Story photography by Chelsea Fuss, unless noted otherwise.

Photo by Sophia Moreno-Bunge

Interested in bringing the outside in, with a distinctly autumnal flair? Read on for tips on using dried flowers and grasses (while still looking modern), tried and tested by Chelsea Fuss.

Photo by Sophia Moreno-Bunge

1. Keep The Vases Natural

2. Go Minimal

Keeping one stem for vase or keeping the varieties of ingredients down to around three for a bigger arrangement, keeps things clean and modern.

3. Make Monotype Arrangements

For a large arrangement, Chelsea kept most varieties separate from each other and paired with a very simple but textured ceramic vase.

A branch of dry bay leaves hangs in Chelsea's kitchen.

4. Hang Branches

Arrange seedpods and branches in simple baskets. Keep it minimal to avoid the full on ’70s or ’80s vibes. You don’t want dust collectors.

5. Display Seedpods

Pick them dry or use only a little water in the vase as they dry. That will keep awful smells away.

6. Withhold Water

7. Don't Design Too Much

Don’t try to make them look like a designer arranged them. Undone is the key here, for an effortless, organic feel.