“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” —Leonardo Da Vinci

Fall 2021 is all about a neutral color palette consisting of rust, tan, cream, white, navy blue, soft blue, and grey, and textured accessories creating a cozy farmhouse aura.  

If you love earth tones and velvety textures, then fall 2021 is definitely for you. 

In order to achieve a more modern fall aesthetic below are a few items that you might want to incorporate to get that look:

• a rustic vase in brown or taupe
• a woven striped square throw pillow
• artificial berry plant
• woven storage baskets
• framed wall art (nature-inspired)
• smoked glass vase
• plush velvety throw in navy, dark forest green, or brown
• fall wreath (green or rust)

Decor Tips:

Modern neutral fall interiors consist of using white or pale pumpkins, items from nature (twigs/branches), cozy pillows and throws, art objects that are white or grey, curved chairs, and vintage-inspired textiles.  

If you are on a tight budget, use what you have on hand that is muted in color and splurge on one special piece.  Feel free to mix patterns, and remember details make the difference.  See below:

Neutral Fall Decorating Ideas and Inspiration

  

                                                                    Source: BHG

                                                                  

                                                                     Curved furniture

                                                                

                                                                Earthenware vase gray

      

                                                                     

                                               

                                                    Color block and patterned pillows

                   
                                                      Tan throw and rust/cream pillows

                                                                          

                                                         

                                                        Smoke glass vase with Eucalyptus

                                                                         

                                                                 Source:  Target.com

How To Decorate Using The French Country Style

  “I do not believe there is another city on earth so beautiful as Paris

        nor people with such an appreciation of the beautiful as the French...” 

                                                                        - Edward Hopper

The French countryside conjures up images of lavender fields, lush green landscapes, quaint towns, and flower gardens and The French country style of decorating is inspired by the French countryside.

The Elements of the French Country Style of Decorating

• Distressed furniture
• Natural materials such as wood floors and wood-beamed ceilings
• Wooden furniture with curved lines and plush upholstery
• Rustic interiors
• Neutral color palette
• Botanical prints (usually found on draperies and wallpaper)
• Interiors are infused with warm colors such as yellow, green and blue
• Gingham patterns (basically plaid) and particularly toile patterns
• Prints made of cotton or linen used for tablecloths and draperies
• Antiques and vintage pieces such as mirrors, chandeliers, vases, and porcelain plates

How To Master The Look of French Country In Your Home

French Country decor is elegant, yet casual and comfortable.  It is warm and inviting with its colorful tones no dark colors are found in this esthetic.  Basically, you will want to incorporate yellows, blues, greens and a touch of red when adding accessories.  When shopping for this look,  purchase folk art farm animals such as roosters and rabbits, black scroll ironwork (e.g. candlesticks), a farm table, toile patterned kitchen curtains, large blue and white porcelain plates and of course,  a chandelier preferably vintage.  

Here are a few examples of the French Country Style:  

 

                                                         
                                               Source:  One Kings Lane

                                                              

                                                           Source:  House Beautiful

                                                          Source:  Pinterest

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As you can see from these photos the French really know how to decorate and design spaces. Have fun trying out this style of decor and comment below if you already decorate using this style.  Have a great weekend!