1. GOING TOO HEAVY ON THE THEME
Kitschy signage is something I can not get on board with. I understand this kind of fall decor is very popular, and it does bring me joy when I see 'Hello Pumpkin' signs hung up in a window, but in my own home. It's a trend I am going to avoid.
2. PLASTIC – LOOK TO NATURE INSTEAD
It's the same with every holiday. You can fill your home with plastic decor, plastic garlands, and plastic pumpkins and while you can get some really authentical looking fake fall wreaths, and pumpkins that look like they have just been picked straight off the pumpkin patch, this year I am looking more to nature for my decor.
3. SWITCH PLAID FOR SOFTER VINTAGE PRINTS
The only reason I am against this design trend is because it's so synonymous with one style. That woodsy, cabin vibe is, of course, perfect for this time of year, perfect in an Airbnb for a cozy weekend, but for my own home, I prefer softer, lighter prints. It's also an incredibly seasonal pattern, you might be able to drag it out into your holiday decor but it has an expiration date of around Thanksgiving.
4. GIVING ALL THE ATTENTION TO THE PORCH
I know that this time of year is all about the fall porch decor. I do intend to embrace this trend with a couple of pumpkins of course, I'd be banished from the neighborhood for having a bare step. But generally, I like to give more attention to what's going on inside the house. Fall table decor is my front porch. I love tablescaping and prefer to put my efforts into creating beautiful table displays that both I and my guests can enjoy once we are inside the house.
WHEN SHOULD YOU START DECORATING FOR FALL?
I say anytime from now you can start bringing in subtle hints of the changing seasons. How I start decorating for fall is by adding in some heavier materials and textures. The chunkier throws come out and a few extra pillows, and then around mid-September, I start to bring in more fall-like orange foliage and the pumpkins.