When I cast my mind back to visits to my grandmother's house, it felt so homey and welcoming. There was something really familiar and charming about her retro decor, daintily decorated tableware, and pretty linens that felt so timeless. Now it feels thoroughly nostalgic, and when it comes to fall table decor ideas, I'm all about replicating those home comforts.
Creating a cozy feel is my top priority for fall – and nothing quite does that like the country grandmother look. Retro style is very much in vogue, and if I think about it, I've always coveted timeless antique treasures and heirloom pieces.
From floral linens and china plates, this grandmother-inspired tableware is guaranteed to bring some homespun charm to your home this fall. Here are my top picks.
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My grandmother has a wonderful collection of serving plates, and they feel like such special heirloom pieces. The intricate designs really elevate any table setting.
This bowl stack in a retro ribbed style and shades is ideal for baking and food prep as well as for storing leftovers. Plus, it's non-toxic and can withstand high heat.
The hand-cut floral design on these tumblers is the epitome of the grandmother-inspired look. They're elegant, but they won't seem out of place on a more casual table setting either.
The best country grandmother-inspired finds are pieces that resemble something you'd pick up from the flea market, and this set of salt and pepper shakers is exactly that.
These napkins are so elegant – they'd fit right into a fall color palette of greens and yellows, but they're also ideal for a summer setting.
These printed placemats would look right at home on my grandmother's table – I love the contrast border and subtle scalloped edges.
One of my favorite things about visiting my grandparents is being treated to freshly-baked granola in the morning – usually in a delicate bowl like this one.
A narrow gingham print is guaranteed to bring visual interest to your table without creating a cluttered look, while a ruffled edge definitely says grandma-core.
I love the combination of stripes and florals on this pot holder and oven mitt set – the frilled details give the set a lovely charm, too.
As the summer winds down and the cooler weather creeps in, how I start decorating for fall is always by turning to more nostalgic decor like this. The grandmother-inspired look guarantees plenty of timeless charm. For more retro inspiration, delve into the coastal grandmother look, too.
