Disney Princess Costumes
Your little girl will love dressing up as Belle, Cinderella, Ariel, Aurora or Snow White!
If you can't find the perfect man's, woman's or child's Disney Costume in your local stores, check out the selection of cute princess & other character costumes in the slide show above. You may use the following link to view all Disney costumes at www.BuyCostumes.com. Or, use the costume search box (just below) to find family costumes for your favorite character only (for example, type in Tinker Bell, Cinderella, etc.)
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Disney Princess Pictures? Are you looking for pics of the Disney Princesses? You'll find them on the Disney Princess Fantasy Faire Pictures page of this website. That's because THIS page is all about sewing or buying a Disney Princess COSTUME (and not photos of the princesses themselves.)
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Which Disney Princess is your favorite?
Belle? Cinderella? Jasmine? Snow White? Ariel?
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What little girl doesn't pass through a phase of having a favorite Disney princess? Which of the Disney princesses is your own daughter's favorite?* Princess Ariel? The independently-minded Princess Ariel was presented to the public in the Disney adaptation of "The Little Mermaid" story. Though Ariel, a mermaid, yearned to become human, what human little girl wouldn't like to have fun pretending to be a mermaid?
* Princess Aurora? Several generations of little girls have thrilled to Disney's classic animated movie, "Sleeping Beauty." Aurora's sweet disposition and long golden tresses endear not only Prince Phillip, but everyone who views this delightful film.
* Cinderella? The story of this sweet-tempered beauty who endured hardships, but finished with a dream life has thrilled young girls for years. Her beautiful ball gown remains a popular Halloween costume and dress-up item.* Princess Jasmine? This adventuresome young woman found both love AND "whole new worlds" to explore in the 1993 acclaimed hit animated movie, "Aladdin."
* Snow White? The raven-haired beauty who rallied from her own misfortunes to take care of 7 dwarfs who were clueless about running their home was Walt Disney's very FIRST movie princess. Since 1939, she's been charming children...and her distinctive dress is a favorite for wearing at Halloween and for making Disneyland visits in costume.
* Tinkerbell? The little fairy with an attitude from "Peter Pan" isn't really a princess in the movie...but Tinkerbell costumes are usually included in sections of Disney Princess dresses. Tinkerbell fairy dresses are more fanciful than ordinary princess ball gowns...and many little girls adore wearing their own set of "wings."
Disney Princess Costumes --- Sew or buy?
If your child wishes to dress up as a Disney princess, it won't be hard to BUY a costume---they're "everywhere." Because the Disney company wishes to make money & please its shareholders, Disney Princess costumes can be found at many different stores and in a number of different price ranges.Mass merchandisers (such as Walmart and Target) not only carry Princess dresses at Halloween, but all throughout the year as well in their toy departments.
Disney also sells licensed costumes in a variety of costume shops. If you find a store which sells a complete line-up of the Disney brand costumes, it will surprise you just what a wide selection of outfits there are available! (In Southern California, most costume shops carry a selection...stores such as Party City or the seasonal Spirit Halloween Stores. In greater Los Angeles, The Halloween Club has a particularly thorough assortment of official Disney costumes.
Photo note: The charming Cinderella costume picture to your left was sent by reader Marilyn L. What a cute Cinderella her daughter made!
*The popular mall-based Disney stores sell a more upscale version of the princess costumes found at discount stores and costume shops. Many styles are sold year-round (for use as dress-ups) with extra costumes piled into the stores during the Halloween season. You can find a Southern California location of the Disney Store chain by heading to the Disney Store Locations page of this website.Still one more place to find high-quality Disney princess costumes is at the Disneyland Resort itself (in Anaheim, California.) There are shops at Disneyland Park, at Disney's California Adventure theme park, and within the Downtown Disney shopping, dining & entertainment district which all sell deluxe versions of the Princess dresses. Prices generally run around $50+ for these costumes...and that's without any of the extra accessories you might wish to purchase. On the other hand, these costumes do last for a long time. Your little girl will be able to play dress-ups for many months without wearing out these sturdy Disney outfits. The Princess dresses and accessories are sold at Disneyland all throughout the year, and not just at Halloween time.
