No matter the season, we always want our interiors to feel cozy and inviting—especially if it's a small-space studio. When it comes to decorating your space to fit a warmer, hygge-focused bill, we've rounded up a few subtle décor ideas that will help—whether you're doing a full overhaul or a few small updates.

Just like your wardrobe, making your space feel more curated is all about layering, and it's a design concept that's pretty simple to execute: Add fuzzy textures, warm neutrals, and natural materials to start. If you don't know where to go from there, we've got you covered. Keep reading for 10 tips for fall decorating that will instantly give your space a cozy feel.

01 Choose Wood for the Win

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Don't get us wrong: We're all for acrylic furniture, but there's something homey about warm woods that make us want to curl up and relax. Adding one wooden piece, like a nightstand or bookshelf, is an easy way to incorporate the material without going overboard.

02 Create a Comfy Nook

If your room has a corner, you have all the beginnings of a reading nook. All you need is to add is a plush chair, an end table, a reading lamp, and, of course, a few books or magazines. Trust us, nothing is more inviting than a charming and inviting nook on a brisk fall day.

03 Keep It Light

Mixing a few shades of cream in a room balances lightness and warmth with an extreme chic factor. Plus, if your space lacks natural light, keeping the decor pale will trick the eye into thinking that the room is sunnier than it is.

04 Embrace Hygge

There's no direct English translation of the Danish word hygge, but that doesn't mean we don't understand the concept. It means creating an atmosphere of warmth at home using soft texture and cozy layers. For some, this translates to cable knit blankets and plush pillows, and for others, it's about greenery and natural light.

05 Neutralize the Space

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By staying with a neutral color palette with your larger furnishings, you have more wiggle room to experiment with new trends and whims. Think about it: If you buy a bright blue sofa, you're limited to a specific color scheme, but if you buy a neutral sofa, you can switch up the space whenever you want.

06 Light a Fire

Few things can evoke that comfy-cozy feeling like the warmth and crackle of a fire. If you don't have a fireplace, try lighting a few candles to harness the flicker and ambient glow of a flame.

07 Opt for Warm Metallics

An autumn color palette is all about capturing the organic beauty of the season—just envision the reds, yellows, oranges, and browns that dictate the fall landscape. That doesn't mean you need to limit your décor to those colors, however. Warm metallics such as brass and copper allow you to harness those fiery hues, but in a more modern way. Bring the trend home with a brass table lamp, a pair of copper candlesticks, or an oversized copper bowl filled with red apples or mini pumpkins.

08 Layer on Leather

Not only does leather embody the warm hues and textures that are synonymous with fall décor, the material (real or faux) also adds a little edge and ruggedness to final designs. Take this light-filled guest room, for example: The spool-style day bed skews sweet with its curved form and coordinating bedding in crisp white. However, a leather stool and fringed leather pillow anchor the look in a contemporary vibe.

09 Create Spaces to Gather

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The cozy feel of fall is conducive to whiling away the hours in the company of a good book, a good friend, or both. Enlist overstuffed furniture, plush pillows, and thought-provoking reading material to realize a space that invites cuddling and sparks conversation.

10 Give Your Mantel a Makeover

Plush pumpkins in unexpected blue tones join statement art to create an eye-catching display on this architecturally inspired mantel. Note how the blue tones are found elsewhere throughout the room, including the ginger jar lamp, the blue-and-white area rug, and the decorative jar on the coffee table. A profusion of houseplants adds to the space's boho feel.