These DIY Disney costumes are awesome examples of how to bring two-dimensional characters from some of the most iconic animated films to life in the real world.
Buying store-bought costumes year after year for Halloween can be a costly expense, but with just a little creativity, the looks of classic Disney characters can be inexpensively brought to life.
Since classic cartoon characters have a few characteristics or elements that they are easily recognized by, these looks can easily be replicated with the inclusion of the right accessory or color combination. Some of the more modern takes include updating the outfits of Disney characters with hipster style glasses or modifying the shapes of their outfits. These DIY Disney costumes are perfect for conventions, Halloween and theme parties.
50 DIY Disney Costumes
From Cinderella-Inspired Footwear to Evil Queen Cosmetic Tutorials:
Laura McQuarrie — Aug 25, 2013 — Fashion
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Child-Chic Editorials
Virginie Dubois Photographs are Disney-Suffused Spreads
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House of Mouse Street Shoes
The Adidas Originals Superstar Mickey II X Shows Disney's Dark Side
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DIY Lavishly Bold Rings
Make Your Own OZ-Inspired Crystal Ball Ring with This Easy Do it Yourself
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Fantasy Villain Footwear
Kobi Levi's New Line Will Help You Become the Fairest of Them All
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Disney-Inspired Eye Artwork
Katie Alves Creates Stunning Disney Depictions Using Eye Shadow
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Real World Movie Wardrobes
Disney Bound Archives Ensembles Resembling Cartoon Characters
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Disney-Inspired Clothing Lines
The Toy Story Clothing Line by Bossini is Buzz-Worthy
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Customized Disney Princess Kicks
Etsy User 'Creativity in the Making' Hand Paints TOMS Shoes
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Adult 'Toy Story' Style
The Mighty Fine Disney ‘Toy Story 3' Tees Aren't for Kid
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Structural Material-Made Shoes
Iva Minkova's Shoes are Designed for a Modern Cinderella
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Disney Cartoon-Inspired Cover Shoots
The Love Magazine Issue 10 is Covered by Minnie Mouse Ears
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Fairy Tale Jewelry
Disney Couture Creates Accessories Inspired by Classic Movies
38
Childhood Fantasy Apparel
The Phantaci Clot Disney Phantasia Pack is Fun Film-Themed Fashion
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Cartoon Princess-Conversion Videos
The Hispter Disney Princess Musical is a Nice Pairing
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Expressive Disney Jeans
CLOT ‘Mickey Mouse Patch' Denim Pays Homage to a Cartoon Favor
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Fictional Character Fashion Blogs
The Textbook Tumblr by John Jannuzzi is a Stroke of Genius
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Interpreted Icon Tees
The Mickey by the World Collection is Flawless
33
Evil Queen Cosmetic Tutorials
The Maleficent Makeup Transformation is a Great Halloween DIY
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Cinderella Glass Wedges
The Jeffrey Campbell Dina Jewel Heel Accents a Clear Heel
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Shimmering Princess Accessories
Chopard Unveils a Decadent Disney-Inspired Jewerly Line
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Disney Princess Running Outfits
These iGlow Running Ensembles Channel Fairytale Princess Charm
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Princess-Inspired Athletic Gear
'Snow White Under Armour' Mixes Fairy Tales and Functionality
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Iconic Cartoon Skater Sneakers
These Disney-Themed Vans Sneakers are a Classic Pair
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Designer Disney Shirts
BLACK Comme des Garcons Mickey Mouse Tees in a Dazzling Design
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Alcoholic Disney Apparel
This 'Hakuna Some Vodka' Tank Refashions the Lion King for Adults
