Change is in the air.
You can see it on the streets with more jackets on shoulders than just a few weeks before. The weather, while not crisp just yet, has certainly cooled (much to the relief of the nation’s fans, which surely have been working overtime during this summer’s heatwaves), and it’s just as necessary to carry around an emergency brolly as it is a pair of sunnies whenever you leave the house.
Summer is making her exit stage left, with autumn ready to shine, centre-stage.
Lovers of layers, cosy nests and crunching through piles of dried leaves, your time has come. Retrieve your much-loved jumpers from the wardrobe, chuck a colourful bedspread over the duvet for a welcome extra layer of warmth, and nuzzle down in front of the telly amongst cushions in a seasonally appropriate colour palette.
What’s that? Your house is still stuffed with the remnants of summer? It’s time to pack away the picnic basket, roll up the rattan, and switch to a slower, mellower change of pace.
What are the major autumn homeware trends?
Earthy, nature-inspired shades are the colours on your homewares palette, with the odd jewel tone for some drama. Think a burst of cherry red or regal plum and burgundy.
Your primary objective? Cosiness. So, pile on the texture, from knitted throws, buttery velvet and thick pile rugs you can scrunch your toes into. Meanwhile, marble, brass and coloured glass home accessories can give you the autumnal update you crave without the faff and expense of a total overhaul.
Autumn feels especially suited to Midcentury pieces, so if you've had your eye on a vintage piece, now's the perfect excuse to splurge.
Not sure where to start? Whether you’re looking to spend a little or a lot, we’ve rounded up the best new-in homewares from our favourite brands - with options starting from a piddly £7.50.
The selection spans lighting (in diminishing supply at this time of year), bedding, coffee table trinkets and storage with a heavy helping of style. Think of it as the Autumn homewares harvest.
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John Lewis Kala Quilted Bedspread, Multi
Sleeping in is a far more attractive and cosy prospect under John Lewis’s quilted bedspread. The piece, designed for double and king-size beds, is covered in an Indian Kala design with soft tones of yellow and pink.
Buy now £180.00, John Lewis
M&S Collection Faux Mohair Checked Throw
Faux mohair, don’t care? Nor would I when the throw looks this good. Available in earthy green, yellow and red colourways, the soft, fuzzy fibres make it an impressive dupe for genuine mohair at the snip of the price.
Buy now £25.00, M&S
Ruggable Margot Plaid Ochre Multicolour Flatwoven Rug
A new rug is a great way to give a tired old room its mojo back. Ruggable's are machine washable so you can sling them in the wash when the time comes. This flat-woven tartan one offers myriad colours to match a variety of interiors but is soft enough so as not to overpower the room.
Buy now £369.00, Ruggable
M&S Ruffle Layer Jug
A fancy just won’t just make gloomy WFH days a bit brighter but it can also stand in for a vase when you splash out on your next bunch of flower. This one features ruffle details, adding to its appeal.
Buy now £25.00, M&S
M&S Set of 4 Pure Cotton Bistro Embroidered Napkins
Turn your comforting jacket potato into an event worthy of a Parisian bistro with these sweet cotton napkins from M&S Home. The set features embroidered details and trims, adding to the crafted style.
Buy now £14.00, M&S
M&S Mini Rio Rechargeable LED Table Lamp
My obsession with cordless lamps means I have four in various corners around my house. Do I need another? I didn’t think so until I saw this M&S stunner. Made for illuminating a dark entryway without somersaulting over wires.
Buy now £35.00, M&S
John Lewis Pagoda Ceramic Table Lamps
The right lighting can make such a difference to any space, and autumn is a time when you need decent lighting more than any other season.
Embrace the fading light and invest in John Lewis’ pagoda-style table lamps. One on either side of the bed should be enough to invoke the posh B&B vibe that everyone hankers after.
Buy now £90.00, John Lewis
M&S Reactive Glaze Ceramic Small Candle Holder
Giving an elegant antique vibe, this ceramic candlestick is perfect for dressing up dinner tables. The glazed finish gives it an aged look that will look even better when big light is off.
Buy now £7.50, M&S
John Lewis Tall Metal Bow Candle Holder, Gold
Bows at this time of the year do tend to lean towards Christmas, but why not get the most out of your new investment by debuting it on your sideboard or dining table now? Perfect for subtle merriment until the festive season gets truly underway.
Buy now £15.00, John Lewis
The White Company Autumn Pre Lit Pinecone Wreath
Wreaths have long since shaken off their Christmas connotations and made a play for the mainstream. An autumn design is a nice way to welcome the season, plus this one comes with integrated lights that give it a warm glow. Hang on internal doors or over a fireplace.
Buy now £70.00, The White Company
Yinuo Mirror LED Flameless Candles
Get the warming, flickering feel of real candle without causing a fire hazard. This set of battery-operated pillar candles uses LED lights to cast a realistic glow.
Buy now £19.99, Amazon
Soleil Brass Sun Wall Mirror
Keep sunshine vibes beaming from your walls thanks to this brass-framed mirror. Cleverly placed adjacent to a window, it will bounce light around the room, bathing it in an autumnal glow.
