Halloween isn’t just about costumes. It’s about transformation!
For one magical season each year, the ordinary becomes extraordinary. We embrace mystery, drama, elegance, and just a little mischief. At Lone Star Pin-up, that’s exactly what our Halloween Vixens event is all about.
Whether you’ve always dreamed of channeling a glamorous vampire, an enchanting witch, a mysterious femme fatale, or a hauntingly beautiful vintage siren, Halloween is the perfect excuse to step into a character and celebrate a side of yourself that doesn’t always get to come out and play.
Our Halloween sets have become some of the most anticipated portraits of the year, and one of our favorites is our dramatic vintage coffin set!
Take a look through the gallery below to see how our incredible clients made the coffin set their own. From elegant gothic glamour to playful vintage pin-up, every portrait tells a different story and showcases just how versatile this unforgettable set can be. What story would yours tell?
Far from spooky for the sake of being scary, the coffin creates a striking backdrop for timeless portraits inspired by classic horror films, gothic romance, Old Hollywood, and vintage pin-up. Some clients arrive dressed as elegant vampires draped in velvet. Others choose glamorous black gowns, dramatic red lipstick, lace, candles, roses, or Victorian-inspired styling. Every session is unique because every woman brings her own personality and imagination to the experience.
One of the things I love most about these portraits is how empowering they are. There’s something wonderfully freeing about stepping into a fantasy for a day. It’s playful. It’s theatrical. It’s creative. And yes, it’s incredibly glamorous.
Of course, the coffin is only one part of the fun.
Introducing our Halloween Vixens Monthly Theme Event
This year’s Halloween Vixens monthly theme celebrates everything we love about vintage Halloween glamour. Think dramatic lighting, rich autumn colors, glamorous costumes, gothic elegance, playful pin-up styling, and portraits worthy of a classic monster movie poster.
Whether your style leans spooky, sophisticated, mysterious, or simply fabulous, we’ll help create a session that feels uniquely you. Professional hair and makeup, access to our extensive vintage wardrobe, and fully guided posing are all included, so you don’t need to know the first thing about modeling. Just bring your excitement, and we’ll take care of the rest.
The Best Time to Book
Halloween portraits require a little planning, especially if you’re ordering beautiful printed artwork or albums to enjoy for years to come. Booking in September gives us plenty of time to photograph, professionally retouch your images, and prepare your finished artwork before Halloween arrives.
As October fills, availability becomes more limited, and while rush services are available for an additional fee, the earlier you reserve your session, the more flexibility you’ll have.
More than a Halloween Costume
One of my favorite things about these sessions is watching women discover a version of themselves they didn’t know existed. They arrive saying, “I’ve never done anything like this before,” and leave feeling confident, beautiful, and completely transformed.
At first glance, it’s easy to fall in love with the dramatic sets, vintage wardrobe, and striking Halloween styling. But ask almost any client what they remember most, and it isn’t the coffin or the costumes. It’s the feeling of seeing themselves transformed, discovering a new confidence, and realizing they were capable of creating something truly extraordinary.
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to book a vintage portrait experience, this is it.
Discover our Halloween Vixens event and reserve your session today →
See You in the studio!
Whether you’ve always dreamed of becoming a glamorous vampire, an enchanting witch, or simply putting a vintage Halloween twist on your portrait experience, I hope this gave you a little inspiration. Halloween is one of my favorite times of year in the studio because it’s the perfect excuse to embrace creativity, confidence, and a little bit of drama.
If you’re ready to celebrate the season with a portrait experience that’s equal parts glamorous and unforgettable, I’d love to help bring your vision to life. Let’s create something you’ll look forward to displaying every Halloween, and enjoying all year long.
I can’t wait to welcome you into the studio.
Stay fabulous!
Erin
Owner & Photographer
Lone Star Pin-up
