If you didn’t get the memo, we’re only 51 DAYS AWAY from Halloween.

I know, I know – it’s hard to believe when it still feels like the surface of the sun outside. But once the networks start promoting their October lineups, dejected pool noodles get marked for closeout and the PSL debuts before school has a chance to start, then you know it’s about to get real.

And if you’re spooky season-obsessed, then you also know it’s time to sound the most important alarm of all: HALLOWEEN MERCH HAS ARRIVED!

Although, this year? It may not be quite what you’re expecting.

Of course you have the usual suspects: pumpkins, bats, skulls…you know. But this time around it seems retailers nationwide are aiming to keep things fresh as well as chilling. You’ve probably heard the buzz behind TJ’s new yogi skeleton air plants or the surge in tropical Halloween aesthetics (don’t worry, it’s way more chic than you’d assume). However, if you think that’s as crazy as things are getting this year – think again.

Now don’t get me wrong, we’re all about it! The contrast of cute & creepy is always a win. And the degree that stores have stepped up their holiday decor game in recent decades has been pretty revolutionary. Don’t lie: we all know the kinds of decorations our grandmas have stockpiled in their sheds for the last 50 years. So decor that’s both seasonal AND shows off our personal styles? Can’t beat it.

So to kick off our prep for the superbly spooky season, let’s take a look at some of this year’s biggest (& somewhat surprising) decor themes – soon to hit a shelf near you.

// GLAM //

OK, so glam-o-ween is one that’s actually been around for a while. But how could we resist leaving SUCH a great thing off a list like this? Mercury glass, jewels, metallics and more—what’s seriously not to love about elevating an aesthetic to make it as dark & dreamy, yet refined as possible.

++ Skull Decanter | Williams-Sonoma

++ Mercury Glass Skull | Target

++ Jeweled Metal Fly Ornaments | World Market

++ Black Glass Goblet | At Home

++ Disco Ball Skull | Target

++ Marbled Pumpkin Set | Joann

++ Halloween Feather Wreath | Wayfair

++ Full-Sized, Distressed Gold Skeleton | Grandin Road

// CUTE & KITSCHY //

Another thing about Halloween is that it’s equal parts fun for adults and kids alike. So it only makes sense that the daily doses of cute you currently see in every other facet of retail on the planet (looking @ u sloths, llamas and unicorns) would make their way into these seasonal goods as well.

& if you don’t believe me, just go to your local grocery store and tell me there isn’t a llama sitting in the Halloween section right now.

++ Halloween Llama | Pier 1

++ Fairy Skeleton Ornament | Joann

++ Halloween Unicorn Cookies | Williams-Sonoma (OK not decor, but so cute)

++ Pumpkin Succulent | Target

++ Unicorn Skeleton | World Market

++ Halloween Teapot | Pier 1

++ Halloween Sloth | Target

// OLD WORLD / STEAMPUNK //

In addition to love, vampires and Nikki Sixx’s heart, steampunk never dies, either. A case that’s especially true when it comes to aesthetics of Halloween! From Victorian Goth vibes to old world treasures, this year has brought a healthy host of products that celebrates the timeless look, no doubt.

++ Spooky Record Player | Wayfair

++ Poisons & Potions Wagon | Target

++ Skeleton Carriage | Michaels

++ Spooky Cameras | World Market

++ Antique Phone | Grandin Road

++ Pumpkin Coach | Wayfair

++ Spooky Film Projector | World Market

// RETRO //

As we’ve seen with every recent movie and TV reboot: nostalgia is clearly in. And apparently the same goes for Halloween. Although tons of stores roll out their own spins on vintage products, the latter half of the twentieth century has obviously been a particularly popular source of inspiration.

Besides, let’s be real – those life-sized, animatronic zombie props are basically just Big Mouth Billy Basses in disguise.