Another Friday, another costume! This week I turned myself into one of my favorite badass witches: Bellatrix Lestrange.
The Dress
I actually didn’t have the right dress, but I did have a decent bodysuit, some black jersey fabric and a brand new serger. With a bit of magic, I managed to whip up faux wrap maxi skirt. I paired it with some lace up boots and a Deathly Hallows necklace, because I didn’t want to buy a raven skull. I didn’t have Bellatrix’s wand, but I did get Draco’s a few years ago.
The Makeup and Hair
My natural hair is curly and frizzy, so I just let it dry naturally and fluffed it up a bit. Smudgy black eyeshadow and blood red lips finished off my look
Being Bellatrix Lestrange
Was Bellatrix deranged? A bit. Did she have her issues? Yes. Was she on the wrong side of the war? Totally. Was Bellatrix a totally badass, super powerful chick? Absolutely. It’s unfortunate that she was obsessed with a lying, creepy despot with no nose, but her magical prowess and dedication to her cause are undeniable. We could all stand to have some of Bellatrix’s confidence.
Who’s your favorite Harry Potter character? Have you ever dressed up as them for Halloween? Let me know in the comments!