Disney princesses in the real world. What modern princesses look like
Drawing in my dreams a palace, dresses with crinolines and, of course, a prince. Having grown up, most people forget about their childhood dreams. But there are still quite a lot of states in the world with monarchical rule. And this means that modern princesses exist. The difference between the princesses from girls' dreams and their real prototypes today is quite large. Modern representatives of royal houses are educated and successful ladies who wear dresses with crinolines only for a wedding ceremony. Many of them are engaged in completely earthly professions and treat their title without aspiration. Moreover, modern princesses even choose their own life partners, which was simply unthinkable just 40-50 years ago.
So who are they, modern princesses? What do they look like and how do they live? Let's get to know them better.
Beatrice. Princess of Great Britain.
Beatrice of York is the daughter of Prince Andrew and granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II. The princess lives a busy life. She loves fashion shows, but rarely participates in official ceremonies. Beatrice starred in a movie. She played a cameo role in the film “Young Victoria”. The princess is known in the family as an exemplary and sympathetic granddaughter of the queen, who has not yet upset her crowned relative in any way.
Evgenia. Princess of Great Britain.
Unlike her older sister, Evgenia is called the “bad girl of the court.” Once she was even detained by the police for stealing... a bra. Evgenia is a favorite of the British paparazzi, who have repeatedly caught her smoking or visiting strip bars.
Victoria Bernadotte. Princess of Sweden.
Victoria is not just a princess, but an heir to the throne. Her father is King Charles XVI of Sweden. Victoria received an excellent education, interned at the UN, and worked at the embassy. In 2010, she married her sports coach. The marriage license was approved by the Swedish government, and the heiress did not lose her title, despite the obvious misalliance. In 2012, the princess gave birth to a daughter, who is now second in line of succession to the Swedish throne after Victoria herself.
Madeleine Bernadotte, Princess of Sweden.
Victoria's younger sister is recognized by journalists as one of the most beautiful representatives of European royal families. Madeleine was a professional equestrian and even won prizes in competitions. The princess’s personal life did not work out for a long time. The first engagement was called off without explanation. As a result, an American businessman became the princess's husband. Madeleine lives in New York, where she is actively involved in charity work.
Mary, Princess of Denmark.
Danish Princess Mary is living proof that fairy tales are possible in reality. Mary was born in Australia into the family of a mathematics professor. After receiving her education, Mary worked as a journalist. In 2000, Mary accidentally met the Danish Prince Frederik, heir to the throne, in a pub. In 2004, the couple got married. So, a simple Australian girl became a princess and future queen of Denmark.
Charlotte Casiraghi, Princess of Monaco.
Charlotte is the granddaughter of the famous Grace Kelly, from whom she inherited sophisticated beauty and impeccable taste. Charlotte worked as a model for a time, and then became seriously involved in journalism. She has a son from her common-law husband - even such a development is possible for princesses in the 21st century.
Letizia, Princess of Spain.
Journalist Letizia Rocasolano married Crown Prince Phillip of Spain in 2004 and became a real Spanish princess. In June 2014, following her husband's accession to the throne, Letizia changed her title and became queen. True, with the prefix “consort”.
Sirivannavari, Princess of Thailand.
The Thai princess runs a business and produces clothes under her own brand. Moreover, she is one of the richest girls in the world. Her fortune is estimated at $35 billion.
Sonam, Princess of Bhutan.
Another exotic crowned beauty is the Bhutanese princess Sonam. The royal daughter received an excellent education. She holds degrees from Stanford and Harvard Universities and majors in international relations and law.
They are so different and amazing, modern princesses. Each of them has its own story and each of them has a bright personality. The times when princesses were simply silent executors of their parents' will are a thing of the past. Modern heirs of kings and queens are bright and successful beauties who are able to control their own destinies.
Incredibly talented DeviantArt artist, Karen Graw aka Avalonis designed portraits of Disney princesses (and princes) - what would they look like if you met them on the street in real life? I always wanted to imagine what Belle, Pocahontas, Snow White would look like in real life... Get to know them - they would look something like this!
Created by Karen, these incredible portraits are taken from cutting many different sections of faces from different people to get precise look- the same as these characters demonstrate in cartoons. With the same skin tone, hair and eye color, general facial proportions.
