Orange and black… and pink and purple. Some twists for creative Halloween parties

Associated Press

Throwing a Halloween party is a great outlet for getting creative with the season. And it doesn’t have to be all monsters and mayhem — though that’s fun. Other themes can bring a party mood and style yet still evoke Halloween’s mysterious vibes. Consider what’s being called Whimsigoth. Or pinkowe’en. Both lean into a flirtier, more feminine interpretation of the goth aesthetic. Or hold a murder mystery party. There are kits that set the era and environment for the crimes. Another idea is to embrace a Victorian vibe. Think black candles, tarot cards, glass jars filled with curiosities, black or gold painted twigs, and cobwebs made of chunky yarn or cheesecloth.