Ripe russet

Nothing captures the mood of autumn better than the richness of terracotta and earthy neutrals, punctuated by soft sage tones

HOMES Inspiration for a beautiful abode

Seasonal decorative touches to bring the outdoors in

FOR JOHN KEATS, AUTUMN WAS THE SEASON OF MISTS AND MELLOW FRUITFULNESS. HERE, THE COUNTRY LIVING TEAM AND FRIENDS HIGHLIGHT WHAT THIS TIME OF YEAR MEANS TO THEM – FROM CRAFTING WREATHS TO BOTTLING SLOE GIN

THEY’D NO LONGER BE MEEK AND MILD. THIS SEASON, DESIGNERS ARE FAVOURING A BOLDER TAKE ON PAINT SHADES AND CREATING HARMONY WITH NEUTRAL FURNISHINGS

Peter Marriott discusses simple ways of capturing the look of the most romantic of seasons.