You have several looks to choose from if you want to dress up in a Ginny Weasley costume. You can dress as a Gryffindor student, Gryffindor Quidditch uniform, or in casual clothes.
Ginny is the youngest of the seven Weasley children and the only girl. She fell in love with Harry Potter the moment she first saw him when she was 10 years old and never stopped loving him, despite dating other guys.
The movies did Ginny a disservice and we saw very little of her. In the books, however, she was very adept at magic and was known for her Bat-Bogey hex, which she cast at least one time on Draco Malfoy. In fact, it was seeing her cast this hex that made Professor Slughorn invite Ginny to be a part of his Slug Club.
She was a very fierce and loyal person. I truly am sad that this aspect of her personality wasn’t shown in the movies. I feel like Harry’s eventual falling in love with her would have made more sense in the films if we had seen this part of Ginny.
Regardless which of Ginny’s looks you want, I’ve done the hard work of finding what you need. From her hair, wand, and school outfit to her Quidditch uniform and optional accessories, here is everything you need for a Ginny Weasley costume.
Mandatory Accessories |
Wig
Ginny’s hair was long and straight. As for the color, it was the same as all her siblings – red. I have included two links to a variety of wig styles, any of which will work for a Ginny costume.
Ginny Weasley’s Hair
Wand
Ginny’s wand is black, with a twisted pattern on the handle. I have Ginny’s wand and I think that it feels very nice.
Ginny Weasley’s Wand
Gryffindor House Uniform |
Robe
Ginny was sorted into Gryffindor House and was often seen wearing her school robes. Some robes are very basic, while others are much more detailed. Any of them will work fine, so it’s up to you to decide how you want to dress your version of Ginny Weasley. Gryffindor robes come in both child and adult sizes, so just about anyone in your family has the opportunity to dress in a Gryffindor robe.
Gryffindor Robe
Cosplay Robe
You have one more option when it comes to choosing a robe. There are also cosplay versions of the Gryffindor house robe available.
Cosplay outfits are usually better quality than mass-produced costumes. They are made from more durable materials and often include far more detail than non-Cosplay outfits. Most Cosplay robes are made for adults but I did see at least one on Etsy for kids and several on Amazon.
Gryffindor Cosplay Robe
Grey Sweater
Each Hogwarts school uniform includes a sweater, which I am sure the students appreciated on cold, snowy days. The Gryffindor sweater is dark grey with burgundy accents around the wrists and bottom of the sweater.
There was an officially licensed Gryffindor House student sweater, as well as an authentic Replica version, but both are very hard to find. There are also handmade sweaters sold on Etsy. I have included several sources to help you find a sweater if you want to include one with your costume.
Gryffindor Sweater
White Shirt
Another part of every Hogwarts student’s school uniform is a white shirt. Sure, you rarely see the shirts underneath the school robes but they are there, so you will want to include one, especially if you want to be as accurate as possible with your outfit.
One thing that I do not know is if the shirts have long or short sleeves so you can decide what type of shirt will work best for your costume. There are a lot of shirts to choose from so go with the one that you like the most.
White School Shirt
Grey Skirt
The boys at Hogwarts wear pants, but not the girls. Instead, girls at Hogwarts were required to wear skirts. The skirt seen in the movies is dark grey, so I have chosen styles that match the movie skirts as closely as possible.
Having said that, you don’t have to choose a skirt that is exactly like the ones in the films. If you like your skirts a little longer, perhaps over your knees, then choose that type of skirt. Or, if you like them a bit shorter, that’s okay, too. Just make sure that it is grey.
Grey School Skirt
Grey Tights
Okay, I admit that tights were probably not a requirement for girls at Hogwarts but they look great with the white shirt and grey skirt. It is for that reason that I am including them.
Those of you who live in colder climates will probably love adding tights to your school uniform because they will help keep your legs warm!
There are a lot of different tights you can choose from in a variety of grey colors. Choose whatever shade that you like the most, or that best matches the skirt you decide to wear.
Grey Tights
School Hat
There are two types of hats that students of Hogwarts can wear as they go about their days. The first type of hat is the one you see here, a black hat that comes to a point on top.
This is the hat that conforms with each student’s required uniform. However, based on what we saw in the movies, the hat is required to have but not necessarily to wear. Students seemed to have the option to choose whether or not they wanted to wear it.
