19 little-known secrets even diehard 'Harry Potter' fans may not know about the costumes in the movies

Zoë MillerAug 14, 2021, 20:07 IST

There are plenty of hidden details in the costumes on "Harry Potter."Warner Bros.

The extravagant costumes played a big role in the eight films in the "Harry Potter" series.
According to the designer, the Hogwarts uniforms were the most expensive items to produce.
She said Evanna Lynch helped make some of her character's accessories, like earrings and a hat.

The costume designer for "Prisoner of Azkaban" wanted it to look like the characters were choosing their own clothing.

Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." Warner Bros.

For her take on Hogwarts uniforms, Temime drew upon the classic image of a broomstick-riding witch.

Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." Warner Bros. Entertainment

The Hogwarts uniforms were the most expensive outfits to produce.

Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Alfred Enoch in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." Warner Bros.

The Quidditch uniforms were inspired by rugby and football attire.

Daniel Radcliffe starred as Harry Potter. Warner Bros.

Temime loved designing costumes for the series' villains, especially Bellatrix Lestrange.

Helena Bonham Carter played Bellatrix Lestrange. Warner Bros.

Voldemort's robes comprised of five different types of silk.

Ralph Fiennes in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2." Warner Bros.

Voldemort's costumes also featured elements of green to represent Slytherin House.

Ralph Fiennes played Lord Voldemort. Warner Bros.

The Death Eaters' look was designed to be equally scary and glamorous.

The Death Eaters were meant to look menacing. Warner Bros.

Professor Umbridge's pink ensembles incorporated mohair, soft wool, and rabbit fur.

Imelda Staunton as Professor Umbridge. Warner Bros.

Staunton wanted Umbridge to have a rounder body type, so the design team created padded costumes.

Imelda Staunton in "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix." Warner Bros.

Dumbledore's majestic robes were made from tie-dyed fabric.

Michael Gambon as Professor Dumbledore. Warner Bros.

Evanna Lynch helped design Luna Lovegood's quirky jewelry.

Evanna Lynch as Luna Lovegood. Warner Bros. Pictures

Lynch also helped make Luna's lion-shaped Gryffindor hat.

Evanna Lynch played Luna Lovegood. Warner Bros. Pictures

Beauxbatons' blue uniforms were inspired by the French royalist flag.

The Beauxbatons were introduced in "Goblet of Fire." Warner Bros.

Durmstrang is situated in northern Europe, and its uniforms pay homage to Russian folklore.

Durmstrang was introduced in "Goblet of Fire." Warner Bros.

Hermione's delicate, pink Yule Ball dress contrasted her strong persona.

Stanislav Ianevski and Emma Watson in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire." Warner Bros.

Grint was game to wear a ridiculous dress robe for the Yule Ball.

Rupert Grint in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire." Warner Bros.

Radcliffe was more hands-off with the costume-design process.

Daniel Radcliffe in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2." Warner Bros. Pictures

Fred and George were dressed in coordinating but not identical costumes.

James and Oliver Phelps in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1." Warner Bros.

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