Category: Seasons

  • The Little Things: 5 Finds for a Collected Entryway

    The Little Things: 5 Finds for a Collected Entryway

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    There’s something about an entryway that sets the tone for the rest of a home.

    It doesn’t have to be a grand foyer—or even much of an entryway at all. Sometimes it’s just a little stretch of wall, a console table, and a place to drop your keys at the end of the day.

    But I’ve always loved the idea of making those in-between spaces feel intentional, too.

    Lately I’ve been drawn to entryways that feel a little more collected than decorated: warm wood, woven texture, something old-looking, something useful, and a few seasonal pieces that can change throughout the year.

    So for the first edition of The Little Things, I pulled together five finds inspired by a warm, layered entryway for fall.

    Nothing too perfect. Nothing too precious. Just a few little things that can make coming home feel a little nicer.

    1. Start with something warm and grounded

    A console or sideboard is really the anchor of an entryway.

    I especially love warm wood tones here because they bring so much character to what can otherwise be a pretty forgotten space. And if the piece has storage? Even better.

    It gives you somewhere to tuck away all of the not-so-pretty things that inevitably collect near the door while still giving you a surface to style.

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    2. Add a little woven texture

    One of the easiest ways to keep a space from feeling too new or too styled is to mix in something woven.

    A basket, tray, or natural-texture accessory brings in that slightly imperfect element I love. It’s also one of those rare decorating choices that’s genuinely useful—especially in an entryway.

    Use it for shoes, scarves, dog leashes, extra blankets or whatever else tends to land near the door.

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    3. Bring in something with height

    Entryway styling gets much easier when you vary the height of the things you’re using.

    A lamp, tall vase, branches, or even a larger piece of artwork can give the whole arrangement some structure without needing a lot of little decorative objects.

    For fall, I especially love the look of simple branches. They add a seasonal feeling without turning the entire entryway into fall décor.

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    4. Add something that glows

    This might be my favorite part.

    A small lamp, lantern, or candle instantly makes an entryway feel warmer—especially once the days start getting shorter.

    There’s something really lovely about walking through the door in the evening and having a little pool of warm light waiting for you.

    It’s a tiny detail, but that’s sort of the point of The Little Things.

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    5. Finish with something that feels like you

    This is the part that keeps a styled space from looking like it came straight out of a catalog.

    Add the framed photo. Stack the books you actually like. Put out the slightly wonky pottery you found years ago. Bring in flowers from the yard.

    Not everything needs to be purchased—or perfectly coordinated.

    I think rooms get more interesting when they look like they’ve been put together slowly, rather than bought all at once.

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    A collected home takes time

    The older I get, the less interested I am in completely “finishing” a room.

    I’d rather find a piece I really love, live with it for a while, and slowly add the things that make a space feel like ours.

    An entryway is a perfect place to start because you don’t need much: something functional, something warm, something pretty, and a few little details that make you happy to come home.

    And really, isn’t that the good stuff?

    Shop all of the pieces in my Hallway Sideboard Inspiration collection.

  • The Blue Edit: 5 Pretty Patio Finds for Slow Mornings

    The Blue Edit: 5 Pretty Patio Finds for Slow Mornings

    There is something about blue that just feels cozy.

    Maybe it’s the way a soft, faded blue looks against a green garden, or how blue glassware instantly makes an outdoor table feel a little more special. Whatever it is, I’ve been drawn to the color lately—especially for creating the kind of outdoor space that makes you want to stay awhile.

    For this edition of The Edit, I pulled together a few pieces for one very specific kind of morning: coffee outside, nowhere you need to be quite yet, and a patio that feels just pulled together enough.

    Think soft blue, warm wood, natural texture and a little bit of charm.

    These are the pieces I’d use to get the look. This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you!

    1. Start With a Blue Fringe Patio Umbrella

    The umbrella is what started this entire edit.

    A traditional patio umbrella is practical, of course, but the scalloped edge and fringe give this style so much more personality. It adds softness to an outdoor space and makes even a simple patio table or pair of chairs feel a little more intentional.

    I especially love a muted blue paired with natural wood, white cushions and plenty of greenery. It’s colorful without making the entire patio feel colorful.

    Wayfair currently carries several variations on the look, including blue and fringed outdoor umbrellas, so this is also a style you can recreate even if a particular color or size sells out.

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    2. Bring Your Favorite Mug Outside

    I’m firmly in the camp that a pretty mug makes morning coffee better.

    For this edit, I love a simple speckled ceramic mug because it keeps the blue from becoming too much of a theme. The creamy, handmade-looking finish adds warmth and texture and works just as beautifully inside the kitchen when summer is over.

    It’s also an easy example of something I try to keep in mind when shopping for seasonal pieces: not everything has to be seasonal. A good mug is a good mug in July, October, or January.

    3. Add a Little Blue Glassware

    This might be my favorite small detail.

    Textured blue drinking glasses bring in another layer of color without requiring a big commitment. Set them out for lemonade at lunch, iced coffee in the afternoon or cocktails when friends come over.

    And because the color is in the glass itself, you don’t need much else on the table. A pitcher, a few glasses and maybe some cut flowers from the yard are plenty.

    For a traditional home, I particularly like textured glass over something ultra-modern. It gives the table that slightly collected, maybe I’ve had these forever quality that I love.

    4. Ground Everything With Natural Texture

    Once you have blue in a few places, bring in something natural.

    A round woven rug is an easy way to soften hard patio or porch flooring while adding warmth beneath a small seating arrangement. Natural-fiber and jute-look rugs also pair beautifully with blue because they keep the overall palette relaxed rather than overly coastal.

    One important note when shopping: check whether the specific rug you’re considering is actually rated for outdoor use. Some natural-fiber rugs are intended primarily for indoor spaces, while other woven-look designs are made specifically for patios and porches.

    For this look, I’d choose something simple and textural rather than heavily patterned. The goal is to make the blue pieces stand out.

    5. Create a Spot You’ll Actually Sit In

    And finally, the piece that turns a pretty patio into somewhere you’ll actually use: a comfortable chair.

    I love the combination of a warm wood frame and creamy cushion here. It has that classic indoor-furniture feeling but still looks relaxed enough for outside. Acacia outdoor seating is also widely available in this style; current Wayfair options pair wood frames with light cushions for a similar warm, neutral look.

    Add a tiny side table—or even pull over a garden stool—and suddenly you have somewhere for your coffee, book and phone.

    That’s really the whole idea behind this edit. You don’t necessarily need an entirely new patio set.

    Sometimes one comfortable chair, some shade and a place to put your coffee are enough to create a corner you’ll actually look forward to using.

    How I’d Put the Look Together

    I wouldn’t try to match every shade of blue perfectly. In fact, I think this look gets better when you don’t.

    Start with the umbrella as your largest dose of color. Then repeat blue once or twice in much smaller ways—like the drinking glasses or a throw pillow. Let cream, natural wood, woven texture, and garden greenery fill in everything else.

    That’s what keeps the look feeling collected and traditional instead of overly coordinated.

    And if you’re working with a small porch or patio, you don’t need all five pieces. A chair + umbrella + little table with your favorite mug would capture the same feeling.

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    I’ve collected the pieces from this edit *and similar finds* together in my Wayfair collection! Check it out below.

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