If you’ve got some tables that need decorating for fall and you need ideas, keep reading to be inspired! Whether your style is rustic, farmhouse, boho, or modern, you’ll find plenty to get your creative juices flowing! See some amazing dining tables, coffee tables, farmhouse fall table centerpieces and more!
Fall Centerpieces and More
When I was stilled lived in New York, it’s like the weather knew that once the calendar flipped to September, the slight chill in the air was supposed to kick in.
Here in Tennessee, we don’t quite have the same weather cues – the mornings are a little chillier, but the days will feel like summer for a few more weeks yet. However, that’s no reason to put off fall decorating. And today we are talking about a little fall table decor.
In the past, I think setting down a fall centerpiece on the table was all that was meant by ‘fall table decor.’ But my, how things have changed! With social media, there is just so much access to inspiration, whether you love farmhouse fall decor or any variation of it (rustic, modern, boho) or something totally different.
There’s no need to be pressured into creating more than a centerpiece, but there’s plenty of ideas out there waiting to be re-created!
All the Tables for Fall
When it comes to fall decorating, you have several fall tables to consider. Of course, the dining table. But there’s also the console table, the coffee table, the end tables – you can even throw in the countertops if you want.
Each area is a little nuanced, but if you think about it, the primary thing to consider is this:
“Is your table a functional one or not?” And that translates into – will you have to move your table decor on and off the table?
If your table is just for decoration, you’re going to have a lot more freedom. If it’s a table you don’t use very often but is mostly for decor, you really have no limitations when planning your decor. You can have a lot of moving parts and make it as big or intricate as you want.
Dining Tables, Kitchen Tables and Countertops
So let’s start with the dining table – do you eat at this table every day? Can your decor stay on the table even if you eat there?
If it’s a table that gets used often, like a kitchen table or even a countertop, you basically have two choices.
First, you can scale down your centerpiece or tablescape so it can remain in place while you go about your business at the table – whether it’s eating, homework, etc.
Second, you can create your centerpiece on an anchor that makes it easy to move on and off.
This way, you don’t have to recreate the centerpiece every single time you have to put it back. A riser, a wood board, a basket, a bowl, or a tray serve as a fantastic anchors that can make display easily transportable, rather than laying all of your items directly on the table.
A large dough bowl filled with fall stems and pumpkins really make a nice centerpiece as well, that can be moved fairly easily. You can even just keep a vase with fall stems in it. Simple is definitely in these days!
Coffee Tables, Console Tables, Entry Way Tables, End Tables
Chances are, for any of the above tables, the table is more for decorative purposes than useful purposes, so you have a lot of flexibility here. When I decorate my tables, I like to create a vignette for each one. It’s like it’s own little universe. I want it to coordinate with the rest of the room and furniture and areas near by, but there is freedom to vary it. (You can check this out for amazing tips and inspiration for how to create fall vignettes).
When I’m doing tables, I like to have an anchor piece, similar to what I’d use for a fall table centerpiece: a tray, a basket, a rise, a wood board.
Then I add some height for a statement piece – like a vase with fall stems.
Then add in smaller decor items – votives, pumpkins, smaller bottles with stems, beaded garland. Groups of 3 or odd numbers tend to look best, but I don’t always follow that rule. You’ll want to keep a similar color theme within that groupings but it’s fine to create something a little different on a different table.
Here are a few of my own coffee tables, entry tables, and table tops:
Trends for 2023 : Modern Fall Table Decor
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As I’ve been going through Instagram and roaming the stores, I’m seeing a lot more of a swing toward modern decor – not super-modern, but modern mixed in with other styles like rustic, farmhouse, boho, etc. By modern, I mean less clutter, cleaner lines, simpler displays. Less cutesy signs and objects, but instead including other elements that are a little more stylish.
A few trends to consider when you’re decorating your tables for fall this season:
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Pampas Grass:
While not necessarily just for fall, the neutral beige colors pair perfectly with fall decor and give that harvest-y feel.
