What wand does Draco Malfoy use?

Draco's primary wand is made of hawthorn wood with a unicorn hair core, featuring a simple, smooth, dark brown design.

How do I get Draco Malfoy's hair?

For early-movie Draco, slick your hair straight back with heavy hair gel. For later-movie Draco, style a neat side part. Use a platinum-blonde wig or temporary blonde hair spray if needed.

Can I dress as Death Eater Draco?

Yes! Instead of school robes, wear a sleek, all-black suit with a black button-down shirt, a black tie, and draw a temporary Dark Mark tattoo on your left forearm.

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Draco Malfoy Costume

Embrace your inner Slytherin with Draco's signature platinum hair and robes.

Draco Malfoy is the iconic, wealthy rival of Harry Potter, making him a favorite costume choice for fans who prefer the darker side of Hogwarts. His signature look relies on the green-and-silver Slytherin house colors, a sleek black robe, and his unmistakable white-blonde hair. Whether you choose his classic school uniform or his sleek, dark Death Eater attire, this guide will help you nail the look.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $35–90

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Slytherin House Robe
A black hooded wizard robe featuring green lining inside the hood and sleeves, with the Slytherin snake crest patched on the left chest.
DIY: Use a plain black hooded cloak and pin a printed Slytherin crest patch to the chest.
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White Dress Shirt
A crisp, long-sleeved white button-down dress shirt with a stiff collar.
DIY: Use any white button-down shirt from your closet.
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Slytherin Necktie
A satin necktie featuring alternating diagonal stripes of emerald green and silver.
DIY: Use a solid green tie and add silver stripes using silver fabric paint or tape.
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Grey V-Neck Sweater Vest
A classic grey knit v-neck sweater or sweater vest, optionally trimmed with green and silver stripes at the collar.
DIY: Wear a plain grey v-neck sweater and fabric-paint thin green and silver lines around the neckline.
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Black Dress Pants
Standard black school-style trousers or dress pants.
DIY: Any clean black trousers or dark chinos will work.
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Draco Malfoy's Wand
A simple, dark brown wand replica with a smooth, minimalist handle design.
DIY: Paint a wooden dowel or a straight tree branch dark brown, tapering one end and leaving the handle slightly thicker.
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How to put it together

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Put on the white button-down dress shirt and button it all the way to the collar.
2
Tie the green-and-silver Slytherin necktie snugly around the collar.
3
Layer the grey v-neck sweater vest over the shirt and tie, ensuring the tie knot is visible.
4
Put on the black dress pants and secure them with a simple black belt.
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Slip on the black Slytherin house robe over the sweater vest.
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Style your hair into Draco's signature sleek, platinum-blonde look, and carry your wand in hand.

Makeup & hair

Style your hair with a strong side part, slicked back or combed neatly with gel. If you aren't naturally blonde, use a short, platinum-blonde wig or temporary white-blonde hair color spray. Keep makeup minimal, using a pale foundation to mimic Draco's signature aristocratic, pale complexion.

Draco Malfoy for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Harry Potter for a classic rival dynamic, or Pansy Parkinson for a Slytherin duo.
group: Gather friends to dress as Crabbe, Goyle, and other Slytherin students to form Draco's entourage.
kids: Use a kid-sized Slytherin robe, black pants, and a toy wand for an easy school dress-up day.
Plus size: Opt for a relaxed-fit black robe and a comfortable stretch-waist black trouser.
pet: Dress your pet in a small green-and-silver striped pet scarf.

Tips

Keep your posture upright and sneer slightly in photos to capture Draco's classic arrogant attitude.
If using temporary blonde hair spray, apply it outdoors to avoid staining bathroom surfaces.
Wear comfortable black dress shoes, as you will likely be walking around a lot at conventions or parties.
Keep your wand tucked into your robe pocket or sleeve when not posing for photos to keep your hands free.

Draco Malfoy costume FAQ

What wand does Draco Malfoy use?: Draco's primary wand is made of hawthorn wood with a unicorn hair core, featuring a simple, smooth, dark brown design.
How do I get Draco Malfoy's hair?: For early-movie Draco, slick your hair straight back with heavy hair gel. For later-movie Draco, style a neat side part. Use a platinum-blonde wig or temporary blonde hair spray if needed.
Can I dress as Death Eater Draco?: Yes! Instead of school robes, wear a sleek, all-black suit with a black button-down shirt, a black tie, and draw a temporary Dark Mark tattoo on your left forearm.

Did you know? Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy, originally auditioned for the roles of Harry Potter and Ron Weasley before being cast as the iconic Slytherin rival.