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Bring Autumn Indoors: Cosy Kids’ Room Colours

Posted on by Gosia Lakoma
23
Sep

Autumn Colours for Kids’ Rooms: More Than Meets the Eye

It might feel like a trivial subject, autumn colours. But when you look closer, there’s so much to explore. The colour, the vibe, the atmosphere of autumn can completely transform a child’s room. Let’s narrow it down to a few aspects that can be especially powerful in kids’ interiors.

Warmth & Cosiness

Autumn is all about comfort — the soft glow of orange leaves, golden sunlight, earthy browns. These tones bring a natural sense of warmth into a room. For children, that warmth translates into a feeling of safety and belonging.

Even a single accent, like a sun-shaped pillow in orange and white, makes the space feel inviting.

Think warm yellow, deep orange, and chocolate brown.

Add them through textiles: pillows, blankets, canopies, or a bold play tent.

Gender Neutrality

One of the great advantages of autumn colours is how versatile they are. Unlike the typical pinks or blues often assigned to kids’ rooms, autumn shades sit beautifully in both boys’ and girls’ interiors. They’re timeless and practical.

Parents looking for a design that will last years without feeling “too babyish” or “too themed” will find autumn palettes especially useful.

In a nursery, soft browns and creams create a soothing base, while touches of mustard or burnt orange add character.

For older kids, layering cushions in different autumn hues creates a fun but balanced space.

Bring Autumn Indoors: Cosy Kids’ Room Colours

Here are some highlights:

Autumn kids’ room decor:

  1. Orange teepee tent → creates a cozy play zone.
  2. Velvet leaf pillows (yellow & brown) → layering makes the bed or floor look intentional, not random.
  3. Linen brown cloud pillow → doubles as décor and soft support.
  4. Sun pillow (orange & white) → a bold accent, brightens neutral rooms.
  5. Corduroy crayon pillow (brown) → sturdy, solid, perfect as backrest or floor seat.

Corduroy crayon pillow (brown)

Sturdy and solid, perfect as a backrest or extra floor seat. (Medium-big)
→ View this Brown Crayon here

Linen brown cloud pillow

Doubles as décor and soft support during play or quiet time.. (Medium)
→ View Brown Cloud pillow here

Orange teepee tent

Creates a cozy play zone where children can hide, read, or daydream.
→ View The Orange Tent here

Velvet leaf pillows (yellow & brown)

Layering them makes the bed or floor look intentional, not random (medium-sized pillows).
→ View Yellow Leaf Pillow here and Brown Leaf Pillow here

white raw cotton bed canopy with comfortable and solid sun pillow white orange for kids room
comfortable and solid sun pillow in white orange and on a wicker chair

Sun pillow (orange & white)

A bold accent that brightens even the most neutral rooms. ( big pillow)
→ View Sun pillow here

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Check Once Upon A Sky Room Concept with the Autumn colours
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Autumn colours may sound simple, but they hold incredible power in children’s interiors. Warmth and cosiness, gender neutrality, and the inspiration of natural shapes make them more than just a seasonal choice — they’re a timeless palette that grows with your child.

If you’re looking for a practical way to bring these ideas to life, explore our autumn-inspired décor collection. From pillows to tents, each piece is designed to bring warmth, durability, and a touch of nature into your child’s room.

Styling tip: It’s okay to be generous

Autumn isn’t about minimalism, it’s about abundance — layers of leaves, layers of colour, layers of comfort. The same idea works in a child’s room. Don’t limit yourself to a single cushion or one accent. Mix shapes and textures freely: a star with a flower, velvet with cotton, frills with simple lines.

That’s how you create both charm and comfort. These pieces won’t sit unused — they’ll become part of everyday life, whether on the bed, scattered on the floor, or piled up in a reading corner. And the best part? They’ll stay with your child for years, growing into the rhythms of play, rest, and imagination.

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Free Kids’ Room Design Resources with Moodboards

Want help designing your child’s room?

If this post gave you ideas, let’s turn them into something real:

  • Download a free, ready-to-use moodboard: instant clarity for colours, layout, and styling.
  • Do it yourself and get crucial info on how to design your Nursery: ‘Nursery SOS’ e-book here
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Let’s create a space that feels like home for your child — and makes life easier for you.

Gosia Lakoma