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1. A Hocus Pocus shirt that'll make passersby wanna break out into "I'll Put a Spell on You." And then maybe "One Way Or Another" after watching the new movie.
2. And while we're on the subject, a pouch of Mystical Fire you can drop onto your wood fire to create a colorful, magical effect worthy of the Sanderson Sisters.
3. A Nightmare Before Christmas mini cross-stitch kit for helping you whip up some home decor while keeping you busy on chilly nights. After all, you LIVE (or die?) for the last three months of the year.
Promising review: "This is a great kit perfect for any cross-stitch or Nightmare Before Christmas fan. It contains a booklet with instructions and four patterns, the needed thread, three pieces of canvas, the holder, and two needles. It's a really awesome set. The instructions were easy to follow, and I managed to already finish one of the designs." —witchykitty39
Get it from Amazon for $7.07.
4. A range of fall stud earrings to keep your seasonal accessories as fresh as the autumnal morning air.
5. A Wednesday Addams classic will help satisfy any costume needs that may arise for virtual Halloween hangouts. Also, it's just a dang cute dress!
Promising review: "Bought this dress for my Wednesday costume. Very skeptical but I loved it! I'm 5'6" and 150 lbs. and 34C bra size. I got a medium and it fits perfectly I could have bought the small because it was just a bit loose on the waist but at the end it still looked amazing! Oh and the material of the dress is stretchy and very nice, not cheap at all! Definitely a dress I can wear to the office so I'll be using again." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.74+ (available in sizes XS–2XL and 11 colors).
You may also be interested in a short-sleeve version of the dress!
6. Or if you're vying for something a little more grown-up, an off-shoulder bodycon dress that's totally Morticiaworthy...and would be much easier to wear out of the house than her signature gown with the tendrils at the bottom.
Promising review: "I absolutely love how this compliments my body. It's soft and stretchy and it's versatile... I’ve worn it with heels, a blazer, and with tennis shoes." —Who's That Lady
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 17 colors).
7. A Hallowqueenworthy pullover to let everyone know who rules the spooky szn on your block. It's you, not your neighbor. YOU.
8. A Jason Voorhees garden gnome can help one-up your neighbor who pulls out ALL the stops for Halloween.
Tacti Prints is a Houston-based shop that 3D prints various spooky items.
Promising review: "I love my cute little Jason gnome!!! He’s a great addition to my patio. Thank you so much!! He’s perfect." —Cassie
Get it from Tacti Prints on Etsy for $12 (available in white or painted with a blood splatter).
9. And if you know who Jason Voorhees is, Shudder will also probably pique your interest with its STACKED lineup of horror, sci-fi, thrillers, and more.
Say it with me: Horror on Netflix sucks! After much hemming and hawing about "Do I need another streaming service?!" I finally got it. Now I'm hooked! I'm a huge horror fan and seek it out year-round. So, TBH, I'm shocked I waited this long! It has lots of exclusive movies (like Color Out of Space with Nic Cage Shudder original ) and TV shows (like Channel Zero, which you've likely heard about), along with stuff you need in your life, such as the 1980 horror classic The Changeling (which is very good, I just watched it for the first time!) and Henry Portrait of a Serial Killer (truly disturbing, I can't get it out of my head). Anyway, if this at all sounds appealing, you should definitely sign up for it!
Sign up for $4.75+/month here.
Psst, if you're a Walking Dead, AMC, Sundance, *or* IFC fan, it's worth signing up for AMC+, which includes access to all of those PLUS Shudder for $6.99+/month.
10. A bottle of pumpkin spice syrup for extremely obvious, tasty reasons. Your at-home coffee game is about to get a LOT sweeter.
Lynn&Gray is a small business based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. All syrups are made to order using local produce and herbs, and contain unrefined organic raw cane sugar.
Promising review: "Amaaaaazinggg!! REAL freaking pumpkin. Hell ya! Not too sweet too. Gonna be buying a lot more of this. I want my PSLs year-round!" —flowerbraid
Get it from Lynn&Gray on Etsy for $10.95+ (available in two sizes).
11. A rechargeable lighter that'll *safely* light your various candle babies without worrying about lighter fluid or a flimsy match.
I bought one of these about a year and a half ago and have only had to charge it a few times. (If I'm home and awake, a candle is most likely lit.) It's super easy to use, I feel safer about storing it than a gas lighter, and I no longer have to be on the prowl for bar and restaurant match books to help fuel my candle habit. Plus the lights on the handle make it easy to see when it's time to recharge...which only entails plugging up a USB cord. Easy-peasy!