Faux Stems with Big Brown Leaves
I’ve seen this in many homes this season – those big, brown leaf stems. They give a rustic feel, and also look fantastic as mantel garland as well. They work especially well if you have a simple, neutral monochromatic style.
Brown Bottles:
You can fill these bottles with pampas grass or wheat stalks or other kinds of faux fall stems. Even branches work for this look.
Pink Pumpkins and Color Schemes:
This is definitely more of a modern boho kind of look, but it is definitely trending! Keep an eye out for non-traditional pumpkin colors as well. Last year I did a navy and copper fall theme, and I handpainted all my own pumpkins because no one was really doing that last year. This year, I’ve seen navy and copper everywhere! So think a little out of the box!
Trays and Baskets
These serve as wonderful anchors for your table decor. Dough bowls work fabulously as well as do tier trays!
Fall Tables at My Home
Before I share the Instagram queens and their fall table decor, I’ll give you a quick tour of how I did my tables. The trays are all Hobby Lobby Clearance or thrift store upcycles; the coffee table rope basket is a super-easy DIY that you can learn to make here!
And if you want more budget-friendly tips for fall decor, I have loads right here.
25 Stunning Fall Tables – Centerpieces and Decor
Below you’ll see stunning pictures from Instagrammers and bloggers. If there are some pictures and styles that you love, be sure to follow their accounts. They are FILLED with all kinds of decorating inspiration for every season!
From Liz Marie @lizmariegalvan
Liz Marie is probably the standard for rustic farmhouse decor. She is creative and original - I love the simple color pallette here - dark, moody, cozy. I love that she incorporated pears in as well. That is definitely an underused fall decor item!
From Tina @my.farmhouse.fanatic.life
This coffee table display has some really unique pieces in here that totally work for a fall display. Vintage books are a perfect accessory, and filling an open pumpkin with some fall foliage is an excellent choice!
From Kate @100affections
Navy and copper is trending in this fall - this is one way you can incorporate it into your table decor. Very simple but a striking statement!
From Suzy at Worthing Court Blog
A rustic tool box also makes an amazing anchor for a centerpiece! There are so many ways to fill it, and I love the traditional colors used here for perfect rustic table decor.
Katie @letsstayhome_blog
If you are wanting to stay with a clean and neutral color palette, this is a beautiful example. I love the simple look. If you are a minimalist, this should be right up your alley.
From Nicole @thesaltedstripe
If you want just a little more to add to a simple white pumpkin filled dough bowl, some eucalyptus greens and a bead garland create the perfect accents!
From Amy @homeonnativetrail
All the elements needed for a fall tablescape are combined beautifully here. I especially love the hob-nailed pumpkin! A perfect example that you can have several items in the same colors but include really unique pieces.
From Mayra @cupcakecountrygirl
So many harvest feels on this one! If you love the earthy feel of fall that goes beyond just typical leaves, including wheat, barley and other farm elements bring all the coziness of fall.
From Ashley @ashrobburke
Pink pumpkins are definitely a trend this season! If you lean a little more boho in your rustic or farmhouse decor, this look is definitely one to gain some inspiration from!
From Brittany @thetennesseehome
Another very minimalist look for fall, but has that boho flair. I'm loving pampas grass for fall this year! It is so fitting in color and feel for fall!
From Jamie Jo @athomewithjamiejo
Another spin on a more minimalist look for tables this year! Dough bowls should be a staple in farmhouse style home! The gold-toned pumpkins accent the neutral theme perfectly, with the grains stylishly included.
From Elisa @ourfarmhousestylehome
Amber and brown bottles are definitely trending this year. Paired with some neutral mustard-colored leaves is just the statement piece needed for this tray! This would look amazing on a coffee table, dining table or even on the counter.
From Amber @towntofarmhouse
I love everything about this display. The earthy rustic feel combined with the decor behind just create a perfect balance of modern farmhouse and cozy rustic. Black also works as a fall accent color as well!
