Get That Autumn Vibe at Renys

Sponsored by Renys

When the first hints of autumn color return to Maine, so does an age-old quandary: As the days grow shorter, the list of things you want to do gets longer. There’s so much to squeeze in before winter comes knocking: Fall is the time for that last lobster roll at the Wells Beach Lobster Pound, that gorgeous foliage hike up Camden’s Mount Battie, and that colorful Pumpkinfest in Damariscotta. Whether you’re filling a bag with fresh-picked apples or tailgating at a local football game, it’s hard not to breathe it all in and wish the magical crisp-yet-cozy vibe of autumn would last.

But step inside a Renys store, and you’ll discover endless ways to bring that feeling home and bask in its glow even after the leaves have fallen. Now celebrating its 75th anniversary, the family-owned department store chain is a true autumn cornucopia of clothes, home decor, and other products that add a bit of seasonal spice to everyday life.

Even better, there are Renys locations in Wells, Camden, Belfast, and 15 other towns and cities across the Pine Tree State (including two in Damariscotta and Renys’ newest store, in Bangor, opened just this year). All of which might inspire one more item for an autumn traveler’s to-do list: Join the Renys Passport Program and collect a stamp for each store you visit. With the chance to earn prizes, the Passport Program is a one-of-a-kind Maine treasure hunt—although just by stocking up on Renys’ cozy autumn essentials, you’ll already be a winner.

Fall Flavors

Few things warm the heart and soul like a kitchen filled with the scent of home cooking. Want to transform those just-picked autumn apples into a pie? Renys has bakeware at the ready, along with baking supplies from top names like Bob’s Red Mill. If you long for pumpkin flavor, load up on spices and canned pumpkin puree to make a dessert worthy of any Thanksgiving spread (there’s real maple syrup for a scrumptious glazed turkey, too). Or think long-term and prep for winter with veggies and fruits that you’ve preserved yourself with Renys’ extensive stock of canning supplies.

Round out the scene with Renys’ harvest-themed dish towels and potholders, and don’t forget to pick up some seasonal tea or gourmet coffee like Maine’s own Katahdin Coffee Co.—in a kitchen so warmly welcoming, your friends and family will want to linger over a mug or two.

Cozy Fabrics

For many, the physical sensations associated with fall can be summed up in three words: wool, fleece, and flannel. This time of year, Renys’ shelves and racks are overflowing with brand-name clothes that deliver these snuggly fabrics at equally comfy prices. Rich fall colors and classic plaids abound in flannel shirts, sweaters, and outerwear from the likes of Carhartt and Columbia. Throw on some timeless denim or cords, sturdy sneakers or hiking boots, and toasty footwear (like Smartwool socks, which Renys carries in a huge selection of sizes, colors, and patterns), and you’ll complete your autumn look from head to toe.

Your closet isn’t the only thing, though, that will benefit from some cuddle-up warmth. With things like flannel sheets, fleece throws, and wool blankets, Renys can help wrap your whole home in that cozy autumn vibe.

Autumn Accents

Whether for holiday feasts or just casual get-togethers, the entertaining scene moves indoors in fall. Renys has everything you need to set the stage for seasonal hosting, beginning right at the front porch with pots of locally grown mums in vibrant yellows and reds, and a welcome mat adorned with turning leaves or other autumn icons.

Inside, continue the rustic warmth with wooden accents—Renys offers a wide range of picture frames, décor, and storage—brightened by the greens, scarlets, and golds of everything from table linens to harvest-themed wall hangings. Finally, fill your home with the scent and warmth of candles that Renys stocks in all sizes and every seasonal scent, such as apple pie, cranberry, balsam fir, and (of course) pumpkin spice.

To learn more about the Renys Passport Program or to find a location near you, go to renys.com