New Fall Decor in the Family Room

Fall is here, and you know what that means—I’ve been busy giving our family room a seasonal refresh. I love that I mainly used pre-owned fall decor in the family room.

Before you start saying fall isn’t officially here, it is for me. It’s my job to share decor as early as possible. This year, I leaned into a softer, more calming fall color palette. I chose sage green as my foundation and layered in warm accents of gold and orange. The result is cozy, fresh, and elegant all at once.

A dining table set with dishes and glassware is in the foreground; a large window, white sofa, and wall art are visible in the bright living room beyond.
A bright, airy kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining table, and wicker chairs. Sunlight streams in through large windows, highlighting yellow flowers on the table and counter.
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How I Decorated Our Family Room for Fall with Sage Green, Gold, and Orange

A dining table set with floral plates, gold cutlery, green glasses, gold goblets, a ceramic vase with foliage, and a gold apple ornament, in a sunlit room with large windows.

I love the way the family room feels now—inviting, comfortable, and perfectly seasonal without being overwhelming. I thought I’d take you through every step of the process so you can see how a few simple changes made such a big difference.

Starting with a New Fall Color Palette

A living room with a white sectional sofa, round white coffee table with a floral arrangement, and framed photos on a beige wall near large windows.

The very first step in my decorating process was deciding on the color palette. I’ve used a lot of neutral tones in this room in the past, but I really wanted to bring in a color that feels grounded and calming. Sage green was the natural choice. It has that earthy quality I love, but it still feels modern and fresh.

A bright living room with a white armchair, a beige sofa, a round wooden coffee table with yellow flowers, and large windows letting in natural light.

To keep the room from feeling too monochromatic, I decided to accent the sage with warm golds and pops of orange. These colors add just the right amount of contrast, creating warmth and visual interest while still blending beautifully with the softer green tones.

Choosing your palette first is so important because it becomes your guide for everything else—pillows, art, table accents, dishes, and even flowers.

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Master & Co. Foundry Metal Gallery Wall Frame

Folded beige and cream plaid throw blanket with fringed edges, displayed on a white background.

Modern Farmhouse Plaid Collection Cotton Fringe Throw Blanket

Two gold wall sconces with white lampshades, mounted above a nightstand beside a bed. A remote control and color adjustment bar are also shown, indicating adjustable lighting.

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Six decorative fabric pumpkins in various shades of green, gray, orange, yellow, and white, each with a textured surface and a brown stem, arranged in two rows.
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A white ceramic bowl with a short pedestal base and a small side handle, featuring a slightly uneven, handmade appearance.

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A round wooden coffee table holds an open book, a glass of brown liquid, and a lit yellow candle in a gold holder, set on a beige rug near a white sofa.
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Updating the Pillows for Fall

A gold-colored candle holder, a white pedestal dish with chocolates, and a vase with green leaves on a coffee table in a sunlit living room.

Pillows are hands down my favorite way to change up a room for the seasons. They’re inexpensive, easy to swap out, and they instantly bring new color and texture into a space.

Beige and green decorative pillows on a cream-colored sofa in a sunlit living room with large windows and a side table holding a lamp and flowers.

For fall, I replaced our summer pillow covers with ones in sage green and soft neutral tones. I mixed in a couple of warm gold accents and even a subtle orange pillow for balance. I love mixing textures too—smooth linen next to chunky knits or embroidered patterns. The variety gives the sofa a layered, cozy feel without being too busy.

This one change made such an immediate impact that I always recommend starting with pillows when transitioning your room from one season to another.

Two green throw pillows are placed on a brown sofa with a white faux fur blanket. A framed abstract artwork hangs in the background.
Faux Linen Green Throw Pillows
Two square decorative throw pillows with intricate cream-colored embroidered patterns on a light beige fabric background.
Ivory Embroidered Throw Pillow Covers, 2
Two square decorative pillows with a beige and brown floral pattern rest against a textured light-colored wall on a neutral woven surface.

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Adding Sage Vintage Accents

A living room scene with a white table holding a green glass vase, a white metal box, a pedestal plate with brown objects, and eucalyptus leaves, with a sofa and lamps in the background.

