Others view Halloween as a state of mind that they want to live in all the time.
Wouldn’t that be the perfect getaway?
Sadly, the town and its bewitching inhabitants only exist in our minds.
That’s even more than the $3 billion that will be spent buying the season’smost popular candies.
Anyone who has ever watched HGTV has witnessed firsthand the transformational qualities of a can of paint.
Easy and relatively affordable what’s not to love?
You’ve surely heard the old wive’s tale that black paint will shrink a room.
Well, that’s not always the case.
Far from it, actually.
Black paint, especially in a well-lit space, can create depth and impart luxury.
If you don’t believe us,Elle Decorpulled together a gallery of 35 rooms that prove our point.
If black’s not your scene, what about a rich shade of orange?
The fiery color is synonymous with Halloween, but it can give you a totally different feel as well.
Best yet, an orange living room or kitchen is bound to make an unforgettable statement.
Has anyone toured one that was decked out in the finest of contemporary stylings?
Remember the meme about ghosts always being older spirits, never modern-day Britney Spears fans (viaMe.me)?
Part of what makes these spaces and creatures so creepy is that they look older than they are.
How do you channel that idea in your own house?
We’d recommend against leaving spiderwebs up year-round.
For example, think about a velvet wingback chair and an elaborate mirror for your living room.
Heavy bookshelves with ornate carvings will make your library look like the set of “Frankenstein.”
Of course, the furniture you select doesn’t have to be brand new.
you might thrift or shop around online to hunt down authentic vintage pieces (viaApartment Therapy).
Keep in mind that this is your home, though; it’s not an actual haunted house.
Too many dark, heavy pieces will weigh down the room.
Instead, shop around to create a balanced and eclectic room with a couple of eerie touches.
A few well-placed touches can make a world of difference.
That way, it’s possible for you to settle on accessories with staying power instead of ghoulish kitsch.
Fill it with black roses, and it’ll look even spookier when set out on your coffee table.
Candles will always be a Halloween staple that fit in any home.
