Candles flicker, velvet glows and pumpkins whisper. This autumn, home styling turns playful, practical and surprisingly grown-up at home.
H&M Home’s 2025 Halloween collection leans into mood, not gimmicks. Think sleek stoneware, soft fleece and discreet bats rather than plastic overload. Prices start low, pieces feel durable, and the palette sits comfortably in a modern flat or a family house. That’s why design fans are talking.
What makes this drop different
Seasonal décor usually shouts. This range suggests. Instead of neon orange and novelty overload, the collection blends deep black, soft gold, forest green, natural beige and a muted pumpkin tone. The look reads autumnal first, Halloween second, which means you can keep half of it on show long after 31 October.
Design-first details and small prices sit together here: stoneware for under €8, cotton towels at €3.99, and reusable accents.
Two moods, one trolley
Shoppers can steer the vibe. Go gothic-glam with black velvet touches, gold-toned highlights and bat motifs that feel tailored, not cartoonish. Or pivot to woodland magic: pumpkins, leaf shades and tactile weaves that soften a room without shouting theme night.
Colours that feel grown-up
A refined palette makes these pieces easy to style with your staples. Black anchors the scheme. Gold lifts it. Forest green adds depth. Natural beige tones down the drama. A gentle orange gives seasonal warmth, especially on textiles and ceramics. The result looks chic on a dining table and cosy on a sofa.
Textures that warm the room
Texture does the atmospheric heavy lifting. Stoneware crocks and plates lend weight. Velvet and fleece invite hands. Woven baskets add rustic rhythm. Mix them and the space gains depth without clutter.
Layering texture, not quantity, creates the mood: velvet for polish, fleece for comfort, stoneware for structure.
Seven pieces readers are snapping up
- Stoneware mugs and plates (€4.99–€7.99): sturdy, dishwasher-friendly and weighty enough to feel premium at tea time.
- Ghost or bat plush sets (from €7.99): playful accents that double as kid-friendly room props and mantel fillers.
- Pumpkin cushion (€24.99): a sculptural shape in soft fabric that reads seasonal without tipping into novelty.
- Patterned fleece throw (€9.99): quick warmth, quick style, and an easy way to pull the colour scheme across the room.
- Paper napkins, 15-pack (€2.49): low-cost table lift with less laundry and just enough theme for guests.
- Cotton hand towels (€3.99): small swaps that make a bathroom or kitchen feel considered for the season.
- Woven pumpkin basket (€14.99): stash sweets by the door or store remotes on the coffee table with a wink.
Honourable mentions include the straw-topped cups for children (€7.99), biscuit tins from €9.99 that turn into storage after the party, and a soft ghost garland (€7.99) that photographs well without tangling.
How to style it without the clutter
Use a simple colour ratio
Try a 60/30/10 split: 60% neutrals you already own, 30% seasonal shades (green, soft orange), 10% black-and-gold accents. This keeps the room airy and stops the eye from tiring.
Build in triangles
Group items in threes at different heights: a stoneware plate on the table, a pumpkin cushion on the sofa, and a small plush on a shelf. The triangle guides attention and looks balanced on camera.
Mix cosy with sleek
Pair a velvet or fleece textile with hard-edged stoneware. Add one warm glow point: a lantern, an LED candle or a shaded lamp. The mix feels intimate without going dark.
Set a table that works for tea and dinner
Keep your everyday cutlery. Add the Halloween stoneware and paper napkins, plus one motif item at centre—perhaps a woven pumpkin basket with apples. Swap the apples for sweets when guests arrive.
One motif per surface is enough—pumpkins on the sofa, bats on the mantle, ghosts on the garland—so rooms stay calm.
Three ready-made baskets by budget
| Budget | What to buy | Result |
|---|---|---|
| €25 | Paper napkins; cotton hand towel; ghost garland | Entryway and table get a quick seasonal lift, minimal storage needed |
| €50 | Stoneware mugs (2); fleece throw; bat plush set | Sofa corner turns cosy, hot drinks feel special, kid-friendly touch added |
| €100 | Pumpkin cushion; stoneware plate set; woven pumpkin basket; napkins | Company-ready living room and dining table with pieces you can reuse |
Durability, care and storage
Stoneware favours daily use. Most pieces handle the dishwasher; let them cool before washing to prevent thermal shock. Fleece throws wash cold on a gentle cycle and dry fast; shake them outside to release fibres. Velvet or plush accents prefer a lint roller and spot cleaning, then a breathable storage bag once the season ends.
Pack textiles with cedar blocks to deter moths. Nest stoneware with a paper layer between plates. Keep baskets stuffed with crumpled paper so they hold shape. Label one lidded box for “October” and place it high; quick access matters next year.
Make it sustainable and wallet-wise
Choose items that moonlight past Halloween: neutral-toned stoneware, plain fleece, and gold-accented pieces blend into winter. Reserve overt motifs for small, high-impact touches like garlands or napkins. Reuse becomes automatic when pieces suit multiple months.
Buy the mood, not the date. If it works in November, it earns its space the other eleven months.
Small-space tactics for renters
Use removable hooks for garlands and lightweight wall pieces. Style the back of a door with a towel and a small wreath. Create a portable vignette on a tray—candle, mini plush, mug—so one lift clears the table when guests bring a board game or takeaway.
Safety notes and smart swaps
- Switch real candles for warm-white LEDs near textiles and children.
- Keep small plush accessories out of reach of toddlers and pets.
- Balance heavy stoneware on stable shelves; avoid overhanging stacks.
- Choose paper napkins for parties, cotton towels for everyday washing.
Creative prompts to extend the theme
Build a “treat-and-read” corner: fleece throw, ghost plush, two stoneware mugs, and a stack of autumn stories. For an easy party trick, line the woven pumpkin basket with parchment and fill with shortbread; swap for clementines on school nights. If you host, pre-pack mini hot chocolate kits in biscuit tins—mugs, sachets, napkins—so refills are one grab away.
Want a quick test before you buy? Photograph your living room in black and white. Items with clear shape and texture still pop without colour. Those are the pieces worth picking up, because they’ll look good under any light, any day in October—and well beyond.



Okay, the palette sounds grown-up and the prices are wild—€2.49 napkins and a €24.99 pumpkin cushion? Adding to basket 🙂
Is “mood, not gimmicks” just marketing? Can anyone confirm the stoneware weight and if the glaze chips? Also, does the fleece start pilling after 3 washes—pls be honest.