The 5-Step Cozy Home Reset: Transitioning Your Space for Fall

Summer clothes take a backseat, and the same should happen with your light decor. The quickest way to inject instant coziness is to over-texturize.

• Action: Stow away crisp cottons, linen throws, and brightly patterned pillows.
• Swap with: Chunky knit blankets, faux fur throws, velvet cushions, and heavy flannel bedding. Don't be afraid to double up your throws on the sofa—the more accessible warmth, the better. Look for fabrics in rich, moody colors like burnt orange, deep olive and mustard.

Too much lighting kills the cozy vibes. Fall is all about ambient, golden light that casts a warm glow.

• Action: Try to turn off lights during daytime.
• Swap with: Table lamps, floor lamps, and natural candlelight. If your light bulbs are bright white, swap them out for "soft white" or "warm white" bulbs for a subtle, constant twinkle.

Nothing says "cozy" quite like a signature scent. It's time for deeper, richer fragrances.

• Action: Remove light summer diffusers and airy scented candles.
• Swap with: Candles or essential oils of cinnamon, clove,  
  cedarwood, apple cider, and smoked vanilla. Alternatively, make your own natural home fragrance by simmering a pot of water with orange slices and lemon water. This fills your entire home with an authentic aroma instantly.

The fall landscape is full of beautiful, free decor. Incorporating natural elements adds an organic, grounded feel to your cozy space.

• Action: Put away faux floral arrangements from the spring and summer.
• Swap with: Simple, natural items. Decorate with a bowl of pinecones on your coffee table, or use dried hydrangeas and colorful, fallen branches as simple vase fillers. These rustic textures perfectly complement the warmth of your knit textiles.

Every cozy home needs a designated spot for reading, sipping coffee, and intentional relaxation.

• Action: Identify one unused corner, window seat, or armchair in your home.
• Swap with: The ultimate cozy arrangement. Layer it with your softest throw, a plush pillow, place a small side table nearby for your mug, and a lamp on the corner side.