Promising review: "This is seriously the coolest device of my winter holiday. It makes lighting candles a breeze. Yes, there is a weird crackling noise, but that's a super minor annoyance. It's a super intuitive device. Plus the lighter with the USB (included), charge for a bit, then pop it open and light ALL THE THINGS; well, candles. I don't know how well it lights cigarettes or whatever. However, for my personal intended use, it's awesome!" —Jee W
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
12. A ~magical looking~ makeup brush set can have you doing all sorts of sorcery with your spooky season makeup looks.
I own these brushes, along with the matching eye makeup brush set. They're so soft, easy to track down in my makeup drawer thanks to their unique handle shape, and blend beautifully.
Get them from Ulta for $16.09 (vegan, cruelty-free). Also check out the
13. A set of press-on Halloween nails in a coffin shape (approps!) that already have the glue on them so you'll whip up a mani in less than 10 minutes from start to finish.
I'm basically an evangelist for Kiss imPress nails at this point. I've started opting for them instead of painting my nails because they're SO easy and look pretty seamless with nail beds. They're mistake-proof and won't damage your nails, unlike nails you have to glue on. And if you just need 'em for one day, you can easily take them off! But if you're wanting them for a longer haul, I find they normally last about three days for me and then one may get loose. When that happens I just source a replacement out of the package, which comes with enough for you to do that and find the perfect fit for each nail.
Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in more designs here and here).
14. A wax melt warmer you won't be able to get out of your head.
Promising review: "This is awesome for Halloween! Or if you just love skulls. Has a beautiful eerie glow when turned on with wax!" —Laurel Darhali
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in six more styles).
15. Or some ~infinity~ taper candles that'll feel like magic because they're completely flameless.
(And they'd be great for a Christmas decor setup!)
Get the set of four from Lights.com for $40 (also available in a distressed black style).
16. Or a spine candle in case regular ole tapers won't suffice for your creepy abode.
17. An A-line pinafore (that totally counts as a dress itself) but would probably be better to layer with your go-to pumpkin-print turtleneck.
Promising review: "I read about this in a BuzzFeed article that said best, cheapest things to buy on Amazon right now. I was skeptical because I've ordered from Romwe before and not loved their products (they were sooo small.) This fit as expected, and I got SO many compliments on it. I can wear it all through fall and I've already worn it out in the summer!" —Brandon Alexander
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 13 colors).
18. A tiered tunic with TONS of color and pattern options to help fit your fall (and beyond) dressing needs.
FYI, if you have Amazon Prime Wardrobe you can give this a spin before you buy it!
Promising review: "I have this exact dress in the blue color way and I love it. When I saw the black and white pattern I had to get it. It is so cute and comfortable, and whenever I wear it I get several compliments. I think that it runs a little small across the bust. I highly recommend this dress. Cheers!" —Lynn V
Get it from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in 45 colors/styles and sizes S–XXL).
19. Some SKIN1004 Zombie Pack Face Masks will make you (briefly) look like a zombie while it goes to work tightening your pores and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. Now's as good of a time as ever to FaceTime your mom and scare her. Self-care, but make it spooky!
20. A pair of skull scissors so you'll KNOW which pair is yours...which will help in roommate or family relations.
Promising review: "Cute. Sturdy. Good size. Super sharp! Love these scissors." —Sarah Hunsinger
Get them from Amazon for $15.
21. A bat bath mat to help you zhuzh up your bathroom that sadly doesn't have room for scary animatronics or a 12-foot skeleton.
Promising review: "Nice size soft bat rug! I am using it for Halloween, but would be adorable for a kid's superhero bedroom or bath!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
22. A Ouija Board welcome mat as a lil' preview for the spooky lair that awaits your pal once they dare enter.
Promising review: "This mat was perfect this Halloween, it adds the perfect amount of subtle eeriness and it held up really well under our covered doorway. I'm sure this will last for at least another three years. The ink is clear and the words are legible (which was a concern I had prior to it arriving). But, despite the inexpensive price tag, it's actually a well-made mat that's true to the provided picture." —Morgan Benedict
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
23. Scaredy cats for some very cute Halloween decorations that'll deter critters like real cats, rodents, birds, rabbits, squirrels, and other pests thanks to their marble eyes.
Promising review: "If you don't mind having fake cats all over your yard or garden, these are great. Had some birds eating our strawberries. Put one of these right behind the strawberries in the raised garden bed, and hung one from a porch light. The porch light one looks like the cat is flying, but the wind makes it move a bit and the birds are none-the-wiser. Haven't seen a bird near the garden in a month. Worked well for me." —Tiki
Get them from Amazon for $19.98.
