Description
Every good Halloween tree deserves something strange at the very top. Instead of the familiar stars and angels of Christmas, Halloween gives us ghosts, skeletons, bats, pumpkins, spider webs and, of course, witch hats. A tree topper may be one of the smallest parts of the display, but sitting above everything else gives it an outsized role in establishing the personality of the entire tree.
The materials can be just as playful as the characters. Pressed paper, glitter, tinsel, ribbon and wire give vintage-inspired toppers a lightweight appearance that feels especially at home on feather and tabletop trees. Glass designs can introduce the familiar sparkle and shine of traditional holiday ornaments while replacing Christmas imagery with something decidedly spookier. Spring mounted characters add movement, allowing ghosts, skeletons and other creatures to bob above the branches.
Then there is the witch hat, perhaps the most wonderfully obvious Halloween tree topper of all. Perched on top of a black, orange or feather tree, a pointed hat can make the entire tree look as though it has joined the coven. It works especially well when the decorations below continue the story with witches, black cats, moons, potion bottles and other magical imagery. A hat can be whimsical, vintage-inspired or wonderfully theatrical depending on the personality of the tree beneath it.
Scale matters when choosing the finishing piece. A miniature tabletop tree usually looks best with a lightweight topper that doesn't overwhelm its branches, while a larger tree can handle something with more height and visual presence. Look at the topper as part of the tree's overall silhouette rather than as an isolated decoration. The right piece should feel like the natural conclusion to everything happening below it.
Why Shop Halloween Tree Toppers & Witch Hats at Traditions?
Halloween trees are meant to be a little unconventional, so we think the topper should be too. We look for finishing pieces with unusual characters, vintage-inspired materials and enough personality to make the top of the tree every bit as interesting as the ornaments hanging below.
Serving collectors since 1994, Traditions is a family-owned holiday store with a carefully curated selection of Halloween tree toppers and seasonal tree décor from Bethany Lowe Designs, Pamela Plant, Cody Foster, Old World Christmas and other favorite makers. We personally inspect products as they arrive and photograph our pieces in-house so you can see their colors, materials, scale and decorative details clearly. Whether you're topping a miniature feather tree or finishing an elaborate Halloween centerpiece, our knowledgeable customer service team is always happy to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right size Halloween tree topper?
Consider both the height of the tree and the strength of its upper branches. Small feather and tabletop trees generally need lightweight toppers with proportions that won't overwhelm the tree, while larger artificial trees can support designs with more height and visual presence. Check the dimensions and attachment method of the individual topper before choosing one for your tree.
Can I use a witch hat as a Halloween tree topper?
Absolutely. A pointed witch hat can create a wonderfully dramatic finish, particularly on black, orange and feather trees. Continue the theme with witch ornaments, black cats, moons, bats and other magical decorations, or simply let the hat provide a playful finishing touch to a mixed Halloween ornament collection.
What should I put on top of a vintage-inspired Halloween tree?
Pressed paper, tinsel, glitter and other old fashioned materials pair beautifully with vintage-inspired Halloween ornaments. Ghosts, skeletons, pumpkins, bats and spider webs can all work, especially when their colors and materials repeat details found elsewhere on the tree. Rather than matching every ornament exactly, choose a topper that feels like it belongs to the same wonderfully peculiar Halloween world.
