The Seasonal Shift: How to Transition Your Home from Summer to Fall
There’s something about the shift from summer to fall that invites us to slow down, cozy up, and settle in. As the air turns crisp and the light softens, our homes can become a sanctuary that reflects the season’s natural rhythm. At Wellhouse & Co, we love it when our spaces mirror the way we live, and feel, in every season. (and we’ll take any excuse to redecorate!)
But transitioning your home from summer to fall doesn’t have to mean a complete overhaul. With a few intentional touches, you can make your home feel warmer, softer, and more grounded. Here’s how:
1. Swap Out Textiles
One of the simplest ways to embrace fall is by layering in heavier, cozier textures. Switch out your lightweight cotton throws and linen pillow covers for warm wools, velvets, or bouclés. Look for rich, tactile fabrics that invite you to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea.
Consider adding:
A chunky knit blanket draped over a sofa
Velvet or suede throw pillows in deep, warm hues
Flannel sheets in the bedrooms
2. Adjust Your Color Palette
Summer is all about bright whites and cool blues. For fall, we like to lean into earthy tones: rust, olive, mustard, deep plum, and soft camel. These colors can be introduced subtly, through a vase, a table runner, or even the artwork on your walls.
Tip: You don’t have to commit to a full room re-do. Start with a color story in your living or dining space and let it ripple out from there.
3. Layer in Ambient Lighting
As the days get shorter, lighting becomes even more essential. Consider adding warm table lamps or swapping bright white bulbs for soft, warm-toned ones. Candles (battery-operated or real) can instantly shift the mood of a room, especially as twilight sets in.
Look for:
Amber-tinted bulbs
Lanterns or hurricane vases for candles
Dimmable lamps to create mood lighting
4. Introduce Seasonal Scents
Scent is one of the most powerful ways to welcome fall. Switch out citrus or floral summer scents for something more grounded: think cedarwood, vanilla, clove, or smoky oud. You can use candles, diffusers, or even stovetop potpourri with cinnamon sticks and orange peels.
The goal? Make your home smell like a warm hug.
5. Bring Nature Indoors
Fall is the perfect time to add natural, earthy elements to your home. Gather branches, dried florals, or seasonal produce like gourds and apples to create understated, organic decor. A simple branch in a tall vase can make just as much impact as a full floral arrangement.
Try:
A tray of mini pumpkins or pinecones
A foraged wreath on the front door
Large branch with fall colored leaves in a ceramic vase
6. Update Everyday Spaces
Think beyond the living room. How can you infuse fall into your entryway, bathroom, or kitchen? A small seasonal swap in each area, a rust-colored hand towel, a woven basket for scarves, a ceramic soap dispenser, can go a long way in creating a cohesive seasonal vibe throughout your home.
Fall Is a Feeling
More than any other season, fall asks us to lean into comfort, rhythm, and presence. By layering warmth, texture, and natural elements, you create a space that invites rest and reflection.
At Wellhouse, we call this design that restores.
So light the candle, pour the cider, and give yourself permission to settle in. Your home is ready for fall, and so are you.
