Most Slytherin aesthetic image have green painted walls. But you can achieve the same effect if you can’t or don’t want to paint the walls.
Surprisingly, you may stay more authentic to the book and the movies with neutral walls because the Slytherin common room did not feature green walls. The effect was achieved through a strategic placement of green accessories and blue-green light.
Do you want to immerse yourself in the evocative aesthetic of Hogwarts’ Slytherin House and add a touch of old-world charm to your home décor? You may want to consider antiquing a mirror, one of the signature elements of Slytherin-themed room décor.
Creating your own Harry Potter-themed room is a lot of fun, but sometimes you get stumped looking for the perfect decorative items to infuse the magic into your space in an authentic and elevated way.
The goal is to nail the Hogwarts aesthetic without being too on the nose. There are only so many images of Harry and the Castle you can have in one room, after all!
Here is the list of my favorite Harry Potter accessories, and I used most of them to decorate my own Hogwarts-themed room. The ideas came from the movies, book descriptions, and visiting the Wizarding World in Orlando.
Gryffindor is the favorite among Hogwarts houses, but recreating an authentic Gryffindor space is easier said than done. You can sprinkle images of Harry and the Gryffindor Crest a few times, but it won’t get the depth and the all-around look of Gryffindor.
Based on my own experience creating a Harry Potter themed space, here is my advice on which Gryffindor accessories will bring the theme to life in an authentic way.
We’ll cover everything from wall art and furniture to lighting and desctop decor – all designed to evoke the darkly glamorous Slytherin aesthetic. Between the lush interiors of the Slytherin Common Room and the dark sophistication of Grimmauld Place, the movies gave us plenty of ideas about creating dark wizard air with everyday objects. These Slytherin accessories will give your room an authentic look, with a dash of magic.
Visitors to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando remember the iconic Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom in the Hogwarts Castle waiting queue for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey attraction. That’s where Ron, Harry, and Hermione appear on the balcony and talk to the visitors about getting a tour of the castle.
This classroom features multiple depictions of animals that are associated with venoms and magical uses as part of its spooky school vibe. Now, you can create your own version of these props with a DIY Harry Potter-inspired art project.
I wanted to replicate the same feeling of old-time magic you get from the movie sets and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando. While there is a lot of branded Harry Potter merchandise for sale at retailers, most of my decor choices were original vintage and antique finds that came with authenticity and a low price tag.
If you want your living room to feel like one of the most inviting and cozy spaces at Hogwarts, the Gryffindor common room provides plenty of inspiration. The Gryffindor common room as pictured in the Harry Potter movies is centered around a large stone fireplace. While it would be hard to replicate this architectural feature, … Read more
Let’s admit it, Slytherin common room is truly inspiring, imposing, and gorgeous. It is also very large and features an immensely high ceiling and impressive architectural details. The replica may not work for every space, but if you do have a good size room to work with, I would recommend getting a few big pieces while keeping the clutter away to create an impression of a large space.