This costume came together as one of a full lineup of Disney Princess dancers, designed by Noflutter. I created this full costume based on Noflutter's original sketch design, and added in a few of my own touches. I began by making a corseted bodice with teal brocade and a color-shit contrast fabric for the front. It features lace-up front bust, sides, shoulders, and center back. It's finished off with hand-sewn lace detailing on the neckline, trim around the edges, and some jonquil and AB rhinestones. Next was the undershirt, made of this beautiful gold and ivory sequined chiffon, with a layer of lightweight ivory satin lining. The sleeves have sewn in bracers on the upper and lower arms, in matching brocade and a rich brown silk. There are also trimmings, rhinestones, and a ruffled cuff and collar. To make the skirt, I started with a teal satin circle skirt hemmed in 2" horsehair to give some body to the bottom. Overlaid on top is an embroidered and sequined teal organza with a trim hem. On the organza layer I applied glitter heat-transfer vinyl in Merida's iconic design. The bottom of the skirt also features drop beading and crystals with AB and teal gems and beads. I also created a belt out of matching brown silk and more glitter vinyl, along with an ornate medallion and plaid sash. To complete the costume I created a tulle petticoat out of give varying shades of green and blue, all gathered and layered into an extremely full bustle!

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It took me about six weeks to create this from start to finish, and I photographed it at home with a backdrop from Amazon! It was my first time setting up a photography studio in my home, but I had a blast shooting remotely and getting some great photos of this costume.