{"product_id":"kids-disney-ariel-costume-little-mermaid-princess-dress","title":"Kids Disney Ariel Costume - Little Mermaid Princess Dress","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length Ariel dress with sequined bodice and character print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlutter tulle sleeves with red trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed satin bow at waist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTulle fin hem with pink and lavender layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kids Disney Ariel Costume brings the Little Mermaid straight from under the sea to Book Week morning. The bodice features Ariel and Flounder printed on shimmery fabric with a vertical sequined panel down the centre, while the satin skirt flows into a gathered tulle fin hem in lavender and pink with red edge trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBodice is purple satin with flutter sleeves in sheer tulle trimmed in red, matching the pre-sewn bow at the waist. The pencil skirt silhouette flares at the ankle into the asymmetric fin — unmistakably Ariel without the scales catching on carpet. Elastic shoulder straps adjust for comfort through a full school day or party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Week \u0026amp; Storybook Days\u003c\/strong\u003e: A natural pick for Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale or Disney's The Little Mermaid — perfect for underwater-themed Book Week parades or princess storybook character days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrincess Parties \u0026amp; Themed Events\u003c\/strong\u003e: Birthday parties, Disney princess dress-up days, mermaid-themed celebrations, or any occasion calling for under-the-sea magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalloween \u0026amp; Costume Play\u003c\/strong\u003e: Halloween trick-or-treating, casual dress-up at home, or kindy mermaid-themed photo days — the dress works for any excuse to be a princess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Wear It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with red ballet flats or comfortable sandals and a simple red headband or shell hair clip. Keep jewellery minimal — Ariel's look is all about the flowing hair and the dress, not extras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParent FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size should I order?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the size chart — S fits 3-5 years, M fits 6-8 years. If your child is between sizes or tall for their age, size up; the elastic straps adjust and the skirt length is forgiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can she move easily in the pencil skirt?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the skirt has enough give for walking and sitting. The fin hem is tulle, not restrictive fabric, so it doesn't trip her up. She won't be running obstacle courses, but she'll manage playground duty fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How do I wash this? Is the sequined panel delicate?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash in cold water or gentle machine cycle in a mesh bag, then air dry. The sequins are sewn on but treat them gently — no tumble dryer, no wringing out the bodice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this suitable for Book Week if she's reading the original fairy tale?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The Little Mermaid is a Hans Christian Andersen classic and a Disney princess staple — either angle works for Book Week. The dress clearly signals \"mermaid princess\" to teachers and classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash cold, air dry flat, no tumble dryer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubies","offers":[{"title":"3-5 Yrs","offer_id":52405473083666,"sku":"dp2725-S","price":44.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-8 Yrs","offer_id":52405473116434,"sku":"dp2725-M","price":44.7,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/8382\/6962\/files\/2725-5.jpg?v=1781871808","url":"https:\/\/kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au\/products\/kids-disney-ariel-costume-little-mermaid-princess-dress","provider":"Kids Book Week Costumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}