One of my favorite things about decorating is incorporating vintage finds. They add history and charm that you just can’t get from store-bought items alone. This fall, I went shopping in my own home and pulled out a few of my vintage sage-colored treasures.

On the coffee table, I styled a sage green mercury glass vase that I’ve had for years. On the end tables, I added small touches like vintage green jars and a beautiful sage and white pitcher. These little accents tie everything together and echo the color palette in subtle, sophisticated ways.

Vintage pieces also tell a story, and I love how they make the room feel collected over time rather than decorated in a single afternoon.

A ceramic mug with a handle, featuring a green and brown floral pattern, lies on its side on a wooden surface next to twine and scissors.
Farmhouse Ceramic Vase with Handle, Beige and Green
A round ceramic pot with a green glazed finish, textured dot pattern around the bottom half, and unfinished edges at the top and base.
Creative Co-Op Terra-Cotta Hobnail Vase
A green glass bowl with a matching patterned lid, shown slightly tilted off the bowl.
Vintage Embossed Glass Candy Storage Jars
Six brownish-purple figs with greenish hues are arranged on a white background.
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Two olive green ceramic bowls with a beaded rim design, shown from a top and side angle.
Creative Co-Op Hobnail Terra-cotta Decorative Bowl, Green
Six ceramic bowls with green botanical patterns, arranged in two rows of three against a white background.
Creative Co-Op Stoneware Bowl with Hand-Stamped & Embossed Green Pattern

Changing the Art on the Frame TV

A dining table set with ornate glassware, gold accents, and a floral vase, with a large landscape painting and framed art on the wall in the background.

Another trick I use every season is changing the art on our Frame TV. It’s such a simple way to update the entire feel of the room. This time, I chose artwork that featured muted greens and soft autumn tones of gold and orange.

The artwork creates a beautiful focal point and reinforces the palette across the room. I often get questions about the Frame TV, and honestly, I love it. Being able to swap out art for every season (or even every mood!) is such a fun feature, and it always gets compliments from guests.

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A Samsung "The Frame" TV displays a painting of roses. The screen shows text: "Samsung," "#1 Global TV Brand for 18 years," and "The Frame" in the lower right corner.

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Setting the Dining Area with Sage and Gold

A dining table set with green and gold glassware, gold pumpkins on plates, a large floral vase centerpiece, and green napkins, in a sunlit room with beige walls and framed art.

While the family room was my primary focus, the dining area is right next to it, so I wanted the two spaces to feel connected. To bring in the palette, I set the table with sage green plates and added gold flatware and napkin rings for a touch of elegance.

A table setting with a green and white floral plate, burlap placemat, green napkin, and a gold decorative apple, with a floral vase and glasses in the background.

The combination of sage and gold feels rich and festive without being over the top. I layered neutral placemats underneath to ground the table and let the colors shine. The result is a dining space that feels perfectly tied to the family room but still special on its own.

A dining table set with glassware, gold pomegranate decorations, and a large vase with beige foliage in a bright, sunlit room.

I love having the dining table styled for the season—it’s a little detail that makes everyday meals feel celebratory.

Four green cloth napkins with a white floral and bird print, arranged in a staggered stack with a botanical pattern visible on each.
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Gold Goblets, Set of 6

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Four round, woven rattan placemats arranged in a slightly overlapping pattern on a white background.
Decvel 4-Pack Rattan Placemats – 13-inch Round
A round white ceramic plate featuring a detailed green floral and botanical pattern around the surface.
Gracie China Shop Greeny Garden Fine Porcelain Plate

Burlap Table Runner

Five gold-painted artificial fruits, resembling figs and pears, arranged on a white background.
Creative Co-Op Resin Figs with Gold Finish
Four neatly folded light green cloth napkins with decorative hemstitch borders, arranged in a staggered row on a white background—perfect for inspiring fresh table decor ideas.

Sage Green Hemstich Linen Napkins, Set of 4, 20×20

Two metallic, gold-colored decorative pumpkins with textured, bumpy surfaces and reflective bases are shown against a white background.
Gold Resin Pumpkin Figurines

Faux Fall Flowers for the Finishing Touch

A floral pitcher with yellow leaves sits on a set dining table in a sunlit room with large windows, a white armchair, glassware, and a lamp in the background.

