Autumn is many people’s favourite season, bringing the transformation of leaves to yellow and orange, beautiful early sunsets and the excitement of the spooky season. A large part of autumn’s appeal lies in its visuals and the festive decorations that come with it. An increasing number of British people decorate for Halloween, with 19% currently decorating the house and 49% celebrating Halloween in some way. This article provides some tips and ideas specifically related to the front door. It should be helpful for people wanting to fully commit to the decorations, as well as for those with smaller outdoor spaces who still want to embrace the fun of seasonal decor without needing lots of outside space. If you’re not a Halloween enthusiast but still want to immerse yourself in the autumn spirit and create a cosier atmosphere as the weather gets colder, this article is also for you.
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Read on to discover how to make your front door perfectly match your desired autumn aesthetic.
Front door canopy
A front door canopy is an overhang that covers the doorway. It is ideal for decorations as it highlights your entry and provides extra covered space for any decor that you don’t want getting wet or weathered.
Autumnal decorations
- Colour theme with oranges, reds and yellows.
- Autumnal leaves and grasses.
- Hang warm lighting that matches the colour theme.
Halloween decorations
- Spooky temporary decorations like ghosts, witches, scarecrows, etc.
- Stick stickers on your door or door windows with Halloween phrases or decorations, like bats or black cats or words like “boo!”
- Carve and display pumpkins.
- Hang up lanterns.
Front door paint
A fresh coat of front door paint in autumnal colours like orange, deep red, or yellow can be a great way to brighten your home and align it with the autumn theme.
New front door
If you’re considering a more significant change, a new front door can tie everything together and give your home a fresh look. Newer doors are often more damage-resistant, allowing you to add decorations without concern for wear and tear. You can also choose the ideal colour, painted or vinyl, to complement your autumn vision.
Smaller decorations
For most people, smaller decorations added to the door or doorway are the go-to method for seasonal decorating. Many of these decorations can also be DIY-ed, so it’s a fantastic way to make an activity for couples or families. Here are some suggestions for how you can decorate:
Wreath on the front door
Autumnal door wreaths are popular and provide an easy way to inject colour into your doorway without making any major changes (like painting or replacement). You can craft these at home by selecting your own leaves, flowers, or acorns to personalise your wreath.
Pumpkins outside
Pumpkins are a Halloween classic. Carving and personalising them is fun, especially with children. They can also be simply placed on windowsills or in your doorway.
Autumnal or Halloween Doormat
A front door mat is another excellent and easy way to decorate and it can be quickly put in place and removed. You can also DIY these by painting a plain mat with relevant phrases like “Happy Halloween” or designs of pumpkins, ghosts, or autumnal leaves. Pre-made options are also widely available at various homeware stores.
Themed door accessories
Autumn or Halloween-specific door accessories, such as a doorknocker, front door letter box, or house number plate, are a fun way to commit to your decor.
Decorate your front door for autumn!
Have fun and embrace the spirit of autumn! These small changes can boost your happiness and make you feel cosier or more festive, which is so important as the nights grow longer and the days become shorter.