Spellbinding Harry Potter Costume Ideas for Every Wizard and Witch!

By Bethany Gleave

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4 Feb 2024, 13:33:00

Harry Potter costume ideas featuring Professor Mcgonagall, harry potter, dumbledore and hermione

Step into the enchanting world of Harry Potter and embark on a magical journey through the halls of Hogwarts with our collection of spellbinding Harry Potter costume ideas. Whether you're a die-hard Potterhead or just looking for a bewitching ensemble, these Harry Potter costume ideas are sure to bring the wizarding world to life. As well as being the ideal solo fancy dress costume our magical costume ideas will also look great as a Harry Potter-themed group costume.

Perfect for World Book Day, noughties fancy dress and Harry Potter parties we've got your magical wardrobe covered from the iconic Harry Potter himself to the enigmatic Professor Dumbledore and the mischievous Draco Malfoy.

Man dressed in harry potter costume with round glasses
young boy dressed as Harry Potter

The Chosen One: Harry Potter

No magical gathering is complete without the presence of the Boy Who Lived. Transform into the heroic Harry Potter with his classic round glasses, magical wand, and iconic Gryffindor robe. Our Harry Potter costume for kids and adults will take immerse the whole family into the magical world of Harry Potter.  Add a small lightning bolt scar to the forehead to finish for a look that'll have others wondering where you got your Polyjuice Potion.

Man dressed as Dumbledore with grey beard
Young boy dressed as Dumbledore with beard and wand

The Wise Wizard: Professor Dumbledore

Embark on a spellbinding transformation for your next fancy dress party with a Dumbledore fancy dress costume that captures the wisdom and whimsy of Hogwarts' beloved headmaster. Our Dumbledore costume is a magical start to the transformation into Dumbledore. Featuring beard Dumbledore's iconic white beard and his distinctive wand, exuding an air of magical mastery. A Dumbledore fancy dress costume promises to infuse your party with an aura of enchantment and wisdom. Accio Dumbledore elegance!

Woman dressed as Professor McGonagall with with hat and robe
Young girl dressed as Professor McGonagall with witch hat

The Stern Yet Lovable: Professor McGonagall

Channel your inner animagus with a Professor McGonagall costume. Minerva's outfit includes a long black dress with high neck, green velvet cape with a contrasting trim, and a tall crooked black hat with gorgeous green ribbon above the brim. Perfect for World Book Day, Halloween or Harry Potter parties. Make sure to act firm but fair, although cheering on the Quidditch is encouraged!

Woman dressed as Moaning Myrtle with white wig and round glasses
Girl dressed as Moaning Myrtle with round glasses and white pigtails

The Ghostly Presence: Moaning Myrtle

If you're the kind to hang out in the bathroom at parties, there might never be a better costume for you than poor Moaning Myrtle! The floor-length ghostly grey version of the iconic Hogwarts hooded robe with mock shirt makes for a super simple dress-up option, and includes the unfortunate circular glasses.

Man dressed as Hagrid in brown coat and beard
Young boy dressed as Hagrid with brown coat and beard

The Gentle Giant: Hagrid

Transform into the endearing Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts with a Hagrid fancy dress that captures the warmth, charm, and larger-than-life presence of Rubeus Hagrid. Our Hagrid costume for adults and kids features Hagrid's coat, shirt and belt as well as Hagrid's iconic beard. Finish off your costume with a pair of boots to pay homage to this beloved Harry Potter character.

man dressed in Slytherin robe with wand and green details
Boy dressed in Slytherin robe with green tie and wand

The Sly Slytherin: Draco Malfoy

For those with a penchant for mischief, a Draco Malfoy costume is the perfect choice. Capture the essence of Slytherin with our Slytherin robe, finish off with slicked-back blonde hair, and a sly smirk that reflects the cunning nature of this wizarding aristocrat.

Voldermort costume with mask, gloves, robe and wand
young girl dressed as hermione
Toddler dressed as Dobby

The Sly Slytherin: Draco Malfoy

Embrace the dark side with a Lord Voldemort costume that exudes power and mystery. Craft a menacing look with this Voldemort costume Voldemort costume that features a Voldemort mask, robe, wand and gloves. a bald cap, red eyes, and the iconic snake-like nose. 

The Powerful Witch: Hermione Granger

Step into the shoes of the brightest witch of her age with a Hermione Granger fancy dress costume that embodies intelligence, courage, and a dash of magical charm. Our Hermione costume features a Gryffindor robe and Hermione's powerful wand. For the full Hermione effect carry a stack of books under your arm and be sure to remind everyone it's LeviOsa not LeviosAR!

