Beyond Orange & Tan: Rethinking Fall Decor Colors

When you think of fall decor, chances are cozy tans, rustic greens, and pumpkin oranges immediately come to mind. And yes—we love that warm, nostalgic palette too. But what if your home doesn’t lean into those colors? Or what if you’re craving something a little unexpected this season?

The beauty of fall is that it’s not one-size-fits-all. Autumn is about change, texture, and the colors nature gives us—and those hues can be so much more than “traditional.”

Expanding What Autumn Looks Like

Instead of limiting yourself to the “harvest” palette, look around your home and expand your visual search for what feels like fall. Maybe it’s the moody depth of dusty purple, the richness of maroon (think apples!), or the grounding softness of pinks that whisper romance even as the days grow shorter.

Take our Whimsy table linen design—a mix of pink and dusty purple. On first glance, it may not scream “pumpkin spice.” But paired with deep maroon dahlias, fragrant lavender, and red apples, it suddenly feels unmistakably autumn. Layer in wheat stems and woven wicker accents, and you’ve captured all the natural hues that ground a fall table, without ever reaching for orange or brown.

Nature as Your Muse

The trick is to let nature guide your inspiration. Autumn isn’t only about pumpkins and leaves—it’s about what’s thriving in your corner of the world. Lavender that’s still blooming. Dahlias that peak in September. Apples are being picked with amazing colors that inspire. Branches, grasses, seed pods, pinecones, or even the unexpected colors of twilight skies.

Bring those pieces in, and your table (and home) will feel seasonally fresh, but still authentically yours.

Why It Works

• Unexpected palettes feel modern. Guests notice when your fall table looks different than the rest.
• Nature unifies everything. Whether your base is pink, navy, green, or beige—adding organic textures like wheat, wicker, or wood makes it instantly autumnal.
• You use what you love. Instead of forcing orange into your home, you honor the colors and styles you already enjoy.

A New Kind of Cozy

This fall, don’t limit yourself to what’s “typical.” Whether you lean into pink and purple, blues and greens, or even metallics, you can still create a cozy, seasonal home. It’s about layering texture, drawing from nature, and letting your personality shine through.

So look around your own home, step outside into your neighborhood, and let your version of autumn take shape.