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Modernized Princess Style
Updated Disney Princesses by Sydney Emerson is Polyvore Perfection
24
Deep-Sea Hair Decorations
The Starfish Headband from Etsy Will Transform You Into a Mermaid
23
Adorable Animalistic Onesies
These Kigurumi Disney Pajamas are Comfy and Cozy
22
Hand Game-Inspired Sweatshirts
This Graphic Crewneck from Rochambeau Plays Rock-Paper-Scissors
21
Cute Cartoon Sketches
The Original Fake KAWS Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket T-Shirts are Simple
20
Film Buff Bathers
Shark vs. Mermaid Suits are Sure to Delight
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Mouseketeer High Tops
Mickey Mouse Adidas Sneaks Designed by Jeremy Scott
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Mouse-Eared Shades
The Jeremy Scott Mickey Mouse Sunglasses for Spring 2010
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Cartoon-Inspired Kicks
The VANS Disney Collection is an Adorable Throwback
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Skulltastic Disney Shirts
Bounty Hunter x David Flores Shirt Gives Mickey an Intense Makeover
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High Fashion Mouse Caps
Couture Ear Hats Reign in the 'Year of the Ear'
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Hand-Based Fairytale Paintings
The Svetlana Kolosova Palm Drawings Depict Displays of Body Art
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Fairytale Cookwear
These Disney Aprons Will Make You Feel like a Princess
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Chic Canine-Clad Couture
The Joseph Turvey Fall/Winter 2013 Collection is Pattern-Enriched
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Disney Princess Feline Attire
This Pocahontas Cat Costume Features Navajo Rainbow Feathers
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'Bambi' Print Couture
The Jean Charles de Castelbajac Fall/Winter 2010-11 Line Channels Disney
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Evil Antagonist-Inspired Makeup
The MAC Venemous Villains Line Takes Cues From Disney Bad Guys
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Silhouetted Mouse Fashion
Kickers x Minnie & Mickey Shoes Dresses Disney Urban Style
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Magical Mouse Manicures
This 'Disney Babies' Nail Design is Bright and Bejewelled
6
Cinderella-Inspired Footwear
The Kathryn Wilson Cinderella Shoe is Worth $500,000
5
Minimalist Disney Mice Shoes
The Mickey and Minnie TOMS Contain Images of Treasured Rodents
4
Softy Soccer Shirts
The SOPHNET Disney Football Collection is Perfect for Footie Fanatics
3
Holiday Princess Looks
Bazaar Japan Gives tips on Party Dressing
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Lion-Themed Kicks
These Simba TOMS Have Been Customized Like the Lion King Film
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Putrid Animal Fur Clutches
The Tom Ford Skunk Purse is a Great Addition for Cruella de Vil
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The Liisa Kessler Lookbook Showcases Futuristic Fashions
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The ELLE Sweden 'Miami Beach' Photoshoot Stars Elsa Hosk
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The Tattoorialist Documents Everyday Permanent Skin Art
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The AdiPure Training Shoes are Perfect for Avid Runners
DIY Lavishly Bold Rings
Make Your Own OZ-Inspired Crystal Ball Ring with This Easy Do it Yourself
Sultry Sorbet Heels
These Ice Cream Shoes are a Delicious Treat on a Hot Day
Rude Christmas Greeting Shirts
The Home Alone Holiday Sweater Quotes the Gangster in the Film
Riotious Leopard Print Shoes
The Kenzo and Vans Fall/Winter 2013-2014 Collection is Animalistic
Couture Cartoon Characters
Barneys Electric Holiday Features Disney Characters as Fashion Models
Sci-Fi Fairytale Mashup Art
Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. Amalgamation Inspires Adorable Illustrations
Printed Urban Catalogs
The Gretchen Jones Fall 2013 Collection is Eclectically Cool
Darkly Cinematic Cartoon Posters
These Disney Movie Posters by Roger Stocks-Moore Are Dynamic
Superhero Film Shoes
The Dark Knight Rises Toms Shoes Commemorate the Final Batman Installment
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These Adventure Time Sneakers are Chic
