10 Halloween Wedding Ideas for a Spooktacular Celebration

Happy Halloween, brides! We’re so excited to dive into spooky wedding inspo for alternative couples. From Gothic romance and vintage elegance to campy retro themes and playful modern flourishes, we’ve curated everything you need to make your chic Halloween wedding vision a reality. Bookmark this page for next year’s fabulous celebration! Keep scrolling to take our Style Quiz, and to see our 10 hauntingly beautiful Halloween wedding ideas for a spooktacular celebration!

Moody Color Palettes for a Halloween Wedding

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First up: color! Treat your palette as the foundation for your theme, storytelling, and ambiance… It’s one of the best ways to lean into the season and create something striking and memorable for your guests. A few of our favorite palettes:

• White, black, and gold — this is our favorite for your head-to-toe Halloween wedding ensemble!
• Black, light lavender, and punchy orange (very retro-chic). 
• Crimson, black, and silver (gorgeous for centerpieces). 
• Black, mocha, and sunburst yellow (more of a soft, Harvest-themed scheme). 
• Bronze, black, and pale green (a little edgier and so easy to incorporate with natural decor and venue details).
• A combination of dark, muted colors like black, rust, and deep green contrasted with bright, translucent jewel tones like amethyst, carmine, emerald, and canary. 
• Dark rosy pink as a centerpiece color — a surprising yet irresistible choice for girly Halloween vibes. 

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However, whatever your palette colors, don’t forget to incorporate texture! Rustic weaves, wooden grains, antique silver, shimmery satin, and crushed velvet add dimension and contrast to your wedding attire, decor, venue, and backdrops. Find plenty of inspiration in our latest styled shoots!

Halloween Wedding Décor

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Nothing says “Halloween magic!” like spooky decorations… This is your chance to indulge in everything you love about the season! These are themes and trends we’ve spied in recent seasons:

• “Steampunk Chic,” featuring vintage chemistry sets, turn-of-the-century gadgets, velvet tablecloths, and jewel-encrusted centerpieces.
• “Victorian Whimsigoth,” featuring star-and-moon accents, black lace, decorative mirrors, and witchy displays of skulls, pumpkins, butterflies, and beetles.
• “Otherworldly and Ethereal,” featuring tarot decks, black candles, dramatic archways and tapestries, dried flowers, and elixir cocktails. 
• “B-Movie Horror,” featuring kitschy Hollywood references, campy centerpieces, and silent movies projected onto walls and backdrops.  
• Themes based on your favorite spooky or nostalgic movie or book franchise, e.g., Harry Potter or The Lord of the Rings. 

Spooky Halloween-Themed Table Settings

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Next up, bring the Halloween feel to your banquet! Black and gold place settings, ornate wine glasses, jewel-toned florals, harvest centerpieces, and luxe napkins and tableware should be the first on your list for chic, spooky-themed decor. 

For a classic spin, add themed Halloween wedding table names inspired by scary cinema. Die-hard Halloween fans will LOVE the movie references, and all your guests will enjoy the spooky conversation starters. Here are a few of our fave film references for table names:

• Elvira, Mistress of the Dark
• Good Ash, Bad Ash (Army of Darkness)
• Frau Blücher (Young Frankenstein)
• Camp Chippewa – (The Addams Family)
• Thackery Binx – (Hocus Pocus)
• Lost Souls Room (Beetlejuice)
• Pennywise’s Sewer (It)

Unique Halloween Wedding Food and Desserts

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While we’ll always love the classic white wedding cake, these unique Halloween wedding cakes really “take the cake” with striking accents, decadent tiers, and festive props. Whether you’re going spooky or cutesy for your Halloween wedding dessert, it’s sure to be a scream!

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Now, for a super spooky feel, we love this steampunk-inspired metallic spider wedding cake. It’s the perfect mixture between decadent and themed. If you want something with a Halloween feel that is a little more subtle, consider a simple but striking black frosting with seasonally colored flowers or harvest-inspired flourishes.

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Another idea is an oh-so-trendy black geode cake like this matte black cake with edible purple crystals, a cupcake tower with a skull topper, or an orange cake with marigolds — all sure to be showstoppers!

