Say goodbye to burnt orange – these 4 fall color trends will be everywhere this autumn

While some might automatically envision all the stereotypical autumnal shades when they hear the words 'fall' and 'color', it's worth knowing that there's a lot more to this year's trends than burnt orange and forest green.

A fall color scheme is warm and enticing; it mimics the colors that come alive in autumn and appear right at our doorstep. While, of course, you're bound to see all the usual shades used in this year's homes, there are plenty of unique color trends that have shaped our interiors this year, with many having a moment in the spotlight this fall.

These designer-approved colors are just as snug as the usual culprits, but they are refreshingly vibrant and stray from tradition in the best way possible for 2025.

1. Earthy green

Decorating with earthy colors is one of the best ways to make your home feel ready for fall. While there are plenty of nature-inspired shades that can make a home feel cozy and curated, moss and olive greens feel seasonally appropriate yet more exciting than your typical forest green.

Channing Krichevsky, Principal Designer at C&M Interiors, says, 'We are seeing rich, earthy greens having a moment this fall. Any shade from olive to “glow from within green,” as our client called this custom tone.'

Explaining the best fall color combinations, Channing adds, 'We would style it with other grounded tones, as you see in this living room (pictured above). For example, whites, beiges, blacks, and golds work with earthy greens. We can’t resist weaving in floral prints and natural stones, like marble, to layer in textural elements.'

Remember, it's not just olive green that's predicted to be popular this season; the dill green color trend is equally as organic yet vibrant while retaining that all-important heritage feel.

2. Deep mauve

Mauve is a long-loved fall color, but designer Joanna Baum, founder of Joanna Baum Interiors, says a far deeper, more unctuous version of the shade will be featured in homes this season.

Purple room ideas can be a little hit or miss, but a dark mauve is just as timeless as your classic burgundy. Joanna says, 'I’d love to put forward my idea for fall’s color moment: deepest mauve. For too long, purple and red have been set aside, dismissed as too bold, too brash, or too hard to work into a palette. But we believe both are ready for a comeback, full of richness, life, and sophistication.'

She adds, 'Think of a purple for fall that leans into eggplant tones, layered against rust and mustard. It’s timeless yet fresh, moody yet vibrant. Just look at what’s happening in fashion; these shades are taking center stage again, and interiors should follow. Deepest mauve is fall’s forever color.'

To give the hue a go, try Farrow & Ball's Brinjal. It's a warm and luxurious shade that's perfect on the walls of a library or on kitchen cabinetry. Similarly, purple home decor creates a similar sense of sophistication without the commitment of a whole new paint job.

3. Marigold

Plenty of colors are replacing butter yellow this fall – namely, marigold. A sunny yellow color with orange notes, it's a refreshing take on the stereotypical mustard that often dominates homes during the cozy season.

Interior designer Nina Long of Mathews Design Group names a few favorites for this upcoming season, including sunny marigold, the perfect alternative to the stereotypical burnt orange. Featured in one of Nina's recent projects (pictured above), she says, 'This time of year is definitely my favorite palette! I just love warm colors-all browns, marigolds, plums, ochres, deep greens, raspberry, rich blues-all my go-tos! I have been seeing all these shades a lot recently for sure!'

Yellow room ideas can feel a little bold, so fear not if a marigold wall sounds daunting. Nina adds, 'Paint is a great way to incorporate these tones, but if you want something less dramatic, fabric on chair seats, benches, or pillows is a simple way.

4. Rust

Orange is the new red in interiors this year, but it's not the color you might usually envision when you think of fall; it's an ultra-cool, muted rust shade that is fresh, uplifting and cozy all at once.

Falling somewhere between terracotta and warm orange, rust is a livable yet equally exciting color that can make the transition from summer to fall feel smooth and oh-so easy to style.

Interior designer Gray Walker explains, 'This fall, expect rich, earthy tones like rust, ochre, and even deep red. The key is balance – grounding vibrant fall shades with neutrals and natural textures for a collected, inviting look.'

Autumnal decor picks

If you're looking to bring fall color trends into your home this season, these autumnal decor picks will create pockets of warmth that will uplift any surface.

Remember, if you want to introduce fall color trends into your home, try to retain a balance with pockets of color. Interior designer Nina Lichtenstein explains, 'Ultimately, it’s about balance, allowing bold colors to shine while pairing them with softer neutrals, letting texture carry as much weight as color, and remembering that the smallest accents often make the biggest impact. A single statement rug, a vase of dried marigolds, or a set of moss-colored dining chairs can be enough to completely transform a space.'

She adds, 'Fall 2025 is a season to experiment, but also to savor, bringing together comfort, elegance, and a touch of playfulness in ways that feel uniquely your own.'