Warm Weather Fall Decorating Tips

Jean Allsopp

Written by Heather Lusk

It can be challenging to decorate for autumn while living in a warm climate. If you live in an area like Florida, California or Texas, September (and sometimes even October) can feel like an extension of summer rather than a transition in the seasons. But not to worry! Here are some of our top tips warm weather fall decorating for a cozy home.

Nina uses bright and colorful fall leaves with candles to decorate her fall dinner table. Another step into her upcycled fall masterpiece! — Photograph and styling by Nina Hendrick. See more of this cozy fall home here.

Set the Mood

Watch fall-centric episodes of TV shows, bake cool-weather foods and light a fall-themed scented candle. You might even want to turn the air conditioning up so you aren’t physically hot. Putting yourself in the mindset of the season will get you in the perfect frame of mind for warm weather fall decorating.

Build a fireplace to create an inviting and cozy living room — Photo and styling by Astra Spanbauer. Learn more about her DIY fireplace project here.

Go All In

It’s easy to skate by and add only a few fall touches when you’re in a warm weather fall. But don’t do that.

Instead, fill your home with fall in every room. Add chunky blankets, thick pillows and cozy layers in subtle or vibrant orange and amber shades. By seeing hints of fall throughout the house, it’s easier to remember the season is changing, even when the thermometer may not agree.

Leather + Farmhouse Style Ideas

entryway with shiplap and patterned tile — Photograph by Rikki Snyder, home of Ambyr Domonell. See more of this Connecticut home here.

Incorporate Nature

Even in warm climates, it’s possible to find ways to incorporate nature into your warm weather fall decor. Use dried plants and flowers to add autumnal flavor. Use dried hydrangeas, reeds, gourds and sticks as accent pieces or to create a fall-centered flower arrangement. When options for live plants are limited, incorporate faux leaves and branches. You can mix real and fake items, such as pumpkins. If all else fails, create your own pieces from nature, such as hot gluing colorful leaves to branches from your yard.

Ready to get started? Check out some of our favorite fall picks here! And of course, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for your daily dose of farmhouse inspiration.

Author Bio

Heather Lusk

Heather Lusk is a journalist and freelance writer who loves old houses, travel and history and provides guidance and advice to others. She’s a contributor to multiple websites and publications. She and her husband have remodeled and redesigned two historic homes in central Indiana.