Go to spooktacular extremes this holiday! A palette of pure black sets the mood for the season of shivers, tingles, and dark romance.
When it comes to Halloween decor, there’s nothing wrong with your standard-issue black and orange. It’s just that it’s a little… basic. This year, why not go for some drama? Pile on the black for a ghoulish goth effect. Don’t be afraid–we promise it’ll be chic.
Decorate Outside
If you’re having a party or expecting trick-or-treaters, door decor is a must. We love this fringe piece with spiders, skulls, and bats on any window or door (or drape it over a vintage lamp for extra witchiness). It doesn’t immediately scream Halloween, but if you look at it for a few seconds, the filigree bats and skulls make themselves noticed. A skull doormat says “Welcome,” but spookily. Add an on-theme weather vane to complete the look. Boo!
Indoor Horror
Don’t limit yourself to the lawn–express yourself on the inside, too. This purple candy skull throw pillow isn’t going to scare anyone, but fun is also a big part of Halloween. It’s super easy to add it to your couch or swap it for one of your usual throws. For those who like their scary on the down low, here’s a subtle skull-and-crossbones-pattern rug that comes in 5’ x 7’ and 8’ x 10’ sizes. Haunt your mantel or coffee table with this eerie, flickering LED witch lantern.
Dress Up the Dinner Table
You can also give your kitchen table a Halloween makeover. Use a black tablecloth to set the mood. You can add pops of color with your dishes and serveware. Bonus: It’s much harder to see any spills on a darker color, which is especially great when you have kids. For something different and eye-catching, go with a spider web theme.
Even tap water goes down like a magic potion when sipped from a hefty chalice. Now imagine a cabernet. This plate is decorated with skulls, but it’s more pretty than frightening. Add it to a set of black or white (or orange) dishes for just a hint of holiday. Or go all in and get a bunch of them! The black version of this enameled cast iron pot is about as chic as cucurbits get, but in burnt orange, it exudes the festive spirit. It goes from stovetop to oven to table for a dramatic presentation of an autumnal stew.
Happy Halloween!