Karen says she did a lot of manipulations and spent a long time perfecting each portrait until they looked realistic enough. If some of them don't look exactly like cartoon characters, it's no wonder: there are virtually no people whose proportions resemble those of Disney's faces. With Disney proportions in "human" form, the faces look funny, Karen simply brought them to a real appearance.
Recognizable? See for yourself! So:
Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, Mother Gothel, Tiana, Giselle, Jane, Tarzan, Cinderella.
Mulan, Alice, Jasmine, Aladdin, Meg, Hercules, Pocahontas, Snow White.
Charlotte, Esmeralda, Frollo, Quasimodo, Belle, Prince Adam (The Beast), Gaston, Jafar.
Aurora (Sleeping Beauty), Prince Philip, Maleficent, Cruella de Ville, Evil Queen, Ariel (the little mermaid), Prince Eric, Ursula.
As many as 32 portraits of Disney characters in human form!
There are many ways to look like a princess. You can imitate real princesses like Kate Middleton, Princess Diana or Grace Kelly, or you can dress like a Disney princess. It's not just about the clothes you wear. The princess has poise, grace and confidence!
Steps
Dress up like a real princess
- Don't rush to show off your charms. Princesses leave something to the imagination, so forget miniskirts and plunging necklines.
- A good choice would be lace, a robe dress, or a sailor collar. All these attributes build an image of elegance.
- Create harmony in your outfit. For example, you can wear a tighter top and a loose bottom, like a flowy skirt and a fitted bodice. Kate Middleton especially loves this option.
- For the ambitious princess, knee-length skirts instead of miniskirts are great. Skirts slightly above the knee are also suitable, especially for less formal events.
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Stick to solid colors. Patterns and emblems come and go out of style. You must ensure that your look looks put together and stylish at all times. A little pattern every now and then is fine, but unless it's a passing fashion statement, it will go out of use in a few months.
- If you still decide to choose a pattern, choose unusual ones. For example, think of Kate Middleton's blue patterned dress. It seemed to have white dots, but upon closer inspection it turned out that they were small birds.
- While you'll stick to neutrals and pastels (they create an elegant look), every now and then a wonderful exception is to introduce a jewel tones into your outfit. Think royal blue or vibrant scarlet.
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Emphasize one feature. This is a common fashion tip, but a girl who wants to dress like a princess should take note. The princess doesn't try to be the center of attention. Instead, she allows her outfits to subtly highlight her beauty and this in itself attracts attention.
- Try highlighting an unusual feature, such as your back. Princess Diana had a famous formal dress that was conservative in the front but open in the back.
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Master the art of restraint. The princess does not strive to be constantly paid attention to. She is often the center of attention, whether she wants it or not. Choose discreet and elegant clothes.
- A good choice is made-to-measure clothing. You want your clothes to fit you perfectly, so it's best to take them to a tailor to have them fit you perfectly. It won't cost you too much, especially if you only work on a few items of clothing.
- Kate Middleton has worn some gorgeous gray tailored dresses and it's a great look for any aspiring princess. While you may not be able to afford the designer versions she wears, you can find good quality dresses at department stores and thrift stores.
- One of Princess Diana's favorite dresses was an elegant and luxurious silk one-shoulder dress. Consider dresses like these when you're on the hunt for princess-inspired outfits.
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Wear an English suit. Again, fit is very important! You want your clothes to fit like a second skin. Costumes are an important part of the wardrobe of any modern princess. They make you look strong, professional and elegant. They formed a significant part of the wardrobe of Princess Diana, as well as Kate Middleton.
- Brown and gray suits are considered good choices. And don't forget that you're looking for a discreet and well-tailored suit.
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Casual clothing should also be classic. Since the princess is always the center of attention, she always needs to be put together and classic, even when it comes to everyday wear. If you want to look like a princess, you will also have to imitate their clothes for every day.
- Good look: jeans, boots (always a good fashion choice) and a nice sweater (neutral or royal shade). Always double check that your jeans fit you well (nothing is less elegant than jeans that are too tight or loose).
- Another good look based on Kate Middleton's wardrobe is a long-sleeve high-neck dress with a wide belt that accentuates the waist.
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Your appearance should be classic. Do natural makeup. Princesses tend to wear make-up that does not overload their face, rather highlights their best features, but does not go beyond what is reasonable. If you want to look like a princess, a natural look is the way to go.