Lovable Graffiti Sneakers
Vans X Curtis Kulig Create Artistic Valentine’s Day Footwear
Prim Patterned Fashion
The J Crew Fall 2013 Collection is Edgily Sophisticated
Realistic Royal Cartoons (UPDATE)
Jirka Vaatanien Continues to Recreate Disney Princesses
Ferociously Inked Footwear
Terrorize the Street in the Christian Louboutin Tattoo Highness Heels
Ground-Sensitive Footwear
The Nike Free Hyperfeel Does Away With Extra Padding on the Sole
Re-Imagined Fairytale Endings
Justin Turrentine's Victorious Disney Villains Alter Beloved Plots
Spooky Pooch Attire
Have Some Halloween Fun with the Headless Horseman Costume
Floral Skater Shoes
The Supreme x Vans SS13 Collection is Inspired by a New Order Album Artwork
Stunning Honor-Inspired Kicks
These Nike Zoom Hyperflight Shoes are a Perfect Tribute to China
Architectural-Embellished Heels
These Christian Louboutin Decorapump Heels Resemble a Landmark
Comical Cat Tops
Put Puns Subtly Into Your Style With the 'Are You Kitten Me Right Meow?' Tank
Literary Classic Crewnecks
This Party at Gatsby's Sweater is an Open-Ended Invitation
DIY Egg Magnets
These Concrete Egg Magnets Will Nest Every Paper Clip in Sight
Adorably Dorky Doggies
Dress Your Pooch Up in a Star Wars Halloween Ewok Costume This Year
Summery Sneaker Revivals
The Nike Air Max 95 Sunset Pack is Sure to Appeal to the Kick Connoisseur
Deceiving Wedged High Heels
The Jeffrey Campbell Teramo Sneakers Feature a Hidden Platform
Flying UFO Catalogs
The Q Design and Play Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Eccentric
Artful Socialite Catalogs
The Raffaele Ascione Fall/Winter 2013 Collection Embraces Texture
Baseball-Inspired Footwear
Get Sports Ready with Kobi Levi's Baseball Heels
Cartoon Princess-Conversion Videos
The Hispter Disney Princess Musical is a Nice Pairing
Retro Gaming Body Art
The Gamer Sleeve Tattoo Depicts All the Famous Characters From the Past
Martini-Embossed Footwear
These Stubbs & Wootton Velvet Slippers Feature Flirty Cocktails
Enchanting Storybook Cosmetics
The Disney and Sephora Cinderella Makeup is a Wish Come True
Crazy Color Combination Sneakers
The Vans Classics 2013 Come in an Array of Eccentric Colorways
Evil Queen Cosmetic Tutorials
The Maleficent Makeup Transformation is a Great Halloween DIY
Safari-Inspired Kicks
The New 'Nike Air Foamposite One Safari' Sneakers Feature Tribal-Print
Androgynous Cosmetic Captures
The Takahiro Ogawa ELLE Mexico Editorial is Punk Rock Inspired
Sci-Fi Egyptian Catalogs
The Emma Mulholland Spaced Out Collection Features Futuristic Sphinxes
Slick-Skinned Editorials
The Vogue Spain August 2013 Photoshoot Stars a Steamy Karmen Pedaru
85 Avian-Inspired Products
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Galactic Streetwear Catalogs
The Bobby Abley Fall/Winter 2013
Vibrant Zippered Footwear
These Opening Ceremony Sneakers are a Stunning Edition to any Collection
Presidential Wordplay Shirts
The DOE Barack Yo Body Tee is a Politically Humorous
Acid Denim Kicks
The Vans Denim Classic Collection is Rad
Hippie-Inspired Studded Loafers
Christian Louboutin Fredapoitiers are Meant for Special Occasions
Elegant Bronzed Kicks
The 'Nike WMNS Blazer Mid' Sneakers Feature Futuristic Metallic Accents
DIY Fashionable Avian Ensembles
The P.S. I Made This Crow Costume Tutorial Takes On Stylish Birds
Gritty Rockstar Editorials
The 'Music When the Lights Go Out' Portraits Star Model Musicians
Scantily Clad Princess Depictions
Artist MADHANZ Turns Disney Princesses into Moulin Rouge Dancers
Kitten-Focused Apparel
The Cattitude Clothing Series by Burger and Friends is Full of Sass
Electrifying Footwear Accessories
The Red Lightning Bolt Shwings Personalize Shoes
Punk Beach Style
The ELLE Croatia July 2013 Editorial Stars Tough Chic Paula Marcina
Bold Brazen Swim Shoots
'Teeeen Wolf' by Miko Lim Features Electrifying Style
Galactic Collaboration Spoofs
The Sith Lord Marches into Disney World in this Disney Lucasfilm Vid
Zombie Fairy Tale Characters
Witit Karpkraikaew 'Zombified Disney Princesses' Haunts Your Dreams
Steamy Car Garage Photoshoots
The GQ Russia August 2013 Editorial Stars a Sweaty Irina Shayk
Dapper Laser Cut Shoes
The Laser Cut Shoes from 'Carven' are Perfect for the Stylish Man
Dapper Hoodlum Portraits
The Ones 2 Watch Norman Theuerkorn Editorial is Artfully Inked
Mud Pit Editorials
