Dreamy fall kitchen Decor Without The Stress
Bye summer! If you are as totally over that summer sweat as I am, you’re ready to jump into the wonderful, warm and cozy atmosphere of fall. It’s high time to shed the endless heat of the summer, and embrace all things autumn.
We might not be able to don our favorite sweaters just yet, be we can certainly start getting into the season by switching out our summer to fall kitchen decor for an instant seasonal makeover.
We fancy here at Color Caravan, but we’re also a tad bit lazy. So we’re going to make this kitchen makeover quick and easy by walking you through the same step-by-step process designers use to create a curated, elegant fall look for their top clients.
Fall Kitchen Decor: A designer tested step-by-step process
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1. Choose A Theme
It may sound obvious, but when planning your dream fall kitchen glow-up, the first step to styling your space is to pick a seasonal theme. Your theme will guide your process, keep you on track and you’ll end up with a beautiful, cohesive look. Some simple and easy fall decor themes are things like colorful autumn leaves, deep-hued florals, garlands, fruits, pumpkins and textures to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Start by picking one main element to guide your theme. Will you go with fall leaves, and decorate with lush, autumnal garlands? Or an adorable pumpkin theme with a table layered with colorful pumpkins and gourds in fun shapes and sizes? Sticking to one element will help your fall kitchen decor look curated instead of cluttered.
Fall Foliage
There’s nothing prettier than when the temperatures finally cool, and the trees and foliage start to turn into beautiful ambers, vibrant yellows, and deep, luxurious plums and purples. Bring some of nature’s elegance indoors and layer your fall kitchen decor with seasonal garlands draped over doors and windows, or laid elegantly across your kitchen island for a festive feel.
Faux Pumpkin Patch Garland
Soft pastel blues, historical greens, and creamy whites are layered with faux pinecones, berries, and beautiful fall leaves to give a delightful accent to your fall kitchen decor.
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Handcrafted Lit Maple Pumpkin Wreath & Garland
Bring beautiful fall colors into your home with abundant golden maple leaves, delicate green oak leaves, and tiny bejeweled pumpkins tucked along with mini LED lights to cast a charming warm glow at night.
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Faux Magnolia Leaf Garland
Deep forest greens and woodsy warm brows add a handsome fall feel over doorways, windows, and mantels. A built-in pliable wire makes it easy to create a gorgeous natural drape.
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Pumpkins and Gourds
A charming pumpkin theme is an adorable and timeless fall motif. Take a trip to your local pumpkin patch and grab a basket full of pumpkins and gourds in all shapes, colors, and sizes to layer your kitchen island, trim over your vent hood, and accent your kitchen table.
Dover White Ceramic Pumpkin
Chic, minimal and sophisticated, the Dover white ceramic pumpkins add height, shape, and texture without the fuss. These hand-glazed stoneware pumpkins have an artisanal look and are a designer fall favorite.
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Handcrafted Terracotta Pumpkins
Handcrafted red clay pumpkins and gourds are glazed with a tonal yet durable enamel to let the warmth of the red clay peek through. Get double duty and place these modern rustic pumpkins and gourds indoors or outdoors for a fresh fall front porch look.
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2. Creative Seasonal Color Palettes
Warm ambers, vibrant yellows, muted greens paired with dusty blues, and hints of deep purples and reds transform our homes into cozy and rich environments. When choosing a color palette to pair with your theme, less is more. Try selecting one main color, and adding 1-2 complimentary colors to create a tailored, and sophisticated fall look.
If you need a little help selecting your fall color palette, Canva has a fun color palette tool that generates seamless color palettes in seconds. You can even upload your favorite fall inspiration photo and it will generate a color palette to match!
Amber Oranges and Mustard Yellows
Glowing oranges and intense yellows are a match made in heaven. Add pops of color around your kitchen for a lively fall feel.
Faux Oversized Autumn Aspen Tree Branch
Fiery reds, oranges and yellows make a grand statement in your favorite fall vase. Lifelike brankes contain pliable wires to recreate Mother Nature herself.
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Dried Standing Wheat Bundle
Bring the harvest home with a farmhouse feel. This beautiful bundled spray of dried wheat can add height to your kitchen island centerpiece, or be used as a stand alone object on countertops and bookends.
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Autumn Brush Trees
Accent your kitchen countertops or kitchen island display with a nostalgic touch. These sisal brush trees come as a set of six in various heights and beautiful aumnt colors.
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Historic Blues and Greens
Soothing muted blues and soft greens create a relaxing fall atmosphere with a traditional touch. Adding greens brings in a calming natural tone, paired with dusty or deeper blues for a soothing yet masculine touch.
