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Best Fall Color Palettes for Interior Design in 2024
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If summer is a time of whimsy and joy, there is something more sophisticated and grownup about autumn. It’s a quieter season that’s made for pensive journaling, warm hearths, and reading under a wooly blanket. That’s why we love to ground our space in the fall with a unique palette of warm, earthy hues that can transform any room into a cozy retreat. Embracing fall colors in interior design is about capturing the essence of autumn’s beauty and infusing it into the heart of your home. And here are five colors that’ll do just that this season:
STYLE
Best Fall Color Palettes for Interior Design in 2024
If summer is a time of whimsy and joy, there is something more sophisticated and grownup about autumn. It’s a quieter season that’s made for pensive journaling, warm hearths, and reading under a wooly blanket. That’s why we love to ground our space in the fall with a unique palette of warm, earthy hues that can transform any room into a cozy retreat. Embracing fall colors in interior design is about capturing the essence of autumn’s beauty and infusing it into the heart of your home. And here are five colors that’ll do just that this season:
Earthy Brown
Browns are the backbone of the fall color palette. From cognac to caramel and chocolate brown, there’s an undeniable sense of warmth and stability in this color. Wooden furniture, leather accessories, and woven baskets can bring the rich, rustic, earthy tones of autumn into your home — as well as some natural texture. Pair it with boldly colored textiles and patterns that make your home feel like a rustic cabin.
Another way to add depth to your brown color scheme is to combine different shades of brown that create a layered look that’s both sophisticated, comfortable, and never one-note. An easy way to introduce different brown hues is to mix and match your wood furniture and decor, pairing light-colored pine with deep-hued oak.
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Browns are the backbone of the fall color palette. From cognac to caramel and chocolate brown, there’s an undeniable sense of warmth and stability in this color. Wooden furniture, leather accessories, and woven baskets can bring the rich, rustic, earthy tones of autumn into your home — as well as some natural texture. Pair it with boldly colored textiles and patterns that make your home feel like a rustic cabin.
Another way to add depth to your brown color scheme is to combine different shades of brown that create a layered look that’s both sophisticated, comfortable, and never one-note. An easy way to introduce different brown hues is to mix and match your wood furniture and decor, pairing light-colored pine with deep-hued oak.
Forest Green
Although a lot of autumnal color palettes skew warm, there is a way to use cool tones in a cozy way. Instead of the verdant, pastel green of new shoots and lush grass in the springtime, choose charismatic, darker hues. We love seeing hunter green accent walls or built-in shelves, paired with complementary raw wood beams. For a softer, farmhouse or cottagecore look, choose moss or sage green that feels muted yet fresh.
As for green furniture and decor, we recommend incorporating the hue through upholstered pieces like a sumptuous green velvet sofa, ottoman, or accent chair. This richer color palette also plays well with regal brass and gold light fixtures, as well as premium leather furniture and accents that play up its elegant nature.
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Although a lot of autumnal color palettes skew warm, there is a way to use cool tones in a cozy way. Instead of the verdant, pastel green of new shoots and lush grass in the springtime, choose charismatic, darker hues. We love seeing hunter green accent walls or built-in shelves, paired with complementary raw wood beams. For a softer, farmhouse or cottagecore look, choose moss or sage green that feels muted yet fresh.
As for green furniture and decor, we recommend incorporating the hue through upholstered pieces like a sumptuous green velvet sofa, ottoman, or accent chair. This richer color palette also plays well with regal brass and gold light fixtures, as well as premium leather furniture and accents that play up its elegant nature.
Golden Yellow
Golden yellow is a color that’s reminiscent of the fall foliage, so it’s an obvious choice for a fall palette. Consider using this color in areas that need a bit of warmth and cheer, whether that’s the kitchen with all its colorless stainless steel appliances, a drab living room, or even a dim bathroom with minimal natural light. Yellow is best used in small doses, adding a touch of sunshine to your interiors as the days grow shorter. We love seeing it pop up as a yellow rug, drapes, bed headboard, or even a statement armchair.
For a softer side of this sunny color, consider butter yellow. It was the trending color of summer 2024, but we’re predicting it’ll stick around as a pastel neutral. Butter yellow can give your space a bit of a retro flair or a dreamy cottage-style accent.
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Golden yellow is a color that’s reminiscent of the fall foliage, so it’s an obvious choice for a fall palette. Consider using this color in areas that need a bit of warmth and cheer, whether that’s the kitchen with all its colorless stainless steel appliances, a drab living room, or even a dim bathroom with minimal natural light. Yellow is best used in small doses, adding a touch of sunshine to your interiors as the days grow shorter. We love seeing it pop up as a yellow rug, drapes, bed headboard, or even a statement armchair.
For a softer side of this sunny color, consider butter yellow. It was the trending color of summer 2024, but we’re predicting it’ll stick around as a pastel neutral. Butter yellow can give your space a bit of a retro flair or a dreamy cottage-style accent.
Warm Red and Orange
Red and orange naturally resonate with the essence of autumn. A burgundy velvet sofa can instantly add drama and warmth to a room, while deep orange throw pillows or a cozy blanket can provide a subtle yet impactful nod to the season. The versatile hues can also pair beautifully with a range of interior design styles, like a bright and retro mid century modern look, an ornate and vintage traditional home, or even a sun-burnt Tuscan style that puts terracotta front and center.
This warm color palette really sings when paired with earthy neutral shades that ground the vibrancy and create a balanced look. Consider incorporating leather club chairs, taking a page from the preppy and classic country club trend.
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Red and orange naturally resonate with the essence of autumn. A burgundy velvet sofa can instantly add drama and warmth to a room, while deep orange throw pillows or a cozy blanket can provide a subtle yet impactful nod to the season. The versatile hues can also pair beautifully with a range of interior design styles, like a bright and retro mid century modern look, an ornate and vintage traditional home, or even a sun-burnt Tuscan style that puts terracotta front and center.
This warm color palette really sings when paired with earthy neutral shades that ground the vibrancy and create a balanced look. Consider incorporating leather club chairs, taking a page from the preppy and classic country club trend.
Soothing Gray and White
This explosion of heavy and rich colors in the fall requires a bit of a palate cleanser — namely, refreshing pops of white and grays. We love grayscale neutrals because they look great with any existing color scheme. Plus, they’re available in a range of undertones from cool slate gray to warm dove gray.
Looking for more of a bold accent color? Consider charcoal gray. It’s a softer alternative to black or navy that still manages to add a sophisticated, smoky, and darkly alluring look to any space this fall.
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This explosion of heavy and rich colors in the fall requires a bit of a palate cleanser — namely, refreshing pops of white and grays. We love grayscale neutrals because they look great with any existing color scheme. Plus, they’re available in a range of undertones from cool slate gray to warm dove gray.
Looking for more of a bold accent color? Consider charcoal gray. It’s a softer alternative to black or navy that still manages to add a sophisticated, smoky, and darkly alluring look to any space this fall.
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