Romanticizing Your Life: The First Week of Fall
The first week of fall is here—the air is crisp, the days are golden, and everything smells faintly of cinnamon and change. This season always feels like a fresh chapter, and the best way to honor it is to romanticize the little things. Cozy mornings, golden hour walks, soft music, warm drinks, and slow evenings—all of it can feel magical if you let it.
Here’s your guide to making the first week of fall feel extra special:
Your Fall To-Do List for the Week
Light a seasonal candle (pumpkin, apple, or vanilla spice)
Swap your morning coffee for a spiced latte or chai
Take one golden hour walk and soak up the shifting light
Journal or reflect on what you’re excited for this season
Create a cozy nook at home with blankets and twinkle lights
Treat yourself to a fall-flavored dessert or drink
Decorate!
Cozy Fall Activities
Go apple or pumpkin picking if you can
Go apple or pumpkin picking if you can
Browse a local bookstore and pick up something new
Make a fall playlist (or scroll down—I’ve got you covered!)
Start a mini fall bucket list and put it on your fridge
Watch a nostalgic autumn movie (You’ve Got Mail, Hocus Pocus, or When Harry Met Sally)
Host a board game or puzzle night with friends
Fall Media & Music Vibes
Music: Acoustic playlists, lo-fi beats, or classics like Fleetwood Mac, Norah Jones, or The Lumineers.
Books: Cozy reads like Anne of Green Gables, The Secret History (for dark academia vibes), or a light rom-com.
Movies/TV: Gilmore Girls (a must), Good Will Hunting, or Fantastic Mr. Fox for that fall color palette.
Fall Recipes to Try This Week
Easy Apple Crisp – Just apples, oats, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon.
Pumpkin Bread or Muffins – Cozy with tea or coffee.
Cinnamon Maple Oatmeal – Simple, warm breakfast for chilly mornings.
Homemade Chai Latte – Brew black tea with milk, cinnamon, cardamom, and a touch of honey.
Prepping for the Season Ahead
Make a list of fall activities you don’t want to miss (pumpkin patches, hayrides, cozy markets).
Pull out sweaters, scarves, and boots—give them a refresh.
Start stocking your pantry with baking staples (cinnamon, nutmeg, canned pumpkin).
Create a “fall budget” for little indulgences like candles, coffee shop runs, or decor.
Think of habits you want to lean into this season—like slower mornings, more reading, or daily walks.
This first week is all about setting the tone. By sprinkling in cozy rituals, seasonal treats, and intentional downtime, you’re not just living—you’re creating an autumn you’ll remember. Let this season be your reminder to slow down and see the beauty in the little things.
How are you romanticizing fall this week?