Tasteful Halloween Home Decor Under $45 That's Still Spooky

Ambar Pardilla
·Contract Commerce Writer, HuffPost
·3-min read

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This Halloween decor looks much more expensive than it is.  (Photo: HuffPost)
This Halloween decor looks much more expensive than it is. (Photo: HuffPost)

Welcome to spooky season! It’s time to take out the witch’s brew and get all the guts out of a few pumpkins — Halloween is almost here.

Whether you’re someone who likes to go all out on a costume — maybe you’re dressing up as something especially appropriate for 2020 this year — or just like to watch horror movies all night every Oct. 31, Halloween always brings a few treats. And, hopefully, not too many tricks.

It’s been a pretty strange year so far, and Allhallows’ Eve will be no different. Some places have banned trick-or-treating, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has put out guidelines to help you celebrate safely.

With that said, you’re probably looking to get into the spooky spirit at home. (Us, too.) You might be searching for Halloween decor that’s tasteful and definitely not tacky so you can go all out — it’s not the year to glue fake bats around your home or and buy leafy wreaths that just fall apart.

We’ve found Halloween decorations that aren’t just affordable — lots of the options on the list below are actually under $30 — but are nice to look at, too. (You can also check out our roundups of home decor to give you Halloween vibes all year and matte black finds that might just send a chill down your spine.)

From a candleholder dripping in gold to a tweed pumpkin that’s more sophisticated than spooky, check out these Halloween decorations that won’t look tacky in your home:

A throw pillow that’s in a tangled web

And there&rsquo;s a beaded spider that (fortunately) doesn&rsquo;t bite. <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/2055067/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2F12-34-round-tangled-web-throw-pillow-john-derian-for-threshold-8482%2F-%2FA-79502734%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subid1=5&amp;subid2=halloween&amp;subid3=decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $20 at Target</a>.

A wall hoop with the moon, sun and stars hanging out

The metallic beads make this wall hanging especially magical and mystical. <a href="https://fave.co/3o5NRdl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $17 at T.J.Maxx</a>. 
The metallic beads make this wall hanging especially magical and mystical. Find it for $17 at T.J.Maxx.

An ice bucket with an "eerie edge"

Just be careful &mdash; you never know what's hiding in a forest. <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/2055067/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fcold-as-ice-glass-ice-bucket-john-derian-for-threshold-8482%2F-%2FA-79502723%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subid1=5&amp;subid2=halloween&amp;subid3=decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $20 at Target</a>. 

A doormat that's ready for a trap

So you don't <i>actually</i> bring cobwebs inside. <a href="https://fave.co/3m69icr" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $13 at World Market</a>. 
So you don't actually bring cobwebs inside. Find it for $13 at World Market.

A set of tea towels that are a hoot

Obsessed with owls? This set features both a barn owl <i>and</i> a horned owl. <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/2055067/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fcold-as-ice-glass-ice-bucket-john-dhttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2F2pc-what-a-hoot-owl-print-tea-towel-set-john-derian-for-threshold-8482%2F-%2FA-79502792%23lnk%3Dsametabrian-for-threshold-8482%2F-%2FA-79502723%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subid1=5&amp;subid2=halloween&amp;subid3=decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find the set for $15 at Target</a>. <br /><br />

A pumpkin candle holder that you don't have to carve

Getting all the guts out of the pumpkin can be hard. But now, you can get the look without having to take out your carving tools. <a href="https://fave.co/3k0FGMK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $17 on Etsy</a>.
Getting all the guts out of the pumpkin can be hard. But now, you can get the look without having to take out your carving tools. Find it for $17 on Etsy.

A skull that's all about the matte black trend

We don't have a bone to pick at all with this skeleton. Plus, if you didn't know, <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/matte-black-home-decor-furniture-industrial-style_l_5f764b08c5b66377b27f86bf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">matte black</a> is very<i> in</i> right now. <a href="https://fave.co/2FAGucn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $8 at T.J.Maxx</a>.

A trio of black cat that are watching you

They've only got googly eyes for you. <a href="https://fave.co/341MpR8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $35 on Etsy</a>.
They've only got googly eyes for you. Find it for $35 on Etsy.

A tweed pumpkin that looks very professional

This one is less spooky, more sophisticated. <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/2055067/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fmedium-tweed-with-stitch-fabric-harvest-pumpkin-spritz%2F-%2FA-79897871%3Fpreselect%3D78639253%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subid1=5&amp;subid2=halloween&amp;subid3=decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $8 at Target</a>.

A candleholder that's just dripping in gold

These would even make the "Addams Family" jealous. <a href="https://fave.co/37e5eCo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $42 on Etsy.</a>
These would even make the "Addams Family" jealous. Find it for $42 on Etsy.