No room feels complete to me without flowers. For fall, I leaned into faux arrangements. They’re long-lasting, versatile, and these days, faux florals look incredibly realistic.

I arranged eucalyptus stems, faux safflowers, and muted gold blossoms in vases throughout the room. The key with faux flowers is to mix textures and tones, just as you would with real arrangements. Some soft greens, a pop of warm orange, and touches of cream or gold create a natural, balanced look.

Adding flowers instantly brought life to the room and tied all the other elements together.

A bundle of artificial yellow leaves with small white flowers, tied together at the stems with string.
20″ Silk Artificial Eucalyptus Stems, Light Yellow
A bouquet of artificial eucalyptus leaves and small white berry-like accents, arranged with several green stems.
Mixed Eucalyptus Leaves Stems
A ceramic pitcher with a floral pattern holds a bouquet of pink and blush roses on a white table in a bright room.
Green and White Vintage Vase with Handle

Creating a Cohesive Look

A dining table set with a decorative gold pomegranate on a green plate, surrounded by glassware and a floral vase in a sunlit room.

What I love most about this year’s fall family room is how cohesive everything feels. The sage green is the star, but the accents of gold and orange add warmth and keep the space from feeling flat. Every choice, from the pillows to the vintage accents to the artwork, works together to create a harmonious look.

When you’re decorating, think about your space as a whole. You want your eye to flow easily from one area to another. The family room, dining room, and even small corners like the coffee table and end tables all share the same palette, so the entire space feels intentional and unified.

Why Sage Green Works for Fall

A dining table is set with plates, green glassware, napkins, and gold pomegranate ornaments; a bright kitchen with flowers is visible in the background.

You might be wondering why sage green, a color that often feels more spring-like, works so well for fall. The answer is that sage is a muted, earthy tone—it doesn’t scream summer the way a bright green would. Instead, it feels calming and grounded, just like the season itself.

When paired with warm accents, sage green becomes the perfect backdrop for fall. The gold adds elegance, the orange adds warmth, and together they create a space that feels seasonal without relying on the more expected reds and browns.

If you’re looking to try something new this year, I can’t recommend sage green enough.

Tips for Decorating Your Own Family Room for Fall

If you’re inspired to try this in your own home, here are a few tips to help you get started:

  1. Pick a palette first. Choose one primary color and two or three accent colors. This will make all your decisions easier.
  2. Start with textiles. Swap pillow covers, throws, and even rugs to bring in your colors.
  3. Use what you already have. Browse your home for vintage or seasonal items that match your style.
  4. Update artwork. Whether it’s on a Frame TV or a favorite wall, changing art is a quick and impactful update.
  5. Don’t forget the table. Dining areas are often visible from the family room, so tie the two spaces together.
  6. Add flowers. Faux or real, they bring life and texture to the room.
A tall, white ceramic vase with a flared rim and a rounded base, featuring subtle textured lines and a slightly distressed finish.

Tall Farmhouse Vase

A rectangular mustard yellow and white patterned throw pillow rests on a white sofa, with a potted plant in the background.
50 Mustard Yellow Decorative Lumbar Pillow
Framed painting of a calm river scene with trees along the banks, a wooden boat in the foreground, and a soft pastel sky in the background.

Vintage Framed Wall Art for Living Room, French Country Decor

A Space Ready for Fall

A dining table set with an amber goblet, patterned glass, floral pitcher with dried foliage, and gold decorative items, with sunlight streaming through large windows in the background.

Walking into our family room now makes me so happy. It feels warm and welcoming, ready for cozy evenings with a good book or family gatherings around the table. The sage, gold, and orange palette has completely transformed the space, proving that sometimes, a few thoughtful changes can make the most significant difference.

I hope this inspires you to think about how you can refresh your own family room for fall. Whether it’s a complete makeover or just a few pillow swaps and flowers, creating a seasonal space is such a fun way to celebrate the beauty of autumn.

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A green velvet pumpkin with a textured stem sits on an old book, with a glass jar of red flowers in the background.
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  3. I love your decorating style and fall accents! Where did you purchase your L couch and accent chair? It’s really cozy and love the color!

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