vintage. I got them at an antique store.
Thanks for stopping by!
Sheila
Krista says
So pretty, Sheila! Warm, welcoming, soft and pretty! Thanks for being part of this series!
Sheila says
Thanks so much Krista! Thank you for having me and Happy Fall to you!
Sheila
xo
Brendt Blanks says
Sheila,
Everything looks so lovely friend!
The pumpkin sitting atop your coffee table looks so pretty simply on it’s own.
Your colors, textures…everything is so well done.
I enjoyed being on this tour with you!
Happy Fall!
xoxo,
Brendt
Sheila says
Aww that is so kind – thank you Brendt! Wishing you a happy fall!
Sheila
xo