Give your home a mini-makeover for autumn with new decorative accessories and soft furnishings
Autumn is a time of fallen leaves and turning colours. It's a time of harvest, seeds, nuts, berries and dried grasses. The days are shorter, the evenings are dark, the weather has that winter chill and that time of hibernating begins. Over the autumn months we tend to spend more time at home and this can be the perfect opportunity to give your home interior a mini make over.
Home accessories such as cushions, throws, rugs, wall art and candles can be a simple and inexpensive way to introduce change. It's also worth remembering that accessories can really help in changing the mood and dynamic of a space.
Autumn is about layering not only the clothing you are wearing but your home too and creating warmth and inviting appeal. At this time of year everything should be warmer, richer and lush. Your home needs to be a retreat as the nights draw in and staying in becomes the new going out. For the winter season you'll find luxurious and sensual textures.
Autumn tends to remind us of reds, auburns and beautiful browns and current trends still see these colours at play but try to mix them with deep greens, mauves, metallic's, aubergine's and blues to bring a different touch to your interior this year. For those who want to create an earthy natural feel try to mix these with warmer tones along with the seasons new hot pick colour yellow. It seems that autumn has introduced a new theme and adding a hint of yellow in your home will bring the same feeling you get from the sun. Red is another hot trend colour and can provide that warm feeling that we all tend to crave as the cold weather begins to draw in. The idea this autumn is to create a homely ambience that invokes a sense of warmth along with an earthy feeling.
For those who want to take a more daring approach and introduce bolder patterns there is a shift towards patterns such as hounds tooth, geometric, bold floral, animal and bird prints and lots more this season to offer creative opportunities.
For those who still love neutrals, this autumn sees a move away from beige and leans towards grey. We don't mean lifeless dull grey but really warm grey and silver tones. These can be complemented with bright accent colours of pink, yellow and purples.
This season also sees a revival of traditional crafts such as quilting and patchwork along with Aran style knitted cushions. The country look also proves popular and this season will see delicate floral fabrics teamed up with bold lines to invigorate that country feeling.
If you have had a white crisp summer interior then team up your existing pieces with blues and aquas to create a cool palate. Then add some indulgent textures like natural fabrics and faux fur.
When purchasing home accessories for the bedroom the key is to think warm and cosy. Introduce beautiful cushions in velvets, wool and deep soft silks. Team them with a bed throw for complete winter indulgence and you'll soon find yourself going to bed earlier just to snuggle in your new chic winter retreat.
In the living room add an area rug. It will bring life to your room or hallway and can create a new focal point. Subtly textured woven styles in beige, taupe and chocolate are firm favorites and coordinate easily with a number of interiors. You can also consider adding one to your bedroom nothing feels better than sinking your toes into a deep warm pile when you wake up.
Our contemporary Everest rug is made from 100% wool and this super heavy weight rug oozes style and sophistication.
In the living room also consider introducing a warm accent wall by painting it a different tone or using rich wallpaper, a feature wall will certainly raise your room's temperature.
A floor vase filled with autumn style winter sticks or wispy willow will also give new life to an unused or dark corner.
On the sofa add a beautiful throw that looks warm and inviting. Think about those long evenings when you are snuggling on the couch or relaxing with a book. This throw is bound to be used on lots of occasions so purchase something that really warms the tone of your sofa and has a wonderful soft feeling. Team your throw up with some new scatter cushions and your sofa will have a new lease of life. Almost all of us have reached for a cushion when we are snuggling on the couch, watching TV or relaxing with a book and winter is the perfect excuse to purchase new ones that bring your look together.
Autumn is also a time to consider your home lighting, the nights are darker and longer so introduce some new contemporary lighting to soften your home. Turn off the overhead lights and switch on a side lamp or floor lamp. This is one of the easiest ways to make a room appear more cosy and intimate. Occasional lighting is the way ahead when it comes to creating mood and atmosphere and floor lighting can make great use of unused spaces in the corners of the living and dining room.
The Kyoto arc lamp offers three paper lanterns which really softens the light and creates a sensual glow. This will also complete any Asian inspired interior.
For those who want to achieve a more classic look the Scorpio floor lamp is stunning. This impressive floor lamp is hand crafted from solid hard wood, shaped and finished to compliment any living space. It comes complete with a natural calico coloured shade and telescopic stem fitting so you can adjust tit to offer just the right level of desired lighting.
For the bedroom or side table the Coco tooth lamp is made from slivers of coconut and the soft, orange glow it emits is very soothing and comforting.
Candles are always a nice touch in autumn and can be used in every room of your home. Candles create a warm and lovely glow that awakens the senses and creates a flattering, mellow ambience. They make a perfect alternative to over head lighting and when it's just you and your loved one curled up on the couch they will inject a feeling of romance. The living room is a great place to decorate with candles. Candles look great on top of a coffee table or even displayed on the shelf of a bookcase.
Our set of 3 bamboo candles look visually stunning both lit and unlit. If you don't have a fireplace, it's a great time to get some candles glowing in your home.
Candles also work well in the bathroom. Autumn can be wonderful to indulge in pamper time. Nothing is more soothing than a nice soak in a hot bath to wash away the day with the lights turned off and the flicker of candlelight to help your body and mind unwind. Candles placed around the bathroom can also give it a more luxurious feeling.
Autumn is a time of change so now could be a good time to invest in new fluffy and oversized bath sheets in a warm tone. Extra soft, high quality, heavy weight organic cotton towels can add a great look to your bathroom. Strong bold colours can give an entirely new look and feel to the room. Our Organic Espresso bath towels are definitely worth considering. Pop your new towels on the towel heater and when you step out engulf yourself in warmth and softness.
With a little time, creativity and vision a lot can be achieved in your home this autumn. Browse our extensive range or bedding, rugs and soft furnishings to help you achieve a beautiful warm retreat.
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