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39 Fall Decor Ideas That'll Look Good Year-Round

These ideas are chic, not kitschy.

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Stephen Kent Johnson

If the slight drop in temperature and chameleon foliage are any indication, fall is coming. And while it might be customary to give your closet a seasonal refresh—trading in shorts and sandals for sweaters and boots—you can also give your home the same autumnal treatment. That said, there's a fine line between fall decor that's chic and kitschy. One moment, you have a room that feels perfectly rustic. And the next? Your place is covered in pumpkin motifs and spools of leaf-clad garland.

It takes some practice, but it is possible to create a stylish, cozy space for autumn—with no cheese in sight. For inspiration, browse the decadent fall decor ideas below. From lovely layers to tactile textures to warm color palettes, these design ideas are certainly stylish enough to be in your home all year long.

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Add Jewel-Tone Accessories

In this Manhattan apartment designed by ED A-List designer David Kleinberg, a sapphire blue chair is paired with a Paul Frankl desk from 1st Dibs. A luxe cashmere throw adds color to an ottoman, while velvet throw pillows add texture to the sofa.

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Don't Ignore Rust-Painted Furniture

Painting walls for a season may seem daunting, but sprucing up a small piece of furniture can also have a major impact. Designer Rodney Lawrence made a sophisticated statement with matching twin beds in this Quogue, New York, children's bedroom.

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Bring in a Bright Orange Sofa

ED A-List designer Lorenzo Castillo created a warm and welcoming space in this Paris family room. The custom sofa is upholstered in autumnal orange and paired with a stool by Marc Bankowsky.

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Paint the Inside of the Bookcase

An orange interior gives off a warm glow in the bookcase. ED A-List designer Jeffrey Bilhuber weaves orange hues throughout the composition of this Jackson Hole study creating a cozy space.

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Hang an Oversize Painting in Earth Tones

Varying shades of brown are used in this New York study. A large painting by Jonathan Meese complements matching wingback chairs in similar earth tones.

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Layer in Saturate Textiles

A luxe orange throw is draped over white bedding. An antique Japanese obi was used to create banded details on the master bed in this Manhattan apartment.

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Hang Plaid Curtains

If you're partial to plaid, try curtains boasting the classic, fall-appropriate pattern. In this living room, plaid curtains of a fabric by Brochier complement striped Arte wallpaper, which is hung horizontally.

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Mix Patterned Throw Pillows

Fall is all about making a room feel more cozy, and throw pillows are perfect for adding warmth to a space. In the living room in Chad Stark's East Village apartment, Scalamandré armchairs and ottomans are upholstered in fabrics by Jean-Paul Gaultier for Lelievre, the cocktail table is by Vladimir Kagan, and the rug is by Stark.

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Weave in Antiques

Antiques, like this secretary's desk in the TriBeCa loft of Homepolish designer Jae Joo, never fail to add depth to a room. The unique piece enhances the room and serves as a nice balance to the white walls.

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Embrace Nature

Embrace the beauty of the fall season by choosing understated furnishings and a subdued color palette that keep the focus on the outdoor view. In this Tahoe bedroom crafted by designer Jamie Bush and architect Cynthia Wang, floor-to-ceiling windows steal the show.

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Go for Burnt Orange Walls

A collection of art stands out against burnt orange walls in Antonello Radi's 16th-century Umbrian home. Antique mirrors, along with orange velvet chairs, lend a vintage flair to the space, which is complete with a 19th-century mantel.

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Layer Accessories

While brick walls tend to feel cold, layers of rugs, throws and pillows, along with warm woods, make this living room design by Homepolish's Becky Shea feel cozy.

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Embrace Wood Paneling

An 18th-century farm estate in the Hudson Valley features a library with antique Tennessee pine panels. To complement the wood paneled walls, a George Smith chair is draped in a C&C Milano linen and textiles from Pakistan, India, Indonesia, and Italy, and an antique Italian bench is covered in a 16th-century tapestry fragment. The bookcase light is by Ann-Morris, and the 1929 pastel portrait is French.

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Try Oversize Furniture in Deep Tones

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Match Woods to Furniture

In the São Miguel, Portugal, home of architect Luís Bernardo Brito e Abreu, caramel-colored 1960s chairs by Daciano da Costa complement the tones of the pine doors and oak dining table. The armoire is 18th-century Indo-Portuguese, the ceiling is Japanese cedar, and the flooring is local basalt.