If you'd like to purchase such an outfit, but can't get to Disneyland in California, you can have the costume mailed to your home. Call the Disneyland "DelivEARS" phone number at 800/760-3566 to order a Princess costume from one of the Disneyland Resort stores or to ask questions about Disney merchandise you can purchase via telephone.
Disney Princess sewing patterns
One way to make sure that your little girl's Princess outfit is at least a tiny bit different from what "everyone else" has is to sew the costume yourself! Another reason for sewing the Disney princess dress would be to get a higher-quality garment for less money than the pricey deluxe Princess costumes sold at the Disneyland Resort.When it comes to sewing Disney Princess outfits, there are quite a few sewing patterns from which to choose. First of all, however, you'll need to select the particular Disney princess whose outfit your child wishes to wear, because, of course, a Tinkerbell fairy dress or a Princess Ariel mermaid suit will need an entirely different pattern from the more traditional ball gowns which Cinderella, Aurora, or Belle might wear.
1.) Simplicity has offered the "official" Disney Princess costume patterns in the past. However, in a surprising move last year, Simplicity decided to cut almost all of the Disney Princess costumes out of its catalog (with the exception of Tinker Bell, Cinderella and Snow White.) At the time the cut was made (June, 2008) you could still get the remaining Disney Princess costume patterns online in the company's "out of print" section. Some patterns linger in the "out of print" section for several seasons before they're all gone...but that was NOT the case with the Disney Princess patterns which had been dropped from the catalog! In a mere matter of weeks, all the remaining patterns were gone. Now, Ebay (or other online sources) may be your only hope of finding them. The numbers you'll be looking for will be listed below. These Simplicity princess patterns all feature the "authentic" look for each particular Disney princess.
3.) Butterick also offers non-Disney princess costumes which can be sewn in the "official" colors of the Disney princess dress you'd like to make. This choice offers you the chance to create a more unique "look."
4.) Burda princess patterns are more historically accurate than are Disney princess gowns, and would be more appropriate wear for a Renaissance festival.
Note: Kwik Sew currently does not offer any princess-style costume patterns.
Little Mermaid/Ariel Costume Patterns
As you have read above on this page, Simplicity has recently cut most of its Disney "officially licensed" costume patterns from its catalog. Don't worry, though--the Ebay auction website can help you find them. The pattern numbers of the out-of-print Simplicity princess patterns are included below (to help you look for them on Ebay) if you can't find a substitute pattern that you like as well as the "official" one.* Ariel Costume Patterns from Simplicity: (1.) This first pattern was Simplicity's official Ariel pattern for her Mermaid look; it's now out of print. If you'd like to find it on Ebay or elsewhere on the internet, you should look for Simplicity pattern 9919. This pattern is for girl's sizes 3 thru 8.
(2.) Another choice would be to make Ariel's bridal costume, which was included with Simplicity #9902 (and came in girls sizes 5-8.) While it's now out-of-print also, it can still be found fairly easily on the internet.
Simplicity generic mermaid costume pattern: If you don't care whether or not you purchase an "official" licensed Disney mermaid pattern, then there IS still a Simplicity mermaid pattern that's NOT out of print! It's Simplicity #4043, and this mermaid costume comes with sizes for toddlers, girls and women all in one package. This is a modest costume which covers the midriff. The mermaid's tail is not extremely tight and allows room for walking.
