16 autumn wreaths – style up the front door, mantelpiece, or create a table centerpiece

As summer draws to an end, adding an autumn wreath to your front door is a great way to embrace the change in seasons, with all its promise of cosy jumpers, golden leaves, hot chocolate, and pumpkin patches!

You can opt for a real autumn wreath crafted from foraged finds in the wood – think pine cones, berries, fallen leaves, and dried grasses – or if you want your seasonal decor to last a little longer, there is now a great selection of artificial autumn wreaths on the market that will soon have your front door styled to perfection.

And, of course, a wreath isn’t only for the front door. You can hang your favourite design on an internal door, or lay it flat and use it as a statement centerpiece on the dining table. Add in some fairy lights and you’ll soon banish any trace of the incoming winter blues and find yourself embracing the darker nights.

To help you get inspired for the season ahead, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite designs, including pared-back wreaths for an understated look, and full-on autumnal extravaganzas.

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16 autumn wreaths we love

1. Autumn Berries Door Wreath

Perfect for creating a showstopping entranceway, the jewel tones of this autumn wreath create some first-rate front door decor. Plus, the addition of those subtle pine sprigs and red berries means this wreath is versatile enough to see you all through autumn and into winter, doubling up as a Christmas wreath; that's what we call great value.
Diameter: 40cm Shop now: Autumn Berries Door Wreath, £38, Not On The High St.

2. Dried Flower Wreath Making Kit

This understated autumn wreath makes the perfect transition from summer to autumn, with the plain gold hoop allowing dried helichrysum, haver, phalaris, setarea and nigella to take centerstage. It comes ready to assemble, making it the perfect craft project for a rainy autumn day, or a brilliant gift for a friend.
Diameter: 38cm Shop now: Dried Flower Wreath Making Kit, £30, Marks & Spencer

3. Autumn Dried Wreath

This hand-crafted wreath made up of natural dried florals, burnished fruits and berries, seeds and cones encapsulate all the colour and bounty of autumn. Our only gripe is that we wish it were bigger! However, the 24cm circle looks great styled on an internal door, mantelpiece, shelving, or as the centerpiece on a smaller dining table.
Diameter: 24cm Shop now: Autumn Dried Wreath, £19, Bloom

4. Faux Dried Flower Wreath

This exuberant wreath with sprays of dried grass and autumn blooms makes a showstopping focal point on the front door or as a seasonal wall hanging indoors. Despite its realism, the dried foliage is all faux, which helps it to withstand the elements if you opt to display it to the neighbourhood.
Diameter: 55cm Shop now: Faux Dried Flower Wreath, £29.99, Etsy

5. & Pinecone Autumn Wreath

If the usual orange tones of autumn aren't your thing then this natural-look green eucalyptus and pinecone wreath makes a great alternative, with mini white pumpkins adding an understated nod to the season. The wreath comes with mini micro lights included for a warm white glow.
Diameter: 50cm Shop now: Pumpkin & Pinecone Autumn Wreath, £49.99, Lights4Fun

6. Autumnal Sola Wreath

We love the quick and easy win of styling an autumn wreath leaned up against a mantelpiece or shelving for a simple seasonal decor update, and this beautifully crafted option from Bloom is sure to impress. Blending russets, oranges and greens, the petals of this wreath are made from renewable Sola wood, combined with faux berries, natural fir cones, and velvet pumpkins.
Diameter: 37cm Shop now: Autumnal Sola Wreath, £35, Bloom

7. Naked Autumn Wreath

Simple yet stylish, this pared-back autumn wreath made from a hoop of twisted rattan twigs lets the orange tones of the sculptural maple leaves and berries do the talking. It's also a brilliant price, at just £12 for the 37cm diameter.
Diameter: 37cm Shop now: Naked Autumn Wreath, £12, John Lewis & Partners

8. Scented Garden Wreath

If you're not yet ready to go full-on autumn then this beautiful dried flower wreath from Your London Florist is a great way to celebrate the end of the summer blooms. Decorated dried roses, lavender, thyme, wheat, fresh seeded eucalyptus, rosemary, the scent makes the most of the best of the garden.
Diameter: 45cm Shop now: Scented Garden Wreath, £90, Selfridges

9. Artificial Autumn Wreath

At the opposite end of the price spectrum is this artificial autumn wreath, which at £12.99 for a 50cm centerpiece is a super affordable option. Decorated with faux pumpkin, maple leaves, berries and pine cones it will bring a zing of autumn colour to the porch.
Diameter: 50cm Shop now: Artificial Autumn Wreath, £12.99, Amazon

10. Maple Leaf and Pumpkin Wreath

Designed to celebrate the bounty of harvest-time, this seasonal faux arrangement features pale white mini pumpkins and snowberries, contrasted with orange maple leaves and green foliage.
Diameter: 45cm Shop now: Maple Leaf and Pumpkin Wreath, £12.99, Amazon

11. Small Naked Autumn Wreath

Compact yet cute, this petite autumn wreath packs plenty of punch despite its small size. Made from real dried flowers, a naked grapevine wicker wreath is woven with a placement design showcasing bunny tails, oats, nigella pods, wheat, gypsophila, alchemilla mollis and phalaris.
Diameter: 20cm Shop now: Small Naked Autumn Wreath, £17, Etsy

12. Country Cottage Autumn Wreath

If neutral tones are more your thing then this understated wreath offers just a subtle nod to the season, with delicate wooden flower petals and pearl berries offset by forest green furze and boxwood leaves.
Diameter: 46cm Shop now: Country Cottage Autumn Wreath, £28, Not On The High St.

