A new baby is a blessing in any season, but there's just something about the fall that makes celebrating new mommas extra special. The leaves are changing colors, the days are getting cooler, pumpkin spice is making its glorious annual debut. It's the perfect time to throw on a cozy knit sweater dress and have an autumnal celebration in honor of a new little pumpkin. Between the yummy fall foods and the gorgeous golds, oranges, and reds that make up fall hues, having an autumn baby shower is a chance to truly throw an elegant and whimsical affair for a mom-to-be.
The best thing about a fall baby shower is that it can go in so many different directions. Decor can mimic the trendy woodland shower themes, with rustic centerpieces and decor that incorporates adorable forest critters, bold colors, and wooden accents. Or, party planners can go with a more traditional vibe that brings in lots of pumpkins, apples, and warm colors, like maroon and navy blue. It's even possible to incorporate trendy rose gold and glitter to give fall decor an modern, elegant upgrade.
Here, we've gathered 20 fun and creative finds to plan a classy and whimsical fall baby shower that's perfect for any mom-to-be, whether she's expecting a girl or a boy. These decorations and ideas are the ideal mix of seasonal cuteness with timeless style. Check out these 20 must-haves for anyone who wants to grab a cup of hot cider and bask in the glow of an amazing fall baby shower.
The Perfect Fall Shower Invitation
This elegant and gender neutral invite says "fall baby shower" without beating anyone over the head with cheesy Jack O'Lanterns or bright orange Halloween font.
Rustic Fall Baby Shower Invitation ($15.00, Cardmint/Etsy)
Fall Flowers Mason Jar Centerpiece
The right centerpiece can set the vibe for the entire baby shower. This one use a classic painted mason jars and fall blooms to achieve a style that's both rustic and stylish.
Brown and Gold Mason Jar Centerpiece ($35.00, Twisted R Design2/Etsy)
Little Pumpkin Baby Shower Banner
Pumpkin puns just seem fresher when they're written in gold glitter. This banner will cement the fall theme while still keeping things modern and glitzy.
Little Pumpkin Banner ($12.00, SparklingGala/Etsy)
Painted Pumpkin Table Decor
Store-bought pumpkins (real or fake) painted in themed colors can add a fall vibe to food andgifts tables that feels more chic than just having traditional orange gourds lying around.
Ceramic Paintable Pumpkin Set ($14.99, Oriental Trading Company)
Baby Predictions Card Game
Have guests show off their psychic skills by making guesses about the baby's weight, eye color, and actual delivery date on this elegant fall themed game card.
Baby Predictions Card ($4.00, Little Sprinkle Studio/Etsy)
Caramel Apple Bar Sign
Nothing says fall like caramel apples and chalkboard signs. Set up a DIY caramel apple bar and set it off with this inviting printed sign.
Printed Caramel Apple Bar Sign ($19.99+, LulaBella Prints/Etsy)
Elegant Pumpkin Cupcake Toppers
These glittery pumpkin cake toppers look like something out of Cinderella and they'll help incorporate a pumpkin theme without making the baby shower decor lean too heavily towards Halloween.
Pumpkin Party Decorations ($7.99 for 12, ConfettiMamaParty/Etsy)
Faux Pumpkin 'Guest Book'
Skip the traditional guestbook and incorporate this fun idea from Something Turquoise for a faux pumpkin guest book that can be a piece of family fall decor for years to come.
13" Cream Craft Pumpkin ($30, Michael's)
Colorful Fall Pom-Poms
Designate food tables and other important baby shower spaces with whimsical pom-poms in chic fall colors like golden yellow, navy blue, and gray.
Tissue Paper Pom Poms ($22.00 for 5, PaperWhiteDesigns/Etsy)
Flower Crown for the Mom-to-Be
A mom-to-be sash is the typical accessory for the guest of honor, but an ethereal fall flower crown is a theme-friendly way to designate the pregnant momma and make her feel special.
Handmade Boho Flower Headband ($14.99, Amazon)
Pumpkin Beverage Dispenser
The punch bowl gets an autumnal makeover with this glass pumpkin drink dispenser that's perfect for cold cider or an alcohol-free crisp apple "mocktail."
Pumpkin Beverage Dispenser ($44.99, Pfaltzgraff)
Lace Table Runner
Swap out plastic party store table cloths for elegant lace table runners that will give the baby shower a Joanna Gaines farmhouse vibe that goes perfectly with pumpkins and cider.
Classy Lace Table Runner ($13.99, Amazon)
Woodland Creature Cutlery Sets
Bring squirrels and owls to the party with some cute themed cutlery sets featuring all the animals one might see on a fall walk through the woods — well, expect for the bears. We don't want to run into them.
Woodland Cutlery ($18.95 for 24, Stesha Party/Etsy)
Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies
Baby showers are all about the desserts, and guests won't be disappointed at all with these chocolate covered Oreos decorated to look like adorable orange pumpkins.
Pumpkin Chocolate Covered Oreos ($18 for 12, Chocolates Unlimited/Etsy)
Oh Baby Cake Topper
This sparkly cake topper will bring a touch of elegance to any baby shower cake. Plus, it matches the Little Pumpkin banner and the gold pumpkin cupcake toppers we already saw.
Oh Baby Cake Topper ($9.99, Amazon)
Pinecone Candle Holder
These pinecone candle holders look surprisingly realistic and are the perfect addition to a baby shower centerpiece or display table. They could even double as a favor for guests to take home.
Pinecone Votive Holder ($8.49, Oriental Trading Company)
Fall Leaf Drink Stirrer
Details matter, and these gold leaf drink stirrers will prove the party planner has truly thought of everything for this fall shower. Use them to mix honey into hot tea, freshen up a spiced cider, or as a cute accent for a hot cocoa bar.
Fall Leaf Drink Stirrer ($12.00 for 6, Jenn & Jules Designs/Etsy)
Fall Instagram Photo Prop
It's all about the photos, right? A custom fall themed Instagram frame is a great way to get guests taking pictures and sharing memorable snaps of the special day on social media.
Fall Themed Photo Booth Prop ($85.00, Winterland Studios/Etsy)
Gold Party Balloons
Capitalize on the gold balloon trend with some bold balloons that let everyone know the mom-to-be is "falling" in love with her little bundle of joy at her chic fall shower.
Fall In Love Baby Shower Balloons ($25.00, Mailbox Happiness/Etsy)
Smores Party Favors
Send guests home with a yummy memory from the shower that's perfect for a cold fall night. If they snagged a pinecone candle too, they can even use that to roast the marshmallow.
Smores Party Favor Kit ($32.50 for 25, The Party Fairy/Etsy)
