21 Fall Mantel Ideas for a Warm and Cozy Fireplace

Get inspired to welcome fall with these beautiful fall mantel ideas. I’m sharing 21 stunning real life fall mantels full of simple decorating ideas and inspiration for mantels of all kinds.

Over the years I’ve come to enjoy seasonal decorating more and more. There’s just something that feels right about embracing the changing seasons throughout the year.

I still don’t decorate every fall – some seasons of life are just too busy for that. But when I do, I’ve found that are three main areas I like to focus on that really make a big impact:

  • the front porch
  • the fireplace mantel
  • a centerpiece for the table

If I add fall decor to those three spots, it really makes my whole house feel fresh and ready to welcome the coming season.

Looking for fall porch decorating ideas? I’ve got you covered with 29 gorgeous fall front porch decorating ideas for porches of all shapes and sizes.

The fireplace really is the perfect spot to decorate for fall. There’s just nothing like curling up next to the fireplace on a chilly fall night with a blanket and a good book.

There are lots of ways to add touches of fall to your mantel. Whether you want to go big and make a huge statement or add just a few simple touches, these are the elements that tend to really help give that fall feel.

  • Natural fall elements – acorns, wheat stalks, fall leaves, magnolia leaves, eucalyptus
  • Decor in classic fall colors
  • Things that evoke cozy fall nights by the fire – candles, lanterns, stacks of firewood
  • Items with lots of texture – baskets, wheat stalks, chunky knit blankets
  • Fall artwork and signs
  • And of course, pumpkins – real pumpkins, concrete pumpkins, woven pumpkins, velvet pumpkins, pumpkins of all shapes, sizes, and styles

I’ve gathered 21 absolutely stunning fall fireplace mantels that range from the super simple to the grand. These fall mantels represent all different decorating styles including rustic, traditional, farmhouse, boho, modern, and more. And every single one left me feeling inspired to get up and go create a gorgeous fall mantel of my own.

Fall Mantel Decorating Ideas

You can find more details about each fall mantel at the link below each photo.

dark and moody neutral fall mantel

Vintage Neutral Fall Mantel from The Happy Housie

This dark, moody mantel has all the fall vibes. From the bundles of wheat to the lanterns and pumpkins, everything looks warm and cozy and really pops against that dark paint.

fall mantel with colorful art work

Colorful Fall Mantel Display from Worthing Court

This bright and colorful fall mantel is a great example of how sometimes just a few subtle touches is all you need. I never would have thought of blue and white chinoiserie as fall decor but with the subtle addition of a few pumpkins and fall stems, it’s perfect.

rich autumn colors on brick mantel

Rich Autumn Colors Fall Mantel from DIY Beautify

This fall mantel has some really great texture and pops of color. And I absolutely love the finish on the fireplace itself too! It looks like German Shmear but Cindy from DIY Beautify actually got this finish using chalk paint.

fall mantel with diy leaf garland

Fall Mantel with Felt Leaf Garland from Tatertots and Jello

This simple fall mantel is beautiful. I love that beautiful pile of velvet pumpkins on the hearth and those mini houses lit from within work perfectly for fall, Christmas, and all winter long.

fall mantel display with chinoiserie

Family Room Fall Mantel Display from Our Southern Home

I love the blue, white, and orange color scheme of this simple fall mantel. Those mini pumpkins really add the fall vibes and would be easy to replace with pillar candles for the rest of the year.

fall mantel with magnolia garland

Elegant Fall Mantel with Magnolia Garland from Celebrate and Decorate

This mantel is such a great example of how sometimes bigger really is better! Instead of trying to find a million tiny things to fill the mantel, sticking to just one or two large items can look amazing. In this case, just one huge, chunky garland loaded with pumpkins and a fall sign make a huge impact.

thrifted fireplace fall decor

Modern Fall Fireplace with Thrifted Finds from Sadie Seasongoods

I love how bright and happy this colorful fall mantel is! All of the colorful painted pumpkins pair perfectly with the vintage brass candleholders.

