Happy September! As soon as the air gets crisp and the leaves start changing, I begin making little updates around the house to reflect the season… and the front porch is next on my list. It’s the very first thing you see, and a stylish doormat instantly makes your front door vignette feel anchored and welcoming. Looking ahead to fall (and even winter or the holiday season), I rounded up 25 designer-approved doormats- from classic coir textures to traditional patterns and borders. These picks are durable, timeless, and perfect for layering if you’re into that cozy layered look I love. Click through for my favorites and grab a fresh one ahead of the season!
One of my favorite things about September is styling our front porch for autumn. It’s something I look forward to every year. I always put together beautiful porch planters, add pumpkins, candles, or lanterns, and rethink the way our porch will look for the cooler months ahead. If you’re on the hunt for a good foundation, start with a doormat! These will last you years and will look classic year round (no matter the season).
Why a Nice Doormat Makes A Big Difference
Swapping your doormat is such an easy design win. It’s low effort, budget-friendly, and anchors your porch or front door vignette. I keep the same mat year round… in fact, mine is 6+ years old, but you can also swap your doormat seasonally for an updated aesthetic. Here are a few reasons why I start with a doormat when styling my front porch…
- Set the tone for the front door vignette – pull from the color palette (classic neutrals, in my case), customization for your home (like a monogram), and build from the proportions (from the mat up to your front door).
- Provides balance – a doormat anchors and balances your front door, wall-mounted mailbox, house numbers, exterior lighting, or flanking planters. It encompasses the entire vignette from the floor, drawing your eye upward.
- Practical style – coir, outdoor-friendly fibers, non-slip backing, and quick absorbing materials make a doormat essential for functionality. Wipe your wet boots, kick off muddy leaves, or melting snow before coming inside.
- Easy update – replacing your doormat is a budget friendly way to restyle your exterior for the season ahead.
- Instant curb appeal – Set the tone before guests even step inside your house, and give them a nudge to wipe their feet (or kick off shoes once inside). This is why we don’t wear shoes in the house, FYI.
25 Stylish Doormats for Fall & Winter
These range from budget-friendly to investment mats. Most are customizable and are available in multiple sizes, so be sure to click around to find the right fit for your door or porch!
20. Grecian Doormat
22. Diamond Doormat
How to Style Your Doormat Like a Designer
Once you’ve found the best doormat for your door, porch, or entry, here are a handful of pairing ideas to create the perfect seasonal vignette and boost your curb appeal…
- Don’t forget seasonal planters… here is my quick tutorial on how to create beautiful porch planters for fall.
- Consider your exterior lighting… definitely take a look at my designer guide for choosing timeless exterior lighting.
- Include house numbers… this is an old post I shared, but is still relevant and the information holds true: how to choose house numbers.
- Dress up your front door… swap your door hardware, install a kick plate, knocker, wreath, etc. If you’re curious, these are my two favorite exterior hardware sets (and how they compare): Grandeur vs Emtek exterior door hardware.
FAQ
Coir (coconut fiber) is durable, effective at scraping dirt, and works beautifully in fall weather. All of my doormats are either coir or jute, and have held up for 5+ years.
Yes! Mine do. Just choose ones with weather-resistant backings like PVC or rubber, and high-quality fibers made for outdoor use.
Thoughtful details like a monogram, quality materials, a timeless aesthetic, and ease of layering- I want it to be practical, yet stylish.
Related Posts
Looking for more posts to put you in the fall mood? Check out some of my favorites below! I’m looking forward to cooler weather…
- 50 Designer Approved Cozy Finds for Fall from Amazon
- Fall Window Planter Box
- How to Easily Style Branches for Fall
- Fall Patio Dinner Party
- Date Night : Fall Mountain Picnic
- Realistic Faux & Dried Branches to Style This Autumn
- Our Autumn Maine Road Trip (During Peak Fall Foliage)
- Fall Centerpiece Floral Arrangement (Step by Step Tutorial)
Fall and winter decorating doesn’t have to be complicated- or cliché. A beautiful doormat is one of the classic touches that delivers actual seasonal charm and practicality. Whether you lean into rich textures, minimalist patterns, or budget-friendly picks, there’s a mat for every door vignette in this post. I hope my ideas help you refresh your entry vignette with warmth, personality, and style for the season ahead! I can’t wait to hear which ones you’re loving… let me know your favorite in the comments below. Here’s to a beautiful autumn ahead!
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