Put down the pumpkin! How to create a cosy home this autumn – without the cliches

From tactile textures to softer lighting, these expert-approved updates bring all the warmth of autumn while steering clear of Sleepy Hollow vibes • Professional organisers’ tips for a tidy home After a long, hot summer, the autumn chill is creeping in and, according to social media, that means one thing: cosy season.

I’m all for a blanket, a candle and those gorgeous amber and russet shades, but I’m less convinced that welcoming autumn requires turning your home into Sleepy Hollow. Pumpkins, faux foliage and Jack Skellington-shaped everything might be some people’s idea of heaven, but I’d rather bring in…