The season officially changed this week to our beloved fall (and also became Libra season:)) So, for the design/holiday decor lover, that means it’s time to deck your fall front doors and porches with pumpkins, squashes, festive wreaths, etc. And if you are a Halloween enthusiast, maybe a spooky (or welcoming) skeleton too. Now, for those of us who love a little festiveness but aren’t really the types to go FULL OUT, this post is for you! I put together what Caitlin so brilliantly coined “Grab & Go” Combos. Just 3-4 items to give a little curb appeal and make you feel festive every time you walk through your front door. I’m starting with a couple of Halloween combos, then the rest are strictly fall-inspired.

Faux Lit Black Berry Wreath | 3 Piece DIY Decorative Pumpkin Set | Chihuahua Skeleton | Beware Doormat

I’m starting with the more “adult version” because this is what I would do if I had an actual front door to decorate (it just doesn’t hit the same inside an apartment building, you know?) The colors are very monochrome, the vibe is “spooky chic”, and I love it. The wreath is SO good and currently on sale! It’s pre-lit, and the perfect “creepy” vibe without being too on the nose. Now let’s go to the doormat. I love it! And honestly, depending on your sense of humor could be a year-round rug:) But to really “Halloween” it up, there must be pumpkins. I love these ones, and they are actually meant to be painted if you want a DIY project. I think you could easily leave them white or just go grab some pumpkins at the store and spray paint them. I do think that might end up being close to the same price, and these ones are reusable. Lastly, a little skeleton figurine! It doesn’t have to be this one, but I think getting some kind of skeletal decor will officially nail this look.

Spooky Halloween Bat Live Wreath | 10″ Lit Metal Pumpkin Lantern | 19.75″ Lit Triple Stacked Pumpkins | Kids Ed Emberley Bat Doormat

Here’s a fun, more kid-friendly version! I also LOVE this wreath. It’s not cheap, and you might be able to DIY something similar, but if you are like me…that’s probably not happening, ha. I think it’s both elevated and fun and will last many, many years because it’s pretty timeless. Moving along! As soon as I saw that doormat, I knew I had to include it. It’s actually what this whole combo was based around. How cute is it?? We love a friendly bat! West Elm is kinda killing it. Then, for kids, goofy pumpkins are kinda a must-have. I like how the stacked pumpkins and the lantern pumpkin (less goofy, I know) give the combos different height levels, and both have a classic orange glow. Adding a few more real “kid-carved” pumpkins might not be a bad idea either:)

Now, let’s talk fall-only front door combos…

Burgundy Umbrella Sedge Dried Wreath | Bishop Ceramic Indoor/Outdoor Pedestal Planter | Allston Outdoor Doormat

Not to pick favorites, but I think this might be it for me personally (but I love all my kids, I promise!). That STUNNING burgundy wreath is under $50, WHAT?! It is for either indoor or covered outdoor use, so if that works for you, then this purchase is a go. It’s plush and cool and very on trend while still looking classic. Then notice how that great doormat ($35) has some burgundy in it to effortlessly tie in with the wreath. Finally, is it a modern traditional design if there isn’t a hit of black? I think not. This planter is clean, simple, and perfectly modern. It’s not as affordable as the other two pieces, but it’s also something that can go with any style, and you would want to keep forever. Pick a plant of your choice, and you are all set for the fall!

Dried Jasmine Wreath | Rattan Reversible Outdoor Planter Basket | French Creel Coir Mat

Maybe you love fall, but you are less into the fall traditional color palette. This is for you. That dried Jasmine wreath is so beautiful. The hits of brown and gold give this combo the “fall feel”. Then that doormat is also more “fall leaning” but is great for the fall and Christmas (with different decor) around it. It also comes in a few other colors. That rattan planter is great for year-round front door decor and is reversible! I think a little brown leaf tree would be perfect to really drive home the fall-inspired look.

Dried Natural Wheat Wreath | 25″ Outdoor Lantern | Stacked Doormat

And finally, we have my true blue modern combo. The doormat is what I started with, and I love it (it also comes in green). This is also a mat that is great for year-round use! But to really drive the “modern harvest” vibe, this dried wheat wreath is perfect. It gives a hint of rustic, but is balanced by the doormat and that great outdoor lantern. It’s classic, tall, and you can easily add a real or battery-operated candle. This combo is simple, cool, and versatile (well, aside from the very fall-specific wreath:))

Hope this was helpful and shows that you don’t need a whole big front door setup with a ton of decor pieces to make a beautiful and festive impact. Grab & go, baby!

Love you, mean it.

Opening Image Credits (Left to Right): Left Photo by Kailtin Green, From: Our Front Porch Decorated For Halloween | Center Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp, From: My Spooky (And Super Simple) Kid-Approved Halloween Decor | Right Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp, From: Make Your Home Fall Ready With 7 Simple Tricks