13. Maple Leaf Autumn Wreath

Measuring a sizeable 50cm in diameter, this eye-catching autumn wreath is sure to make a statement, and its faux construction means it's suitable for use indoors or out so it's a great option for hanging on your front door. And whilst the faux foliage might not be as sustainable as the real thing, it does mean it will last year after year.  
Diameter: 50cm Shop now: Maple Leaf Autumn Wreath, £41.99, Lights4fun

14. Indoor Outdoor Autumn Berries Wreath

Another great option to hang on the front door throughout the winter period, this versatile wreath can be hung indoors or out, and the faux greenery, berries and pine cones easily transitioning from autumn to Christmas centerpiece. Sixty warm white LED bulbs are ready entwined to twinkle or glow, and there's a six hour timer function making it a hassle-free investment.
Diameter: 48cm Shop now: Indoor Outdoor Autumn Berries Wreath, £65, Cox & Cox

15. Berry Autumn Wreath Micro Light Bundle

This wreath is all about the leaves, blending faux foliage in multiple autumnal shades with russet and ochre berries to create a seasonal centerpiece. This set comes with micro lights included so you can weave them into the final look.
Diameter: 46cm Shop now: Berry Autumn Wreath Micro Light Bundle, £44.99, Lights4Fun

16. Autumn Harvest Floral Wreath

If you're looking for something a little more unusual to make your front door stand out from the crowd, then this eye-catching orange and blue option could well do the trick. Decorated with indigo and orange wooden flowers offset by natural pinecones, it's a great alternative to a traditional wreath.
Diameter: 35cm Shop now: Autumn Harvest Floral Wreath, £32, B&Q

How to style your autumn wreath

No longer just for Christmas, many of us have embraced hanging a wreath on the front door as a seasonal trend, with Easter wreaths, summer and autumn wreaths, plus, of course, Christmas wreaths all gaining in popularity, no doubt thanks to Instagram and Pinterest inspiration.

If you're opting to display your wreath on the front door, then Pablo Diaz Barriga VP of luxury artificial tree and decoration brand, Balsam Hill, has the following advice for getting sizing right, "For maximum impact, you want to make sure you’ve got the right-sized wreath. To do this, measure both the height and width of the space where the wreath will be displayed. For a standard UK (30 inch / 762mm) door, allot about six inches or around 15cm of space on either side of the wreath. If you’re looking to go all-out with a larger wreath, I’d recommend leaving at least two inches or 5cm of space on each side".

And, of course, the front door isn't the only place to display a wreath. Hang a wreath on an internal door, on a focal point wall, or use it as a centerpiece in the middle of the dining room table – maybe to frame a candle arrangement, as long as you take care to consider flammability! – to create a seasonal tablescape.

For even more impact, you can also hang a wreath from the ceiling above a dining table to create a bolder statement, or from a high ceiling like an entranceway or staircase. It's a great way to create to add some extra drama, especially if you're decorating for entertaining or a special occasion.

Should you choose a natural or artificial wreath?

Opting for a wreath crafted from natural components – whether fresh or dried – or making your own from foraged finds, is by far the most environmentally friendly approach. Spending time in nature scouting for suitable leaves, pine cones, and berries is also a great way to connect with nature and a fun family activity to embrace the transition of the seasons. Our guide to how to make a wreath will explain the basics of making your own.

If you're using a natural wreath indoors then pre-dried components will last much longer without wilting. Outdoors in cooler temperatures, and in a sheltered spot like a front porch, a natural wreath should last for a month or more. 

If your front door is more exposed, or you want the convenience of a wreath that is more temperature and weather-resistant, then an artificial option with faux foliage made from plastic may be the choice for you. An artificial wreath can also be used year after year, although when it does come time to dispose of it it won't biodegrade like a natural option would.

How to hang a wreath on the front door

If you're looking to cheer up your front door, then don't forget the all-important hanging solution. If you don't want to put a nail in your front door to hang decor from, or you have a UPC front door, then Amazon has a huge range of wreath door hangers that can be used without damaging your paintwork or the door's integrity.

How we chose the best wreaths to shop

Amy Lockwood

Amy scoured the high street looking for the cream of the autumn wreath crop to compile this guide, taking into consideration aesthetics, price points, and practicality to ensure you can have the best-dressed front door in the neighbourhood.

As well as sourcing our fair share of autumn wreaths for Ideal Home photoshoots over the years, our team are also avid decorators, loving nothing more than prettying up a front door or mantelpiece with some seasonal decor, so we like to think we can spot a good wreath when we see it. 

In sourcing the products featured in this round-up we also grilled decor experts from multiple manufacturers, and took into account the views of those who own each product via online reviews. Click here to find out more about how we review products at Ideal Home.