From Shawna @willowbrookhome, Kim @ktinspiredhome
This display uses so many elements that are on trend this year - dark brown bottles, pampas grass... not an overly traditionally fall feel that takes over but many cozy elements that bring warmth.
From Desiree @andrade.edition
This table set up has all the beautiful tradition fall colors mixed in with the natural textures as well.
Kate, A Hundred Affections 2022
I've done lots of different versions of this table - this year, I wanted to stick with a simple color scheme and simple decor. Chunky wood candle holders, a chunky wood cake stand with a brown aspen leaf centerpiece, a soft neutral cheesecloth runner - it's simplicity won me over this year!
Kate, A Hundred Affections
This was my very own tablescape for fall in 2021! I loved the sweet potato, mustard, and green combo and used it all through my whole house that season!
Chelsea, Making Manzanita
If soft pastels are your thing, you can make them work for fall, too! You can use this idea with any kind of fall decor, in colors of your choice!
Kippi, Kippi at Home
This is a creative idea for a centerpiece using kombucha bottles! I'm a huge fan of upcycling and recycling for decor, and this fall centerpiece is a super-festive idea!
Nikki, Tikkido
This fall tablescape is actually from a fall rehearsal dinner! There are so many gorgeous elements that would amazing on a fall table: real oak leaves, felt acorns, the copper mules and pumpkins... stunning.
Martina, The Lived-in Look
I love everything about this cheerful fall table! The plaid runner and napkins are a perfect contrast to the white pumpkins... and the colors on the centerpiece complement it perfectly!
Shannon, Home Made Lovely
This is just a gorgeous display for a neutral themed fall table. I just love the lush stems going down the center, the chunky wood candlesticks, the pumpkin candles... this comes together seamlessly!
Julie Blanner
I've come to so love Julie's minimalist but elegant style. With this table display, you see a masterful use of nature here- tangerines, pine cones, eucalyptus... just lovely.
Kim, Today's Creative Life
I love the traditional yet updated feel of this tablescape - the rich fall color palette, the tinted mason jars - and those pumpkin bowls! So inviting!
Roxanne, The Honeycomb Home
This is such a stylish yet sweet idea for a fall tablescape! I adore that leaf branch centerpiece, and the owl and acorn candle holders just add all the coziness of fall.
Debbie, Hip & Humble Style
I always love what Debbie comes up with for all of her seasonal decor, and her fall table did not disappoint! The bundles of wheat, the clusters of pumpkins, the warm and cozy color scheme, those gorgeous place settings... all styled to perfection. (And don't forget to sneak a peak at that mantel in the background!)
A Hundred Affections 2023
This one has a stunning centerpiece with faux berries stems in a ceramic crock. Paired with a dreamy table runner, pumpkins, and candles, it creates a cozy fall table. Includes a tray where you can keep all the essentials for eating in a stylish way!
A Hundred Affections, Neutral Version
This is another tablescape for fall I put together - more specifically for Thanksgiving, but it can be used any time for fall entertaining! This is one of my favorite ones yet.
All the Fall Table Decorating Ideas to Inspire
How beautiful were those? The creativity is off the charts! I hope you found something you really love to inspire you and give you vision for something you can create in your own home! If you need a few more fall decorating ideas for all the tables, I’ve got more in this post, along with mantel ideas, too!
More Fall Decorating Ideas
If you need some more ideas for fall – budget friendly decor, DIYs, porch inspiration, wreath projects – I’ve got them ALL here! Take a look below for more inspiration!
15 Dreamy Fall Decor Vignettes
18 Stunning Fall Mantel Decor Ideas
11 Crazy Easy (And Creative) Ways to Decorate for Fall on a Budget
30 Stunning Fall Farmhouse Porch Ideas + 10 Style Tips
25+ Amazing Rustic Fall DIY Projects
30 Classy & Cozy Fall Decorating Ideas (Mantels, Entryways, Dining/Kitchen Areas)
Budget-Friendly Fall Decorations
30 Easy & Amazing DIY Fall Wreaths
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