I love Halloween, but it definitely has a cheese factor to it. My porch is adorned with fake webs, plastic spiders and silly looking pumpkins right now. The only thing pretty out there is the mums. I do this all for the love of my child who wants the porch to look spooky. The designer in me longs for a chic Halloween that is black, white, simple with elegant details. If your feeling the urge to make your Halloween a bit more chic here are fives ways you can do just that. Happy Halloween!

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#1 White Everything. Mix white pumpkins, dry hydrangea, antlers and votive candles for an ultra elegant table. This would transition nicely into Thanksgiving. At Christmas time swap out the pumpkins for holly with white ornaments. It’s a centerpiece that keeps on giving. photo and design via tone on tone antiques.

#2 Create a charcuterie board. I love this because if you really load it up with goodies this is all you need to do. It can be a simple dinner for most with little maintenance for the host. This is another idea that works well for Thanksgiving. Let people graze a bit while waiting for the turkey to be done. photo and creation via apartment 34.

#3 Add a skull + flowers. This is just cool plain and simple. See the full tutorial via honestly yum.

#4 Light candles in wine bottle holders. You can find these at Pottery Barn, but they look easy to make yourself as well.

#5 Make a sweet treat the kids and adults can enjoy. Create a fun and yummy apple pop bar. You can set out the sliced apples on a stick and let guests create their own delicious combo. Caramel, chocolate with nuts or s’more flavors. photo via craftberry bush.