With autumn comes a new dawn… the days shorten, the sun is lower, the leaves are turning – and it’s time to connect with nature for a seasonal vibe.
“When thinking about autumn, many people instantly go to darker colours like brown, burgundy and aubergine,” highlights interior designer and Interior Design Masters contestant, Molly Coath.
“But, for autumn 2024, it’s all about muted tones in a colourful palette – the beauty of following this trend is you won’t have to completely transform your home from the summer months.”
In fact, she says all you need to do is add some depth to a few wonderful shades you might already have in the home.
Smooth beige
A smooth, muted tone of beige is the perfect neutral base for an autumnal home, suggests Coath. A fresh yet subtle base layer, she says it can be used against lots of different fabrics and textures.
“Its natural tone works especially well with natural textures and soft shades of white, therefore it can also be paired with linen curtains and beautiful wicker furniture.
“Add a few decorative pumpkins and candles – and the entrance to your home will look completely transformed in a few simple steps.”
Toasted orange
Next on the autumn colour line-up is a toasted orange…
“Toasted orange is simply burnt orange’s subtle sibling,” underlines Coath.
“It’s an incredibly versatile colour and has a gentle nod to traditional autumn colours, often inspired by nature, without being too harsh or direct.”
Sunset orange
For a bolder choice in an autumnal colour palette.
“This shade looks particularly luxurious when paired with natural materials such as wood and rattan.
“As it sits so beautifully with natural textures, it also works as a gorgeous backdrop in front of house plants and foliage, helping you to bring the outdoors in.”
Use this type of colour for ceiling or patterned feature walls to add an eye-catching characteristic to any room.
“The great thing about these orangey colours is they are the true basis for the perfect autumn-inspired palette, without overpowering the room with too many heavy tones.”
Soft romantic red
Red is a difficult shade to style in the home, “but a very soft Moroccan red adds subtlety and warmth.”
“Use these colours in bigger furniture pieces like statement rugs, couches and bedding to create a focal point for the room that brings in the essence of autumn.