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Try Floral Wallpaper

Along with upholstered seating, floral wallpaper in a fall-appropriate green hue add personality to the grand salon of the Sonoma Valley lake house designed by Ken Fulk with the architect Ken Linsteadt. The vintage Edward Wormley sofa for Dunbar is in a JAB Anstoetz fabric, the Casamidy barstools have seats in a Dedar weave, and the dining table is from the Brimfield Antique Show. The custom chandeliers are by One Off Furniture, and the floral wallcovering is by Schumacher.

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Give Texture with Worn Vintage Pieces

At a Georgian-style mansion in New York's Tuxedo Park, a 1920s light fixture by O.C. White Co. hangs above a George II mahogany table in the dining room, the chairs are custom-made, and the console is from the 19th century. The 1897 seascape is by Paul Kuhstohs, and the portrait was found at a Paris flea market.

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Bring the Outdoors in with a Stack of Firewood

A barn doubles as a guest house on the property of Amanda Seyfried's weekend retreat in the Catskills. In the living area, an original wood-burning stove is backed by a wall of custom concrete tiles. The chair is vintage.

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Use Greenery to Complement the Colorful Foliage Outside

In a 19th-century San Francisco landmark home designed by Ken Fulk, the kitchen features barstools by Lucca Studio, a chandelier by Vilhelm Lauritzen and a kitchen island by Bulthaup.

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Use the Fireplace to Aesthetically Warm the Room

Out in the English countryside, this 17th-century estate provides a cozy getaway year-round, but it is particularly welcoming in the fall. The stair hall features a hand-carved mantel above the glowing fireplace, and the armchairs are 19th-century Italian.

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Don't Shy Away from Dark Brown Leather

Hollywood honcho Brett Ratner created a cozy sitting area off his living room of his Beverly Hills house, using handsome leather club chairs and minimal pops of color.

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Let Books Decorate for You for a Cozy Space

Architect João Mansur let his imagination run wild while decorating his São Paulo home, recreating the feel of a historic library in this guest bedroom. A 17th-century Peruvian Cuzco School painting hangs above the bed. The Chinese painted wardrobe is antique and the bedside table and bookshelf wallpaper are by Andrew Martin.

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Layer Up with a Warm Blanket

Soft, neutral hues interact to create serene and comfortable sleeping quarters in this Manhattan apartment designed by Robert Couturier. The room's walls are covered in a velvet by Sahco and the lamps are by Mauro Fabbro.

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Incorporate Forest Elements

A forest-inspired mural enlivens the powder room of a California retreat updated by decorator Madeline Stuart. The mural is by Jean Horchata, the circa-1890 Tramp Art mirror is American, and the stool is Chinese.

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Decorate with Bright, Personalized Blankets

In the game room of Mary Lynn and Rusty Turner's Ketchum, Idaho, residence, dark walls add warmth to the game room. Custom-made steel bookcases line the walls while the wood-and-iron chandelier and oak dining table are by Lucca Studio.

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Weave in Red-Orange Hues

Old world charm abounds in the dining room of Gérard Tremolet's 11th-century château in Normandy, France, with orange-red hues and an unassuming wood table evocative of autumn woods.

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Leave Outerwear Out for a Lived-in Atmosphere

Off an entrance to Jemma Kidd's English country house, a boot room stores the family's fall outerwear and shoes. The painted cupboard was found at a Battersea antiques fair and a gun cabinet is used to store clothing.

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Try Black Walls and Brown Leather for an Unsuspecting Match

A 1970s leather sofa and matching chairs punctuate 1stdibs founder Michael Bruno's moody sitting room in his Tuxedo Park house. The marble top of the cocktail table came from a Belgium chocolate factor, and the camel sculptures were bought on 1stdibs. The walls are painted in Benjamin Moore's Dragon's Breath.

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Hang Lights for a Subtle Glow

At William Abranowicz and Andrea Raisfeld's home in Bedford, New York, a rustic screened porch doubles as a bedroom. The collection of transferware plates was purchased at yard sales, the bedding is by John Robshaw, and the rocker is by Harry Bertoia. The walls are stained cedar.

Kelsey Mulvey Kelsey Mulvey is a freelance lifestyle journalist, who covers shopping and deals for Marie Claire, Women's Health, and Men's Health, among others.

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