Is it just me, or does home start to feel more homey as soon as the weather changes? Like, sure, we live in our houses every day, but there’s something about the temperature finally hitting a crisp 67°F that makes it feel more like a warm, cozy abode than just the place we lay our heads at the end of the day. And that’s not to say our homes don’t feel warm and inviting year-round; it’s just different.
Maybe it’s because fall and winter give us permission to slow down and savor the little things. To simmer soups and stews on the stovetop, make cookies and pies from scratch, and enjoy the lingering fruit of red wine on our lips as we make memories with loved ones by the fire.
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It’s a feeling that’s hard to capture in just a few words, which is probably why we spend so much time trying to distill it into scrapbooks and recipe cards instead. The good news is, instead of waiting for the annual autumnal equinox to perfume our homes with the unmistakable aroma of cozy season, we can create a charming countryside oasis that feels like the season’s best, no matter the time of year, with the help of Crate & Barrel.
Solene Metal Table Lamp with Pleated Shade, $299 at Crate & Barrel
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The beloved furniture and homewares brand just launched its new Modern Heritage Cotswold Collection, and it somehow perfectly translates the feeling of fall into stunning home decor. It’s rich and elevated while simultaneously being timeless and approachable. Pieces like the romantic Solene Lamp with Pleated Shade sit neatly on top of nightstands featuring eye-catching carved molding. A lush indigo throw blanket draped over the beautifully understated Cosgrove Chair gives life to a room without being overbearing.
Coventry Carved Wood Serving Board with Handles, $59.95 at Crate & Barrel
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From the dainty floral patterns adorning hand-knotted rugs to the strikingly modern silhouette of the Seymour Wall Sconce, Crate & Barrel really pulled out all the stops for this one. And perhaps more than anything, the brand curated a collection that feels thoughtful and warm, just like the season. It’s storied and full of life, as if the furniture is breathing—bloated with tales of Thanksgivings past and more than a few riveting yarns from your uncle. Simply put, we’ll take everything.
Cosgrove 32.5″ Chair, $1,099 at Crate & Barrel
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Luckily, despite the collection being the physical embodiment of a hazy fall stroll in the garden, none of the pieces are bound by the confines of seasonality—except for maybe these gorgeous Amber Glass Pumpkins. Instead of lazily slapping grateful on a throw pillow or embroidering everything with fallen leaves, Crate & Barrel went the heirloom route and delivered a collection meant to be loved well after the final leaf falls.
Witney 26″ Warm Brown Oak Nightstand, $999 at Crate & Barrel
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The only thing missing is an actual home in the Cotswolds, but we’ll take what we can get. Let us know in the comments what your favorite pieces from the collection are and how your family welcomes fall!
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