Halloween was first commercialized in America in the 1900s according to History.com, and from there it has evolved into what it is today. Although Halloween decor has changed pretty dramatically since those early days – now more modern accents like playful pet ornaments and pastel Halloween decorations are all the rage – there’s still a growing interest in vintage Halloween decor.
In a recent Halloween trend report from Pinterest, the brand reported that it had seen a spike in searches related to retro Halloween decorations, with searches for “Hippie Halloween decor” up 190 percent, “’90s Halloween decorations” up 140 percent, “vintage Halloween” up 50 percent, and “’70s Halloween” up 50 percent.
Whether it’s a reimagined decoration that you’re searching for or something straight from the past, antique Halloween decorations are designed to pay homage to the spooky flourishes that dominated homes throughout different generations – eliciting an inimitable sense of nostalgia – all while giving your home the haunted vintage vibe it deserves.
From ethereal ghost figurines and ’50s-style black cats to animated pumpkins that look like they were transported straight from the Haunted Mansion, we rounded up the best vintage Halloween decor that’ll take your home back in time and infuse a cozy flair. And if you don’t like these, you can even try to DIY some retro decorations for yourself (it’s really not that hard!). Ahead, find some of our favorite vintage ornaments on the internet, and pick them up while you can!
