22 Beautiful Fall Color Schemes for Your Home
Bring the best of the season indoors with these cozy decorating ideas.
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Pumpkin spice aside, we think the best thing about fall is the rich show of colors nature provides. Deep, warm hues delight at every turn as nature embraces an opportunity to really show off. So, when it comes to fall decorating ideas, consider those fall colors to bring the spirit of the season indoors. Take a leaf-peeping drive and be inspired by the vibrant red, orange, and golden yellow foliage all around you, or visit the local pumpkin patch or apple orchard for more seasonal color inspiration. Even the sky takes on its own personality come fall, with moody gray-blues hinting at the winter ahead.
We've rounded up our favorite fall color schemes to inspire your own decorating projects. The season's rich hues are bold enough to make a big impact, whether used as an accent wall, for built-ins, or even with the smallest home accessory, like an accent pillow or blanket. Deep browns, cozy caramels, and creamy whites play well with them all and help a room to not feel too dark and heavy. As a bonus, these palettes set the perfect scene for fall arrangements of leafy branches and vibrant dahlias, plus all those pumpkins and gourds.
While the season may be fleeting, its cozy vibes don’t have to be. These following fall color ideas will wrap your home in warmth all year round. And don't forget your outdoor living spaces—decorate your front porch for fall with all the season has to offer, from pumpkins to mums to pretty fall wreaths and more.
Best Fall Color Pairing: Orange & Brown
When you have rustic wood paneled walls, nature provides the best color inspiration for the furnishings inside. The pairing of deep oranges and golds with natural wood tones looks as lovely inside as it does it the woods.
Best Fall Color Pairing: Off-White & Rusty Red
A warm off-white backdrop sets the stage for a cozy layering of textiles in a range of faded rusty reds.
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Best Fall Color Pairing: Gray & Blue
There's no better way to bring color to a room than with a patterned rug, such as this Persian-style rug by Caitlin Wilson. White walls ensure the rug's color and pattern shine.
Best Fall Color Pairing: Brown & Blue
Playing off the warm wood beams and brick wall, homeowner Amy Whyte painted her attic bedroom a rich cocoa, then layered pairings of more browns and deep blues, such as in the striped duvet and more floral curtains.
SHOP PINE CONE BROWN BY BENJAMIN MOORE
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Best Fall Color Pairing: Mustard Yellow and Blue
A stack of blue and creamy white textiles in a range of patterns is complimented a warm gold, which gives the whole grouping a lively punch. Kept airy by white surroundings and dark wood tones, the palette also easily welcomes fall's pumpkins in a range of orangey hues.
Best Fall Color: Classic Red
A bold red on the front door is the perfect way to add a pop of color to an otherwise neutral exterior.
SHOP HERITAGE RED BY BENJAMIN MOORE
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Best Fall Accent Color: Pumpkin
Pumpkin-colored windowpane plaid fabric on the chairs and accent pillows bring a rich fall color to this neutral room. The texture of the neutral grasscloth wallcovering (Ramie Bay by Thibaut) makes it feel extra cozy.
Best Fall Color: Golden Yellow
You don't have to paint an entire room one color. Go with your favorite white and add a splash of golden yellow on the ceiling for a cozy feel.
Best Fall Color: Olive Green
Warm up your welcome with an almost-neutral green gray. Offset here by a pastoral wallpaper, it gives new meaning to the phrase "bring the outside in." Classic materials and finishes like dark wood, gilt, and brass offer the perfect compliment.
Best Fall Color: Mossy Green
A mix of materials‚ marble, butcher block, brass, and wool rugs—hint at a kitchen that has evolved over time. The muted green cabinet color marries well with all.
Best Fall Color: Hunter Green
High-contrast built-ins in this den add a layer of masculinity against the crisp white V-groove planks and dark, rustic stained beams.
Best Fall Color: Grayish Blue
Painting only the chair rail and trim a serene stone blue keeps this room light and airy while feeling grounded at the same time. Crisp white walls, a collection of black-framed art, and a vintage rug lend a classic vibe to the entrance.
Best Fall Color: Denim Blue
The island in this multi-textured kitchen was given a hand-painted feel with a brush wash so it doesn't feel too precious. We love how it plays well with the soapstone countertops and the natural stone on the range wall.
Best Fall Color: Watery Blue
This kitchen's color scheme was inspired by the water views from its windows. The brighter blue of the cabinets complement the converted barn's warm wood tones and lightens the whole space.
Best Fall Color: Indigo Blue
This cocoon-like guest bathroom calls to mind a serene lake. The vertical striped shades offset the deep blue horizontal wood paneling and vanity.
Best Fall Color: Dark Gray
Smoky-colored furniture brings sophistication and warmth while echoing the colors found in the artwork. The dark gray millwork complements the beautifully distressed creamy plaster walls.
Best Fall Color: Cream
Creamy colors are always in-season, and fall is no exception. The trick is to layer varying shade in multiple textures to keep the room from feeling cold—like this warm and cozy living room.
SHOP SHADED WHITE BY FARROW & BALL
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Best Fall Color: Bisque
To create a clean backdrop for this guest room, the homeowner chose a light neutral for the paneled walls, sloped ceiling, and built-ins. An extra-large braided rug, colorful striped Faribault blankets, and vintage woven accessories bring loads of pattern and texture to the space.
Best Fall Color: Caramel
Neutrals don't have to be boring. Take this cocoon-like bedroom by designer Caitlin Wilson, for instance. At only 10-feet-wide, a quieter color palette was essential. But thanks to plenty of pattern, there's no lack of personality here.
Best Fall Color: Tan
Afraid that too much wood in their log cabin would be stifling, the homeowners chose to paint the kitchen cabinets a light tan shade. The result is an airy swathe among the paneling in surrounding rooms. Black hardware and countertops bring a slight modern touch to the traditional space.
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