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20 Best Halloween Wedding Ideas To Add A Little Spook To Your Big Day

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20 Best Halloween Wedding Ideas To Add A Little Spook To Your Big Day

A pristine white wedding is great, but quirky brides may crave something a little more off the cuff. A Halloween wedding couldn’t be more perfect with its spooky undertone and palette of inky blacks, rich reds, purples, and orange.

There’s also ample room for scary ghost stories and funky Halloween decor ideas. Whether you’re just toying with Halloween wedding ideas and are in the very beginning stages, or are fully committed, you may just find a little inspiration here.

1. Dia De Los Muertos wedding skeletons

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by TopTopperShop (@lopatina_nat) on Mar 13, 2019 at 1:11am PDT

No Halloween wedding cake is complete without an apt topper, and we’re partial to this Dia de los Muertos number.

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2. Orange-y harvest bouquet

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Halloween Wedding Ideas (@halloweddings) on Aug 8, 2019 at 3:02pm PDT

Keep your floral arrangements rustic and Halloween-inspired by leaning into oranges, peaches, and taupe. Navy, black, purple, and deep red are other colors to consider.

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3. Voodoo top hat

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Siminscreations (@siminscreations) on Aug 5, 2019 at 6:41pm PDT

A voodoo top with bedazzled with skulls will add a little Halloween flair to your guest check-in table.

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4. Moody dried floral arrangement

Another way to play into the Halloween theme is to opt for dried floral arrangements instead of a fresh bouquet. These would look perfect as centerpieces.

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5. Black calla lily & rose boutonnieres

An inky black calla lily or rose boutonniere adds beautiful spook to any groomsmen or bridesmaid outfit.

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6. Coffin wedding ring box

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by (@blacktarhoney) on Aug 6, 2019 at 10:46pm PDT

Can you honestly think of a better place to house your wedding rings than inside of a wee coffin?

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7. Wicked Halloween “snow” globes

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Jensi (@shop_with_jensi) on Aug 21, 2019 at 11:09am PDT

Another way to jazz up your dinner tables, buffet, or guest check-in is with delightfully kitschy, Halloween-inspired snow globes.

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8. Ouija board heels

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Jessica Whyte (@freckled_bettys_shoes) on Nov 22, 2016 at 9:39am PST

All eyes are on the bride throughout the wedding, so consider dressing the Halloween part with a pair of one-of-a-kind ouija board heels.

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9. Skulls galore

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by (@savannahmarielom) on Jul 28, 2019 at 8:20pm PDT

Keep it classic with a non-fussy skull or two (or many) strategically placed around the ceremony and reception venues. Don’t forget to include one in the photobooth.

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10. 'Til Death' neon sign

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Gemminis Event Planners (@gemminis_eventos) on Mar 30, 2019 at 6:43pm PDT

This phrase is synonymous with all weddings, but in the right application it feels extra spooky. Add a little neon to the mix and you’ve got ample photo opps.

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11. Voodoo doll favors

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Tonya (@thecountryscrapbasket) on Jun 12, 2019 at 4:06pm PDT

Not sure what to give as Halloween wedding favors? You’ve got so many fun options to choose from, but a voodoo doll is sure to make a splash.

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12. Halloween donuts

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Fall Winter (@fall_winter_things) on Jul 26, 2019 at 11:36pm PDT

You’ve heard of donut walls, but those usually invoke thoughts of rainbow sprinkles and pink frosting. For an All Hallows Even wedding, go full-blown spooky!

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13. Black candelabras

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Enosis Events (@enosisevents) on Jul 24, 2019 at 8:30am PDT

Forget the cheery gold and silver — it’s full-blown black or nothing at all when it comes to your candelabra décor. (Pro-tip: you can spray paint any existing candelabras black.)

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14. Black & white wedding dress

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by @pumpkins_and_snowflakes on Jul 25, 2019 at 8:52am PDT

Forget the white wedding and go for a black and white dress. And if you’re really digging the Halloween vibes, just go for an inky black gown.

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15. Halloween cookies

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Danielle (@hellabakedcookies) on Aug 22, 2019 at 8:05am PDT

Halloween cookies make great favors or a great dessert. The sugary “geodes” in these cookies elevate them to wedding status, but you’ve got a ton of options.

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16. Goth champagne glasses

If you’re going to have a toast — and most weddings would be remiss without — make sure it’s a goth-y one with the perfect glasses.

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17. Halloween wedding invitations

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Custom Wedding Invitations (@tasharaedesigns) on Oct 3, 2018 at 6:01pm PDT

Let your guests know what they’re in for by sending out invitations that are Halloween themed. They’ll be dying for the day to come.

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18. Mrs. & Mr. pumpkins

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Bridal Look Book (@bridal_look_book) on Oct 28, 2018 at 3:00am PDT

You can carve out your own Mr. & Mrs. Pumpkins for the big day, or opt for an easy decal.

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19. Eerie wedding place cards

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Bridal Look Book (@bridal_look_book) on Oct 25, 2018 at 10:48am PDT

Place card holders are one easy way to amp up your All Hallows Eve décor. Skeletons, skeleton keys, bats, and pumpkins all work.

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20. 'Til Death Do Us Part' banner

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Mindy DeHart (@mindymacabre) on Nov 25, 2018 at 12:18pm PST

Another spin on the ‘Til Death Do We Part' promise, but this one just sounds way more fun.

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Wendy Rose Gould is a freelance lifestyle reporter based in Phoenix, Arizona. She contributes to NBC, Refinery29, Brides, Allure, Spotlyte, Total Beauty, Soko Glam, and others.

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