Halloween Simple Project by Vera's Collection

Halloween - can be cutesy and childlike with friendly ghosts and Jack O’lanterns, but I’ve been seeing some talented bloggers that are injecting a bit of grown-up elegance into this versatile holiday. Check out this list of impressive, beautiful ideas to dress up any party or celebration.

This is a recipe round-up, so all photo credits belong to the original bloggers. I have not copied the recipes onto this blog post, so please click through to the original authors to see how to make their creations. If you use one of their ideas, make sure to leave them some love in their comments sections!

Black Sesame Cake with Marshmallow Webs by The Little Epicurean

Not only is this cake gorgeous and festive, but I have never had a black sesame cake. After poring over the ingredients in this beauty, I think I may need to change that soon.

Spiced Pumpkin Pie Tart by Ginger Garlic Kitchen

This has to be the most unique way of presenting a pumpkin pie that I’ve ever seen!

Deathly Hallows Cheese Board by Half-Baked Harvest

Are you kidding me with this?!? I don’t even know where to start. What a gorgeous grown-up Halloween spread with some mouth-watering delectable foods. You have to go look at this post!

Black Bread and Roasted Carrot Hummus by A Shaggy Dough Story

If this isn’t festive, I don’t know what is. That black, black bread topped with bright orange hummus – so fun!! Check the recipe to see what gives this bread its color.