* McCall's Ariel's Mermaid Costume Pattern: The McCall's mermaid suit pattern will give you, quite possibly, the very cutest end result out of all the pattern companies. If you wish to dress as the Little Mermaid, check out McCalls mermaid sewing pattern M5498 before reaching your decision...because you just may like this one the best. In addition, the mermaid pattern comes in adult women's sizes, as well
Princess Aurora Costume Patterns
* Simplicity Aurora sewing patterns: Unfortunately, all of Simplicity's official Sleeping Beauty Princess are out of print. You'll need to hunt on the internet for one of them. The good news is that there are 3 good patterns, and they're relatively easy to find. For toddlers and preschoolers up to size 4, try to find Simplicity pattern 4949. For girls up to size 8, find either Simplicity #9384 or Simplicity pattern 5835. All of these patterns produce Princess Aurora dresses with an authentic "look."Simplicity's generic princess pattern: You'll be able to find Simplicity princess pattern 2569 in your own home town, because it's still in print. If you make it in pink, it could look somewhat like Aurora's beautiful ball gown. However, it's not an "official" pattern, so you won't get the exact look seen in the "Sleeping Beauty" movie.
* Butterick Princess Pattern: Butterick does not offer officially licensed Disney Princess patterns, yet this company has some styles in their catalog which will make a great-looking substitute. Check out the Butterick princess pattern #B4630 if you're looking for a princess gown. This elegant pattern offers you some options that aren't available in "standard" Disney princess designs...such as a regal, high-back neckline; leg-of-mutton sleeves; or a tall, pointed princess cap. One view of the pattern is shown with a fluffy, feathery trim, which your daughter might find enchanting. This pattern, though, is only available in girls sizes 2 through 8. If made in pink material, this costume could be used to make a ball gown resembling Princess Aurora's.
Princess Belle costume patterns
* Simplicity Belle Costume Patterns: Until 2008, there were two official Disney costume patterns you could buy to make Belle's stunning yellow ball gown, but they are out of print. If you'll be looking for these patterns through EBay or other online sources, you'll want to know the following pattern numbers: (1.) The less-detailed gown was Simplicity pattern 5835. The fancier Beauty and the Beast dress was Simplicity #9902. Both costumes look very much like Belle's yellow ball gown in which she performed her grand waltz with The Beast.
* McCall's Belle Pattern: McCalls doesn't offer official Disney patterns, but they make costume pattern which look similar. McCalls princess pattern M5494 makes a a floor-length ball gown which is meant to look like Bell3's dress (if you make it in yellow, as the pattern picture suggests.) This pattern is not out of print, and you should be able to find it at your local sewing stores.
* Butterick's Belle costume pattern: Like the McCall's Belle pattern, the Butterick Princess Belle dress isn't "officially licensed." However, it's quite cute and really does resemble the Beauty and the Beast ball gown. It's not out of print. You should be able to find the Butterick Belle costume sewing pattern #B4320 in your neighborhood sewing stores.
Cinderella costume sewing patterns
* Simplicity still makes a Cinderella pattern which is NOT out of print! This is an officially licensed Disney pattern which will give you the exact look that you see in Disney's Cinderella animated movie. The same pattern comes in a variety of sizes.(1) Toddler Cinderella pattern-- You'll want to look for Simplicity Baby and Toddler Cinderella pattern 2563. This pattern will fit babies 6 months old through age 4. A pattern for Cinderella's headband is included in the package.
(2) Girl's Cinderella gown pattern--The Simplicity Cinderella sewing pattern to use for girls ages 3 thru 14 is Simplicity Girl's Cinderella Pattern 2817. Gloves and a necklace are shown on the pattern cover, but you must provide these items for yourself.
(3.) Women's Cinderella Dress-- This same costume also can be made for grown women who are Cinderella fans. Look for Simplicity Women's Cinderella Pattern 2813, which comes in a range of Misses sizes from 6 to 20. You should be able to find all 3 of these Cinderella patterns easily in your local stores.
