Why Fall is the Best Season

Ava Park

The wind is sharp and cold, the trees are vibrantly warm and a familiar scent of cinnamon and vanilla fills the air. These shifts can only mean one thing: the arrival of the best season of all, fall. 

You may say that this is a highly idealized depiction of fall, and to that, I say, “Yeah probably!” But if you think that was idealized, just hear me out until the end of this article. With the help of my autumnal descriptions (and my total bias towards this subject), I hope that you will learn to appreciate fall a fraction as much as I do. 

Fall is a blanket of crunchy leaves beneath your feet, the scent of apple pastries wafting through the air, and the thrill of watching horror movies or the entire Harry Potter series in the comfort of a well-loved sweater. The weather settles at a perfect temperature—not too hot, not too cold. Seasonal drinks are at their peak, and the films are heartwarming. The music is iconic, and most importantly, the fashion is on point. Downtown-girls dust off their striped Brandy Melville shirts and dark-wash jeans, while Uggs make their seasonal comeback. We see more Frazzled-English-Woman-chic and less La-Dolce-Vita. And let’s not forget the beauty of layering! Fall lets us wear all our favorite pieces at once, making it easy to mix and match without having to choose just one style. It’s the ultimate season for enjoying everything we love all at once.

But that’s not all. 

From the annual revival of Dracotok to the hundreds of “sad girl autumn” playlists that manifest during the season, it seems that the cold breeze brings forth a sense of nostalgia and melancholy within us. 

The crisp air seems to make everything feel more vivid, almost as if the world is taking a deep breath before the cold winter months set in. It's a season that inspires reflection, inviting us to linger and appreciate the small, fleeting moments we often overlook. As we walk through parks and leaf-strewn sidewalks, the rustling of leaves and golden hues of the landscape provides a backdrop to our memories. It’s a time for old playlists, heartfelt conversations, and embracing the bittersweetness of change. In the end, autumn offers a gentle reminder that even amidst life’s hustle, there’s beauty in slowing down, reflecting, and finding comfort in the simple things that bring you joy.

As if that wasn’t enough, fall is also a season of academic prowess. According to the UK Department of Education, babies born in autumn tend to excel in school, which adds another layer of charm to this vibrant season.

From the thrill of Halloween to the warmth of Thanksgiving gatherings, fall’s holidays also emphasize togetherness, comfort and joy. 

Hopefully, by now you agree that fall highlights some of the most beautiful aspects of nature and is a time for growth and prosperity. So drink your pumpkin chai lattes and settle into the soothing comforts of this wonderful autumn season.