Living Room Decorating Ideas Fall Colors

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What Are Fall Colors?

Typically the change of season spurs us on to transform our surroundings. Maybe it's the crisp, cool weather or the basic instinct to prepare for winter hibernation. Whatever the reason, it's the perfect time to pull inspiration from nature.

Rich shades of crimson, gold, eggplant, pumpkin, and umber are the colors of fall and should be your guide to decorating. Use a canvas of subdued fabric colors and finishes to showcase your seasonal color story. We'll share with you the secrets of bringing the warmth of fall into your home for a look that is well suited for this time of the year but is also adaptable for year-round use.

Warm fall colors take the chill out of the house.

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Why Are Fall Colors So Special?

We are extremely attracted to fall colors. It's the time of the year to take in the beauty of the changing leaves. Why do autumn colors make us so happy? There is a scientific explanation based on the notion that people are continually attracted to intense colors to flourish and survive.

Fall is a complete departure from the bright, sunny colors associated with warm weather months. Autumn signifies a shift to subtle earth tones and moody colors that bring a cozy, comfortable look and feel to the home. Neutrals such as browns, beiges, and grays are good choices for walls, although whites can also create a striking backdrop for rich, earthy colors.

Persimmon is a rich fall color that makes the foyer welcoming.

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Where Do Fall Colors Work Best?

Common spaces throughout the house are great for fall colors. For example, if you really want to share the warmth of the season with your guests, begin by injecting earth tones in your entry. It's the space that makes a great first impression and sets the tone for the rest of the house.

Choose a strong color like russet or persimmon to create an unexpected welcome. Using such a dominant color allows you to continue the color throughout or use progressively lighter shades of the same hue as you move from room to room.

This city apartment is decorated in fall shades of brown, cognac, rust and gold.

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How to Introduce Fall Colors Without Paint

If you don't want to make a big color change for the fall, like painting the walls or going full tilt decorating, incorporate a few earth-tone pieces in varying shades. Add throw pillows, decorative accessories, artwork, and secondary upholstered pieces to inject rich fall color into your rooms.

If you do want to use a little paint, try a darker shade on trim, banisters, or stair risers to add contrast and distinction. Pick an accent wall to cover with a textural wallpaper treatment. It will give you the same result as paint and also creates visual interest.

Purple fits in nicely with the variety of autumn hues.

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What Are Good Unconventional Fall Colors?

Purple is a color that transcends seasons. Lighter shades of purple are well suited for spring and summer, but a deep jewel tone is a great choice for fall decorating. Team up dramatic eggplant with spicy orange and brown to create a unique fall palette that looks absolutely stunning.

While bright, emerald, and leaf green colors are well suited for spring and summer, warm greens combine beautifully with traditional fall colors. By blending a warm mossy green with brown, rust, and gold, you can create a room with warmth, depth, and dimension.

Paint stores typically have a salesperson who can help with color consultations.

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Who Can Help with Fall Color Selections?

Choosing fall colors for your home can be the most difficult part of decorating. You may know your style, but selecting the right colors can stop you in your tracks. Working with a color consultant can help you move forward with your fall decor. However, if you don't have the budget to call in a professional, there are other options.

The next best and totally free option is to head to the local paint store and sit down with one of their color specialists to get you going in the right direction. In addition, paint manufacturers now have online color visualizers that let you upload a photo of your room to experiment with hundreds of paint colors. They also offer color-matching apps that take the colors from your room and help you pick coordinating colors.

Start a Conversation!

Linda Chechar (author) from Arizona on October 17, 2018:

Dianna, so good to hear from you. I've done a little fall decorating myself. It really gets one into the season. Glad you liked the article.

Dianna Mendez on October 17, 2018:

I enjoyed your article. I decorated my home this past week and used orange and green as highlights in décor. So glad to read this is a good choice.

Linda Chechar (author) from Arizona on October 12, 2018:

Ethel Smith, the fall season is my favorite time of the year. I'm personally into these rich colors so this article was an easy one to write! Thanks for reading and commenting.

Ethel Smith from Kingston-Upon-Hull on October 12, 2018:

Autumn colours are so warm and inviting. Thanks for an interesting hub on their use around the home Lindacee

Linda Chechar (author) from Arizona on October 10, 2018:

Emmy ali, decorating the home with fall hues will at least make it feel like the season of changing colors. For years, I've lived in deserts and on the coast. I really missed those gorgeous autumn colors. I now live in an area that has some fall color. That makes me happy! So glad you enjoyed the article.

Eman Abdallah Kamel from Egypt on October 10, 2018:

I lived in England for many years to study with my husband. I saw the trees change in autumn, I wondered the beauty of those colors. This change in tree colors does not happen in the autumn in Egypt where I live now. I think when these colors are applied harmoniously at home, it will be so beautiful. Thanks, Linda for this beautiful article.