Coastal Cosiness: Autumn Decorating
The Charm of Coastal Autumn: Decorating for the Season
This autumn, allow your coastal decor to reflect the magic of the season and immerse yourself in autumn’s charm, inspire reflection and evoke hygge.
As the crisp autumn air arrives, it's time to transform your coastal home into a cosy, hygge-style retreat. While beach houses (or the coastal aesthetic overall ) evoke carefree summer days filled with ocean breezes and sun-warmed sands, the coming of autumn means chilly winds and grey skies... Here are some decorating ideas to make your coastal-style abode warm, welcoming and autumn-ready.
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Autumn Decor Ideas: Transform Your Coastal Home into a Hygge Haven
As the summer hustle subsides, autumn brings a much-welcomed chance to slow down and reflect. The autumn season conjures nostalgic feelings - cosy jumpers, crisp air, warm drinks, crackling fires. It's a time to step back and appreciate the simple pleasures in life.
Decorating our homes for the season allows us to immerse in those emotions and vibes. By transforming our spaces to match the season, we can truly embrace the spirit of autumn. With a few hygge-inspired touches, you can make your coastal home feel like a welcoming retreat. So why not embrace “sweater weather” among the dunes and let your coastal-style home become your autumnal anchor against coffee-scented breezes and crisp, salt-tinged air. Follow these tips to create a snug hygge-style retreat:
Incorporate Autumnal Colours — Autumn’s colour palette lends a warm, welcoming look that contrasts summer's airy brights. Trade white and tan for richer layers of crimson, ochre, amber, chestnut and brick red. Pops of bronze and copper add an earthy, autumnal feel. These jewel-toned hues pair beautifully with coastal blues for a soothing, natural look.
Use Natural Textures — Textures also reflect autumn's depth and substance. Swap the beachy linen and for cosier fabrics like wool, brushed cotton, cashmere and velvet in comforting weaves like cable knit and herringbone. Use raw, tactile materials like jute like jute, linen and cotton for an earthy look. Layer wool throws at the end of sofas or beds. Add warmth underfoot with natural fibre rugs and plush pillows on hard seats. Display natural objects like driftwood, seashells and greenery. Allow textures and scents to engage the senses.
Layer Lighting — Welcome shorter days with warm lighting. Use amber bulbs in lamps and pendants, and add flickering candles throughout. Try a mix of overhead lights, table lamps and sconces. Flickering candles add hygge ambience to coffee tables, mantels and windowsills. Dimmer switches allow you to control the mood.
Add Cosy Furnishings — Swap breezy rattan and wicker for substantial wood furniture with soft upholstery and plush pillows. Bring in armchairs and ottomans perfect for curling up with a blanket and book.
Create Hygge Nooks — Carve out small spaces just for relaxing and ‘cosying up’ after long autumnal walks by the sea, like a padded window bench, a cosy fireside loveseat or a breakfast nook. Layer with blankets, pillows and books.
Organic Textures and Decor — Natural textures and ocean motifs invoke the beauty of autumn on the coast. Display driftwood, seashells, fishing nets and glass floats. Use organic elements like woven baskets, ceramic vases, wool blankets and leafy plants. Incorporate beachy abstract art in warm metallic frames. Use your autumnal coastal decor to create mindful moments.
With thoughtful embellishments that channel the essence of autumn, your home can become a sanctuary for self-reflection. Let your seaside decor inspire you to be fully present and embrace autumn's majestic yet subtle magic. With these simple tips, you can easily transform your coastal home into a hygge haven that feels like a warm embrace.
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This autumn, allow your coastal decor to reflect the magic of the season. Choose elements that will inspire you to slow down, look inward, and savour the subtle joys autumn brings to the shores.
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