

Cool colors can also feel autumnal and kept muted, so consider inky blues and aubergine. Green has been having a big year with everyone craving some time in the great outdoors, so also look for shades of this hue with brown undertones, like olive and sage. Brown itself is a fall staple, and pretty much anything on its tonal spectrum is valid. To keep both feeling autumnal rather than aggressive, add a little brown and explore ochre shades. For a wider view on warm colors, head to its complementary hues, red and yellow. For a contemporary take, look to burnt oranges, coppers and terracottas. The color of falling leaves and plump pumpkins, orange will always be at the center of a fall palette. This can range from the season’s idyllic aspects to its less bucolic but equally atmospheric characteristics. The best fall colors are the ones that remind you of the natural world during these unique months. Crisp white prevents things from getting muddy, while an olive green velvet is a sympathetic addition in the soft furnishings department. In this hallway example, a parquet floor in varying tones of warm wood is bolstered by the wallpaper ideas – an all-brown illustration of wandering flamingoes by Arte – and plenty of wooden furniture in similarly orangey hues. When it comes to creating a fall color scheme, using a tonal palette of warm browns will allow you to explore the breadth of the season’s natural offerings. Taking a tonal approach in any scheme will always help the end result feel cohesive and comfortable. ‘Burnt oranges and deep red tones in rugs and cushions – think of a scattering of autumnal leaves.’ 14. ‘Where we put on coats, scarves and gloves, your home needs extra rugs, throws and patterns,’ adds Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin. The undisputed color of fall, using earthy oranges – either in accents or as a wall color like in this example by interior designer Kit Kemp – will wrap a cozy layer around any space. Toasty hues such as Dulux’s Blood Orange and Rich Earth are perfect for the colder seasons to help bring warmth into a room.’ ‘Colors that we are used to seeing together naturally on a crisp autumn day such as rich auburns, reds and golds sitting against warm earthy neutrals work beautifully. ‘As we have a craving for life beyond the windows, combining shades of nature always works well to help bring the outside in,’ adds Shillingford. Terracotta decor is a wonderful addition to your fall color schemes. If you’ve started scouring the sidewalk for the most vibrant leaves to inspire your fall wreath ideas, don’t let the inspiration stop there. It’s a classical shade, but also works as an anchor for a cool 1950s mid-century modern color palette when paired with harvest golds, oranges and pale blues.’ 13. It’s warm, earthy, and mutable – a useful color and real hidden gem. ‘It can be a neutral, dropping into the background, or it can be the shining star of a color scheme. ‘Olive is the chameleon of the paint palette,’ says artist and color expert Annie Sloan. To bridge between the season, choose olive – as demonstrated in this room including the Kitty fabric in Spring Green by Linwood, it can feel fresh in the daylight, but its brown undertones keep it cozy. Green living room ideas have been a key trend in interiors in recent months, as the pandemic has had us longing for the great outdoors – and it’s set to continue into the colder months, even as the leaves and your outdoor fall decor change color. ‘Autumn is also a great time to introduce shades of green as the verdant greens of nature start to disappear for winter – there’s no need to wait for spring to see them again,’ says Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director at Dulux. Even as fall brings a bounty of color, we admit that you don’t know what you’ve got til it’s gone.
