It’s that time of year again when we welcome the beauty of autumn into our homes. Here are my recommended fall apartment décor ideas.
Fall is my favorite season. The cooler weather. The food. Fairs & Festivals. The Changing Leaves. The scent of cinnamon when you walk into Trader Joe’s. I absolutely love fall.
Transforming your apartment into a cozy haven doesn’t have to be a daunting or expensive task. With a few thoughtful touches, you can infuse your living space with the warm and inviting vibes of fall.
In this blog post, you’ll find some creative and inspiring fall apartment decor ideas that will help you create an atmosphere perfect for embracing the season.
17 Fall Apartment Décor Ideas To Make Your Apartment Cozier
1. Fall Leaves Garland
Fall is known for its beautiful leaves. So why not bring some of those colorful leaves into your apartment as decoration? Don’t worry, you do not have to hunt down the leaves outside. There are autumn leaf garlands available online for you to use and hang up.
2. Orange Blankets or Fall Themed-Blankets
A simple way to build up your fall apartment décor collection is to have an orange blanket on your sofa or bed. Target is my to-go place for cute blankets for each season. I remember buying one that had black cats and pumpkins on it around Halloween—my cat loved it.
3. Fall Wreath on Apartment Door
There are literal Etsy shops dedicated to making wreaths for each season and any occasion. Place one on your apartment door to let guests know that fall is here.
4. Pumpkins
What is fall without pumpkins? As the season’s main food, it’s vital to have at least one pumpkin-themed item in your apartment. The options are endless: plush pumpkins, real pumpkins (for a few days), or pumpkin pillows.
5. Hello Fall Sign
Greet the season with a “Hello Fall” sign. You can find these at Hobby Lobby, Target, or Etsy.
6. More Pumpkins (Garland this time)
What is fall without pumpkins? Hang cute pumpkin garland on your fireplace mantle or on your wall.
7. Fall Theme Wall Art
Another simple fall apartment décor idea is to hang fall themed wall art. Either you use some from Etsy that you can print out or find some online at Hobby Lobby or on Amazon.
8. Fall Kitchen Towels
Seasonal towels are so cheap and easy to have as fall décor. You can easily hang these on your sink or whatever you hang your dish towels.
9. Fall Theme Spoons
A subtle way to décor for fall time is to have fall themed spoons.
10. Pillows
Want something quick and simple to make your room fit the fall aesthetic? Buy a few fall pillows from places like Target, Walmart, or on Amazon. These pillows are perfect for fall apartment décor.
11. Mugs
Another easy fall apartment décor idea is to get a few fall themed mugs. There are so many mugs that you purchase to match your fall aesthetic. Some cute examples that you can use as fall décor are:
12. Fall-Themed Welcome Rug
Place a welcome rug outside of your apartment with a pumpkin, Halloween, Thanksgiving, or general fall themed pun! You can find rugs like this on Etsy or at most home décor stores, like Target, Kohls, or Amazon!
13. Plaid
Plaid is a staple for Fall. It’s common to see plaid incorporated into fall designs and décor. To get away from too much orange, you can use plaid blankets, pillows, etc. to use as decoration.
14. Pinecones
Simple. Cute. Pinecones.
Faux pinecones are the way to go to give your apartment a fall vibe.
15. Fall Letters
Four letters: F-A-L-L
Let the world know that you love this wonderful, colorful season with letter spelling out fall. If you have enough room, maybe try spelling autumn with letter like these:
16. That Fall Scent
Cinnamon, pumpkin spice, apples. Whether it’s plug-ins, candles, and sprays, you can make your apartment have that iconic fall smell.
17. Cable Knit Throw Pillow and Blanket
Finally, if you want a variation in your fall apartment décor or dislike orange, you can incorporate cable knit items into your décor. These items can also be used for winter decorations as well!
Stores To Buy Fall Décor For Your Apartment
1. HomeGoods
HomeGoods is a great place to find fall-themed decorations for your apartment. It has a few unique items like acorn dishes, cute pillows like this football one, and simple items these leaf pillows.
2. Target
I’m 3000% a Target girl (please don’t make this into an aesthetic. We are TIRED 😭)
Target’s Bullseye section is where I go for little seasonal decorations when I’m on a budget. They also have some of the most affordable seasonal decorations. I always try to buy a blanket or small pillow from Target each year.
3. Amazon
Amazon seems to have everything. It’s full of great fall decorations and you can buy them before most stores start putting out fall decorations.
4. Kohl’s
Okay, I’m also becoming a fan of Kohl’s since Bed, Bath, and Beyond is going out of business. Kohl’s has so many sales. Their fall décor is cute and is pretty on-par with the fall aesthetic.
5. Hobby Lobby
Hobby Lobby is THE store for decorations. Even though they are on the more pricer side, they have an extensive catalog for fall apartment decorations.
6. Etsy
Support small businesses with Etsy. It’s also the website to find unique, handcrafted, or personalized decorations.
7. Walmart
Everyone knows Walmart. Its fall section is great for finding items on a budget.
8. At Home
I love At Home. Its headquarters in Dallas and there are several in the DFW area. There are locations across the US and they are THE store that is great for people who want to decorate on a budget.
Final FAQ:
Q: When should I start decorating in the fall?
A: I’m going to start towards the end of August. Or whenever it gets a bit cooler in Dallas. I personally start early to cope with the Texas heat and hope that it somehow gets cooler from my small pumpkin pillow.
Q: Can I decorate for fall in August?
A: Of course! I bought my first fall decoration in August from Target. Fall decorations usually are out at the beginning of August. Once Back-to-School calms down, most stores start putting more out.
That’s it for this blog post about fall apartment decor ideas.
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