‘Apple Crisp’ is the new ‘Pumpkin Spice’ – here’s how to get a fall look at home

From spicy lattes to delicious candles, Pumpkin Spice has been the fall trend for years. It’s been the favorite flavor of the season for years.

But that’s all about to change with a new, delicious fragrance that’s ready to take the spotlight.

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This fall, it’s all about ‘Apple Crisp’ — and it’s influencing everything from fashion to home decor.

With its warm colour palette and soothing scent, Apple Crisp really comes to life this season.

While Pumpkin Spice is a rich, spicy blend of ginger, orange, cardamom, and pumpkin, Apple Crisp is sweeter and fruitier with musky notes and smells of apples, cinnamon, and vanilla.

Luckily, there is an expert present who is happy to share his best tips on how to bring a cozy atmosphere into your home and give it an autumnal charm.

Cassandra Leisz, creative director of innovative interiors brand Ruggable, says it’s all about warmth, comfort and earthy tones.

To bring that home, Cassandra says: “To capture the essence of freshly baked apple crumble, it’s best to choose warm, inviting colours like red, yellow, orange and dark brown.

“You can do this by introducing soft, textured throws and cushions to add both visual and physical comfort to your living room room.

“Perfect for cozy autumn days that can differ per season.

“In larger rooms with lots of floor space, add a patterned rug in rich red, brown or cream tones.

“It’s a great way to transform the space with rustic charm and fall colors.”

Connect the theme with a warm glow

Another way to do this is to place warm lighting in your home.

She says: “Warm lighting is essential for an autumnal glow.

You can achieve this by placing a few candles on the table. This will create a rustic, warm atmosphere.

For maximum effect, choose scented candles or tea lights with a cider or mulled wine scent.

“Or, for a longer-lasting ambiance, drape warm, soft white fairy lights around your living room, dining room or along the mantelpiece for subtle lighting.”

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Create the delicious scent

Nothing evokes the feeling of crisp apples like the warm scent of apples, cinnamon and vanilla.

Cassandra advises: “To complete the atmosphere in your home, create the scent of apple pie.

“Look for scented candles, room fresheners, diffusers or potpourri in scents like ‘apple pie’, ‘mulled wine’ and ‘cinnamon spice’ to create a lovely fragrant atmosphere.

Place them anywhere in the house, especially in the living room and kitchen, where many people pass by.

“If you prefer to use a diffuser, mix apple, cinnamon, and clove essential oils for a similar effect.”

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Create a cozy first impression with an autumnal welcome at your front door

The string is all about apples, so why not hang a beautiful apple wreath from it? Or better yet, make one yourself?

This can help create a welcoming first impression, Cassandra explains.

She adds: “Welcome guests at your front door with a wreath of faux apples, cinnamon sticks, and dried leaves.

“You can even involve the family in making it. This immediately sets a cozy tone at the entrance of your home.

“Replace your summer doormat with one with an autumn motif of apples, leaves or an inviting autumn message.

“For an extra touch, you can place some apples and pumpkins on the door display. This follows the trend and adds a natural element to your display.”

Budget-Friendly Tips to Create the ‘Apple Crisp’ Look

CASSANDRA also shared some budget-friendly tips to add a touch of the ‘Apple Crisp’ look to your home decor.

She says, “For a budget-friendly, natural touch, try gathering dried twigs, red and orange leaves, pine cones, and acorns from outside.

“Spread them over the mantelpiece, coffee table or dining table to enhance the autumn feeling.

“This is an easy way to embrace the change of seasons and give your home a fall makeover on a budget.

“If you already have apples in your fruit bowl, you can follow the trend by adding these apples to your table decorations on plates and garnishing with cinnamon sticks.

“This is a fun way to set the table and a perfect healthy snack!”