24. A pack of bat decals so you can artfully arrange your cauldron (yes, that's what a group of bats is called) however you want. And! They're waterproof — so you can even use them outside.
Promising review: "So when I first opened the package I was like, 'These are so tiny.' However, as I started to put them up, it started to look really nice. They look so cool, my family keeps passing by and looking at them and they really love them. Will order every year now." —Gina
Get a pack of 120 from Amazon for $8.98.
25. Plus a cute bat suncatcher for channeling some more light during the shorter days.
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
26. A spooky glam mantel decoration to really help set the mood for your scary movie nights.
27. A copy of Dangerous Games to Play in the Dark that'll help bring some creepy fun with games based on urban legends...and eerie illustrations to match.
28. A fluffy pumpkin purse for be a grown-up version of your OG trick-or-treat candy bucket.
Get it from A Shop of Things for $32.
29. A glam bat headband you can wear in the hopes of a fellow Halloqueen declaring, "Look it! Look it! It's freakin bats."
Get it from Boohoo for $12.50.
Also check out a v good Medusa headband.
30. A top 100 horror movies scratch off poster you'll probably already be able to scratch a ton off of...but you might surprise yourself!
Promising review: "I am enjoying this poster so much. I try to keep the next movie a secret until I’m ready to watch it. I’ve seen so many movies I didn’t know about and most of them aren’t half bad! This is a great gift for any horror movie fan." —Carmen Crowell
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
31. A Michael Myers window decal as a reminder that Halloween Ends is out soon.
Promising review: "This is a really cool Michael Myers cling. It can attach easily to any smooth surface, but looks great on a window. It comes in three separate pieces, so it's a little difficult to get it just right. You have to really be careful lining it up. The overall look is great and I recommend this for horror fans, especially for fans of the Halloween movie franchise." —Michael
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
32. Or a Freddy Krueger planter in case your neighbors have a LOT of opinions about your spooky taste and an indoor option may solve that headache.
Doolittle Dorks is a US-based shop specializing in pop culture planters.
Promising review: "Absolutely the cutest thing. I purchased Michael Myers for a friend, cause he’s obsessed. Instead of using it as a planter, I closed up the hole on the bottom and having friends who own a candle business, put a candle in there. I would definitely recommend these planters. I actually wanted to keep him for myself, cause he’s so freaking cute." —Candice Tucker
Get it from Doolittle Dorks on Etsy for $25+ (also available with a succulent kit).
33. An welcome banner because you're not quite ready to commit to the Disney Haunted Mansion wallpaper — but this will hold you over for now.
Promising review: "The sign fits perfectly along the back wall of my office. The package came with two long black ribbons to hang the lettering and a red needle to easily thread the ribbon through the holes. I had no glitter fallout from putting the letters on the string and I don't think there will be. Overall, this is a fun item to acquire either for Halloween or for year-round delight." —Marina
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
34. An autumnal garland to help keep the vibe going and break up all the skulls and bats that populate your home.
Promising review: "Love this garland for fall decorating. I added some orange lights and put it above the mantel. It is easy to bend around candlesticks and picture frames." —Deanna Scozzari-Kilbourn
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in eight colors).
35. A mesh cobweb dress I encourage you to use ANY excuse to wear.
Get it from Boohoo for $20 (available in sizes 12–24).
36. A ghost pillow can make your couch look even more boo-tiful.
Get it from Walmart for $12.96.
37. A witch's cottage night-light projector that'll fit a Wallflower refill and look spooky in the daylight but cast a very helpful holiday light when you need it.
Get it from Bath & Body Works for $36.50.
38. And lastly, a special unsettling toy to add to your spooky-but-not-explicitly-Halloween collection of decor.
Unsettling Toys started in Portland, Oregon in 2019 by partners Sara Derrickson Brian Jillsonas with the idea of a matchmaking agency for unwanted toys. At the very least I urge you to follow the biz on Instagram. The account is great!
This is Bella, one of many toys that the folks at Unsettling Toys are trying to rehome. The linked page shows the dolls available for "adoption" right now and you can even look at a gallery of "adopted" toys for some inspo on which one will be right for your home. The owners also looooove receiving unsettling toys once you email them with a bit of a backstory. The dolls are sometimes haunted, but of course there's no guarantee.
Get it from Unsettling Toys for $50.
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