Southern Fall Charm

Use natural elements, antiques and DIY projects to bring your outdoor fall spaces to life.

- KRISTIN DOWDING

Cornstalks, pumpkins and mums are quintessential elements for an outdoor fall. As some of her go-to décor pieces, Master Gardener and Instagram influencer Rhonda Kaiser of Southern Home and Farm uses them to inspire a feeling of autumnal celebration in her outdoor spaces.

Rhonda likes to include classic fall elements in her vignettes. "I'm a fan of the traditional fall hues: warm browns, taupes, oranges, creams and ivories," she says. But she's able to make it her own, too. "I like to describe my style as Southern farmhouse style at its best with a unique Texas twist," she says. This balance results in charming and unique outdoor spaces that her friends and family can all enjoy.

EMBRACE THE SEASON

Living on a farm in Southeast Texas inspires Rhonda to use natural items such as seasonal veggies and plant life. "As an avid gardener, one of my favorite techniques to utilize when decorating for any holiday is to include fruits and veggies that are harvested during that season," she says. "There's something about including crops in your decorated spaces that not only offers a beautiful splash of color, but also gives them a polished look."