With the fall season in full swing, nothing sets the tone quite like warm lighting, soft textures, and seasonal accents that make your home feel welcoming. Lanterns are one of the most versatile ways to style your home for the season, adding charm and ambiance indoors and out. Whether on your front porch, dining table, or on your fireplace mantel, lanterns instantly create an inviting fall vibe.
With just a few creative touches, you can turn simple lanterns into eye-catching focal points. Continue below to see our fabulous collection of inspiring fall lantern decor ideas to help you bring the beauty of autumn into your home this year.
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Decorating Tips for Fall Lanterns
Mix and Match: Combine lanterns of different shapes, colors, and sizes.
Go Seasonal: Add pinecones, acorns, faux leaves, and seasonal ribbons.
Indoor + Outdoor: Use lanterns on mantels, porches, patios, and even bathrooms for ambiance.
1. Window Box Lanterns.
Place small lanterns in your window box to create a cozy nighttime glow. Layer in a trio of real or faux pumpkins and some faux fall florals for the finishing touch. (via @autumn.coven / Instagram)
2. Pumpkin-Filled Lanterns.
Fill oversized lanterns with mini pumpkins and gourds for a festive seasonal look. This one features a trio of metal outdoor lanterns full of white baby boos complemented by mums and ornamental kale for a pop of color. (via @drivenbydecor / Instagram)
3. Lanterns With Dried Florals.
Tuck dried leaves, wheat, eucalyptus, and pinecones inside a lantern for an earthy vibe. Wrap the top of your lantern with some burlap, raffia, and an artificial sunflower with a cluster of berries for the finishing touch. The lantern can be displayed on your coffee table, kitchen island, or as a centerpiece on your dining table. (via @sawtoothrustics / Instagram)
4. Lanterns With Pumpkin Decor.
Incorporate faux pumpkins inside lanterns for a seasonal touch. This @hearthandhandmagnolia lantern and pumpkins are from the @targetsdollarspot and will make the perfect addition to your fall decor. (via @laurend0824 / Instagram)
5. DIY Fall Leaf Lantern.
Turn the beauty of fall into one-of-a-kind holiday decor. These easy DIY fall leaf lanterns feature fairy lights inside the lanterns instead of candles. Gather fallen leaves from your yard or add some silk autumn leaves for some added fall vibes. This is the perfect weekend craft activity to make with your kids and can double as great holiday gifts! (via Autumn Photography Vibes / Facebook)
6. Add A Warm Candle Glow.
Use real or flameless candles inside lanterns to create a soft, cozy glow on your fireplace hearth or mantel. This decor will add a feeling of warmth to your fall decor scheme. (via @courtneyfitzp01 / Instagram)
7. Cozy Fall Lantern Vignette.
Style a cozy fall vignette by pairing a lantern with an LED candle and seasonal accents such as mini pumpkins, pinecones, and autumn leaves. Place it on a console table, side table, mantel, or entryway to welcome guests with warmth. (via @domestic_diva76 / Instagram)
8. Add Some Jack O’Lanterns.
The mix of glowing candles and pumpkin faces adds a fun, festive touch to your fall decor. The Jack O’Lanterns can be sourced at the provided link. (via @antiquefarmhouse / Instagram)
9. Fall Lantern Makeover.
Take a lantern and give it a fall makeover. This one features a flameless LED candle paired with a string of fairy lights, topped with a faux (or real) pumpkin, and a small autumn garland. TIP: Get an LED candle with batteries and a remote for easy on/off and adjustable brightness, perfect for creating a cozy glow without the hassle. (via @lifeofafoosh / Instagram)
10. Rustic Porch Lanterns.
Place metal lanterns on your porch steps in various sizes, paired with mums and pumpkins to create a welcoming pathway up to your front door. Be sure to include a fall door wreath, like this one with white pumpkins from Etsy. Similar ones can also be found at Kirkland’s, Walmart, Target, Amazon, and Pottery Barn. The doormat is from Target. (via @drivenbydecor)
11. Hanging Lanterns.
Suspend lanterns from hooks for a fall gathering indoors or outdoors. This helps to create a warm and cozy ambiance for your seasonal dinner parties. The lanterns can be sourced from the provided link. (via @antiquefarmhouse / Instagram)
12. Farmhouse Style Lantern.
Choose lanterns made of reclaimed wood for a farmhouse-inspired fall display. This one transforms a plain lantern into a beautiful fall lantern decor in just minutes! This fall lantern makes the perfect fall porch decor. (via @easy_peasy_creative_ideas / Instagram)
13. Spooky Outdoor Lanterns.
Lanterns can be used in your fall decor indoors or outdoors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Add decorations to your lanterns, such as a pumpkin and a battery-operated, LED candle, to cast a flickering glow that instantly elevates your autumn styling. This powder-coated aluminum lantern is called “Lighthouse” and can be sourced from the provided link. (via @caneline / Instagram)
14. Front Door Lanterns.
Frame your entryway with lanterns on both sides of the door or steps, creating a warm welcome. Layer in some additional fall-inspired decor, including pumpkins, mums, and a wreath on the front door. (via @willowbloomhome / Instagram)