- Don't forget about a good manicure. Don't follow the latest nail design trends. Dirty or uneven nails are a taboo.
- Wash your hair often and style your hair stylishly. You may not have Kate Middleton's luscious hair like a Disney princess, but you can cut and style your hair in a way that works best for your face and hair type.
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Use accessories in unusual ways. Accessories are a great way to express your individuality without going overboard or drawing too much attention to yourself. Princess Diana received particular fame for this.
- Wear the necklace like a crown. You may not have royal jewels like Princess Diana, but even a simple necklace can be worn as a crown (further showing that you're a princess at heart).
- You can also wear something like a pearl necklace backwards to highlight your back, especially if you're wearing a backless dress.
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Look back. Many princesses like to take inspiration from the past when creating their modern wardrobe. You can do it too.
- Edwardian fashion has a lot to offer in terms of cut and style.
- Try a high collar look inspired by Elizabethan fashion.
- Kate Middleton wears a lot of dresses that seem to be reminiscent of the 40s, so look to the 40s when choosing your princess outfit.
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Try different hats. Princesses and royals especially love to wear hats. Try on hats that highlight your features. You can find ones that are suitable for tea ceremonies, formal occasions and just for walking around the city.
- The traditional English wedding bonnet is especially suitable for formal occasions.
Dressing like a Disney princess
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Dress like a modern-day Disney princess. Disney princesses are popular these days, but emulating them in clothing can be challenging. Luckily, you can weave the style of modern Disney princesses into your look.
- When choosing an image to use, choose the right color scheme. For example, if you want to emulate Beauty (Beauty and the Beast) in her yellow ballgown, you can wear a 50s-style dress with gold earrings and a matching yellow headband and matching shoes.
- You can create a princess look with a more modern outfit. For example, pair a pair of green jeans with a purple top, fish-scale shoes and shell-shaped earrings and you've got your Ariel look.
- Here you can give free rein to your imagination and try different outfits, inspired by Disney princesses.
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Create a Disney princess costume. You can easily buy or make your own Disney princess costume. The latter is obviously more difficult, but can give amazing results. Again, it all depends on what kind of princess you want to be like. This is a good idea for Halloween and costume parties.
- To make a dress similar to Beauty's, you need a sewing machine and the right color material, but the result can be very nice.
- It's easier to make a Pocahontas outfit or an Ariel mermaid costume because they require less material.
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Make up like a Disney princess. Most Disney princesses wear subtle, natural makeup, with eye shadow and lipstick matched to their outfit.
- Eye shadows in golden champagne and peach tones are a great choice for creating a natural look.
- It is better to line your eyes with dark eyeliner (black or dark brown) and shade it depending on which princess you are imitating.
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Work on your hair like a Disney princess. Although your hair will never look like your favorite princess's, it is possible to give yourself a similar hairstyle. The hairstyle can be a great addition to a Disney princess costume or a modern princess look.
Developing the traits of a princess
- Walk straight with your shoulders back and chin up. Imagine that there is a cord stretched across the middle of your chest, which gently pulls up and prevents your back from bending.
- Make eye contact with people when you walk and smile. A princess should have a pleasant smile.
- If you don't feel confident, fake it. You can trick your brain and become confident by pretending that this is how you feel. Start small, like smiling at strangers, and work your way up.
Build your confidence. People are attracted to confidence and are attracted to princesses because of confidence. Kate Middleton is attractive for many reasons, and one of them is self-confidence. Emulate her confidence as well as her fashion.
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Work for the good. Many princesses, both past and present, have led social change and improvement in society. If you want to look like a princess, pay attention, this is an important component.
- Be like Princess Amira Al-Tawil of Saudi Arabia, who fights for equal rights for women and women's empowerment in the Arab world.
- Be like Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, who works to reduce poverty.
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Perfect your elegance. The princess has elegant manners and attire. The key to presenting yourself as a princess is to cultivate elegance within yourself. Grace Kelly was famous for her elegance, majestic bearing and peaceful personality.
- Work on your posture. Watch how you walk: don't strut like a supermodel or march like a man. Your posture must be perfect, you must walk and sit like a king.
- Never rush. You can move quickly without running or looking upset or out of breath. Don't slam doors, don't run, don't pound your feet on the floor, etc.
