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There is a reason that fall brings on what’s affectionately known as «sweater weather.» This is the perfect season for layering, after all—and turns out, layering is designers' favorite styling trick to get things warm and toasty at home.
As it turns out, layering and autumn don’t just pair well in the seasonal world. According to some of our favorite designers, they’re a key component in the interior design world this time of year, too.
We asked designers for some top tips on how to best create beautiful layers in our own home, and create the cozy, fall rooms of our dreams.
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One of the best things about this trend is that you can do it in small doses, says Lauren Sullivan of Well x Design. Focus on small, seasonal changes, like switching out throw pillows for heavier options like velvet and layering in cozy throws and blankets.
Kathryn Murphy of Kathryn Murphy Interiors agrees, and notes that small layers are often the best way to create the look of a finished, designed space.
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“For fall right now, I like to layer in plaid or herringbone throws for color and pattern, alongside cozy velvet pillows in rich, muted colors,” she says. “I love a mix of deep burgundy and rich yellow, along with olive green and terracotta.”
It's not just about adding more fabrics and textures, though. Don’t forget to change over your vases too, adding in some fall florals, Murphy suggests, and complete the cozy vibe by layering accessories on trays or stacks of books.
As the nights get darker and the days get shorter, a beautiful indoor lighting scheme is absolutely key, saysAmber Dunford, the style director at Beth Bath & Beyond. According to Dunford, the best way to do this is by making sure
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