Recycled Glass Jar Vases
Add a vintage accent with recycled glass jar vases handmade in Spain. Each vase is unique for a European touch.
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Simone Marbleized Stoneware Serving Platter
No two pieces are alike with the artisanal Simone stoneware collection. Hand-marbled glazed ceramic patterns add a modern, yet soft colorful touch to your fall kitchen decor. Use these serving plates to dress your table, or accent your kitchen island centerpiece.
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Le Creuset ® 4-Qt. Thyme Pumpkin Cocotte
This sophisticated yet adorable pumpkin cocotte will fill your kitchen with delicious seasonal scents and do double duty as a stylish fall decor accent on your stove top or counter.
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Deep Purples & Reds
Romantic violets, deep plums, wine reds and inky purples give a luxurious drama and handsome feel to your fall kitchen decor. Using these colors will add a rich and cozy atmosphere. Accent with hints of gold or champagnes for a truly regal feel.
Vista Alegre Color Drop Small Bud Crystal Vase
Decorate your kitchen with a gorgeous graceful bulb vase to display small sprays or single bloom fresh seasonal flowers, or as a stand alone colorful accent.
Williams Sonoma
Faux Mixed Floral Bundle
Decorate your kitchen with a gorgeous graceful bulb vase to display small sprays or single bloom fresh seasonal flowers, or as a stand alone colorful accent.
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Pheasant Feather Wreath
Rich and luxurious pomegranates and pheasant feathers are woven with stalks of millet flax and club wheat for a gorgeous autumnal harvest wreath. Hang over doorways, on your wall, or set on your table and add candles for a beautiful and dramatic centerpieces.
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3. Create a Focal point
Beautiful kitchen decor all comes down to a few simple styling tricks. When decorating your kitchen for fall, the power of simplicity can make a big statement without breaking the budge. One large decorative item, strategically placed, can transform the entire space without overwhelming it.
Consider a simple, oversized vase, or an artfully crafted floral arrangement that will draw the eye when entering the room. By opting for one visually striking item, it will not only reduce physical countertop clutter, but also visual clutter.
Another easy trick is to group items in sets of 3’s. By grouping items with varying heights, textures, and colors, you introduce depth and visual interest. A trio of differently sized vases with fresh flowers or a collection of your best beautiful bowls can add an artistic flair. The key is to strike a balance, ensuring the items complement one another while making a collective statement. This method not only maximizes the visual impact of each item but also creates a curated, cohesive display.
Fall Inspired Kitchen Island Centerpieces
One of the first steps in building your kitchen island centerpiece to think about how you can create visual impact. Consider your room, the shape, and colors. Do you have a high ceiling? If so, you’ll probably want to add a some height to your centerpiece design. You can do this by adding a large vase with flowering branches. If you have a low ceiling, consider grouping lower items of various heights, maybe set your fall. kitchen decor upon a tray or tiered with a stack of books. Consider incorporating existing kitchen decor and select items that flow with your fall theme and colors.
Fall in Love Live Wooden Log Live Centerpiece
Make life easy and add a ready-to-go birch log centerpiece full with mini pumpkins, faux autumnal leaves, and seasonal berries with touches of fresh boxwood and fragrant eucalyptus for a fresh fall feel.
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Fall in Love Live Wooden Log Live Centerpiece
Elevate your kitchen table or island with a handcrafted arrangement featuring air-dried blooms, faux pumpkins, berries, and fresh salal.
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White Fall Pumpkin Centerpiece
Hand-assembed with fresh noble fir, western red cedar, spruce cones, faux white pumpkins, and pepper berries, this sophisticated fall arrangement comes in a stylish ceramic pumpkin container for a finishes fall look.
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4. Dress The Table
It’s that time of year to pull out your favorite fal dishes and family pieces. Get creative and dress your kitchen table with luxurious linens, delicate glassware and seasonal serving ware. The richness of fall is a time where more really is more. Layer your table with silverware, chargers, and more.
Montecito Plaid Acrylic Table Throw
Throw this Victorian-era inspired plaid over your table for an instant fall upgrade. The mustard yellows, soft grays, and amber browns set a warm and cozy tone to yur fall kitchen decor.
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Catherine Martin Starry Night Wine Glasses
Hand painted soda glass with golden stems add just the right amount of sophisticated sparkle to an enchanting table setting.
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Antler Napkin Rings
Rustic yet handsome, these antiqued brass antler napkin rigs add a regal and elegant touch to yur fall kitchen table .
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