Tips For Your Autumn Refresh

Autumn florals 

Capturing the style of dried bouquets and pressed flowers, autumn floral patterns in interior design bring a warm and cosy atmosphere to interiors, evoking the richness of this most beautiful of seasons. These botanical patterns typically incorporate earthy tones like deep oranges, burgundies, golden yellows, and muted greens, reflecting the colours of falling leaves and seasonal blooms like chrysanthemums and dahlias and can be enjoyed via curtains, roller blinds and other soft furnishings including lamp shades and cushions. 

Autumn-inspired floral motifs often feature more rustic and natural shapes, with vines, berries, and foliage creating a sense of organic elegance. Whether used on upholstery, curtains, or accent pillows, these designs add texture and warmth, making spaces feel inviting as the weather cools. They blend well with natural materials like wood and woven fabrics, enhancing the seasonal ambiance so consider layering your windows this autumn with floral curtains and sleek wooden blinds for an organic flourish.

Scallop shapes

While not historically associated with the season, scallop shapes are becoming a popular choice for many stylish homes this autumn so it’s certainly worth looking at them! 

Scallop-shaped soft fabrics add a touch of elegance and whimsy to modern spaces. These fabrics, often used in upholstery, window furnishings, or decorative curtains, feature gently curved, wave-like edges reminiscent of the delicate shells of scallops. The scallop pattern brings a soft, romantic texture to any room, complementing both classic and contemporary decor styles. 

When combined with plush materials like velvet, silk, or linen, scallop-shaped fabrics create a sense of movement and fluidity, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and comfort of living rooms, bedrooms, or even cosy nooks. Their subtle, undulating forms introduce a dynamic yet harmonious visual interest that can transform a space into a sophisticated and inviting retreat.

Cosy colours

Autumn is often best recognised for its unique colours. The rusty oranges, reddish auburn browns and evergreen foliage harmonise into a colour palette that’s unique to the season and celebrated around the world. As a result, there is a wealth of stylish colour combinations for you to draw inspiration from for your autumn decor.

The core of any autumn inspired decor has to be warm earth tones. Heavy terracotta, burnt orange or warming ochre woollen curtains or Roman blinds are well known for making a home feel cosy and comfortable, which is perfect for battling the cold. That said, they aren’t the only colours you can enjoy in your autumn decor. 

Deep berry reds such as cranberry, plum, and burgundy, while often seen as somewhat Christmassy, are also fabulous choices for autumn interiors. For best results, we recommend using rich reds sparingly so look to cushions and lamp shades for these punchy details. Moreover look to natural shades of green with pops of mustard yellow for an optimistic space. These colours work beautifully together or separately, blending the warm tones of falling leaves with the richness of evergreen trees. Both hues can add depth and dimension to your window treatments while creating a calming, autumn-inspired vibe.

Woodland inspiration

Beyond the floral prints, nature provides plenty of additional inspiration which is ideal for autumn interior design. Where summer may make us think about bugs and spring about lambs and baby critters, autumn is synonymous with animals of the moors and the forest.

In autumn, we think about noble stags, wise owls and nimble hares and these creatures are perfect for celebrating in seasonal interior design. 

Woodland animal patterns bring a touch of nature and whimsy into homes. They can be easily incorporated through wallpaper, curtains and blinds, or decorative accents, creating a cosy, rustic atmosphere that evokes the tranquillity of the outdoors. Woodland animal motifs are versatile, working well in children’s rooms, nurseries, or as subtle accents in living spaces. Their earthy colours and natural themes blend beautifully with neutral palettes, creating a warm, inviting environment wherever you enjoy it in your home!

Prepare for winter 

While we’ve covered some fashionable autumnal trends, it’s also important to consider the practical steps you can take to make both autumn and winter as pleasant as possible in your home. 

While the temperature is dropping, there is still time to improve the thermal efficiency of your living spaces before it gets really cold. By investing in thermal blinds, or a thermal lined curtain, you can minimise the heat that escapes via your windows helping you to stay cosy while reducing energy costs. 

For more information about the best ways to maximise your home’s appeal and functionality read our recent How To Prep Your Home For Winter blog.

Autumn is the perfect time to refresh your home. Whether your aim is to craft a stylish seasonal space, or protect yourself better from the cold, now is the time to act. Learning which products are available via express delivery has also never been easier, simply click the button on the left of the product pages to see your Next Day and Fastrack options and prepare for the cold by minimising the time required to wait for your order to arrive!