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In This Article

An Ethereal LBD Pointy Little Shoes A Touch of Black Lace Spiritually Protective Jewelry

Oxblood Accents Dramatic Bohemian Silhouettes A Witchy Little Jacket A Buckled Black Belt

Key Takeaways

• Mid-to-late fall is the perfect time to embrace a witchier side of style, and with trends like gothic romance and freaky footwear taking over, you have a wealth of fresh options this year.

• Dark pieces with an ethereal twist will take you a long way in the witchy department, as will details that signal you're in touch with your spiritual side.

I notoriously don't love the chillier, shorter days that come with fall (sorry!), but there's something about the spookiness of Halloween and Scorpio season that speaks to my heart. Every year, the arrival of autumn signals it's time to revive our inner witch: Cue the Fleetwood Mac playlists, Practical Magic rewatches, and moody ethereal fashion to get in the spirit. With nostalgic bohemian aesthetics, freaky footwear, and dark romance driving our fall style, this is one of the best years in a while to fall into sartorial sorcery—especially if you have a few pieces to bring back out from the similarly twisted-chic vampire winter. Ahead, we've rounded up eight essentials to embodying witchy style, from all-black staples to cosmic touches.

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An Ethereal LBD

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You likely already have a good LBD (or two, or 12) in your closet, and it just so happens that the eternal staple is one of the quickest ways to tap into witchy style. A midi or maxi length works well here, especially when it has a flowy or minimalist silhouette and darkly whimsical accents.

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Pointy Little Shoes

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Pointy accessories will always feel closely aligned with the witchy aesthetic, but the tall hats that many of our favorite fictional witches wear just aren't practical for every day. Luckily, a shoe with this silhouette is an overall go-to, whether you lean classically sophisticated or a little bit weird. Pumps are great for a night out, but for running around town, some chic pointy boots or flats may be more practical,

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A Touch of Black Lace

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Black lace is dark, timelessly chic, and communicates that you're in touch with the spiritual realm. Tights are an easy way to integrate this witchy staple into any ensemble (as Scorpio cool girl María Zardoya does here), but you can also embrace the trending fabric as part of a dress, duster, or statement accessory.

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Spiritually Protective Jewelry

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Jewelry featuring a celestial symbol or talisman will not only make you look witchy, but it might just have some protective energy. There's so many options here, from a simple star or moon to zodiac pieces to crystals and tarot.

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Oxblood Accents

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Witch style leans heavily black, but there's still room for a pop of color here and there. Shades of burgundy and oxblood are majorly trending and provide just the right amount of intense, brooding contrast, whether you opt for a handbag, shoes, or a modern knit.

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Dramatic Bohemian Silhouettes

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We can't forget about the bohemian variety of witch, exemplified by icons like Stevie Nicks and Florence Welch. Given the boho aesthetic has dominated the past year, chances are you have an asymmetric skirt or dreamy, voluminous blouse to fit the bill.

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A Witchy Little Jacket

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The bitchy little jacket (or BLJ) is having a moment, and a darkly detailed take shows that you're put-together and protected—a sartorial evil eye, if you will. A thrifted find would be fun here, but there are also countless options on the market featuring impeccable detailing and playfully chic accents.

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A Buckled Black Belt

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To cinch your waist and tie any look into beautiful witchy harmony, a black belt with a buckle closure is a versatile essential. All-black or metallic works well here: This one is all about casting a styling spell on your outfit.

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