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Wednesday, September 14, 2011

The Softer Side Of Fall




Are any of you like me in that you  prefer a softer look for Fall? We all appreciate going into a warm and welcoming home, and nothing does the job better than Fall colors.

I think Fall can have a softer side too it, and I thought I would show you all a group of images that evoke the softer side of Fall…………



















You can even dress  in a softer look for Fall. I am a very lucky lady to have a very talented DIL. She has an amazing flare for styling both for homes and in wardrobes. I asked her to put together an outfit that evoked a soft side of Fall and this is what she pulled together for me………….




I would totally wear this amazing outfit for the Fall!!! If you would like to see more of her creations you can visit her here:









































Now that you have seen how you can create a softer look for Fall do you think you will go to the softer side instead of the traditional autumnal colors?

I know I sure will!! Now I need to find a pair of boots like the one’s pictured above!!!




“Enjoy the Process!” Of:

Decorating and Dressing with a softer look.

Kathysue

23 comments:

Wendi @ Classic Chic Home said...

Your DIL has a great eye for fashion, Kathysue. I love it all, right down to the jewelry.
Since I'm not an autumn colour person, I tend to decorate for fall by adding cozy throws, turning on our fireplaces, and using ginger and cinammon to create an inviting scent in our home. I love miniature white pumpkins and dark purple Indian corn mixed with pillar candles a for a fall tablescape.
Great post - The bedroom with the brick wall is beautiful!
~ Wendi ~

Susie @ Maddie G Designs said...

Oh KathySue, it was 106 here yesterday...please send some fall. I am living vicariously thorough all of these posts about the changing seasons!

Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

Beautiful pictures...I love your softer side interpretation. I especially love the mantel...maybe you have inspired me to do something similar this year!!

The enchanted home said...

Love this post. I am with you, I like the softer side to fall...beautiful soft earthy tones, rich but not too dark or heavy. Its a nice transition from summers light and airiness! Love your mood board too, just gorgeous!

Splendid Sass said...

Kathysue,
I sent a comment but don't think it took!
I love these images, and that bed is to die for!
Have a great day, friend.
Teresa
xoxo

Sue said...

I have those boots in black! I love them because they are stylish and flats!! I do love the softer colors, I don't really like orange. However, I have bits of orange in my fall decor because it I do like a few pumpkins here and there. I try to tone mine down with whites, burgundy and greens.

Lee said...

firelight, soft colors, throws, what's not to love? we're ordering a portable firepit so we can roast marshmellows around the fire with our grandchildren this fall, can't believe how excited I can get over the purrfect marshmellow stick!

Georgica Pond said...

Lovely images, welcoming, cosy, warm and inviting - just what you need as the air starts to chill and the leaves turn. Enjoy your autumn.

Bring Pretty Back said...

So soft and romantic- perfect soft fall colors.
Have a pretty day Kathysue!
Kristin

Anonymous said...

I love this "softer" look of fall so much better! It actually wants me to run out and get some new stuff! I will definitely will be decorating this way this year.

I love your DIL's picks. Anyone would look good in these outfits.

OHDeb

Stacy CUrran said...

Drumroll please.....I AM like you in preferring these softer shades for fall. Shocker, I know :)
xo Stacy

Holly Gruszka said...

All of these bring to mind COZY which is one of my favorite words. I really love the first image of the entryway. And you have quite a talented DIL - how nice!

Mona Thompson Providence Ltd. said...

Love your softer side of Fall. Very inspiring. Think it's more me this year. Thanks for the lovely images.

Mona Thompson Providence Ltd. said...

Not sure my comment posted. I'm loving the softer side myself this year. thanks for these inspiring images.

Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

I love the softer side of Autumn too! This year I am so taken with soft colors and black backgrounds!I am even painting my front door black and using soft neutral colors in a wreath. I see so many inspiring and pretty things here!
Yvonne

designchic said...

I completely agree, Kathysue. My favorite is using white pumpkins!!

Becca Bertotti said...

Those pictures are fabulous and yummy! I've always loved the brick wall in the bedroom you featured! Fall is slowly getting here ... thanks for sharing.

Room Service ~ Decorating 101 said...

I grew my very own white pumpkins this year! My vines were full... white pumpkins for everyone!!! Don't you know I cut everyone for myself...hehehe I thought of giving a few away, but was sure they would miss each other.

Janell @ House of Fifty said...

beautiful! Love the outfit...Janell

Taylor Greenwalt said...

I never thought of a softer fall, but you are right. It is gorgeous and very romantic looking.

Courtney {a thoughtful place} said...

Yes. LOVE the boots. You know one of my favorite shots is the simple ribbon tied around the wheat. So elegant and simple. I love that.

Karen said...

I love autumnal colors but this year I am going for a softer look. I just bought new pillows for my sofa and switched out the foyer rug. It's amazing how these little changes changed the look of my home.

Glass Pillar Candle Holders said...

Oh amazing. The things you have tell us through our blog will make some great suggestions to home decor.