- Serenity is important. You can't let problems unsettle you or upset you. If you find yourself in a situation you weren't prepared for, take a few deep breaths and think before you act.
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Always be prepared. Part of developing serenity and elegance is being prepared for whatever may come your way. Even if you didn't expect something, it's important to be able to take everything calmly.
Try on a classic look. Many real princesses do not cover themselves from head to toe in tinsel, do not wear ball gowns and tiaras (except on special occasions). Nowadays, people associate princesses with elegance. Think of princesses like Grace Kelly, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton.
Beauties who served as prototypes for the beautiful Disney heroines. How to become a princess, at least in a cartoon?
ELENA AND THE BEAUTIFUL STRANGER
There is a charming addition to Walt Disney's royal family. The official list of princesses was joined by 16-year-old Elena - the first Latin American girl in this role. It is known about the new heroine that she lives in the enchanted fairy-tale kingdom of Avalor, inspired by the culture and folklore of South America. The show with her participation will appear in 2016, and she will voice the “confident and sensitive” charmer Aimee Carrero from the series “Young and Hungry”. Who does the burning brunette resemble: Jennifer Lopez, or maybe Selma Hayek? Which heroine would you like to be like?
SNOW WHITE AND MARGE BELCHER
The first Disney princess and the youngest of them all is 14-year-old Snow White. The great animator himself really wanted her to be blonde, but soon changed his mind. The living embodiment of the girlfriend of the seven dwarfs was the then famous dancer Marge Belcher, from whom the canonical brunette was copied. She also posed for the Blue Fairy in the cartoon "Pinocchio". But the princess’s voice was given by the young singer Adriana Caselotti. Despite the fact that her contract strictly prohibited her from singing in films or on the radio, the voice-over role became a triumph for her - her voice became one of the most recognizable in America in the 1940s.
The animated Snow White became so popular that she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and an Oscar. The organizers of the ceremony jokingly made one classic figurine for her, and seven small ones for the gnomes.
CINDERELLA AND HELEN STANLEY
After the absolute triumph of Snow White, Disney decided to continue the short-length animation line with beauties in the title role. The unshakable French classic of Charles Perrault came to the rescue. A patient and caring commoner, suffering from domestic violence, wins the prince's heart - the story promised millions for the enterprising animator!
Meanwhile, Cinderella still remains one of the oldest princesses in the Disney pantheon - she is 19 years old. Disney himself presented in this role Ingrid Bergman, but the model for the animators was actress Helen Stanley. Later, she also posed for the image of Anita - the mistress of 100 and 1 Dolmatians.
AURORA AND AUDREY HEPBURN
The 16-year-old sleeping beauty from the 1959 cartoon of the same name is the only daughter of King Stefan and Queen Leah, cursed at birth by the evil witch Maleficent. As a support for the animators, stylist Tom Oriva took the poses and figure of the beloved Audrey Hepburn. Disney decisively stated: all scenes in a cartoon involving human characters must first be performed by live actors, and the animators, looking at this theatrical show, must make sketches. In the original, Aurora was voiced by opera singer Maria Costa (according to Disney, her voice is “so warm that it breathes love”), and in the Russian dubbing, by Bolshoi Theater soloist Karina Serbina.
Ariel and Alyssa Milano
The red-haired little mermaid, “mothballed” at the age of 16, will turn 42 this year. By the way, according to Ariel’s horoscope, she is Libra (born October 8), and not Pisces, as one might think. The hair color of the beautiful amphibian caused a lot of controversy. The studio heads insisted that Ariel be blonde, the artists did not give up - the red contrasts better with the green tail and changes shades more effectively in water and on land.
The actress served as the prototype for the little mermaid Alyssa Milano, who just turned 16 the year the cartoon was created. To imitate the movement of Ariel’s voluminous hair underwater, the animators carefully studied footage of the first female astronaut, Sally Ride. And then they hired a model who floated in a transparent tank, and artists tried to copy the movements of her strands.
Belle and Julie Garland
Just like Cinderella, this 17-year-old provincial Frenchwoman did not receive her title by inheritance, but only after she married Prince Adam, freeing him from monstrous witchcraft. The artists literally copied the spectacular appearance of brown-haired Belle from actress Julie Garland - mother Liza Minnelli.