The Loyal Elf: Dobby

A character that everyone loves the lovable house-elf Dobby is the perfect costume for your own little elf. Our kids' Dobby costume is super cute and the perfect World Book Day and Halloween costume. 

It's time to grab your wand, put on your robes, and get ready to cast a spell of awe and wonder at your next magical gathering thanks to or edit of Harry Potter costume ideas. Want more Harry Potter? Shop our collection of Harry Potter party decorations.

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The Chosen One: Harry Potter

Man dressed in harry potter costume with round glasses

No magical gathering is complete without the presence of the Boy Who Lived. Transform into the heroic Harry Potter with his classic round glasses, magical wand, and iconic Gryffindor robe. Our Harry Potter costume for kids and adults will take immerse the whole family into the magical world of Harry Potter.  Add a small lightning bolt scar to the forehead to finish for a look that'll have others wondering where you got your Polyjuice Potion.

Man dressed in harry potter costume with round glasses

The Wise Wizard: Professor Dumbledore

Man dressed as Dumbledore with grey beard

Embark on a spellbinding transformation for your next fancy dress party with a Dumbledore fancy dress costume that captures the wisdom and whimsy of Hogwarts' beloved headmaster. Our Dumbledore costume is a magical start to the transformation into Dumbledore. Featuring beard Dumbledore's iconic white beard and his distinctive wand, exuding an air of magical mastery. A Dumbledore fancy dress costume promises to infuse your party with an aura of enchantment and wisdom. Accio Dumbledore elegance!

Young boy dressed as Dumbledore with beard and wand

The Stern Yet Lovable: Professor McGonagall

Woman dressed as Professor McGonagall with with hat and robe

Channel your inner animagus with a Professor McGonagall costume. Minerva's outfit includes a long black dress with high neck, green velvet cape with a contrasting trim, and a tall crooked black hat with gorgeous green ribbon above the brim. Perfect for World Book Day, Halloween or Harry Potter parties. Make sure to act firm but fair, although cheering on the Quidditch is encouraged!

Young girl dressed as Professor McGonagall with witch hat

The Ghostly Presence: Moaning Myrtle

Woman dressed as Moaning Myrtle with white wig and round glasses

If you're the kind to hang out in the bathroom at parties, there might never be a better costume for you than poor Moaning Myrtle! The floor-length ghostly grey version of the iconic Hogwarts hooded robe with mock shirt makes for a super simple dress-up option, and includes the unfortunate circular glasses.

Girl dressed as Moaning Myrtle with round glasses and white pigtails

The Gentle Giant: Hagrid

Man dressed as Hagrid in brown coat and beard

Transform into the endearing Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts with a Hagrid fancy dress that captures the warmth, charm, and larger-than-life presence of Rubeus Hagrid. Our Hagrid costume for adults and kids features Hagrid's coat, shirt and belt as well as Hagrid's iconic beard. Finish off your costume with a pair of boots to pay homage to this beloved Harry Potter character.

Young boy dressed as Hagrid with brown coat and beard

The Sly Slytherin: Draco Malfoy

man dressed in Slytherin robe with wand and green details

For those with a penchant for mischief, a Draco Malfoy costume is the perfect choice. Capture the essence of Slytherin with our Slytherin robe, finish off with slicked-back blonde hair, and a sly smirk that reflects the cunning nature of this wizarding aristocrat.

Boy dressed in Slytherin robe with green tie and wand

The Dark Lord: Voldemort

Embrace the dark side with a Lord Voldemort costume that exudes power and mystery. Craft a menacing look with this Voldemort costume Voldemort costume that features a Voldemort mask, robe, wand and gloves. a bald cap, red eyes, and the iconic snake-like nose. 

Voldermort costume with mask, gloves, robe and wand

The Powerful Witch: Hermione Granger

Step into the shoes of the brightest witch of her age with a Hermione Granger fancy dress costume that embodies intelligence, courage, and a dash of magical charm. Our Hermione costume features a Gryffindor robe and Hermione's powerful wand. For the full Hermione effect carry a stack of books under your arm and be sure to remind everyone it's LeviOsa not LeviosAR!

young girl dressed as hermione

The Loyal Elf: Dobby

A character that everyone loves the lovable house-elf Dobby is the perfect costume for your own little elf. Our kids' Dobby costume is super cute and the perfect World Book Day and Halloween costume. 

Toddler dressed as Dobby

It's time to grab your wand, put on your robes, and get ready to cast a spell of awe and wonder at your next magical gathering thanks to or edit of Harry Potter costume ideas. Want more Harry Potter? Shop our collection of Harry Potter party decorations.