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30 Chic Mantel Decor Ideas to Celebrate the Fall Season

Bring on the pumpkins, berry branches and candles.

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There's nothing quite like sitting by an inviting fireplace on a fall day, surrounded by seasonal staples like scented candles, eye-catching pumpkin designs and foliage to bring the outdoors in. Since this spot in your home becomes even more of a focal point during this time of year, it's worth putting some thought into choosing the right fall mantel decor. Luckily, the options are endless. You can go for a classic setup centered on a combination of autumnal hues like orange, brown and green or take things up notch with an unexpected mix of art or unique vintage finds.

Get inspired to exercise your creativity and arrange the perfect fall mantel. It's an easy way to get your home ready for the season.

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Antique Mirrors

It's time to dust off your antique mirror collection and make your best finds a part of your mantel display. Stick to an all-white theme, but don't forget to add floral arrangements for a finishing touch.

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Monochrome Look

Benjamin Moore's Knoxville Gray, which changes throughout the day depending on the room's lighting condition, acts as the perfect backdrop for this fall-appropriate mantel setup with nature-inspired art.

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Gallery Wall

It doesn't get anymore charming than a gallery wall full of small, colorful prints. Mix and match frames to amp up the look.

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Oversized Plant

There's no reason why your plant shouldn't be a part of your mantel setup if you have a green thumb. Let it flourish alongside it, especially if you prefer to take the focus away from a TV.

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Lean Framed Art

Rather than hanging a pair of framed prints above your mantel, lean them against the wall for a relaxed look. Choose gold frames to lend contrast to a black-and-white palette.

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Colorful Halloween Mantel

Put vibrant pumpkins in pink and orange on full display, and finish the look with a playful black pennant banner.

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Artichoke Decor

Footed artichoke decor can bring a playful touch to your fall mantel display. Choose a white design to brighten your space.

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Rustic Wood Decor

Keep it simple with wooden decorative pieces that add texture to a neutral room.

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Nature-Inspired Art

Embrace your love of nature by framing your favorite landscape print or painting for the season.

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Rustic Antiques

Antiques with an old-world feel are always great for the fall season. Take a cue from this well-curated mantel, including a wall-mounted horse, and make a unique vintage find part of your decor.

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Gourds, Squash and Chestnuts

Look no further than a mix of dried gourds, squash and a garland of chestnuts to fill your living room with autumn vibes.

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Scary Halloween Frames

Guests will freak out at this Halloween mantel setup, complete with skulls and witch graphics in striking black frames.

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Berry Branches

Celebrate the arrival of fall by filling a chic vase with orange berry branches.

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Collected Look

For a collected feel, add interest to an all-white space with pots of greenery along with an assortment of decorative trays and vessels.

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Spooky Halloween Display

Kids would be impressed with this creepy Halloween mantel display, including hanging ghosts, haunted house lanterns, pumpkins and dark branches.

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Foliage and Candles

Upgrade your mantel in an instant by pairing candles with branches and dried oranges.

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Leaning Mirrors

Make it easy for natural light to bounce around the room by leaning a pair of mirrors against the wall.

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Halloween Arrangement

Celebrate Halloween with a display of pumpkins in a range of sizes. Dress them up with Halloween-appropriate words ("Boo" is a no-brainer) to make more of an impact.

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Elegant Candlesticks

You can never go wrong with candlesticks on a mantel—a no-fuss way to bring warmth into your space.

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Colors of Fall

Top pieces of plaid fabric with statement yellow foliage and charming pumpkins in varied sizes.

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Autumn Florals

Deck your mantel with lush greenery and complement it with an arrangement of flowers in a rich hue like purple.

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Wheat Stalks

Outfit your mantel with bunches of affordable wheat stalks—one of fall's most popular decorations.

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Eucalyptus Branches

Fill a colorful vase with simple eucalyptus branches for a sophisticated autumn look.

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Lamps for Symmetry

Exercise the principle of symmetry by opting for a pair of metal lamps above your fireplace. It's a great way to bring more light into your space, which is necessary during the fall months.

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Autumn Garland

When it comes to fall, it always pays to bring the outdoors in. Dressing up your mantel with dried leaves and mini pumpkins is an easy way to do it.

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Versatile Antlers

Decorative antlers are typically used to spruce up a drab wall, but they work just as well on a mantel for a rustic vibe.

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Plants and Antlers

Let a pair of tall plants frame small decorative antlers for a laid-back fall look.

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Rustic Charm

Enhance a wooden mantel with complementary accessories, like a vintage-inspired lantern, to add character to your space.

Monique Valeris Senior Home Editor, Good Housekeeping Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers decorating ideas, home tours, gift guides and more.

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