Buy now £248.00, Anthropologie
Rituals Perfume Genie
This smart diffuser from Rituals allows users to fine-tune their home fragrance at the touch of a button. Controlled via app, you can set the intensity and schedule sessions so your space always feels like the warm and welcoming haven that it should.
The Genie covers areas up to 50 m² and takes fragrance cartridges from Rituals’ scent collection, each promising up to 270 hours of use.
Easy to set up, the Genie comes in two colours with an elegant Eastern design that won’t fail to elevate your space, even if it’s not turned on.
Buy now £114.90, Rituals
BarCraft Stainless Steel Ice Bucket
Living a champagne lifestyle on a cava budget is par for the course for most people living in an expensive metropolis like London. But don’t let that stop you from enjoying your evening serve in style.
BarCraft’s 1.5L offering comes in an iridescent copper finish and is perfect for keeping your drinks at the optimum sipping temperature.
Buy now £32.49, Amazon
M&S Glaze Rounded Platter
It can be so tempting to give in to a takeaway order when you’ve had a long day, especially when the weather is ghastly, but investing a nice platter is a great way to keep your home cooking ambitions on track. With a glazed finish, this large dish is made for a picky bits dinner or to lay out snacks for visiting friends.
Buy now £20.00, M&S
Anthropologie Marble Stone Coaster
A coaster this good can’t be reserved solely for drinks. Use it to accent your curated coffee table or somewhere to keep jewellery. The raised bobbin edge will stop small fiddly bits from rolling off.
Buy now £18.00, Anthropologie
Habitat Ribbed Acacia Wood Tray
Ribbed for your aesthetic pleasure, Habitat’s round acacia wood tray serves in many ways, from serving vino to mates to enjoying a bouji breakfast in bed.
Buy now £20.00, Argos
HUIIUH 1pcs Decorative Bowl
Everyday items with considered quirks can make all the difference. This marble bowl can be used to hold keys, fruit, jewellery - even hand soap if you want to get really fancy. The fluted design gives it an artisanal edge.
Buy now £23.00, Amazon
Dunelm Hotel Marble Effect Bowl
Premium materials like marble are a great way of polishing up the house. If your budget won’t stretch to the real thing, the effect may suffice, as proven by Dunelm’s pedestal bowl. Use it to house your keys and post, or place it in the bathroom to make toiletries feel more luxe.
Buy now £20.00, Dunelm
Addison Ross Bow Tie Corkscrew Pink & Green
With so many celebrations in the upcoming months, a stylish corkscrew will earn its keep in your cutlery drawer. Addison Ross’s bow tie design comes in sweet colour palettes that will turn heads as seamlessly as it will corks.
Buy now £35.00, Addison Ross
Abigail Ahern Natalia Artificial Bouquet
Now, I know - £150 is a lot to spend on a bunch of flowers. But this hyper-realistic bunch from Abigail Ahern will last all winter long and for many more to come, so the cost-per-use is fantastic value. With deep, faded pinks, olive and mossy green hues amongst the mix of silhouettes, it's a no-fuss way to breathe life into a lonely corner.
Buy now £150.00, Abigail Ahern
Habitat x Sanderson & National Trust Stripe Tablecloth
An update can be as simple yet effective as a new tablecloth. This one has design credentials all stitched up, with frills, stripes and a clashing colour palette all in the fold.
Buy now £35.00, Argos
ARPEOTCY Vintage Gold Framed Wall Art
An art gallery transformation for your walls? At this price, why not? There are lots of prints and sizes to choose from, but with a new season approaching, ripe orchard fruit feels most fitting.
Buy now £13.99, Amazon
Abigail Ahern Jensen Textured Cushion, Natural
Unapologetically bold, this wool and cotton cushion is made for cuddling without leaving you feeling sweaty or smothered. It's removeable too, so easy to clean and keep smelling fresh.
Buy now £60.00, Abigail Ahern
Soho Home Gabriel Armchair, Leather
A Wassily style for the 21st Century, this leather armchair from Soho Home stays true to the original design with a skeletal look devoid of cushioning. The frame, however, is crafted from oak timber, adding an element of warmth to the design. As all materials are natural, they’ll develop a patina over time creating an individual look that will render it one of a kind.
Buy now £1995.00, Soho Home
Tetrad Aughton Leather Armchair
Going for the members-only look? This gorgeous chair is made for elegantly sipping martinis off. It comes in a range of leather colours, but for old-school cool, it has to be this antique auburn. The handmade piece takes up to 13 weeks to arrive - something to bear in mind if you need seating in a hurry.
Buy now £1449.00, John Lewis
George Natural Wood T-Shape Side Table
A side table is an endlessly useful piece of furniture, whether you use it to showcase a vase full of fresh flowers, need somewhere to put your cuppa within arm's reach or a home for your reading stack. This mango wood option comes from George at Asda, a surprising treasure trove for affordable homewares pieces.
Buy now £38.00, George
