Vermont Fall Inspo — Color Palettes I Love 🍂

Fall in Vermont is like nature showing off its painter’s palette. Everywhere I look, there are color combinations that feel both bold and familiar—tones that inspire the metals, stones, and textures I bring into my work. Jewelry may be made of silver, copper, and gemstones, but for me, it always begins with color.

Here are a few of my favorite palettes this season:

🍁 Amber + Moss Green

Walking through the woods in October, you’ll see golden amber leaves scattered across velvety moss. That pairing of warm and cool feels grounding, like sunlight filtered through the trees. I love weaving this balance into jewelry by contrasting glowing stones with deep, earthy textures.

🍂 Cranberry + Silver

Those pops of bright red berries that cling to the branches long after the leaves fall have always caught my eye. Against the silvery backdrop of frosty mornings, the cranberry tones just shine. In jewelry, I often look for stones that capture that same crisp contrast—sharp, vibrant, and full of life.

🌲 Copper + Storm Gray

Vermont skies can turn moody and gray in fall—but that only makes the copper leaves burn brighter. The contrast between fiery oranges and soft, stormy tones feels timeless, like metal against stone. It’s one of those palettes that reminds me why I love working with copper—it echoes the season itself.

🌞 Golden Birch + Evergreen

There’s something magical about seeing golden birch leaves flutter against deep green pine trees. It’s such a classic Vermont view—bright, bold, and still somehow calming. For me, this palette translates beautifully into silver and enamel designs that layer light and dark in a natural harmony.

 

🌌 Midnight Blue + Pumpkin Orange

Finally, the harvest palette. Crisp night skies and glowing pumpkins, a reminder of cozy evenings and changing seasons. It’s playful, nostalgic, and bold all at once—the kind of combination that makes me want to experiment with unexpected pops of color against darker backdrops.

🎨 Turquoise + Autumn (My Favorite Unexpected Pairing)

And then there’s turquoise—bright, cool, and refreshing. Against the fiery tones of autumn, it feels like a surprise, but one that just works. It’s like catching a glimpse of a clear October sky through all the red and gold—an instant spark of balance.

Fall in Vermont is my endless source of inspiration, and I love bringing those palettes into the studio. Whether it’s through gemstones, enamels, or the natural warmth of copper and silver, these colors remind me that jewelry—like nature—is all about contrast, harmony, and surprise.