The Purple Fashion Body Art Photoshoot is Splattered
High-Fashion Tech Pumps
The Christian Louboutin 'Lady Peep' Heels are Infused with Computer Chips
Glowing Creature Hoods
The Light up Mouse Fur Hat Illuminates in the Dark
Golden Glam Sneakers
The Louis Pik Pik Lame Shoe is a Flashy Piece of Footwear
Regally Printed Sneakers
The Printed Leather High-Top by Marc Jacobs is Urban Chic
Blatant Issue-Addressing Apparel
This Vogue Cropped T-Shirt by Fancy Vogue is Sassy
Ink Removal Guides
A Comprehensive Look at How to Get Rid of a Tattoo
CEO Failure-Combating Charts
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43 Fierce Leopard Print Shoes
From Boldly Printed Rapper Kicks to Safari-Chic Street Shoes
Bathtub Swimsuit Editorials
The Interview Magazine June July 2013 Issue Stars Frida Gustavsson
Posh Tropical Footwear
The Nicholas Kirkwood Summer 2013 Collection is Fanciful and Ladylike
DIY Hair Bow Bracelets
This Creative Project Turns an Ordinary Hair Clip into a Sleek Accessory
Disneyfied Sci-Fi Musicals
The Disney Star Wars Deal Results in a New Princess Leia
Vigilante Dog Outfits
The Batman Pet Costume Will Turn Your Animal Into a Superhero
Glamorous Canyon Editorials
Harper's Bazaar US 'American Splendor' Stars Candice Swanepoel
Vibrantly Somber Editorials
Melancholia by An Le Stars a Pink-Haired Mackenzie Hamilton
Cartoon Mouse Coifs
The Cool Cat SID Editorial Embraces Eccentric Hairstyles
Retro-Inspired Kicks
The 'Air Jordan 1 Retro 89' Sneakers Use Elements from Previous Models
Checkerboard Floral Kicks
The Floral Shoes from Alexander McQueen Have a Checkered Design
Vibrant Fuchsia Anniversary Footwear
These Air Pagasus Shoes are for Nike’s 30th Anniversary
Superhero Rodent Outfits
Grab Your Furry Friend a Superman Hamster Cape for Halloween
Light Reactive Face Paints
Electrify Your Halloween Look with the Neon FX Make Up Kit
Election-Savvy Slip-Ons
Show Your Political Pride with These Simple Sneakers
Goofy Face Lookbooks
The Hood By Air SS13 Collection is Full of High-End Streetwear
Intimidating Shark-Shaped Heels
These 'Irregular Choice' Heels are Made to Resemble Predators
Hawaiian-Inspired Kicks
The Vans Aloha OG Spring 2013 Range Features Classic Hawaiian Prints
School Spirit Pumps
The Kobi Levi Cheerleader Shoe is a Pep-Filled Piece of Footwear
DIY Party Straw Hats
This Fun DIY Activity Creates Simple Party Accessories for Kids and Adults
Luxe Gold Chained Shoes
The Christian Louboutin Stage Flat is a Hit with a Golden Touch
Flamingo-Inspired Shoes
These Animal High Heels Give Style to Your Step
DIY Fingerprint Cushions
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The NeverWet Sneaker Spray Turns Shoes 100% Waterproof
Lounging Celeb Covers Shoots
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Kryolan Fluorescent Lipstick Will Have You Glowing in the Dark
Patriotic Perspective Crew Necks
The Vivienne Westwood Stars Sweater is Fashionable Americana
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These ASSemble Underwear are Loaded with Puns
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The Hill-Side SS13 Accessories Lookbook is Engaging and Endearing
Effortless Cosplay Eyewear
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This Walking Dead-Inspired Tattoo is Apocalypse Ready
Evil Antagonist-Inspired Makeup
The MAC Venemous Villains Line Takes Cues From Disney Bad Guys
Rodent-Inspired Head Warmers
The Mouse Felt Hat is a Disney Fan's Dream
Mathematical Symbol Apparel
The Unisex Jesse Kamm Beachcomber Sweatshirt Wants Equality in Fashion
Witty Cockerel Pumps
The Kobi Levi Rooster Heels Will Have You Crowing When the Sun Comes Up
Bright Summer-Themed Socks
The D.Lo London Summer Collection Makes Socks Hip For Hotter Seasons
Adorable Charitable High Heels
The TOMS Sophie Wedge Offers Perfect Summer Style
Romantic Fairy Tale Clocks
The Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Cuckoo Clock is Nostalgically Cute
Eerie Abandoned Dress Photography
Meg Cowell's Body-Less Dresses are Both Serene and Otherworldly
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The Yay Cleavage V-Neck is Anything but Subtle
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The Vans Vault 2013 Spring TH Reverie Kicks Go Tropical
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The Kathryn Wilson Cinderella Shoe is Worth $500,000
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