Check Out Harry Potter Studio Costumes at Warner Bros. Studios In London

Costume fabrics were carefully selected to reflect each character’s world—wool for Hogwarts uniforms, velvet and silk for formal robes, and aged cotton for worn looks. For example, Bellatrix’s corset is made from aged leather, while Hermione’s Yule Ball gown uses delicate organza for elegance. These materials were layered, dyed, and distressed to feel lived-in, helping costumes blend effortlessly into Hogwart’s magical settings.

Costumes for high-ranking characters often feature embroidered symbols linked to wizarding lore. For instance, Dumbledore’s robes include gold-thread embroidery inspired by celestial maps and alchemical symbols. Even background costumes had special touches, like enchanted-looking stitching on wizard robes or glimmering thread on dress uniforms. Fine detailing was often added using metallic thread, beading, or custom embroidery to reflect magical lineage and spellwork.

From burn marks on battle robes to dirt-smudged hems, costume distressing told visual stories. Every stain, tear, or fray was added by hand using sandpaper, fabric paints, and chemical washes, helping costumes look as if they’d truly been through wizarding duels or forest journeys. Lupin’s coat, for example, was deliberately frayed and faded to reflect years of wear, enhancing the realism and backstory without a single line of dialogue.

Accessories tell you as much as clothing. Snape’s high-collared robe is pinned with silver buttons, Umbridge’s kitten brooches contrast her cruel nature, Lucius Malfoy’s serpent-headed cane conceals a wand, and Luna Lovegood’s cork necklace and butterbeer-cap earrings were handmade to reflect her quirky outlook. These small props reinforce themes of legacy and hierarchy and were carefully coordinated with tailored outfits.