If Harry Potter Had a Christmas Wedding This Would Be It

Woman in red dress poses in front of stately building

In between opening gifts and eating tons of food this holiday, we have the perfect Christmas inspiration that's totally unique + beautiful to share with you. In fact, if Harry Potter did have a Christmas wedding, we're pretty sure this would be it.

The bold red and gold color scheme of Gryffindor House was the perfect fit for a Christmas wedding at this RL modern day Hogwarts, Laurel Hall. Captured and designed by die-hard fan Rachel Giese Creative LLC, you're in for a very special treat (and speaking of treat..wait till you see the cookies!) See all the magical details below and in the full gallery. Happy Christmas from Hogwarts and from all of us here at WeddingChicks!

Woman holding a vibrant wedding bouquet and wearing red dress

Woman in red dress poses by fireplace holding a bouquet Elegant bride holding a vibrant rustic bouquet near a window

From the biggest fan

From Rachel Giese Creative LLC: What’s the best way to get into the holiday spirit? Two words, my friend: Harry Potter. This is the season where you can curl up next to a fire with some popcorn, your favorite pajamas, and all eight Harry Potter films. I am a huge Harry Potter fan (some would say I’m slightly obsessed), and I wanted to put my love to good use for the holidays.

Elegant woman in red dress and fur shawl holding bouquet

Woman in red dress and fur shawl on steps with a bouquet Woman in red dress walks towards the building in autumn

Magical Christmas wedding inspiration from Hogwarts

Magical holiday cheer

I wanted to make this wedding shoot inspirational and full of holiday cheer. No, technically Harry Potter isn’t a Christmas movie, but nothing compares to the Great Hall. The colors alone are enough to make you feel at home. Of the four Hogwarts houses, I felt that Gryffindor’s rich red and gold colors specifically were perfect for a winter wedding.

Wedding invitation with rings and RSVP cards with a vintage theme

Elegant dining room with chandelier, table set for dinner

Romantic candlelit dinner table setting with Harry Potter theme

Harry Potter themed table setting with lit candles and dessert Elegant table setting with lit candles, vintage camera and food

Inspiration for the Harry Potter Fan

My goal was to inspire fellow Harry Potter fans and give them great ideas for their wedding day. When it comes to your big day, don’t be afraid to be yourselves. Even if your guests don’t understand your obsession, they won’t object to a golden snitch sugar cookie (which were amazing, by the way.) We really wanted to show that it’s possible to keep the elegance of a wedding in the table decorations, flowers, and venue while also having some fun with other elements.

Harry Potter cookie on a white plate, perfect for a themed dinner

A festive cake with a Christmas tree reflection in a mirror Harry Potter themed cookies with a candle and decor

Two-tiered cake with red and white gradient on golden plate

Festive Christmas tree in a cozy room, decorated for the holidays

Woman in red dress casts spell with magic wand in library Woman in dark red dress casting magic wand in library

Festive Christmas tree in a warmly lit, grand wooden hallway

Budget Breakdown

Curious what a Harry Potter inspired wedding like this might cost you? The vendors from this shoot offered to share their pricing with us (thank you!). Please note prices may vary.

Photographers: $850
Venue: $500
Cake: $150
Cookies: $40
Bouquet: $120
Decorator: $350
Makeup & Hair: $125

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