Mermaid Costumes

    • A mermaid is a mythological creature with a woman's head and upper body and a fish's tailEncyclopedia Mythica: Mermaid
    • According to myth, Mermaids lured sailors into a watery grave with their hypnotic singingEncyclopedia Mythica: Mermaid
    • The word mermaid is a compound of mere, the Old English word for sea, and maid
    • Ariel was the animated mermaid character in Disney's The Little MermaidDisney Archives: Ariel, The Little Mermaid
    • Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale of The Little Mermaid was originally published in 1836 Gilead.org: The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen
  • Although tales of mermaids have existed in legend for thousands of years, the mermaid regained popularity with the 1989 release of Disney's film, The Little Mermaid.
  • Costume Tips

    The defining item in a mermaid costume is a stylized fish tail, which can be purchased or made at home. Mermaid costumes also often include a seashell bra and long, flowing hair (natural or wig). Accessories and embellishments include marine-themed jewelery and accents such as pearls, seashells and starfish.

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