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Disney movies have inspired countless fan costumes over the years. From themed parties to Halloween events to photo shoots and beyond, Disney films contain nearly 100 years of incredible characters that enthusiasts can try to emulate.
But for a pair of fans tasked with creating their own Disney looks for a birthday party, the costume alone wasn’t enough to capture the essence of a beloved classic. And so TikToker Marie Gomez Hom and her boyfriend recreated an entire scene from Disney’s The little Mermaid (1989).
The official synopsis for the Disney classic reads:
With unforgettable characters, thrilling adventures, Oscar®-winning music (1989: Best Score, Original Score and Best Score, Original Song, “Under The Sea”), The Little Mermaid is one of the most most famous of all. time. Venture under the sea where Ariel, a free-spirited mermaid princess, yearns to be a part of the human world. After bravely making a deal with Ursula, a devious sea witch, Ariel embarks on the adventure of a lifetime. With Flounder and Sebastian by her side, Ariel will need all her courage and determination to fix things in her two worlds.
As for the disguise, The Little Mermaid The lovers sought to replicate the film’s infamous “Kiss the Girl” scene, which fans likely remember from the film itself or the popular Walt Disney World attraction Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid.
Both visuals feature Prince Eric in his traditional white collared shirt and a two-legged Ariel in her blue dress and giant bow. The pair sit in a boat surrounded by a romantic mood created by land and sea creatures teaming up to encourage Eric to “kiss the girl.” The scene has been iconic since the film was released over 30 years ago.
For their replica, Marie Gomez Hom and her boyfriend made an entire ship right down to the spray-painted cardboard oars. They even included faux seaweed and light-up tulle to incorporate the ocean into their portable craft.
With the addition of string suspenders and the signature character appearance, the impressive “Kiss the Girl” re-enactment was complete.
Watch their TikTok video below to see the process for their Disney movie costume project. The video can also be viewed by clicking here.
I loved our costume for my Disney themed birthday 😭 #littlemermaid #kissthegirl #disney #diy #costumeideas
@ma.art.te I loved our costume for my Disney themed birthday 😭 #littlemermaid #kissthegirl #disney #diy #costumeideas
♬ Kiss the Girl – Brent Morgan
Learn more about Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid
Located in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom park, the official Disney ride description reads:
A shell full of songs
Revisit the classic “tail” of how one lucky little mermaid found true love…and legs.Your underwater adventure takes you beneath the waves on a cave tour filled with Ariel’s gadgets. Immersive special effects and hand-drawn animation sequences recreate every unforgettable scene. Watch Sebastian the Crab lead all the singing and dancing fish in the sea. Pass a spooky eel-infested lair, then cheer as Prince Eric kisses the girl.
Spot Ariel’s friends Flounder and Scuttle, her father King Triton and Ursula the Sea Witch, who stands 7.5 feet tall and 12 feet wide!
Emerge from the depths of the ocean in time to celebrate Ariel’s happily ever after in a spectacular fairy tale finale.
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