For Halloween decorations, do you prefer spooky, scary, elegant, chic, whimsical or vintage items? Discover your Halloween decor style today!
Halloween Decor Styles
It might seem at first glance that all Halloween decorations are relatively the same. You’ve got the standard ghosts, witches, monsters, skulls, etc.
But if you dive in a little deeper, you’ll find that Halloween decorations come in several distinct styles. If you want to your Halloween decorations to look cohesive throughout your space, it’s important to use items that run in the same Halloween decor style.
So what are the different Halloween decor styles? Let’s take a look at the various kinds of decorations you can use for Halloween.
Elegant, Classy & Chic Halloween Decor Style
To start, we have elegant & classy Halloween decor. These decorations scream “chic” and are perfect for those that like a more modern, glam look with their home decor accents.
Features of elegant Halloween decorations include:
- Smooth finishes
- Metallic & glitter finishes
- Velvet, leather, silk fabrics
- Elegant feathers, leaves & florals
- Gothic, Victorian inspired decor
- Dripping wax candles
- Lace accents
Classy Halloween decorations are also good for those that don’t want their decor to look too scary.
If the idea of decorating for Halloween with blood and guts grosses you out, then elegant Halloween decor might be the way to go.
Classy Halloween Wreaths
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A lot of basic Halloween props can be turned into chic Halloween decorations simply by adding in some accessories. In the photo above, the skeleton figurines are dolled up with boas and florals for a fun, elegant vibe.
For more ideas on how to use the classy & elegant Halloween decor style, check out this article: 13 Classy Halloween Decor Ideas for a Luxury Look
Whimsical & Cute Halloween Decor Style
Another Halloween decor style that is popular these days is cute & whimsical Halloween decor. These decorations are sure to put a smile on your face as there is basically nothing scary about them.
Characteristics of whimsical Halloween decor include:
- Smiling or friendly looking ghosts, jack-o-lanterns, witches, etc.
- Soft, plush fabrics
- Bright orange, green & purple colors
- Kid friendly & cartoonish items
- Halloween knick knacks, tchotchkes
- Rae Dunn Halloween items in bright colors
If you’ve got little kids at home and don’t want to scare them with a bunch of terrifying Halloween decorations, then using cute Halloween decor items might be the way to go.
Whimsical Halloween decorations are also great for Halloween parties when you want a jovial vibe. You’ll find lots of Halloween party decorations in the cute & whimsical style.
For more ideas on how to decorate with cute & whimsical Halloween items, check out this article: 14 Cute Ways to Decorate for Halloween That Aren’t Scary
Cute Halloween Ghosts
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If you know someone that is really into Halloween decorations, chances are they like the spooky, scary and creepy Halloween decor style. This style is all about maximum levels of fright, especially when it starts to get dark!
Features of scary Halloween decor include:
- Large, moving animatronic figures designed to make you jump
- Decor that looks weathered, decayed or dead
- Decor that can move, catch you off guard
- Blood & guts decor
- Crazy lighting effects, fog machines
- Spooky sounds, smells
Halloween Scary Witches
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Basically, any Halloween decor that makes you feel like you’re in a haunted house will fall into the scary, spooky & creepy category.
Not everyone wants to look at this style of Halloween decor for weeks on end in the autumn months. But for those that do (or just want to have a scary house for trick or treat), you’ll want to check out this article for more ideas: 13 Super Scary Ways to Decorate Your House for Halloween
Vintage & Retro Halloween Decor Style
Vintage and retro Halloween decorations have been making a comeback in recent years. These items are so unique looking, that I consider them a category all on their own.
Because most vintage Halloween decor items feature bright colors and smiling figurines, you could also consider them part of the cute & whimsical Halloween decor style.
If you’re into vintage Halloween decorations, consider starting a collection. You can find actual vintage Halloween decor on places like eBay and Etsy.
Or consider buying new vintage style Halloween decorations. Designers like Joanna Parker and Bethany Lowe are committed to keeping this look alive and well into our modern times.
Vintage Halloween Decor
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For more ideas on how to create a vintage, retro inspired Halloween, check out this article: Amazing Retro, Vintage Halloween Decor Ideas For A Nostalgic Look
Farmhouse & Country Halloween Decor Style
Farmhouse has certainly been a popular home decorating style in recent years. You can also get a farmhouse vibe with your Halloween decorations.
This theme also includes what you might call “country” or “rustic” Halloween decor. To have a country style Halloween, look for the following:
- Soft, muted color schemes
- Weathered wood & metal decorations
- Cornstalks, pumpkins, mums & other fall decor
- Cheesecloth ghosts & spiderwebs
- Rustic florals, leaves
- Rae Dunn Halloween items in muted colors
One of the things I like about the country & farmhouse Halloween decor style is that it pairs well with fall decorations.
If you’re one of those people that want to put up fall and Halloween decorations at the same time, consider using farmhouse style decorations and color pallets.
For more ideas on how to create a farmhouse, rustic & country inspired Halloween, check out this article: 14 Simple, Easy Farmhouse Halloween Decor Ideas You’ll Love
Combining Halloween Decor Styles
Can you combine Halloween decor styles? Yes, absolutely!
In the photo above, the urn, basic skull & dog skeleton paired with the fall greenery gives this a classy Halloween decor look. But the bloody hand in the dog’s mouth counts as scary Halloween decor. So both styles are represented here.
The boho Halloween look above features soft muted colors & rustic florals (country/farmhouse) paired with chic & elegant skulls.
Is boho Halloween a decor style by itself? It could be. I’d say though, that boho Halloween decorations are a combination of the following depending on the color/textures you use:
- Soft, muted boho Halloween = classy Halloween + country Halloween
- Bright, fun boho Halloween = cute Halloween + country Halloween
Now that you know the top Halloween decor styles, what’s your favorite? Do you like to stick to one style or combine a few? Let us know in the comments below!
More Halloween Decorating Ideas
For more Halloween decorating inspiration, tips and styles, check out these posts:
- Popular Halloween Decor Trends for 2024 You Need to See
- 14 Cute Ways to Decorate for Halloween That Aren’t Scary
- 13 Super Scary Ways to Decorate Your House for Halloween
- 13 Classy Halloween Decor Ideas for a Luxury Look
- 12 Simple Halloween Garden Decor Ideas For A Frightening Look
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- Popular Outdoor Halloween Lighting Ideas For A Scary, Weird Look
- Amazing Retro, Vintage Halloween Decor Ideas For A Nostalgic Look
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- 14 Simple, Easy Farmhouse Halloween Decor Ideas You’ll Love
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