Fall Decorating Ideas: How to Welcome the Season With All 5 Senses

In this post: One of the best places to seek inspiration for fall decorating ideas is to think about how the season makes an impact on all five of the senses.⇒

Fall is definitely the most sensuous of the seasons!

I’m not talking about in a romantic sense, but rather it tends to engage all five of our senses. We all know what autumn tastes like and smells like. And so when thinking about fall decorating ideas, it helps to look at the season’s impact on each of the senses.

I’m delighted to be joining a wonderful group of bloggers today for the Fall Decor Tips Home Tour.

Given that my approach to fall decor is centered on the senses, I’ve grouped my tips exactly that way. Let’s take a look…

1. Sight

No doubt the most obvious of the senses impacted by decorating, the visual aspect is the first thing we think of when bringing fall into our homes. My first tip for decorating your home for fall is to think outside the traditional color box.

Your home doesn’t have to be decorated in oranges and golds to be dressed appropriately for the season. If your style leans more neutral, why not try mixing shades of brown with soft blush and ivory? Throw in some copper and you’re channeling fall without betraying your design sense.

(For sources on this tablescape, please visit the original post HERE.)

If you feel obligated to use traditional colors, try adding in a surprise touch of pink or coral to add uniqueness and interest. It adds a whole new layer to the look that communicates your individual style.

(See sources HERE.)

Consider the unusual contrast of rich darks with soft pastels. The deep burgundy works beautifully with pale pink. The imagery is unmistakably fall but the palette is all its own.

(See sources HERE.)

2. Smell

Have you ever walked past a shop in the mall and been hit with the delightful aromas of fall wafting out the door? For me this is a true pleasure that is unique to fall. A touch of spice imparts warmth and it’s one of the things that makes fall feel so homey.

Fall potpourri is both pretty to display and will add the lovely aromas of fall to your home. Decorating a home is not just about the visual and adding this treat to your sense of smell will help any room feel ready for fall.

Shop fall potpourri: Pumpkin Woods, Spiced Chestnut, Autumn Harvest, Pumpkin Spice

*This post includes some affiliate links for your convenience.

Scented candles are another option for adding both fall color and aroma. Pumpkin and acorn fillers are often seasonally scented, as well.

To buy: Caramel apple spice, Cinnamon orange, Pumpkin spice, Pumpkin acorn filler

3. Taste

I love to decorate with food and my key fall tip is to think beyond pumpkins. Whether using real food or faux decorative objects, harvest foods can add a note of fall to any room.

These gorgeous velvet pomegranates are from Hot Skwash and were supplied by my sponsor LoveFeast Shop. Keep an eye out because I’ll be using them in a tablescape coming very soon!

You might also try other harvest items like artichokes and acorns.

(See sources HERE.)

Apples and pears are a natural this time of year. They add color and flavor to your fall decor.

(See sources HERE.)

4. Touch

Fall is all about chunky knit sweaters and bits of fur trim. Using these textures in pillows and throws brings autumn to your home in a way that’s comforting and fun.

A cable knit pillow or one in Mongolian lamb invite you to sit down and get comfortable on the couch. These soft textures perfectly entice the sense of touch.

Usually held off for winter, this year I’m seeing lots of fur throws to roll up in for fall and I couldn’t be happier about that!

5. Sound

Sometimes you can decorate with things you can’t see. Such is the case with autumn music, setting a mood and enhancing the atmosphere. The sense of sound rounds out the picture of tips for how you can create a beautiful fall home.

Be sure to visit all of the tours below, because you won’t want to miss their fabulous fall decorating ideas! Enjoy!

Decor Gold Designs | Zevy Joy | Randi Garrett Design | Maison de Pax | Dimples & Tangles

Have you visited the Designthusiasm shop? Click on the images below to shop my favorites, my home and my Amazon shop. There are new items added every week. Happy shopping!!

SHOP MY FAVORITES

SHOP MY AMAZON SHOP

SHOP MY HOME

Are you following Designthusiasm on social media?  Please join us at the links below:

Pinterest | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter