- S - $54.78
- M - $54.78
Kids Barbie Mermaid Dress - Color-Change Rainbow Tail Costume
DELIVERY
- Dispatch: Within 24 Hours
- Registered & Express Post for ALL Orders.
- Pick up is available.
- Easy 14 days returns and exchanges
RETURNS
If you do not like the product you can return it within 14 days - no questions asked. This excludes stockings, gloves, swimwear and clearance sale items. We have an easy and hassle-free return policy. Please look at our Delivery & Returns section for further information.
PRODUCT DETAILS
What's in the Box
- One sleeveless mermaid-style dress with iridescent bodice, UV color-changing scale-print skirt, attached green waist ribbon, and rainbow-gradient fin hem
This Kids Barbie Mermaid Dress turns your child into an under-the-sea fantasy with a colour-changing twist. The skirt's printed scales shift from soft aqua and pink to vibrant blue, yellow and green when she steps into sunlight, then fade back indoors — pure magic for kids who love a bit of wow-factor at dress-up time.
The bodice is all shimmer — metallic pink-to-purple iridescence with a glittery Barbie silhouette at the centre, star and shell appliqués at the neckline, and a green satin ribbon tied at the empire waist. The mermaid-tail skirt flows into layered rainbow-gradient fins at the hem, giving that swishy underwater movement she'll love. Sleeveless, jewel-neck cut, comfortable for hours of play.
Perfect For
Book Week & School Dress-Up: A natural choice for Barbie in A Mermaid Tale or any ocean-themed storybook character parade. Also works beautifully for 100 days of school mermaid projects.
Birthday Parties & Themed Events: Perfect for Barbie-themed parties, under-the-sea celebrations, or any event where she wants to make an entrance with a colour-changing costume that'll have everyone asking "how does it do that?"
Dress-Up Play & Photo Shoots: The iridescent fabric and rainbow fins photograph beautifully. Great for kindy photo day, family portraits, or just twirling around the lounge room pretending to swim.
How to Wear It
Pair with silver ballet flats or Mary Janes to complete the mermaid-princess look. Optional accessories like a pearl necklace or tiara add extra sparkle, but the dress is detailed enough to stand alone. Skip the wig — her own hair works perfectly.
Parent FAQs
Q: What size should I order?
Size S fits ages 3-5 years, M fits 6-8 years. Check the size chart for chest and length measurements — the bodice runs true to size with a bit of stretch, and the skirt is A-line so there's room to move.
Q: How does the colour-change feature work?
The skirt fabric has UV-reactive dye that responds to sunlight. Take her outdoors and the scales shift to darker blues, yellows and greens within seconds. Bring her back inside and the colours fade back to the lighter aqua-pink tones. It's reversible and happens every time — no batteries, no prep.
Q: Can she wear this over regular clothes, or is it warm enough on its own?
The dress is sleeveless and lightweight, so if it's a chilly day, layer a white or pastel long-sleeve top underneath. For Book Week parades or indoor parties, it's comfortable as-is.
Q: Is this officially licensed Barbie, and are shoes included?
Yes, this is a licensed Mattel Barbie product. Shoes are not included — she'll need her own footwear. No other accessories (tiara, jewellery) come with the dress either.
Care: Hand wash cold, hang to dry. Avoid bleach to preserve the UV-reactive dye.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Returns Policy
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at sales@kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au.
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return form, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
Shipping
We offer Flat Rates $9.8 for Registered Post or $14.8 for Express Post within Australia.