Elements of A Haute Halloween Party

Whether you are hosting or attending a Halloween party, this post has the spooky style you need. From stylish skeletons and servers,  black feathers and veils,  to cocktails and cosmetics.  Scroll down if you dare!

The Goblet Of Fire Cocktail

The perfect moody drink to serve up for Halloween. It's inspired by the Harry Potter series. Smashed blackberries give it the deep color. The fire on top gets its' flame from a little spiced rum.

Half Baked Harvest

Black and Gold Plastic Plates

These are as elegant as disposables come. I always have a set on hand. Why not make it easy on yourself? 

Net a Party NY

Black Terracotta Skulll Candy Bowl

But don't just stop with candy! Use these sale bowls for popcorn, ice, or guest towels in the powder room.

West Elm

Skull Plates

Paper can be glam when styled with imagination.

Etsy

Black Lace Plates and Servers

So apropos for Halloween night, or actually any night you want to provide a sophisticated vibe. Choose from serving platter, bowls, or side plates.

Terrain

Feather Jamie Dress

The hostess can be as glam as she wants. And with these sleeves you are free to stir the pot, pass the drinks, and serve the appetizers without interference.

Tuckernuck

Halloween Makeup Sets

MAC helps us to get whatever look we are trying to achieve.  This is the stitched set. They are all 30% off until tonight. 

MAC Cosmetics

Lit Mr. Bones
Greet your guests with with Mr. Bones. He can stand or sit anywhere. Have him mingle with guests in the living room, guarding the door on the porch, or peeking around a corner in the hallway. It's a bit of an investment, but you will use him every year.

Pottery Barn

Lace Trim Bridal Veil

For $15 you can be whomever you want to be with this veil. Bride of Frankenstein? Use your imagination and have fun with it.

Nasty Gal

Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake

Martha says it best: "This Cheesecake has a delicately flavored pumpkin filling and a deliciously intense chocolate crust. Serve it as is, or pour a stove-top chocolate-caramel glaze on top for a glossy, glamorous finish." So company worthy!

Martha Stewart

24 Mrs. Prindables Classic Caramel Apples

Treat your guests to these delicious candy apples. They are individually wrapped, so they make a great guest gift. Free shipping from....

QVC

Set Of 20 Black Votive Candles in Glass

Just what every dinner party needs, These are unscented and will cast a goulish glow on the party.

Amazon

Witch Hands Snack Bowl Server

Need a spare hand or three? These haute hands with the painted nails will set the scene and serve the snacks.

Grandinroad

Personalized Dog Sweater

For pups who are bad to the bone. It's on sale and comes in big or small sizes. 

Mark & Graham

Ghost Crackers With Pumpkin Cheese Ball

Create this cheese situation with the help of this clever recipe by W.S. The black cheese pumpkin is made with black sesame seeds. Try it if you dare.

Williams Sonoma

Beach Riot Skull Sweater

The perfect thing to wear when you don't feel like donning a costume.

Anthropologie   Nordstrom

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Saturdays At Shop This: All Things Boo-tiful

Did this seem like a long week to anyone other than myself?Maybe it is because I was left to my own fractured devices while " Mr. Shop This " travelled.  Needless to say I missed my main squeeze and home helper.  So yay for the weekend. Many of you will be celebrating with Halloween parties. Running with that theme, I have some "boo-tiful" links to share with you, like the best ever Halloween makeup and more.  



It's all about that base. Barney's caught up with celebrated manicurist Deborah Lippmann at NYC at Fashion Week. Read this article if you want to up your manicure game. In the interview, Deborah shares her secrets to perfect nails.  One of them is that all of her polishes are vegan and free of harsh chemicals.
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Have you seen Ann Taylor's Luxewear yet? I know that you will love it. It's a beautifully curated collection of cashmere and other fine fabrics in wearable styles, from cooking class to first class, stock market or farmers market. I loved the cashmere joggers for comfy chic lounging at home.
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The 10 Fall Beauty Essentials Byrdie editors can't live without.  I agree with at least one of their picks - Charlotte Tilbury's universally flattering lip colors. I adore them.
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Window Shopping at Bergdorf Goodman. If my leg heals before Thanksgiving, I hope to be inside Bergdorf's next month. Until then window shop with me. The Valentino Fall Collection is filled with beautiful details like chain mail, elegant embroidered motifs, fur, pleats and more.
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Beauty of a deal:  Just a reminder for beauty junkies like me.  Sephora offers a FLASH Subscription for Free 2-day Shipping for one year. It's only $10 with no minimum purchases.
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I would like to be holding any of these Vintage Chanel Baubles and Bags! The truth is, I do own two pairs of the earrings in the sale at One Kings Lane. Let me tell you, Chanel is something that holds its' value!
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5 Can’t-Miss Shops for #Halloween Makeup at Etsy. Lots of Boo-tiful inspiration! 
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Bridal Beauty: Fall in love with the exclusive Johanna Ortiz Bridal Collection at Moda Operandi. It's all just so pretty to look at. 
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There are some boo-tiful bargains on fun jewelry at the Baublebar Blowout this weekend. 20+ baubles all under $20 and just starting at $10.  I picked up the Samba Studs in red.
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A beautiful $12 gift: Budding Monogram Ornament at Anthropologie. Perfect for every teacher, service provider, dinner guest or hostess.

No matter who you are this weekend, remember that a little fantasy never hurt anyone. Here's to your boo-tiful weekend. 

XOXO
Deb
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