fall fireplace with traditional autumn colors

5 Designer Tips for Decorating a Fall Mantel from In My Own Style

This pretty fall mantel is a beautiful example of how adding layers to your mantel can really make a big impact. And I love that beautiful wood bead garland with the colorful tassels!

decorating a mantel with a tv for fall

Tips for Decorating a Mantel for Fall with a Television from Stone Gable

Sometimes when your TV is over the mantel, there really isn’t a lot of room left for decor. I love how these super simple touches bring in that fall feeling while still sticking with the neutral color scheme of the rest of the room.

nature inspired fall mantel

Nature-Inspired Fall Mantel from Grace in my Space

I don’t typically think of green as a fall color, but this magnolia leaf garland and simple green bottles look so pretty and perfect for fall. And the stacks of wood and pumpkins on the hearth add the perfect cozy touch.

fall mantel with anthropologie inspired mirror

Fall Mantel with Anthropologie Dupe Mirror from Bless This Nest

As much as I love a super simple mantel, I also love the wild unruliness of this fireplace. From the layered woodcuts in the firebox to the wild explosion of greenery, it’s a riot of nature that’s perfectly balanced by the elegant mirror and candlesticks.

Cozy Fall Mantel from Inspired by Charm

This fall mantel is as cozy as they come. From the firelight and candles to the amber glass, it all makes me think of cozy nights relaxing by the fire.

green painted wood fireplace decorated for fall

Wood Mantel Decor for Fall from My Creative Days

There’s something so incredibly striking about this huge collection of pumpkins on wood pillars and candlesticks. And I really love how they pop against that gorgeous green mantel.

French country style fall mantel decor

Fall Mantel Decor with a French Country Style from Tidbits and Twine

Blue and white pumpkins, greenery, and candles give this pretty mantel lots of fall flair while still highlighting that gorgeous mirror in the background.

soft autumn colors in fall mantel

Fall Mantel in Soft Autumn Colors from Maison de Cinq

This fall mantel is so elegant and understated. With mostly natural touches, it gives a beautiful timeless feel to the fireplace.

neutral fall mantel with eucalyptus wreath

Cozy Neutral Fall Mantel Decor from Thistlewood Farms

This beautiful mantel is full of so much texture between the wheat stack, the woven elements, and that chunky basket. And even better, at the post linked above, Karianne from Thistlewood Farms walks you step-by-step through how to put together a beautiful fall mantel.

rustic fall mantel with book page garland

Rustic Fall Mantel with Book Page Garland from The Ponds Farmhouse

I never would have even realized that big, beautiful fall leaf garland was actually made from old book pages at first sight! Paired with the rustic gourds, it’s giving me so many vibes of crunching through fall leaves on a brisk day.

boho decor fall mantel

Boho Style Fall Mantel Decor from The DIY Mommy

Here’s another great example of a beautiful fall mantel that’s super simple and sticks to neutral colors that would look beautiful in any room.

fall mantel with oversized signs

Warm and Cozy Fall Mantel Decor from She Gave it a Go

The fun pumpkin sign and fall leaf garland are classic fall touches that look perfect on this fall mantel, especially when paired with understated wood candlesticks and heirloom pumpkins.

deep autumn colors on fall mantel

Traditional Fall Mantel Ideas from Decorate and More with Tip

If you love traditional decor, this mantel is for you. Everything from the artwork over the fireplace to the flowers on the coffee table look beautiful, intentional, and perfectly coordinated.

farmhouse style fall mantel

Farmhouse Style Fall Mantel Decor from First Day of Home

I love the beautiful quote on that sign over the fireplace! And everything else around it from the colorful fall leaves to the mini pumpkins works together to bring the spirit of the quote to life.


Wow, I hope you are feeling as inspired as I am to decorate your fireplace mantel for fall after seeing these gorgeous ideas!

Here are even more ideas to help you decorate your home for fall:

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