How to Dress Like Harry Potter for Halloween
Harry Potter is one of the most beloved fictional characters of all time. It only makes sense that you might want to look just like him for Halloween. Harry Potter wears a few very identifiable elements, such as his round glasses and house scarf. With just a few things, anyone of any age can look like Harry Potter for Halloween.
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Harry Potter is most recognizable due to his glasses, which feature round frames. These are an essential and mandatory part of the costume. You can purchase low-end plastic version at a Halloween store or find your own at a thrift store. Just remove the lenses so you can see.
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As part of House Gryffindor, Harry Potter wears a gold and red striped Hogwarts scarf. For authenticity, the officially licensed scarves are recommended, but if you can knit, it's much less expensive to make your own. Central Michigan University also sells scarves in the same colors.
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Like all young wizards at Hogwarts, Harry Potter has his own wand. It's easy to find these online and it is also easy to make a wand of your own with a carving knife and a bit of wood.
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Since Harry plays Quidditch and takes flying lessons, he has his own broom. Brooms are relatively inexpensive and most households have one ready for your use.
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Harry Potter wears different items throughout his career at Hogwarts. He is often seen in Hogwarts robes, which can be substituted using any standard choir robe. Harry and his friends are not always in robes, however, so dressing in pants with a sweater is completely acceptable as well if robes are not available.
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Hedwig the Owl is a great addition if you can find it. Try using a stuffed animal owl affixed to your shoulder with tape.
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Tips & Warnings
Take necessary safety precautions with knives if you choose to make your own wand. Always make sure an adult is around to help a child make a wand.
If you choose to add Hedwig, make sure the tape you use to affix it won't damage your clothing.
When wearing dark clothing, such as a robe, be sure to carry a flashlight while trick-or-treating to remain visible to drivers.
