Every October, streets begin to fill up with bone-chilling displays. Gore and gothic pulse spread end-to-end. And blacks, oranges, and swathing whites creep into Halloween’s spooky palette. This year, we believe the shades of pink will rebel against the Halloween we have known. Strange, or is it?
Traditionally, a reminiscent of springtime blossom and love; pink as the color preference for Halloween décor took us by storm in 2023 after the success of the fantasy comedy Barbie. This swapping of regular Halloween decorations for pastel Halloween decorations may be part of a slow but constant trend to stray away from the gory horror over the years. Especially amid kids who don’t mind being scared by pink unicorns anyway!
The playful idea of pink Halloween colloquially – ‘Pinkoween’ – resonates with many, so the stage for this year’s full-on pink invasion is set. The obsession with all things pink and Barbie, aka Barbiecore, has played a huge role in pushing the pink trend into fashion and home décor. This year, courtesy of interesting motifs appearing on Halloween shelves in pink, it is penetrating further into the scary domain.
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), upward of 1.8 million people dressed as Barbie last year, which topped the traditional witch and vampire costumes. This pink trend is likely to continue in 2025 as well.
Halloween, by nature of festivity, is all about imagination and self-expression. Transforming the everyday usual into that which is wild, unexpected, and creative is the norm. The palette of spooky, therefore, has no color bondage. Neither do the prominent blacks, the ritual oranges, and dashes of green remain perpetual, nor would pink break the boundaries of celebration.
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Therefore, Pinkoween is a bold shift in the dark thematic tradition; a trend that will subtly energize the Halloween parties, displays, and costumes. Food is not excluded either! Pink skeletons, pastel skulls, bubble gum pumpkins, and neon pink witches will adorn doorways and mantels, and the walls will be embellished with fuchsia wreaths and garlands, providing a fresh breath of air to the shadowy grim of the black and orange in the world that’s been unquestionably heavy of late.
This shift will feel like a playful reimagination of our beloved holiday, letting us see how scary and subtle can coexist as traditions evolve. Pink-themed Halloween will make more stories to embrace and let the fabric of darkness lose, encouraging us to embrace different hues of expression – ‘softness alongside spookiness, sweetness next to terror.’
Would this change the spooky vibe of Halloween? Yes, for some, but largely this colorful theme will fancy the cute! If you believe you want to give it a try, read on.
Pink Halloween Decoration Ideas to Try in 2025
Set up the Table
The easiest way to incorporate pink Halloween decorations is to set up the table. The options are endless; you can use a pink tablecloth, pink napkins, place settings, pink pumpkins, and candles to bring this beautiful hue to the space.
Dress the Fireplace Mantel
If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace in your home, don’t squander the opportunity and adorn it and the mantel is a beauty pink palette. Employ pastel pink skulls, pink paper bats, faux pumpkins in various pink shades, a pink cauldron, and a hot pink skeleton enjoying by the fireplace. You can add a few black accents in there to bring balance to the pink fiesta, as Chloe Crabtree has done so beautifully.
Googly-Eyed Pumpkins
Make use of the king of Halloween, the pumpkin, and turn it into a googly-eyed, curious thing. You can use real pumpkins, but then you have to use multiple paint coats to turn into pink, or you can buy faux pink pumpkins in varying sizes. Add googly eyes in different sizes as well to create a bunch of nosy, curious gourds as Chelsee Hood did.
Full-Blown Barbie Fest
If you are drawing inspiration for your pink Halloween from Barbie, think about creating an outdoor scary display with skeletons donning pink attire. You can add in Barbie, Ken, Weird Barbie, and whoever you’d like to be a part of the ensemble. Make it downright scary or goofy scary, the choice is entirely yours.
Pink Halloween Playhouse
If your kid has a playhouse and loves the color pink, Halloween is the time to win their approval by turning the playhouse into a temporary pink haven. You can stay on theme with pink Jack-o’-lanterns, pink and purple underlights creeping from under the door to give it an ethereal aura, and add pink chrysanthemums outside the door.
Just a Smidge? Hang a Wreath
If you are not looking to go overboard with pink Halloween, try including just one thing that’ll add the glamorous pop of color. A handmade wreath with varying shades of pink is definitely the right pick. You can hang it on an empty wall, a door, or a window to bring that perfectly pink spooky spirit.
Adorn the Living Room
One of the best spaces to immerse in pink Halloween, the living room. This Halloween, spread the Pinkoween fever all over the living area with throw pillows, vases, candles, faux pumpkins, and flowers.
Pretty in Pink Tombstones
Place some pink painted tombstones by the front door on the porch to evoke the spooky spirit. You can pick the shade, depending on the vibe you want. If your front porch Halloween décor is a bit muted or pastel, you can go with soft pink shades. If it is vibrant with bright colors, a hot pink will suffice.
Jack-o’-Lantern Pink Haven
You may stray from the classic Halloween palette of black and orange, but you may not forgo the pumpkins. Grab some faux pumpkins and carve out Jack-o’-lanterns from them. You can place fairy lights or tealights inside and adorn your tables and fireplaces with them.
Decorative Props for Pink Halloween in 2025
Bats & Pom Poms Wreath by Ashland
Pink and Black Happy Halloween Banner and Pink Ghost Garland
Artmag’s Pink Foam Pumpkins
16″ Neon Pink Jointed Skeleton Halloween Decorative Prop
Halloween Ghost Halloween Pink Lumbar Pillow
Pink Crashing Witch Halloween Decoration
Halloween Comforter With Light Pink Pumpkin Pattern
Halloween Decoration Ghost Neon Sign with Base
20″ Plush Spider Neon Pink Halloween Prop
Trick or Treat Happy Halloween Hanging Banner for Front Door
