Time for the Seasonal Switch

Seasonal Switch: Simple Changes to Welcome Autumn

As the days become shorter and there’s a distinct chill in the air, autumn is the perfect time to give your home a seasonal switch. You don’t need to make dramatic changes or completely redecorate — a few thoughtful additions in richer colours, softer textures and cosy layers can make all the difference.

Add a Quilt for an Extra Layer

Few things make a bedroom feel more autumnal than a beautifully quilted bed. As temperatures begin to drop, add a quilt or bedspread over your existing bed linen for an extra layer of warmth — and an opportunity to introduce colour and pattern.

Our quilts are designed to be enjoyed throughout the year, but they come into their own in autumn. Drape one casually across the end of the bed, fold it over an armchair or layer it over crisp white or patterned bed linen for a relaxed, collected look.

Choose warm, earthy tones for an autumnal feel, or introduce a pretty floral or block-printed pattern to bring a little character to the bedroom.

Make the Bedroom Feel New with Fresh Bed Linen

There’s something rather lovely about changing your bed linen as the seasons turn. Autumn is the perfect excuse to introduce a new colour or pattern — whether that means swapping fresh summer whites for deeper tones or simply adding a decorative pillowcase or two.

Layering is key. Combine different patterns and textures rather than making everything match perfectly. A patterned duvet with coordinating pillowcases, a quilt folded at the bottom of the bed and a few decorative cushions can create a bedroom that feels inviting and considered without being overly styled.

And, of course, there’s nothing quite like getting into a freshly made bed on a chilly autumn evening.

A Dressing Gown for Cosy Mornings

As summer mornings give way to cooler starts, a beautiful dressing gown becomes an autumn essential. Keep one close at hand for slow mornings, weekend breakfasts or those evenings when you want to curl up with a book.

Think of it as part of your bedroom scheme rather than something that needs to be hidden away. A beautifully patterned dressing gown hanging on the back of a door or peg can add another layer of colour and pattern to the room — and make everyday rituals feel a little more luxurious.

Don’t Forget the Hot Water Bottle

The humble hot water bottle deserves a place in every autumn bedroom. But there’s no reason it can’t be pretty too.

A patterned hot water bottle cover turns a practical winter essential into another opportunity to introduce colour and pattern. Tucked into the bed before bedtime, it is one of those simple pleasures that instantly makes a cold evening feel more inviting.

Keep one at the foot of the bed ready for particularly chilly nights — preferably in a fabric you love.

Create an Autumn Tablescape

Autumn is also the perfect excuse to bring a little more colour and pattern to the table. As the light changes and evenings draw in, create a welcoming autumn tablescape with a richly coloured tablecloth, patterned napkins and a few seasonal details.

Think warm, earthy shades, layered patterns and natural textures. Mix block-printed table linen with simple crockery, add a bowl of apples or pears as a centrepiece, and scatter a few candles along the table for a relaxed glow as the evening draws in.

You don’t need a special occasion to dress the table. An autumnal tablecloth or pretty set of napkins can make an everyday supper feel rather more special — and provide the perfect setting for long lunches, Sunday roasts and cosy gatherings with friends.

Embrace the Season

The best seasonal interiors aren't about following a strict colour palette or completely changing your home every few months. They are about making small, thoughtful adjustments that reflect the changing season.

As autumn arrives, introduce softer textures, warmer colours and layers that make your home feel cosy and welcoming. Add a quilt, change the bed linen, invest in a beautiful dressing gown and make even the practical things — from hot water bottle covers to tissue box covers — part of your interiors.

Because sometimes a seasonal switch is all it takes to make home feel new again.