What To Wear to the Yule Ball

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Poor Ron Weasley

"The Yule Ball is of course a chance for us all to - er - let our hair down." Minerva McGonagall (Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire)

Ron: "What are those?! What are those?!"
Harry: "My dress robes!"
Ron: "Well they're all right! No lace, no dodgy little collar..."
Harry: "Well, I expect yours are more traditional..."
Ron: "Traditional? They're ancient! I look like my great aunt Tessie!... I smell like my great Aunt Tessie! Murder me, Harry!"
- Ron Weasley and Harry Potter before the Yule Ball

You probably remember this scene from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Ron's mother sent him a hand-me-down dress cloak that embarrassed him with its frills. Oh if only his mother could have done a little shopping before the event. This year you can relax and enjoy yourself at the Yule Ball because you will have picked out just the right outfit to make your presence noticeable as you walk in the door.

Not going to the Yule Ball this year? Probably don't have a date, eh? Well don't worry, New Year's Eve is right after Yule and these gowns and robes would be fabulous to welcome in the New Year.

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Don't Forget Your Dress Robes


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Harry: "My dress robes!"
Ron: "Well they're all right! No lace, no dodgy little collar..."

Since a Yule Ball is typically held on or near the Winter Solstice, one might expect it to be a bit chilly. It might even be snowing. Therefore you will want this warm cloak which can also double as a dress robe. You will notice there is no lace or dodgy little collar.

High quality Italian Black Wool Long Cloak
Lining is black satin
Closure is a large clasp in gold or silver

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Black Wool Long Cloak with Hood and Satin Lining

Hermione's Entrance

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Hermione's Yule Ball Gown


hermione gownEveryone stopped to stare when Hermione descended the staircase wearing this gown.

Officially licensed
Made from authentic materials true to the movie
Screen accurate
Cascading waves of fabric in an hourglass shape
Hidden back zipper

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Hermoine Yule Gown

Hermione Granger's Yule Ball Earrings

E-Bay sellers have tracked down the matching earrings that go with Hermione's dress.
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Chiffon Goddess Gown


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Ethereal chiffon gown with delicate beadwork on diamond netting around the empire waist, train in back, built-in adjustable bra with light padding, matching detatchable straps & scarf included, fully lined in satin, weighted hem.

"This dress is just gorgeous! The quality and workmanship is fantastic." (Amazon.com customer review)

Color shown is Teal. Also available in Ivory, White, Yellow, Black, Gold and Purple.

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Strapless Chiffon Goddess Gown

Satin Goddess Gown


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Gorgeous satin gown with prongset crystal detail on shoulder, beautiful woven-look down opposite side. Matching scarf.

Color Shown: Red. Also available in Turquoise, Black, Gold, Purple, White, Fuchsia, and Royal.

"This amazing dress features a lovely woven-look down the opposite side of the gown's one strap. It works to make such an elegant look, so sophisticated and sexy, while being a bit conservative too." (Amazon.com customer review)

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One Shoulder Satin Goddess Gown

Complete Your Ensemble with a Warm Cloak


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Yule balls typically are scheduled at the Winter Solstice, meaning the weather will probably be chilly, even snowy. Protect yourself and your beautiful gown with a cloak which is worn over the dress and can be removed once you have arrived at your destination. Practical yet fashionable.

Lining is green satin. Silver clasp for closure. Comes in 2 sizes

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Green Velvet Long Cloak with Hood and Lined in Satin

Burgundy Velvet Yule Dress

From the Pyramid Collection



Burgundy Velvet Cascade DressBurgundy Velvet Cascade Dress

The return of light! Celebrate Europe's ancient winter celebration in sumptuous style, dressed in a figure-featuring cascade of plush, burgundy stretch velvet. You'll love the graceful ballet neckline, long, tapering sleeves.

Some Other Cloaks to Choose From

Elegant, hooded cloaks to complete your ensemble for the Yule Ball. Remember, it is going to be chilly!
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Harry Dancing with Parvati at the Yule Ball

Harry and Parvati

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Maybe You Want Something More Exotic?


Image Source,Photobucket Uploader Firefox ExtensionThe Patil twins, who were Harry and Ron's dates for the Yule Ball, wore what is known as a lehenga choli (also spelled lehnga) in reversed pink and orange colors. It was difficult to find something that resembles their outfits, but I believe this is quite similar, especially if you drape it as they do in the movie.

"Indian Block Print Items are very much in Fashion now days. That's why here we present New Hand Block Print Lehnga Choli with Different & Sexy Look.......A perfect Traditional dress Just for You.....This Marvelous Dress is not only Gorgeous but in the step with the current trends." (Amazon.com product description)

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Ethinic Hand Block Print Lehnga Choli with Mirror Work

Cho Dancing with Cedric at the Yule Ball

Cho and Cedric

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Perhaps You Prefer an Oriental Style?


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Cho Chang was Cedric's date at the Yule Ball which caused Harry quite a bit of frustration because he had asked her to go but was too late. Cho's dress reflects her Asian heritage.

This Chinese qipao dress captures the flavor of Cho's beautiful gown. It is made of silk fabric with the Chinese dragon patterns with the inlaid graceful black piping.

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The White Dragon Silk Asian Dress

Do You Want to Feel Like a Fairy?


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This dress will make you feel like you can float away. Gorgeous strapless layered mesh dress with applique lace, crystals and beadwork. Lavender layered over mint creates beautiful ocean color. Shirred boned bodice. Includes matching mesh scarf & optional straps. Fully lined.

Style also available in Fuchsia, Ivory, Purple, White, Blue and Pink.

"This gown is simply gorgeous! It truly looks like a fairy princess dress, exactly as pictured!" (Amazon.com customer review)

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Beaded Mesh Fairy Formal Ball Gown

Time to Accessorize

Now that you have picked out your gown, you can use your imagination to accessorize. These are such a few suggestions. I'm sure you can find many more.
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So What Have You Decided?


I want to thank J. K. Rowling for creating the fantastic world of Harry Potter and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. It has been so much fun to send ourselves there in our imagination.

But Yule Balls are not just at Hogwarts. Many pagans celebrate winter solstice with a Yule Ball. There are lots of other reasons to dress up and "let your hair down" as Professor McGonagall said. (Odd, considering that most of the girls had their hair up).

Well, anyway, I am so glad you stopped by and went shopping with me. I did invite Mrs. Weasley, but alas, she is still short of funds. I did read that Harry gave the Weasley twins his winnings from the Triwizard Tournament for their business with the stipulation that they use some of it for new dress robes for Ron. (Harry Potter Wiki)

Feel free to leave a comment. Do you have a favorite dress? I like the fairy one myself.

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