Princess Jasmine Costume Patterns:
* Simplicity Jasmine patterns-- Simplicity's official Disney Jasmine suit is now out of print. There was only 1 Princess Jasmine pattern offered by Simplicity in recent years; it was Simplicity 9919, in girls sizes 3 thru 8. If you'll be looking for it online, it does come up for bid regularly on Ebay. If you'd like to make a Jasmine costume from local sources, you may try using Simplicity's non-licensed Genie costume, which is not out of print. By using the right color fabric, this pattern could be easily adapted. Simplicity Genie Pattern #3626 is what you'll be looking for. Strangely enough, this costume includes sizes both for girls AND for women all in the same package! This costume will fit girls size 10 thru 16 AND Misses size 2 thru 12.Show White costume patterns
* Simplicity Snow White Costume Patterns: Simplicity's Snow White dress patterns are still in print! The pattern number you need depends on the size you plan to make.1.) Baby and Toddler Snow White costumes: If you'd like to make a cute Snow White dress in sizes 6 months to 4 years, you'll be looking for Simplicity Snow White costume pattern 2563. (2.) Girls Snow White pattern: The Simplicity Snow White sewing pattern to use for girls sizes 3 thru 14 is Simplicity #2817. Snow White's traditional high collar and her flowing cape (separate) are included. (3.) Women's Snow White pattern: There's even an official Disney Snow White costume for women! You'll want to look for Simplicity Women's Snow White pattern #2813, which comes in a variety of Misses sizes, all in the same package. A pattern for Cinderella's blue ball gown comes in the same package for both the adult and children's Snow White patterns.
* Butterick's Snow White costume pattern: Butterick makes an unofficial Snow White pattern that you may wish to check out. It's Butterick costume sewing pattern #B4320, which fits toddler size 2 through teen size 14. This pattern comes with other options which can make either Belle's yellow ball gown, a pink princess gown like Aurora's, and a "Dorothy" dress (from the Wizard of Oz.)
Tinkerbell Costume Sewing Patterns
Out of print Tinker Bell costumes: If you don't like the new Tinkerbell pattern described above, you might want to look for out-of-print Simplicity Tinkerbell costume patterns. Here's a list--- (1.) A cute pattern for preschoolers up through size 4 is Simplicity pattern 4949. (2.) For girls size 3-8, the cutest Tinkerbell fairy costume is included with Simplicity pattern 5835.. (3.) There was also a less-attractive Tinkerbell outfit for girls age 3-8 included with Simplicity Peter Pan pattern #9862.
* McCalls Tinkerbell patterns: McCall's doesn't have the officially licensed Tinkerbell costume pattern, but it does have fairy costumes which could be adapted to look like a Tinkerbell outfit. These patterns are both in print and can be found in your local stores. These are-- (1.) McCalls angel & fairy pattern M5496. A pattern for "wings" is included with the outfit. The sizes are limited, and range from Toddler 2 through Girls 8.
(2.) An absolutely darling fairy costume pattern which could also be used to make a Tinkerbell outfit is McCalls fairy & angel pattern M4887. This pattern, too, has instructions included for wings, and runs from size 2 thru 8.
* Butterick's Tinkerbell costume: An economical choice for a family with several children would be Butterick's Peter Pan pattern B4632. The package contains a girl's fairy costume which would be suitable for a Tinkerbell outfit. In addition, two boy's patterns are included! One is for an woodsy-style outfit which could be made up as either Peter Pan or Robin Hood. The other is a boy's pirate's costume (Captain Hook!) Yes, all that in one package! This is also the easiest pattern to sew of any mentioned thus far. The long sleeves of the pirate's shirt are cut in one piece with the front & back...so you don't even need to know how to set in sleeves to make a successful project.
Disney Princess Costumes on EBay
Since little girls play dress-ups in Disney's princess costumes year-round, you'll discover that there's a steady supply of them on the "used" clothing auction websites like EBay. The selection of available princess dresses and accessories continually fluctuates on an auction site, of course...and so does the condition of the merchandise. Nevertheless, if you're "hooked" on auctions, you'll enjoy lying in wait for just the right costume to come along that your little girl might want.Searching for princess sewing patterns: If you would rather hunt for sewing patterns than pre-made costumes, simply use the search box in the upper right-hand corner of this widget. Type into the box the type of pattern (or other item) you're seeking, and the widget will pull up current auctions of that product.
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