3 Ways to Decorate a Bar Cart for Fall
As we all know, there are so many places in our homes where we can add touches of fall. So, let’s start decorating with some fall bar cart ideas!
Ever since I purchased a bar cart for my dining room, I’ve been thinking of new ways to style it. Originally, I kept my bar cart styling very simple so it would blend in with my freshly painted dining room. Now that the fall season is here, the bar cart seems like the perfect spot to add some fall decor!
Here are 3 ways to decorate a bar cart for fall…
Just to alert you, these decorated bar cart ideas are more about the decorations and less about the “bar” so don’t expect a whole bunch of alcohol-inspired looks!
1 – Fall Bar Cart with Neutral Accessories:
For my first bar cart example, I kept my bar cart decorations neutral.
Why compete with the bold navy blue walls?
To keep the room from feeling too dark, I lit a cozy candle.
After all, the sun sets earlier in the fall so we can use the extra light…and ambiance.
It makes sense to take advantage of all the seasonal decor available this time of year…
A bundle of wheat, a white pumpkin and a basket of mums give a neutral/textured feel.
Actually, I used a couple of these pieces in a recent table setting in my kitchen.
In order to give the bottom shelf some height, a large mum and some more pumpkins work perfectly.
If you are going to decorate a bar cart in the fall, these are probably the easiest accessories to find.
Since this back corner doesn’t get much light, I will have to be careful keeping these mums in this spot. They actually need more light than this…says the woman who kills every plant…
In order to brighten things up, I moved the bar cart to the bay window for my second example…
2 – Fall Bar Cart with Blue and White Accessories:
For my second bar cart example, I enhanced the neutrals by adding blue and white accessories along with a touch of gold.
It always helps to repeat the colors and textures on both shelves to keep it looking cohesive.
With all the bright light in this spot, the glasses and mirrors really sparkle.
Maybe I’ll set up my bar cart in front of the window more often!
What bar cart is complete without a cute set of martini glasses?
Actually, this look is a good transition from summer to fall (for those of us who have a hard time saying goodbye to summer!).
Last, but not least, I went for a totally different look for my third way to decorate a bar cart ...
Yes, I kept the bar cart in front of the window for this one too! You can’t beat all the light!
3 – Fall Bar Cart with Traditional Fall Colors:
The amber colored wine glasses work perfectly for fall… and it helps when you find a bottle of wine with an orange label!
To carry the colors to the shelf below, I just used a vibrant wreath from my storage.
In the past, I’ve used this wreath on my front door for fall.
There’s no confusion on the seasons with this bar cart decor!
Some people don’t like to use orange in their fall decor but I have always loved some color in my home!
It’s nice to have a little variety.
Plus, darker colors feel cozy for autumn. Cheers to October!!
It’s always fun to play around with accessories, isn’t it?
Seriously, this bar car is like a new toy to me!
Hopefully, I’ve inspired you with my 3 ways to decorate a bar cart for fall!
If you’re still needing more fall bar cart inspiration, see how I decorated my bar cart for Thanksgiving!
For you convenience, I have provided sources below. Please note that this post contains some affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking my links.
Fall Bar Cart Sources:
- Round gold bar cart – Pottery Barn (mine is discontinued), similar gold bar cart
- Faux white pumpkins – Michael’s, or these assorted sizes of white pumpkins
- Apple baskets – probably Michael’s but here is a great price for a dozen.
- Wheat bundle – Michael’s, this one is also similar to mine
- Blue martini glasses – wedding gift from 20 years ago! I found the gorgeous ones too!
- Blue and white porcelain – Homegoods, wedding, etc., this vase has a similar look to mine, another pretty vase.
- Orange velvet pumpkin – Homegoods and this pretty set.
- Amber colored wine glasses – Southern Living at Home (discontinued), this set of amber wine glasses has a more traditional shape and the price is great!
- Faux leaf wreath – Homegoods, but this is also a pretty harvest wreath.
Which is your favorite way to decorate a bar cart for fall?



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You are great inspiration, Shelley. I love them all. Have a great week!
Thank you so much! Enjoy your week as well!
They all look amazing.
You are so sweet – thank you Marty!
But where’s all the alcohol????
Ha! I know, I know…I thought it would be fun to just decorate it as a little table. I’ll tell you what, Ron…I will do another one with all the alcohol just for you! Cheers, my friend!
All are very pretty, although I love the contrast between the white pumpkins and the blue. Visiting from Style Showcase.
Thank you! I am a huge blue and white fan so I am happy you really liked that one. Thanks for taking the time to swing by and comment!
I love how you used the whole bottom shelf for the candle and leafy wreath! Beautiful!!
Thank you so much! There is so much to work with this time of year…thanks for stopping by!
We share a love for blue and white, but I must admit all three decorating schemes are beautiful! Thank you for linking up with The Creative Circle!
Yay – another blue and white fan! Thank you so much for your kind words!
thank you so much Shelley for linking to our” celebrate your story”. love your bar cart and the different ways to set it up.
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Thank you! I always wanted one and now I am having so much fun with it! Thanks for hosting!
I love bar carts! And I love that you give 3 ideas for decorating one. Your tips are one of my features on this weeks OVER THE MOON Link Party which goes live tonight, Sunday, at 5pm central. Please stop by to see your feature and link up again.
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Thank you so much! What a nice surprise!
I adore a pretty styled bar cart. I have a Pinterest board of Styled Bar Carts. Happy Fall, Kippi
Thanks, Kippi! I should start a Pinterest board of them too. I always love to see how people style them.
They are all so pretty but I just love the last one!
Thank you! I had fun playing around with them!