A doormat that features a trio of cats

Well, this list just took a twist. <a href="https://fave.co/342aHdK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $39 at Pottery Barn</a>.
Well, this list just took a twist. Find it for $39 at Pottery Barn.

A witch for your window

Yes, the moon lights up. <a href="https://amzn.to/3lTbF1R" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $20 at Amazon</a>.
Yes, the moon lights up. Find it for $20 at Amazon.

A dumpling light that you'll want to sink your teeth into

It's a little light to help when things go bump in the night. <a href="https://fave.co/3lQ2XBF" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $18 at Urban Outfitters</a>.
It's a little light to help when things go bump in the night. Find it for $18 at Urban Outfitters.

A set of pumpkins that are all set for the harvest

You can leave these out around the house for the ghouls and ghosts to get. <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/2055067/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2F8ct-harvest-mini-decorative-pumpkin-with-leaves-spritz-8482%2F-%2FA-78829761%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subid1=5&amp;subid2=halloween&amp;subid3=decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find the set for $6 at Target</a>.

A goblet fit for a goblin, ghoul or ghost

Just pour in red wine for a real bloody look. <a href="https://fave.co/3k6sxSv" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $30 at Pottery Barn</a>. 
Just pour in red wine for a real bloody look. Find it for $30 at Pottery Barn.

A cloche that you can lift for toil and trouble

The light can flicker for an even creepier feel. <a href="https://fave.co/3k5918J" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $30 on Etsy</a>.
The light can flicker for an even creepier feel. Find it for $30 on Etsy.

A spooky raven that's not for the craven

Somewhere, Edgar Allan Poe is quaking. <a href="https://fave.co/3k8PCnm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $28 at Pottery Barn</a>.
Somewhere, Edgar Allan Poe is quaking. Find it for $28 at Pottery Barn.

A garland that's haunted with bats and ghosts

Luckily, you won't have to worry about these ghosts and bats flying all over the place. <a href="https://fave.co/3nYJ7pG" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $23 on Etsy</a>.
Luckily, you won't have to worry about these ghosts and bats flying all over the place. Find it for $23 on Etsy.

A table runner that's slightly sinister

Be on the lookout for any actual spiders. <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/2055067/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Flace-web-halloween-table-runner-hyde-38-eek-boutique-8482%2F-%2FA-78638822%3Fref%3Dtgt_adv_XS000000%26AFID%3Dgoogle_pla_df%26fndsrc%3Dtgtao%26DFA%3D71700000012806747%26CPNG%3DPLA_Seasonal%252BShopping_Local%26adgroup%3DSC_Seasonal%26LID%3D700000001170770pgs%26LNM%3DPRODUCT_GROUP%26network%3Dg%26device%3Dc%26location%3D9004054%26targetid%3Dpla-956047986400%26ds_rl%3D1246978%26ds_rl%3D1248099%26ds_rl%3D1247068%26gclid%3DCjwKCAjwiaX8BRBZEiwAQQxGx7leEBQXpieNm0wNQjBe93CkD8gOuHAGUaoSDnMnWhCKWTW9QNn4SRoCqoUQAvD_BwE%26gclsrc%3Daw.ds&amp;subid1=5&amp;subid2=halloween&amp;subid3=decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $10 at Target</a>.

A bowl that's has its toes out

I can't put my finger on what I like so much about it. <a href="https://fave.co/2H936B1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $43 on Etsy</a>.
I can't put my finger on what I like so much about it. Find it for $43 on Etsy.

A bunting that's quite horrible

Watch out for Michael Myers and Carrie White. <a href="https://fave.co/2FDwgYI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $14 on Etsy</a>.
Watch out for Michael Myers and Carrie White. Find it for $14 on Etsy.

A coffin planter

It's to die for. <a href="https://fave.co/3nZPDfK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $13 on Etsy.</a>
It's to die for. Find it for $13 on Etsy.

A wreath with feathers instead of florals

It'll be frightful enough for a few trick-or-treaters. <a href="https://amzn.to/3dypMGT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $28 at Amazon</a>.
It'll be frightful enough for a few trick-or-treaters. Find it for $28 at Amazon.

A door hanger that just might put a spell on you

Boo to you, too. <a href="https://fave.co/3j2e7RT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $30 at Wayfair</a>.
Boo to you, too. Find it for $30 at Wayfair.

A mantle scarf that's a bit batty

Or lay it across a table when you're serving some apple cider. <a href="https://amzn.to/2H93U9g" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $13 at Amazon</a>.
Or lay it across a table when you're serving some apple cider. Find it for $13 at Amazon.

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