15. Outdoor Dining Lanterns.
Use lanterns as centerpieces on a fall outdoor dining table for a cozy, intimate dining experience. This autumn tablescape was styled with an assortment of pumpkins, classic fairy lanterns, and a dried oak forest wreath sourced from @balsamhill. (via @toni_marianna / Instagram)
16. Lanterns With Pumpkins.
When decorating for fall, your kitchen is the perfect place to showcase seasonal touches. Fill iron lanterns with pumpkins and fairy lights for a cozy fall vibe. Layer in some additional fall decor, such as the “Fairytale Pumpkin Garland,” which adds a festive and whimsical touch to the space. The Fairytale Pumpkin Garland complements the wreath with matching autumnal details. Both are sourced from the provided link. (via @balsamhill / Instagram)
17. Autumn On The Porch.
Use lanterns to create a magical entrance for your guests. Add seasonal accents such as pumpkins or autumn leaves to set a warm, inviting tone before they even step inside. (via @livetpalahaugen / Instagram)
18. Lanterns For Autumn Welcome.
We love how the lanterns glow in this cozy autumn scene. The Oslo lanterns were sourced from @festivelightsltd. (via @luke_into_my_world / Instagram)
19. Beautiful Fall Vignette.
This fall vignette is adorned with faux fall foliage and a pumpkin, adding the perfect touch of fall to a sofa table in the living room. (via @my_nest_in_the_midwest / Instagram)
20. Inviting Lantern Display.
Layer different sizes of lanterns together on your entryway table or fireplace hearth for a warm and inviting focal point in your home. (via @decoratingwithjazigreen / Instagram)
21. Rustic Fall Lanterns.
Decorate your porch steps for fall with rustic lanterns filled with candles for a warm glow. Add some fall plants and pumpkins to complete the look with seasonal color and texture. (via @livetpalahaugen / Instagram)
22. Lanterns In The Garden.
For this magical entryway, the designer followed the vines and greenery flowing from the owner’s beloved garden to create the most beautiful entrance, ready to glow all autumn long. (via @evangraydesign / Instagram)
23. Mantel Lantern Display.
Mix lanterns with garlands and pumpkins across the fireplace mantel. The lantern is from @tjmaxx, while the clock is from @vintagebirchdesigns. The garland is from @hobbylobby, and the faux apples are from @laurelgroveshop. (via @favoredfarmhouse / Instagram)
24. Glass Lanterns With Fall Decor.
Fill glass lanterns with acorns, pinecones, faux berries, pumpkins, potpourri, or anything else fall-inspired. Display the lanterns on your entry, porch, or console table. The lanterns were sourced from @decorsteals. (via @favoredfarmhouse / Instagram)
25. Lanterns On The Patio.
When decorating your patio, bring fall vibes into your space with loads of pumpkins, mums, and a pair of lanterns for autumn warmth. A set of string lights will also help to create a magical glow and make your patio feel extra cozy for fall evenings. (via @kjp / Instagram)
26. Create A Cozy Fall Glow.
Nothing says autumn like the warm flicker of candlelight surrounded by rich fall foliage. This rustic wood lantern, featuring blue candles and burnt orange stems, is the perfect accent to make your house feel welcoming and seasonal. Place it on your kitchen island, coffee table, dining table, fireplace mantle, or entryway and let it set the mood throughout the season. (via @the_mustard_seed_shop / Instagram)
27. Neutral Fall Lantern.
Decorate your home with simple and neutral fall touches. This whitewashed open lantern is decorated with a floral sphere that can be added to your fireplace mantel or your bookcase shelves for a cozy layered decor moment. (via @rustedfence / Instagram)
28. Add A Pop Of Color.
The red lantern on these porch steps adds a cheerful splash of color to celebrate the cozy autumn season. Add some garland and orange pumpkins for the perfect finishing fall touch. (via Anchored In Elegance)
29. Rustic Lantern Centerpiece.
Create an autumn centerpiece on your dining table by arranging a lantern, a redware rooster, and a pewter pitcher of greenery in a wooden tray. Add gourds and vines for color and texture, along with make-do corn ears and a striped napkin bundled in a metal ring for softness. (via @countrysampler / Instagram)
30. Autumn Lantern Centerpiece.
Incorporate pinecones, cinnamon sticks, fall leaves, and a small pumpkin around your lantern for a seasonal touch to your fall dining table centerpiece. (via @0ct0berl0ve / Instagram)
31. Pumpkin Lantern Swag.
Wrap garlands of faux leaves, faux flowers, or berries around lantern handles with ribbon for an extra seasonal touch. This can be displayed anywhere in your home, your kitchen counter, entry console table, coffee table, or even your powder room. (via @kristenscreations12 / Instagram)
32. Beautiful Mantle Display.
Lanterns on the mantel and hearth are simple yet elegant. The double-sided sign above the mantel from @krumpetshomedecor is a clever idea, with “There is always something to be Thankful for” on one side and a Halloween message on the other to celebrate both seasons in style. (via @motherthyme / Instagram)
33. Simple Fall Table Centerpiece.
This easy DIY features an upcycled rusty metal lantern (try scavening flea markets or antique stores) and a grapevine wreath with bittersweet. This will make an attractive centerpiece for your fall table display. (via Serendipity Refined)
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