Warm Accents for the Cool Season: Refreshing your Home for Fall

When the temperature starts to drop, a lot of people get a little down because they know the time is coming to shut the windows, turn on the heat, and essentially hibernate for the winter. A lot of homeowners subscribe to the belief that freshening up the home is a springtime activity, but we disagree. You're going to be spending a lot of time indoors once it gets cool, so why not embrace the season and create a lively environment you in which you enjoy cozying up? You don't have to make any big changes, but a few adjustments can make your home a whole lot warmer – in both temperature and atmosphere.

Autumnal Color Pairings

Maybe you're looking to do a fresh coat of paint in the living area, or maybe you just want some new throw pillows for the couch. Either way, fall brings about some of the warmest and most beautiful color pairings. While autumn is reminiscent of brown, maroon, and golden yellow, those aren't your only options. Try for rich jewel tones, like sapphire blue, which you can pair with a bright orange for a colorful but still warm atmosphere. Aqua-green is also very trendy this season, and it pairs very nicely with navy and brown as well. If you're more into red tones, try doing a ruby red with a dark purple! You can incorporate these colors with an accent wall, accessories like lamps and photo frames, throw pillows and blankets, and even art – get creative.

Warm Textures

Don't be afraid to cozy up to some new textures this season. Swap out your linen and canvas for chunky knit blankets and suede throw pillows – you'll be surprised just how quickly they can warm up a room. Cashmere is another option, as it looks great on the couch and is super comfy on a cold day. Dark metals, like wrought iron, antique gold, and pewter, are very autumnal and very trendy right now. Try incorporating them in your fixtures and accessories.

Window Treatments

There's nothing worse than a drafty window, so keep that cold weather where it belongs: outside! Decorating your rooms with heavy drapes in the aforementioned color tones will not only warm up your room visually, but physically as well. For an even more efficient option, you could incorporate interior shutters to help trap heat in your home and keep the draft out, while still opening up to let sunlight in during the day. Try a deep cherry wood to accent the rest of the colors throughout the home.