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Halloween is a holiday for creativity. Whether it’s planning inventive tricks and treats or brainstorming memorable costumes and party themes, October 31 is all about sparking imagination. And as it turns out, users who are scrolling Pinterest for ideas are letting their thoughts drift into the past.
The trend forecasters behind the inspo-filled site have found that decor from the ’70s and ’90s is making a comeback in homes this year, with searches for the latter decade up 140%. “As Zoomers and millennials grapple with adulthood, nostalgia is creeping in,” the report states.
But perhaps there’s nothing wrong with looking back at these eras for help in the terror-and-delight department. After all, they are the decades that started the Halloween and Scream franchises and spurred other classics like The Exorcist and The Sixth Sense—so it’s safe to say that the surrounding holiday decor would be equally on point.
To get the look, we went looking for ’70s- and ’90s-inspired decorations that lean into this trend. Here are six picks worth screaming over.
Wood Banner
This wood banner’s classic characters and muted colors are a nod to a different time, but the results are still so cool. Get one to hang above a bed for a bewitching detail.
Tissue Dancers
It’s tough to find tissue dancers in this day and age, since these sure look like they were handed down from one generation to the next. But how fun would they be on a mantel in the coming weeks?
Decorative Fans
As far as the 1970s go, these black and orange decorative fans sure are groovy. Hang a bunch of them from the ceiling or create dimensional wall art instead.
Tissue Spiders
Care to add even more creepiness to your ceiling? Hang these tissue spiders alongside those decorative fans to amp up the fun.
Witch and Moon Centerpiece
Party hosts might enjoy having this witch and moon centerpiece on the buffet line to touch on nostalgic vibes—right next to the fondue set.
Startled Cats
These startled black cats might remind you of classroom costume parties, in a good way. Hang them everywhere from stair banisters to hallway walls, and move their legs and tails for added effect.