Halloween Glam: Dress Your Home in Bewitching Style
Orange takes a step back in these sophisticated Halloween decorations
Design and decor enthusiasts have been devising clever ways to make holiday decor harmonize with their homes, and the once-common kitsch is often being traded for aesthetics and sophistication.
While Christmas and Thanksgiving may be easy to work with thanks to their naturally occurring themes, Halloween proves to be a bit of a challenge. Novelty seems to take the reigns rather tightly, and the idea of bringing in witches, monsters and bats can be jolting if you're going for decorations to swoon over.
But with some thoughtful creativity, decorating for the October 31 can be stylish and appealing. The term "halloween glam" has swept in via broomstick, giving the holiday a gulp of its own potion. Dressed to impress, Halloween glamour embraces candelabras, mirrors, glitter and more. The typical color scheme has been enhanced with shades of ivory, and orange has taken a step back. Take a look to see what you can try in your own home this year.
While Christmas and Thanksgiving may be easy to work with thanks to their naturally occurring themes, Halloween proves to be a bit of a challenge. Novelty seems to take the reigns rather tightly, and the idea of bringing in witches, monsters and bats can be jolting if you're going for decorations to swoon over.
But with some thoughtful creativity, decorating for the October 31 can be stylish and appealing. The term "halloween glam" has swept in via broomstick, giving the holiday a gulp of its own potion. Dressed to impress, Halloween glamour embraces candelabras, mirrors, glitter and more. The typical color scheme has been enhanced with shades of ivory, and orange has taken a step back. Take a look to see what you can try in your own home this year.
These two long, ascending rows of white pumpkins look particularly charming on the black stairs. I can see this feeling even more like Halloween if a few pumpkins had images of creepy insects painted in glittery purple.
Decorating with what you already have can go a long way. It gives you a chance to see your pieces from a different perspective.
In this case, a framed landscape of trees in the background fits the Halloween them perfectly.
The sparkly skulls, mirrored surface and tall candelabras give this vignette a glamorous vibe.
In this case, a framed landscape of trees in the background fits the Halloween them perfectly.
The sparkly skulls, mirrored surface and tall candelabras give this vignette a glamorous vibe.
The fun costume details added to these photos are perfect for Halloween. Look for vintage photos at antique shops and sometimes thrift shops, or you can use your own sepia-tone photos. The kids would love it.
Black, white and not a spec of orange creates a sophisticated feel — and you may have items like these in your home already. Just look around the house to see what you can use in your Halloween decor.
Although this photo is not specific to the day of tricks and treats, the worn vintage rocking chair has no problem entertaining the idea that it can slide by as Halloween-inspired decor. Smooth move, my friend.
With a little encouraging from the mirror beneath, this tree of skulls steps into the spotlight and offers a rather shining performance.
Try placing a mirror beneath a candelabra or something sparkly for added dimension.
Try placing a mirror beneath a candelabra or something sparkly for added dimension.
Although not apparent at first glance, the reflection in this mirror shows a framed skull print along with a classy chandelier. Both would be easy to introduce to your Halloween decor. You can easily enlarge a skull image you find online and print it onto antique-white paper. Cut it down to match the size of a black frame that's already on your wall and voila!
As for the chandelier, you can usually find these on Craigslist and you don't even have to wire it — the physical effect is enough in itself to be admired as an elegant addition. Dress it up if needed, and you're set.
As for the chandelier, you can usually find these on Craigslist and you don't even have to wire it — the physical effect is enough in itself to be admired as an elegant addition. Dress it up if needed, and you're set.
Translucent lampshades set the tone for this Halloween display, and the everyday bulbs have been swapped for orange ones. A grouping of common white vases anchor tall, black candlesticks, and mirrors create a glamorous glow.
Shelley over at The House of Smiths is wonderfully creative, and her sweet vignettes never cease to amaze me. These plain white plates have been dressed to the nines with Shelley's own decals, and they help the skulls beneath seem rather charming. PS: Check out her shop to see what decals she has to offer this Halloween.
Another view of Shelley's Halloween display, these candy jars look amazing! They're so much fun that I don't know if I could ever bring myself to let the jar run low. Your lollipops and gumdrops definitely deserve a better home than their current residence in a plastic bag, and they may as well look great in their new space.
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