From the Workshop: Alternate Princesses Supplement
Posted by Lindsay
What follows is a quick photo essay regarding the Disney Princess dolls previously reviewed here. I wanted to make a further case for how great these dolls are once you get them out of their cheap glittery frou-frou.
Without further ado, here are some Princesses never released by the Disney Pink Glitter Machine.
Without further ado, here are some Princesses never released by the Disney Pink Glitter Machine.
These first two give the girls a look more accurate to their source material.
Medieval Aurora
Aurora has ditched her pink sparkles for a soft gown of purple satin.
Dress is from a 12" LoTR Arwen,
(and looks much better on Aurora)
Aurora has ditched her pink sparkles for a soft gown of purple satin.
Dress is from a 12" LoTR Arwen,
(and looks much better on Aurora)
Traditional Chinese Mulan
Mulan is trying out a more detailed Chinese outfit.
Perhaps not quite her era though...
Dress: Discover the World with Barbie: China
Shoes: Unknown
FYI: Dressing Fashion Dolls up in other costumes like this is a type of kitbashing, as discussed in this previous article.
Now some versions that are 'inspired by' the princesses.
50's Snow White
You've heard of Snow White and the Seven Greasers, right?
Jacket, Skirt, Boots: Discount clothing pack from KB Toys
Shirt: Flavas Barbie
Out on the Town Cinderella
Cindy finally decides to ask her fairy godmother for some fun clothes to go out with her friends.
Outfit: Fashion Fever Barbie
Shoes: Barbie shoes multipack
Malibu Ariel
No fin here, but Ariel's still hanging out at the beach.
Sunglasses: Top Model doll
Bikini: Beach Barbie
Coverup: Unknown
Sleepover Aurora
Aurora's ready for a short nap, but only after some hot chocolate with her pals.
Purple undershirt: Beach Barbie
Awesome 70's Sweater: Unknown
and my favorite...
Commando Mulan
She's ready to kick ass.
Jacket and Pants: Elite Force 12" Figure
Belt: LoTR 12" Figure
Boots: Queen Amidala 12" doll
Weapons, Pouch: Parts bin (Unknown, GI Joe?)
What the heck, here's a few more just for fun.
Prima Ballerina Cinderella
Cinderella decides that her dancing skills shouldn't be limited to fancy balls.
Outfit: Swan Lake Ballet Barbie
Prom Night Ariel
Okay, there's no good rationale here, I just thought the dress looked way better on her than on its original owner.
Dress: High School Musical Sharpay
Tiara: Unknown
Shoes: Cinderella
Sporty Jogger Snow White
Because sometimes you need to outrun the bad guys.
Shirt and Pants: Flavas Barbie
Sneakers and Hat: 99 cent 'Sports Doll'
Enjoy this? Have questions or want feedback on kitbashing of your own? Let me know over at the Workshop.