Decorating for any season is fun, but there’s something romantic about fall. Evening comes quicker than it does in the summer, ushering in the perfect excuse to decorate with lanterns, candles and soft-hued string lights. Coupled with vases of sunset-colored bouquets and the coziest of blankets, it really is a vibe.
The key to transforming your outdoor space into one that’s more “Folklore”-esque than cheesy is to steer clear of anything too on-the-nose, like orange, ceramic pumpkin candy dishes or mugs proclaiming “hello fall.”
Simply leaning into the warm autumnal color palette and finding ways to make your space extra cozy can go a long way. All the products rounded up here do exactly that and will transform your patio or backyard into the fall refuge of your dreams.
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Imagine curling up under this knit throw with a cup of chai or glass of red wine while you take in the crisp fall night. It’s amazing how much a stylish throw blanket can transform a space. This cable knit blanket is big enough for two people to get cozy under. It comes in three sizes.
Promising review: “I could not resist getting this and adding it to my blanket collection. I love how soft this is. It’s super well made. Little bits of the fluff come off sometimes, but that is to be expected with the chunky knit. Love this blanket. My toddler fights me for it.” — Adriana
Promising review: “Love how these turned out! They came nicely packaged along with a set of directions. Read carefully and set outside in a couple of vases for the pampas to naturally open up in the sunlight. The color is absolutely perfect for the farmhouse feel I am going for. The stems are long but thin enough to be cut if you want shorter. They didn’t seem to shed too bad while I was arranging them so that was a plus for me. They are soft and fragile so be delicate when arranging.” — The Campitelli’s
There's nothing like a warm dip on a chilly night.
This inflatable hot tub is adored by HuffPost readers. It fits up to six people and heats the water up to 104 degrees.
Promising review: “Perfect on cold nights were when you even just wanna dip per second 10 out of 10 recommend” — Taylor
You’ll get more use out of these festive pillows than ones tied specifically to Halloween or Thanksgiving. (Remember that inserts are sold separately.) This print combination comes in five sizes.
Promising review: “I am using the pillows on my covered front porch. They definitely add a fall vibe. They are colorful and look very festive. Nicely made.” — Amazon Customer
These cute acorn string lights will cast a warm glow over your patio or backyard and really set the mood. They come with a timer — but they don’t come with the three AA batteries they need, so be sure to add those to your cart.
Promising review: “Warm amber glow. Festive but understated. Brighter with fresh batteries of course. The remote works as described, dims nicely. Love them. Recommend.” — Mikey
These solar-powered lights are the perfect way to keep your outdoor space illuminated after the sun goes down (which is happening earlier and earlier this time of year). The light are weatherproof and will last 8-10 hours on a full charge.
Promising review: “Super easy assembly! Long lasting light! Perfect for in the garden or deck.” — Keri Miller
Promising review: “I will be buying this candle again!!! It’s an amazing pumpkin scent and it lasts. Burns clean and the glass container is reusable…. And I will repurpose as a flower vase. It’s beautiful and smells great!!! Packaged very nicely and well worth the price point!!!” — Saffron
Promising review: “If you like older hobnail-type glass, just buy these. The amber color is so incredibly rich. The glasses are heavy-weight, well-balanced and aesthetically stunning! I fell in love with these and displayed them in the kitchen because they’re so beautiful! Great price too!” — AJE
Promising review: “It is a bit difficult to find a good outdoor solar lantern. Most are cheaply made, too small, feel and look cheap and are not worth what they charge. Not these! These lanterns are sturdy, feel sturdy, look great, work perfectly and are worth every penny. They look elegant day or night. We first bought four then bought more and have even more again in our cart.” — Richard A. Clapp
Promising review: “These mugs are even more beautiful in person—the matte finish is lovely and the size and styling are just right. I love the different colors. Each person can tell which one is theirs.” — Denise Lamb
A pot of golden-hued daisies will really enhance your outdoor living space. Made of silk, there’s no way for you to kill these and you can reuse them year after year.
Promising review: “These silk flowers are perfect for fall. They are vibrant and colorful and flutter in the wind. Hard to tell they are not real. For reference I used 2 1/2 bunches in each planter.” — JLeigh59
Think about how cozy your patio will be with flickering white candles on the table and in the corners. These are flameless so you don’t need to worry about accidentally starting any fires.
Promising review: “I love this pair of stylish fall LED pillar candles. I give it six stars rather than five because it's way better than expected. They deliver the perfect warm ambiance in my living room. The remote control with a timer is so convenient that it can dim and brighten more with the touch of a button. They flicker automatically, while the light button makes them stay a solid light to shine the mirrored finish plexiglass. I also wanted to add that they look realistic when on. They look like burning candles you'd see in a house of worship. This beautiful set enhances the mood or season enchantingly. The price is well worth it, and I highly recommend these battery-powered candles to add warmth and decor to your home all year round.” — Isabel Beckerman
Promising review: “I originally got these for my mother, who loves to decorate her home for the fall and winter seasons. However, upon inspecting the order, I have decided to keep them for myself! Don't worry, I never told my mother about them so what she doesn't know could have been hers will not be missed by her, right? Lol. I just really loved the artistic design element of these decorative pumpkins, they are very much my style when it comes to artistic taste. They have a geometric element to the shape of the pumpkins that I was really drawn to. They are just the right size for a tabletop center cluster decoration, and I really love the touch of elegance that the gold metal finish of the pumpkin trio adds to the overall theme. Excellent seasonal home decor item at a great price.” — MadisonAdair13