Jasmine and Jennifer Connelly
The first princess of non-European appearance became a role model for girls around the world. It is known that this pearl of the East is 16 years old and was born on September 23 in the family of the Sultan of the fictional Arab kingdom of Agrabah. According to animator Mark Henn, one day at Disneyland he saw an incredibly beautiful young visitor with long jet-black hair, whose appearance served as inspiration for the image of Jasmine. The second prototype model for the Arabian princess was, oddly enough, the actress Jennifer Connelly.
Mulan and Christina Aguilera
Chinese Mulan is also included among the official Disney princesses. Her story is based on a medieval Eastern poem about Hua Mulan, a woman who joins the army. The creation of the character began in 1994, after a group of artists traveled around the Middle Kingdom for three weeks for inspiration. However, reviews of the warlike princess were very mixed - the cartoon became the subject of criticism from feminists: “Why does everyone always strive to turn a brave and beautiful girl into a domestic creature? And in order to fight for your values, you must definitely pass on to a boy, otherwise you will not be taken seriously?” Mulan helped Christina Aguilera, who performed the song Reflection in the cartoon, to start a solo career. After the film was released, representatives of RCA Records urgently contacted the singer and signed a contract.
Pocahontas and Princess Matoaka
Another unconventional princess, far from the pampered ideals of the palace, is a strong and witty Indian woman, the daughter of a tribal leader. It was Pocahontas of 1995 who became the first of all Disney heroines to be of American origin. In addition, her story was based on a true fact from the history of the state of Virginia, and her appearance is quite consistent with the appearance of a real girl - Princess Matoaka.
Tiana and Jennifer Hudson
Another beautiful and politically correct gesture on the part of the studio is the heroine of the cartoon "The Princess and the Frog" - African-American Tiana. This modern Cinderella does not sweep floors in the house of an evil stepmother, but works as a waitress in New Orleans until she marries Prince Naveen, puts on the crown, and with it the role of a businesswoman, and opens her own restaurant. Behind Tiana's appearance is an actress Jennifer Hudson, and behind the voice is singer Anix Noni Rose.
Rapunzel and Taylor Swift
One of the last to try on the crown under the Walt Disney Pictures brand was 18-year-old Rapunzel. The princess of the pop scene served as a living model for this heroine. Taylor Swift. Oh, that hair! It is known that the length of her magical golden hairstyle was 21 meters, with more than 100,000 individual curls. No one in the history of animation had ever drawn so much hair before. To reliably reproduce this luxury, the film crew animated 147 women with hair of different textures, from which the desired volume of strands was ultimately obtained. The work on Rapunzel's hair was so painstaking that one of the computer engineers, after the launch of the film, defended her dissertation on hair animation.
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A charming addition. The official list of princesses was joined by 16-year-old Elena - the first Latin American girl in this role. It is known about the new heroine that she lives in the enchanted fairy-tale kingdom of Avalor, inspired by the culture and folklore of South America. The show with her participation will appear in 2016, and she will voice the “confident and sensitive” charmer Aimee Carrero from the series “Young and Hungry”. Who does the burning brunette resemble: Jennifer Lopez, or maybe Selma Hayek? Which heroine would you like to be like?
Snow White and Marge Belcher
The first Disney princess and the youngest of them all is 14-year-old Snow White. The great animator himself really wanted her to be blonde, but soon changed his mind. The living embodiment of the girlfriend of the seven dwarfs was the then famous dancer Marge Belcher, from whom the canonical brunette was copied. She also posed for the Blue Fairy in the cartoon "Pinocchio". But the princess’s voice was given by the young singer Adriana Caselotti. Despite the fact that her contract strictly prohibited her from singing in films or on the radio, the voice-over role became a triumph for her - her voice became one of the most recognizable in America in the 1940s. The animated Snow White became so popular that she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and an Oscar. The organizers of the ceremony jokingly made one classic figurine for her, and seven small ones for the gnomes.
Cinderella and Helen Stanley
After the absolute triumph of Snow White, Disney decided to continue the short-length animation line with beauties in the title role. The unshakable French classic of Charles Perrault came to the rescue. A patient and caring commoner, suffering from domestic violence, wins the prince's heart - the story promised millions for the enterprising animator! Meanwhile, Cinderella still remains one of the oldest princesses in the Disney pantheon - she is 19 years old. Disney himself presented in this role Ingrid Bergman, but the model for the animators was actress Helen Stanley. Later, she also posed for the image of Anita - the mistress of 100 and 1 Dolmatians.
