We are in luck that it seems Halloween decor manufacturers have finally taken on the gothic design instead of sparkles, clowns, and modern horror movie themes. There is something classy and Victorian Era about the gothic Halloween design. Let's talk about the elements.
Some great elements of gothic style are "Dark Shadows," Edgar Allan Poe, Victorian Era, Romanesque architecture, cathedral windows, heavy curtains, rich colors like burgundy, midnight blue, forest green, black. wrought iron, gilded metal finishes, heavy ornate mirrors, tapestries.
lighting
Hurricane lamps, candles, candelabras. These are consistent with the Victorian Era. Modern day additions that could fit include tiny twinkle lights, cannister lights for uplighting walls, projection lights.
walls/art/windows
accessories/furnishings
If you are really in a gothic mood and want to get inspired by design, I highly suggest my favorite YouTube channel for decor, Moda Misfit
Some movies that might inspire and get you in the mood -
Dark Shadows
Sleepy Hollow
Bram Stoker's Dracula
Crimson Peak
Interview With the Vampire
Brotherhood of the Wolf
The Witch
Suspira
Rebecca
Lovers of gothic style embrace their Halloween with all the darkness and ornate, gilded classiness of a great dracula movie. Themes of death don't scare them, them make them feel more alive. The dark colors and mood lighting make for very sexy atmosphere. Elements like witches, skulls, gargoyles, crows, and moons seem to embody the vibe.
Have a very gothy Halloween!