Here’s how to have a spooktacular Hallowe’en

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Published on:20 OCTOBER 2024

It's scary how fast Hallowe’en has come around – and we’re here with some wicked ideas for October 31.

Whether you’re planning to turn your home into a haunted house, serve up a terrifyingly tasty treat, or find a scarily good costume, our retailers have everything you need.

Here’s a round-up of some must-have Hallowe’en buys from all your favourite stores.

Outrageous outfits

Next offers a great selection of Hallowe’en outfits that are as stylish as they are scary! We love this Charcoal Grey Halloween Printed Long Sleeve Party Dress (£13-£15). Ramp up the chill factor with a pair of these scary Spider Tights (£8).

Frightful finishing touches

Claire’s has everything from frightening fancy dress to hair accessories, jewellery and make-up, all with a haunting Hallowe’en theme – you won't know ‘witch’ to choose! Shop their fright night collection here.

Batty budget buys

Beware of some frighteningly low prices at Poundland, where you can pick up everything from a Glow in the Dark Skeleton (£1.50), and a Halloween Ghost Ceramic Plate (£3) to a Trick or Treating Bundle (£4), which includes a creepy vampire make-up kit, a light-up wand, a spooky snap band and face paint crayons.

Terrifying treats

M&S is your go-to for a fright night feast. From deliciously spooky biscuits and chocolates, and themed tableware – they offer dairy-free sweet options too!

Creepy candles

Set the mood with Yankee Candle’s Hallowe’en-themed candles. The Witches’ Brew (£29.99) will fill your home with the spicy sweet essence of Hallowe’en.

Scary style

Flying Tiger has a great range of quirky decorations, from a spooky Spiderweb Tablecloth (£5) to an alarming Hallowe’en Doorbell (£15), complete with a light-up spooky eyeball!

Haunted Hotel

Hotel Chocolat has brewed up a cauldron of creepy candy, with scarily good chocolate vampires, bats, skulls, eyeballs and pumpkins. Tuck into The Yumpkin (£7.45) - the face of Hallowe’en carved in meltingly smooth milk chocolate.

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