Aurora and Audrey Hepburn
The 16-year-old sleeping beauty from the 1959 cartoon of the same name is the only daughter of King Stefan and Queen Leah, cursed at birth by the evil witch Maleficent. As a support for the animators, stylist Tom Oriva took the poses and figure of the beloved Audrey Hepburn. Disney decisively stated: all scenes in a cartoon involving human characters must first be performed by live actors, and the animators, looking at this theatrical show, must make sketches. In the original, Aurora was voiced by opera singer Maria Costa (according to Disney, her voice is “so warm that it breathes love”), and in the Russian dubbing, by Bolshoi Theater soloist Karina Serbina.
Ariel and Alyssa Milano
The red-haired little mermaid, “mothballed” at the age of 16, will turn 42 this year. By the way, according to Ariel’s horoscope, she is Libra (born October 8), and not Pisces, as one might think. The hair color of the beautiful amphibian caused quite a bit of controversy. The studio heads insisted that Ariel be blonde, the artists did not give up - the red contrasts better with the green tail and changes shades more effectively in water and on land. The actress served as the prototype for the little mermaid Alyssa Milano, who just turned 16 the year the cartoon was created. To imitate the movement of Ariel’s voluminous hair underwater, the animators carefully studied footage of the first female astronaut, Sally Ride. And then they hired a model who floated in a transparent tank, and artists tried to copy the movements of her strands.
Belle and Julie Garland
Just like Cinderella, this 17-year-old provincial Frenchwoman did not receive her title by inheritance, but only after she married Prince Adam, freeing him from monstrous witchcraft. The artists literally copied the spectacular appearance of brown-haired Belle from actress Julie Garland - mother Liza Minnelli.
Jasmine and Jennifer Connelly
The first princess of non-European appearance became a role model for girls around the world. It is known that this pearl of the East is 16 years old and was born on September 23 in the family of the Sultan of the fictional Arab kingdom of Agrabah. According to animator Mark Henn, one day at Disneyland he saw an incredibly beautiful young visitor with long jet-black hair, whose appearance served as inspiration for the image of Jasmine. The second prototype model for the Arabian princess was, oddly enough, the actress Jennifer Connelly .
Mulan and Christina Aguilera
Among the official Disney princesses is the Chinese Mulan. Her story is based on a medieval Eastern poem about Hua Mulan, a woman who joins the army. The creation of the character began in 1994, after a group of artists traveled around the Middle Kingdom for three weeks for inspiration. However, reviews of the warlike princess were very mixed - the cartoon became the subject of criticism from feminists: “Why does everyone always strive to turn a brave and beautiful girl into a domestic creature? And in order to fight for your values, you must definitely be transferred to a boy, otherwise they won’t take you seriously?” Mulan helped Christina Aguilera, who performed the song Reflection in the cartoon, to start a solo career. After the film was released, representatives of RCA Records urgently contacted the singer and signed a contract.
Pocahontas and Princess Matoaka
Another beautiful and politically correct gesture on the part of the studio is the heroine of the cartoon “The Princess and the Frog”, African-American Tiana. This modern Cinderella does not sweep floors in the house of an evil stepmother, but works as a waitress in New Orleans until she marries Prince Naveen, puts on the crown, and with it the role of a businesswoman, and opens her own restaurant. Behind Tiana's appearance is an actress Jennifer Hudson, and behind the voice is singer Anix Noni Rose.
Rapunzel and Taylor Swift
One of the last to try on the crown under the Walt Disney Pictures brand was 18-year-old Rapunzel. The princess of the pop scene served as a living model for this heroine. Taylor Swift. Oh, that hair! It is known that the length of her magical golden hairstyle was 21 meters, with more than 100,000 individual curls. No one in the history of animation had ever drawn so much hair before. To reliably reproduce this luxury, the film crew animated 147 women with hair of different textures, from which the desired volume of strands was ultimately obtained. The work on Rapunzel's hair was so painstaking that one of the computer engineers, after the launch of the film, defended her dissertation on hair animation.