I always go on about how much I love the summer so I thought I would create a
post with a list of the things I love about Autumn to remind me of the magic of
this time of year! I've been a little obsessed with Pinterest lately and have
Autumnal related boards that have inspired me greatly.
All images (except the woodland walks & candles which are mine) came from Pinterest, you can find them on my board: Autumn where the original sources are all linked.
Autumn Colours/Leaves: The sheer beauty of the colours in nature has to be my
absolute favourite thing about Autumn. The reds, oranges, golds, greens and
browns all together are just magical!
Woodland Walks: I enjoy a woodland walk with crisp fresh air, the sunlight
dappled through the trees and multicoloured leaves crunching under my feet. I
like to take my camera out with me to capture the beautiful colours and if I'm
lucky a scurrying woodland creature!
Fancy Hot Drinks: I always get excited if I see a fancy flavoured or spiced
drink in a coffee shop and immediately have to try it! From Pumpkin Spiced
Lattes and Cinnamon Hot Chocolates to Hot Apple Cider, Autumn is the time to
try them all.
Knitwear: Ooh I do love a cozy knit, preferably with some kind of woodland
creature printed on the front! I usually pair mine with a skater skirt and ankle
boots or my favourite skinny jeans. Perfect for snuggly days on the sofa or for
keeping warm on those woodland walks.
Boots: I love my boots! They are comfy, toasty and support my poorly feet and
ankles yet they always look so stylish! Whether they're ankle or knee high (I
don't own any thigh high!) I love wearing them with skirts/dresses, tights &
leg warmers or tucked into my skinny jeans.
New A/W Season Fashion: The transition from Summer to Autumn means a brand
new selection a fashion & accessories arrive online and in the shops, and
with that a chance to overhaul your wardrobe. It's really hard to resist the
urge to get spendy!
Berry Lips // Autumn Makeup: This is the time of year to put the nudes to one
side and add a bit colour in your make up! The colours we wear in our clothing
in the autumn really lend themselves to deeper lip colours and plum or copper
toned eye shadows. They will brighten up your face on those stark cold days.
TV Show Premieres: Autumn usually means the start of the new TV season and I
settle down to watch new episodes of my favourite shows like The Big Bang
Theory, Once Upon a Time & Downton Abbey.
Lighting: Along with the colours at this time of year the low lighting levels
make the outdoors look even more beautiful and perfect for dream photography
sessions.
Halloween: I didn't do much for Halloween this year except burn my Halloween
scented candles and watch the Strictly Come Dancing Halloween Special! However I
usually love Halloween for the pumpkin carving, spooky decorations, fancy dress
and the excuse to bake sweet treats.
Baking: Due to the increase in rainy days during the Autumn I look for more
indoor activities and my love of baking is reignited! There is nothing I love
more than the smell of freshly baked cakes, cookies or bread in the oven and the
proud feeling of "I made that!"
Candles: Whether or not you're a candle nutcase like me this is the time of year
when a lot of people will burn candles. The nights are drawing in and it feels
cozy to have some lovely candle light flickering in your home. The best
fragrances are available during autumn/winter too ranging from sweet and spicy,
frosted berries to those crisp and fresh outdoors scents!
Bonfire Night: Holding sparklers in your gloved hands, the scent of toffee
apples and watching multicoloured fireworks exploding in the sky - that's
bonfire night to me.
What are your favourite things about Autumn? Let me know in the comments.
