How to style your home for the spooky season – the devil is in the detail
Halloween is looming, and we have everything you need to conjure up delights and frights. Stock up on Halloween decorations as well as classic autumnal decor that works for the whole season, not just one night. From a pumpkin casserole dish for warming your spooktacular homemade punch to seasonal wreaths for the front door and ghostly garlands, our edit of Halloween essentials features all treats, no tricks.
The front door
Delight trick-or-treaters – and passers-by – with a Halloween wreath, plus doorstep pumpkins that you’ve carved or lanterns complete with flickering candles. That’s maximum impact, minimum effort.
Inside decorations
Go all out indoors this All Hallows’ Eve with decorations that will become part of annual family traditions. Forage for a multi-branch twig to hang spooky felt figures, or use this LED black twig tree.
Gothic dining
Tablescape like a pro with spooky special touches that make a big impact, from statement snake serveware to bewitching candle centrepieces, moody table runners and mini gourds.
Autumnal atmosphere
As we’re now in cosy months, switch up your living space’s palette to burnt orange, rust and forest green, and invest in autumnal decor that works not just Halloween but for the whole season ahead.
Halloween gifting
This year Halloween falls at the end of half term, so keep the little ghouls entertained with LEGO-set building, toys, crafting and gifts – all of which will last much longer than the pumpkin you carved.
Halloween FAQs
When should you start decorating your house for Halloween?
Most people start decorating for Halloween in mid October, beginning with subtle pieces – such as an autumnal door wreath – before adding larger decorations, pumpkins or scarier displays towards the end of the month. Take down distinctly Halloween-themed items during the first week of November.
How can I make my Halloween decor look stylish instead of tacky?
Focus on a sophisticated mood rather than a literal, plastic-y shock-value scene. Replace obvious bright orange with tones such as midnight blue, rich burgundy, dark green, white and black, and group items together, such as gourds of different sizes.
