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  4. 7 Magical Looks Perfect for the Upcoming Harry Potter-Style Yule Ball

7 Magical Looks Perfect for the Upcoming Harry Potter-Style Yule Ball

By Jane Asher
Updated Dec 01, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
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There's never been a better time to be a Harry Potter fan.

From this summer's release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, to getting a look at a whole new facet of the Wizarding World thanks to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the HP revivals just keep coming. And now, you can experience some holiday Harry Potter magic, thanks to Barnes & Noble's Harry Potter Magical Holiday Ball, which will be taking place at stores nationwide on Friday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m.

Clearly, it's time to break out those Harry Potter costumes we all wore to every midnight premiere, and head to Barnes & Noble, for a night of music, dancing, HP-themed activities, and fun giveaways. According to a press release, there will be a "Harry Potter Themed Craft Making Station, where customers can create their own ornaments and owl fans ... fun activities including Wizard Charades, Trivia, a Word Search ... plus a coloring station ... and a special photo-op station where they will be able to forever capture the magic of the Harry Potter-inspired celebration."

VIDEO: 9 J.K. Rowling Quotes to Get You Through The Day

Be sure to get there early, as the first 100 Muggles who show up will get a special Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: The Illustrated Edition poster.

RELATED: 15 Harry Potter Destinations You Can Visit in Real Life

We may not be able to party in Hogwarts' Great Hall, but we're hoping for a Yule Ball style blow-out, maybe even with an appearance from the Weird Sisters, who die-hard fans will recognize as the band that played at Hogwarts' Yule Ball in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

Scroll down below for a few magical outfits perfect for this magical event. See you at the Holiday Ball!

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Red Hi-Lo Dress

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Channel your inner Gryffindor in this crimson hued party dress.Ā 

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Yellow Drop-Waist Mini Dress

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Wear those Hufflepuff colors loud and proud in this cute yellow dress.Ā 

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Off The Shoulder Dress

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You'll be a total Slytherin in this trendy, deep green dress featuring an off-the-shoulder neckline.

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Cold Shoulder Sequined Dress

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Ravenclaws will love the blue-hue of this party dress, perfect for the holiday season thanks to its all-over sequin style.

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Maxi Dress with Contrast Panels

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We're pretty sure Professor McGonagall wore something very similar to the Yule Ball in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. That train just screams "you're a wizard Harry!"

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Mesh Detailed One-Shoulder Dress

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This dress's name is Dobby. If that's not a sign, we don't know what is.Ā 

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This is basically Hermione's dusty rose dress from the Yule Ball. It has those gorgeous tiers and everything!

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