Best Disney Princess Costumes

Updated September 2020
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
Disguise Merida Classic Disney Princess Brave
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Merida Classic Disney Princess Brave
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Bottom Line

Shiny and bold, this dress is sized well for toddlers who are channeling their brave spirit or simple fun in a cute dress.

Pros

Appeals to both parents as well as kids for its rich colors and shiny accents. Arrives with butterfly accessories that can be removed. The fabric breathes well. A favorite among 3 to 4 year olds.

Cons

Details can make it a little messy and hard to launder.

Best Bang for the Buck
ReliBeauty Princess Belle Costume Dress
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Princess Belle Costume Dress
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Well made and proportioned in terms of its princess tiers, which will prompt swirling and turning in true Belle fashion.

Pros

Will stand up to several washes unlike other costumes. Customers note the golden hue is rich and likened to the character's dress. Fits kids as young as three. Makes for timeless photographs as well.

Cons

The dress on its own is nice, but we recommend buying the option with accessories.

Disguise Ariel The Little Mermaid Disney Princess Costume
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Ariel The Little Mermaid Disney Princess Costume
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Demure and sweet, little girls will feel comfortable and mermaid-like, without tripping over a long tail.

Pros

Designed in deep aqua blue fabric and can instantly transport an imaginative kid into mermaid-mode. Will hold up for those real-life princesses who like to romp around. Cute and playful, with layers of fabric not found in other costumes. Designed for play, as well as cruises and family excursions.

Cons

While all the glitter makes for fun and great pictures, it does leave a mess behind.

Disney Princess Moana Adventure Costume
Disney Princess
Moana Adventure Costume
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A modern favorite of many, this costume is detailed down to the fabric fringe and fits a variety of sizes.

Pros

Parents appreciate that the costume covers more skin than the outfit did on the actual character. With several pieces to the costume, it easily inspires a little girl's imagination. We love the bright colors and easy fit for girls of all sizes.

Cons

Can run a little big, but should hold up over time if it needs to be grown into.

Dressy Daisy Cinderella Costume Dress
Dressy Daisy
Cinderella Costume Dress
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Bottom Line

This fancy dress can be enhanced with a few DIY tricks that can literally light up the pretty details.

Pros

Described as better looking in real life versus its picture. Should run true to size; if not, on the smaller size. Adapts well to customized looks including battery operated lights that further illuminate the princess look and feel.

Cons

Several parts of the dress are stitched together, so if one part fails, the whole outfit may not work.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

18 Models Considered
6 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
241 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Disney princess costumes are coveted items for major holidays to everyday playtime activities. We’ve come to know and love Disney princesses for more than ninety years, each with a memorable look that will continue on. Given the mass appeal of Disney princess costumes, quality of design and fabric will differ among products. You can anticipate most costumes arrive true to character and will appeal to the one wearing it. Some princesses were fully covered while others lived in the sea, translating into costumes that vary in regards to coverage. Not all costumes are packaged with the complete look, such as hair pieces or accessories. While most costumes look the part, not all will feel the same. Expect sizes to run true or large, with room to grow into.  

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
Disney Princess
Dress Up Trunk Deluxe 21Piece Set
Disney
Elsa Costume
Disney Princess
Ariel & Aurora Dress Up Trunk
Disney Princess
Cinderella Costume, Sing & Shimmer Musical Dress
Disney Princess
Aurora Costume, Sing and Shimmer Musical Dress
The team that worked on this review
  • Katie
    Katie
    Editorial Director
  • Melinda
    Melinda
    Web Producer
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Disguise

Ariel The Little Mermaid Disney Princess Costume

Disguise

Ariel The Little Mermaid Disney Princess Costume

Demure and sweet, little girls will feel comfortable and mermaid-like, without tripping over a long tail.
$39
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Disney Princess

Moana Adventure Costume

Disney Princess

Moana Adventure Costume

A modern favorite of many, this costume is detailed down to the fabric fringe and fits a variety of sizes.
$19
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ReliBeauty

Princess Belle Costume Dress

ReliBeauty

Princess Belle Costume Dress

Well made and proportioned in terms of its princess tiers, which will prompt swirling and turning in true Belle fashion.

$26
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Dressy Daisy

Cinderella Costume Dress

Dressy Daisy

Cinderella Costume Dress

This fancy dress can be enhanced with a few DIY tricks that can literally light up the pretty details.

$14
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Disguise

Merida Classic Disney Princess Brave

Disguise

Merida Classic Disney Princess Brave

Shiny and bold, this dress is sized well for toddlers who are channeling their brave spirit or simple fun in a cute dress.

$35

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