Still trying to put together that perfect fall centerpiece? No worries… We have the tips to help you create a beautifully festive, fall-themed tablescape that’ll leave your houseguests begging for your home decor advice.

Take Note of What’s in Stock

Who says you’ve got to buy everything brand new? Sometimes reusing or repurposing pieces can allow you the budget to purchase other pieces you want and create the overall look you want, while staying within a budget. Take inventory of what you have. Maybe you’ve got some old candlesticks or greenery you’ve used on your door or mantle.. Pull ‘em out! Try roaming around the house or storage with “fresh eyes,” and look at what you have in a new perspective–how can these items be reimagined to match your new fall theme? Making use of old items you have around the house gives you a layered look full of character and creativity.

Bring the Outdoors…Indoors

This is easy and fun. Plus, fall time is the best time to get outside and do some exploring–especially if you have kids! Cut some seasonal flowers –like mums or hydrangeas– and a little greenery–like leaves or even succulents. Consider throwing in some fall colored leaves and branches to give you more of a rustic look! A little greenery accented with berries, at each place setting can add a nice touch as well, helping to bring everything together. Adding this natural, seasonal layer makes your guests feel cozy.

Incorporate Patterns & Colors

This may seem to stray for the ordinary rule of thumb, but mixing colors and patterns can be a lot of fun and adding that extra texture and flair to your table can give it that “wow” factor. Consider mixing some fun, fall-colored plaids with a buffalo check or striped cloth napkins. You’ll be surprised at how well the colors play off each other. Just make sure all the colors in your patterned fabrics match your overall scheme. Keep your flatware simple, with a bright white or cream, so your mixed patterns and colors will really pop. Don’t be afraid to go bold here with your colors. The holidays are a perfect excuse to take it up a notch. When in doubt… add a little white to soften any visual clutter.

Mix Metals, Textures and Colors

We often hear it’s best to stick with one metal tone, like gold, silver or bronze. But, we’re here to tell you times have changed. Mixing metals like rose gold and silver, bronze and gold or even gold and silver just adds another layer of color and texture to a tablescape. To ensure these opposites work well together and produce the right proportions, consider using cutlery in one finish, with candlesticks or decorative centerpiece bowls in a different finish.

Use Your Centerpiece As Your Anchor

The centerpiece is what will help to anchor your entire look together. Make sure you have a general idea of how much space each of your place settings will take up. Then, begin to pull in all the bits and pieces we’ve discussed–pops of color, mixed patterns and metals, natural fall elements and those reimagined pieces you’ve gathered from around the house.

If you have a larger element, like a decorative bowl or candle holder, don’t feel like it has to be dead center, consider off-setting it with some other seasonal accents to create a dynamic look.

Add Personalized Details

If you’ve invited someone over, you want them to feel the warmth of your home. We can all agree it’s heartwarming to feel someone went the extra mile to make you feel at home. So, don’t limit things like flowers to the middle of the table. Consider giving each guest their own arrangement, making each place setting similar, but different. It makes your table look full. And, your guests feel special. An elegant, yet simple way to assign seating for large dinner parties is to place a seasonal leaf at each setting, adding your guests names to each with a white or gold paint pen.

It’s that time of year again…Time to cozy up on the couch with your main squeeze or favorite four-legged friend with a warm cup of cocoa or pumpkin spice latte, the fireplace lit and a snuggly blanket to keep you warm. Autumn is one of our absolute favorite times of the year–the beautiful fall colors, falling leaves and cooler weather inspire us to create warm welcoming spaces. And, we’d love to share a few of those inspirations with you.

Get Cozy & Snuggle Up

One way to warm up your home and create that calm environment for guests is through color: warm colors throughout your home create a warm feeling from the inside out. Consider swapping out your bright summer colors for slightly muted, jewel tones, like amethyst, sapphire, emerald or a deep crimson red. These colors mimic those we see outside this time of year and are easy to transition to winter when it comes along.

Consider also setting the mood by switching up the lighting in your entertaining rooms or sitting areas. Use soft light from dimmable bulbs or candles. Arrange candles together on a tray in assorted heights and sizes to create a eye-catching centerpiece, and light them as the sun starts to set. Not a fan of candles? Consider rustic, wrought iron lanterns paired with fall flowers to create a beautiful arrangement.

Don’t forget to play on the yummy, welcoming fall scents in the air, like burning leaves, apple or pecan pies in the oven and pumpkins. If you’re already buying/transitioning to candles for the mood, consider purchasing some of those with scents of spicy and sweet fruit, cinnamon apples or pumpkin. Got a cozy fireplace? Bringing in some wood to prep for the cooler months ahead helps bring in some of those fall-feels as well.

Don’t Be Afraid to Stray from Orange

Fall does not have to be all about bright orange pumpkins and yellow mums. The essence of welcoming the fall season into your home should be about bringing in warmth and coziness! Try deep cyan shades, like cerulean and midnight green. Don’t be afraid to display a lot of white, and maybe add a touch of plaid! Undertones and textures of natural wood can bring a subtle peace and earthiness to a room – consider a few touches for fall, even if you don’t like a rustic look all year long.

Bring Nature In / Natural Elements

Most of fall’s true beauty comes from the natural elements that surround us this time of year… Take advantage of nature’s colors and textures and bring the nature inside. Fill glass containers, vases or decorative bowls and wooden boxes with acorns, pine cones, and leaves and branches of all shades and sizes. These elements also create intriguing coffee table and mantel decorations. You can also adorn your hearth with a stack of birch wood or seasonal pumpkins, gourds to arrange on a dining room table.

Swap Out Fabrics

Switching out your light, summer linens and for heavier, fall linens like wool or flannel throw blankets and pillows with warm, jewel tones create the ultimate snuggle feel. Swap out flowy, cotton fabrics for velvets, knits, and softer materials on pillow cases, draperies, throw blankets, and rugs. Fabrics like these will make you and your guests want to get cozy and exude that welcoming feeling of warmth. You can also mimic these fabric changes on your drapery as well. Trade out any light and airy window treatments for some that offer more insulation and a natural coziness.

Another fun way to fall-up your space is to layer rugs with warm tones or faux-fur. Consider layering with two complementing patterns as well. Either look works beautifully.

Change Out Table Decor

Interchanging tablescapes as the seasons flow is a great way to embrace seasonal vibes. Complement your dining table or the corner of the kitchen bartop with seasonally themed pieces. We have some beautiful candles, bowls, wooden and ceramic art pieces at Enjolé. Using pieces from nature or even seasonal fruits like apples, pears or berries can also be a great, low-cost centerpiece. Add metallic chargers for an upscale affair.

And for any finishing touch, we say more candles! Buy candles in varying shapes and sizes, but stay away from mixing too many colors. We often suggest a nice flameless candle so you can enjoy the light and warmth anytime without the mess and risk. LightLi is our favorite brand of flameless LED candles, and we offer them at Enjolé, starting at $32.50. They even include the option of remote control! 

If you’re transitioning your home for fall on your own, we would love to help you find some special pieces from our multi-floor array of furniture, home decor and gift accessories on our Main Street storefront.  And our Readers Choice Awards Platinum Winner for Best Interior Design team of interior designers is here to help you transition your home with confidence and not a finger lifted!