Hogwarts Student Hat
Beanie
The other style of hat that Hogwarts students can wear is the beanie hat. This hat is perfect during the winter months because it will keep your ears warm if you choose to pull the hat down to cover your ears.
The beanie is knitted from the colors of Gryffindor House. Some styles even include the house’s crest on it, just above the forehead. It’s nice to know that Hogwarts allows students the option to choose their hats, especially given how cold it gets in the wintertime there.
Gryffindor Beanie
Hair Accessory
Don’t want to wear a hat? Then take a look at the many different Gryffindor hair accessories that are available. There is an officially licensed headband, seen below, and plenty of custom-made clips, barrettes, and ponytail holders. The items you will see from the links below might vary quite a bit, but the one thing they all have in common is that they use Gryffindor’s red and yellow.
Gryffindor Hair Accessories
Tie
Some Gryffindor robes come with a matching tie, but not all. Find out if the robe you want comes with a tie or not, and if it doesn’t then you can buy one separately.
All Gryffindor ties are a combination of maroon and gold, though the amount of redness varies from one tie maker to another. Some ties also have the Gryffindor house crest on them.
If you are also going to buy a hat and/or scarf then I recommend making sure that the red for all of them match.
Gryffindor Necktie
Tie Clip
There are several different tie clips, also called tie bars, that you can use to keep your House tie in place. Designs include the Hogwarts school crest, Platform 9 3/4, and the Deathly Hallows symbol.
Hogwarts Tie Clip
Scarf
Another item that Hogwarts students are allowed to wear is a scarf. As you saw above with the beanie, scarves match the colors of a student’s house and the Gryffindor scarf is no exception.
There are scarves that will match the beanie hats, but you need to be careful. Some of the colors match while others clash. Take time to find a beanie and scarf that will go well together if you want to wear both with your costume.
If you live in a colder climate and want to dress up in a Harry Potter costume then it would make sense if you also wore a scarf with your outfit. Including a scarf will allow you to bundle up and keep your neck and head warm.
Gryffindor Scarf
Socks
There are several different types of Gryffindor socks, including knee-high and ankle socks. Some socks are officially licensed, while many others are lovingly designed by fans.
Gryffindor Socks
Shoes
Complete your Gryffindor House uniform with a pair of shoes. There is one pair of officially licensed shoes, seen below, and many more that are custom made. There are styles available for both men and women.
Gryffindor Shoes
Quidditch Uniform |
Ginny joined the Gryffindor Quidditch team during her fourth year at Hogwarts. She played both as a Seeker (when Harry Potter was banned from the game by Dolores Umbridge) and a Chaser.
Quidditch Robe
Quidditch robes look a bit sportier than school robes, which makes sense given that they are meant to be worn while playing the official game of the wizarding world.
As of this writing, there is an official Quidditch robe for children, but there isn’t one for adults. The good news is that there are talented people who are selling handmade robes for adults on Etsy (they make them for kids, too!) and sometimes eBay.
Gryffindor Quidditch Robe
Quidditch Varsity Jacket
You have the option of wearing a varsity team jacket. There are several styles available, although they can be hard to find.
Gryffindor Quidditch Jacket
Quidditch Sweater
You might recall that Quidditch players in the Harry Potter movies sometimes wore sweaters that matched their Houses. They are made from a heavy knit yarn and have accenting colors for each House. The Gryffindor sweater is red with yellow.
Gryffindor Quidditch Sweater
Quidditch Jersey
There is also a jersey shirt that is lightweight if you don’t want the warmth of the sweater. There are several official styles and many unofficial ones.
Gryffindor Quidditch Jersey
Quidditch Socks
Would you believe that there are Gryffindor Quidditch socks? Yes, there are! The officially licensed socks are red and yellow, have a cape on the back of the legs, and the number 07, which was Harry Potter’s team number.
There is also a pair of ankle socks that you can wear with your Quidditch outfit if you don’t want socks that have a cape.
Gryffindor Quidditch Socks
Quidditch Helmet
There are not too many items that a Quidditch player is required to wear but the most important item is arguably the helmet. Quidditch helmets resemble old-fashioned boxing helmets, and I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s where the design inspiration came from.