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As for festive food, we have a few suggestions as well:

• Butternut squash for soups, casseroles, and fillings
• Apple cider (spiked or unspiked!)
• Pumpkin cookies, bread, or cake
• Mashed potatoes
• Poisoned apples — oops, we meant candy apples! 😉

Alternative or Gothic Florals

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Florals and bouquets play a crucial role in enhancing the mood and theme of your Halloween wedding. Here are some chic, wicked, and whimsical ideas to get started:

• Dark, enchanting color palettes in black, burgundy, deep purple, and dark red.
• Gothic themes with black flowers or flowers with dark, velvety petals, like black dahlias, deep red roses, and black calla lilies.
• Include dark and textured foliage, such as eucalyptus, ferns, or black and purple-hued leaves, to add depth and contrast to your arrangements.
• Use seasonal elements like mini pumpkins, gourds, and dark berries to add a Halloween touch to your floral decor. These can also be incorporated into both bouquets and table centerpieces.
• Choose unique and dramatic bouquet wraps that match your theme, like black lace, dark ribbons, or even leather for a truly Gothic look.
• Personalize your bouquet with thematic accessories like tiny skull or spider charms, black feathers, or vintage brooches. 
• As an alternative to traditional vases, consider using skull-shaped vases or containers to hold your bouquets or floral arrangements.
• To infuse a Halloween feel into your floral decor, incorporate elements like spider web lace, which can also be draped over your floral arrangements or used as table runners.

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Matching Groom’s Attire

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If your sweetheart is wearing a suit for your celebration, you have plenty of unique, stylish, and sophisticated trends to choose from for a perfect Halloween vibe! 

First up, we love this maroon and khaki suit this groom wore to his Halloween wedding. It’s on-theme without going over the top, and so easy to style for a variety of venues and settings. If you want a little bit more flair, consider adding a seasonal boutonniere and patterned tie!

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However, a gothic suit is also a unique and classic way to go. This black suit is ultra-flattering and matches any color palette, and it’s perfectly on theme for your spooky celebration. If you want something a little less monochromatic, add a white suit jacket to your dress shirt and trousers to make the look more playful.

On Theme Bridesmaids’ Dresses

Next up, your wedding party! Take some color and style inspiration from our real brides and their gorgeous celebrations…

• Ochre and tan colors with cozy plaid shawls
• All black in a sleek silhouette
• Satin jewel tones for a vintage feel
• All-over shimmer and sequins for a festive black-tie look
• Vintage embellishments for a 1920s Gatsby vibe

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Venues for a Halloween Wedding

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Hosting a Halloween wedding can be so unique and exciting with the right venue! Consider these to enhance the overall atmosphere and theme:

• Haunted mansion or historic manor
• Barn or farm
• Historic theater or opera house
• Winery or vineyard
• Cemetery or mausoleum
• Botanical garden or conservatory
• Art gallery or museum
• Hotel ballroom
• Beachfront venue
• Castle or fort
• Outdoor gardens with a tent
• Stately ballrooms
• A saloon with plenty of character and atmosphere

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Spooky Accessories for a Fall Wedding

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We’re loving the latest trends for unconventional couples leaning into the Halloween theme. Get inspired with these styled shoots and runway-fresh accessories:

• A bridal tiara or lush flower crown (very Corpse Bride-inspired)
• Long elbow-length gloves in textured lace
• A long veil with pops of color in the lace
• A tiered veil for Victorian drama
• A black feather cape
• A long, dramatic, jewel-embellished cape
• A beautiful black veil
• Black shoes
• Accent ribbons in maroon, gold, emerald, or silver
• Skeletal hair accessories
• Vintage brooches

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Gothic-Inspired Wedding Dresses

Finally, bring your Halloween wedding vision to life with the perfect non-traditional wedding dress and spooky character homage… Get inspired with this fabulous styled shoot from Rock’N’Roll Bride! 

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Scarlet Lane by Maggie Sottero

Channeling Stephen King vibes for your big day? Get inspired with a Carrie-esque dress in a deep shade of shimmery scarlet. It’s sure to be a major hit with horror fans! 

Penny by Maggie Sottero

For a chic Wednesday Addams aesthetic, opt for a dark, moody, and ultra-sophisticated wedding gown in the most stylish shade of black. (Perfect for the dance floor!)

Norvinia Lane by Sottero and Midgley

Make a sexy, daring statement in this Cruella deVille ensemble featuring black lace, a figure-hugging silhouette, and a stunning bodice treatment. Accessorize to your heart’s content! 

Marigold by Rebecca Ingram

Transform a classic princess ballgown into a Tim Burton reference with dreamy (and spooky!) accessories like a veil, crown, and gloves. This “Corpse Bride” look is chic and melancholy perfection! 

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Happy Halloween from Maggie Sottero!