Autumn is about a month away and there are so many things to look forward to. The little things as well as the big things are what make this arguably the best season!

1. Sweater Weather

You'll finally be able to take out all of those cute sweaters you packed away at the beginning of the summer. Your wardrobe in general will be way more comfortable. Time to put away the short shorts and pull out the joggers.

2. Rainy Days

Rainy days aren't always all that great, but there is something really wonderful about the way the air smells outside after a rainy autumn day.

3. The Colors

Colorful leaves give a beautiful touch to the trees and the ground. The sun may not always be out, but the colors of autumn are so bright, they never fail to leave you in awe.

4. Crunchy Leaves

There is an overwhelming comfort when walking over the crunchy leaves on the ground. Laying in the leaves, making piles -- the possibilities are endless and the satisfaction is guaranteed.

5. Pumpkins

Pumpkin pies, pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin carving -- pumpkins are so versatile and so perfect for autumn, even their color blends in perfectly with autumn scenery.

6. Hot Beverages

Hot beverages are good year round, but they're even better in fall weather. You can drink your hot chocolate comfortably and warm up after a long, chilly day.

7. Halloween

This is definitely my favorite holiday. You can dress up and go trick-or-treating with your siblings -- or, if you're a college student, you can enjoy the parties and activities on campus.

8. Horror Movies

Even better than the day of Halloween is the build-up to it. All of the best horror movies play on TV that whole month and all of the cool Halloween décor comes out.

9. Bonfires

What's better than sitting down around a campfire on a chilly October night with your friends, telling scary stories, or whatever people talk about nowadays?

10. Best Concerts

I've noticed that, at least in Chicago, the the best bands love to play during October and November.

11. Thanksgiving

What could be better than a day to indulge in all of the food your body can take without any shame?

12. School Breaks

Though a little one, Thanksgiving also comes with a weekend off.

13. Staying In

Summer is all about being out and cooling off in the sun, but autumn is all about staying in and keeping warm, which also has its perks.

14. Cuddling

Cuddling is great during any season, but the weather during this one gives a legitimate for the best cuddling.

15. Christmas Movies

If you're a fan of Christmas movies, you're in luck, because the countdown to Christmas starts in autumn and the movie marathons on TV begin.