Given the fact that Quidditch players are flying on brooms high above the ground, protecting their heads from falls is a must. At first glance, Quidditch helmets don’t look very protective but I am sure that they have been magically enhanced so that students who fall don’t need to worry about their heads. Their arms, on the other hand, now that’s a different matter altogether…
Quidditch Helmet
Quidditch Goggles
An item that seems to be optional, yet very helpful, is goggles. Imagine what it must be like flying around at high speeds. Your eyes would surely take a beating even in the best weather. Days when it rains would be torturous for the players.
Goggles are the perfect item to help Quidditch players fly without wind, rain, or debris irritating their eyes. I love how the goggles have a bit of a steampunk feel to them, and that they have a golden snitch on the sides. Goggles are a nice touch if you wear a Quidditch costume.
Quidditch Goggles
Accessory Kit
There is an officially licensed accessory kit that includes goggles, gloves, arm guards, and knee and shin guards. They are brown and look like they are made from leather (they aren’t really) and add a nice touch to any Quidditch uniform. There’s just one thing – this set only comes in child size.
Quidditch Accessory Kit
Broom
Having a decent broom is a must for every Quidditch player. The quality of a person’s broom will directly impact how well the team does as a whole since speed and accuracy play a big part in this game.
Quidditch Broom
Golden Snitch
The Golden Snitch is a super-fast flying object that needs to be caught before any game can end. Not only are they fast, but they are also small and incredibly difficult to see, let alone catch.
What would Quidditch be without the Golden Snitch? Boring, very, very boring!
Golden Snitch
Quaffle
The Quaffle is the ball used to score in the game of Quidditch. It is much larger than the Golden Snitch, and it is easier to catch and throw.
There is an officially licensed Quaffle, but it often goes out of stock which is why I have included links to both Amazon and eBay to help you find one.
Quaffle
Bludger Bat and Ball
Beaters use Bludger bats to hit a small ball at their opponents to keep them from scoring. Getting hit by a Bludger or ball is one of the more dangerous aspects of Quidditch.
Bludger Bat and Ball
Gryffindor Optional Accessories |
Gryffindor Pin
Add a Gryffindor House pin to your uniform for a bit of fun. There are at least a handful of official pins that I know of, but there are many fan-made pins that are also available.
Gryffindor House Pin
Hogwarts Student ID Badge
I found a seller who makes Hogwarts student ID badges. You can buy it with a picture of actor Bonnie Wright as Ginny Weasley or you can customize it with a picture of yourself.
There are pre-made badges for many of the main characters that have pictures of the actors who portrayed each character. Or, you can customize a badge with a picture of yourself and any name you want.
Image courtesy of sblackwell19
Hogwarts ID Badge
Tom Riddle’s Diary
Lucius Malfoy put Tom Riddle’s diary into Ginny’s cauldron when she was shopping for school books shortly before school started and she poured her heart out into the diary. Little did Ginny know that the diary was a Horcrux with a piece of Tom’s soul in it, and he started to possess her during her first year at Hogwarts.
Tom Riddle's Diary
Pygmy Puff
Pygmy puffs are small pink or purple magical animals that are known to sing and whistle. Ginny had one that she named Arnold. The ones below, which were sold on Etsy at the time of this writing, each have a pin so you can attach your pygmy puff to your shoulder.
Pygmy Puff
Holyhead Harpies Pin
After graduating from Hogwarts, Ginny played professional Quidditch for the Holyhead Harpies. I think it is safe to assume that this is her favorite Quidditch team!
Holyhead Harpies Pin
Holyhead Harpies Shirt
Instead of a pin, you can wear a Holyhead Harpies shirt to show your support of Ginny’s favorite Quidditch team. As of this writing, there isn’t an official shirt but there are a couple of fan-made made ones on Etsy. I’ve included links to the other sites because you just never know when a Holyhead Harpies shirt might show up on any of them.
Holyhead Harpies Shirt
Weasley Is Our King Button
Draco Malfoy wrote a song about Ron Weasley’s poor Quidditch skills to heighten Ron’s insecurities and help the Gryffindor team lose. Draco’s plan initially worked, but Ron was able to get over his self-doubts and triumphed. When you dress up as Ron’s sister, the ‘Weasley is Our King’ button is the perfect way to show your support for Gryffindor Quidditch player, Ron Weasley.
Weasley is our King Button
