8 Cute Halloween Decor Ideas That Look More Sweet than Spooky

As Halloween approaches, many are embracing the spirit of the season with spooky decorations both inside and outside their homes. However, if scary decor isn’t your thing, the good news is that there are other, cuter, ways to decorate for the season. This October 31, you can take a more lighthearted approach to decor, focusing on playful elements that evoke smiles instead of scares. From adorable ghosts to unexpected colors, the possibilities are truly endless.

Here are eight cute Halloween decor ideas that will help you embrace the more whimsical side of the season.  

Bat silhouettes are a classic Halloween decoration, but a spooky-cute take on this iconic decoration is to use black butterfly silhouettes — just like home and lifestyle blogger Ceres of @the.pink.dream on Instagram. Arrange them together in a group along your wall to achieve the same iconic Halloween look.

Add a playful and charming touch to your mantel, doorway, or windows with a cute Halloween garland. Victoria, owner of TillyBobbin (@tilly.bobbin on Instagram) a small shop specializing in handmade crafts, created this sweet, sparkly garland that nods to popular Halloween motifs but still looks absolutely adorable.

Sometimes less is more, as demonstrated by Arizona-based interior designer Nelly Irias. A rustic broom and floating hat is all she needed to create the look of a cute witchy corner on a blank wall. The result is elegant and minimalist — perfect for anyone looking to add just a touch of Halloween decor this spooky season. 

Looking to make your front porch a little more festive? Take notes from Trish at Beautiful Inspire Co., who created the most adorable trick-or-treating DIY sheet ghosts for her spooky-cute front porch. The pastel pink, purple, and orange color palette of the whole display feels soft and sweet.

For simple and subtle decor, get inspired by the wicker witch hats and cauldron-like planter styled by Jessica Smith of @jessicasmithhomedesign. Choose pieces that feel autumnal with a nod to Halloween, but still match well with the rest of your decor for an overall charming look.

Sheet ghosts have that fun, playful vibe that makes them perfect for a cute Halloween. You can display these in various ways throughout your home, including figurines, DIY life-size versions, or even artwork, as demonstrated by Tina Elliot of @carolina.cozy.

Skeletons may be traditionally spooky, but there’s something undeniably cute about “posing” them around your house, as seen in this Los Angeles, California, home. Just be sure you go with the plain white style — nothing too gory or graphic. You can make these look even more friendly, though, by grabbing a can of spray paint (pink, purple, or even glitter!) for a fresh new look.

Pink can make even the spookiest decor look cute. Take some inspiration from Jordyn Hadwin (@jordynhadwin), who used a non-traditional color palette of pink, pastel orange, and yellow to create this adorable Halloween display throughout her bookshelves.