Carbon Costume Cartoons
Wedding Princess Tiana
Princess Tiana (Anika Noni Rose) is the protagonist of the Disney animated movie, The Princess and the Frog. She works as a waitress with big dreams of opening her own restaurant to serve her homemade beignets and gumbo. She meets Prince Naveen as a frog, and when she kisses him, she turns into a frog as well! Together they journey off to find a solution while falling in love along the way. After outsmarting Dr. Facilier, they marry and become human again, for they realize they are what each other needed to become their best selves. Tiana makes history as the first Black Disney princess, and her story will continue in an upcoming self-titled Disney+ series. Her wedding dress is inspired by the bayou with its green color palette and lilypad elements.
Iris from LoliRock
Iris is the main character of the French cartoon, LoliRock. She is the Princess of Ephedia, who fights for justice and peace. She possesses magical crystal powers that are activated by casting spells. Her friends are Talia and Auriana. This costume guide features her regular look. In her princess form, she has pink hair, and in her evil form, she has purple hair. Use the purple ribbon to decorate the ruffles at the bottom of the dress.
Ringo Starr from Yellow Submarine
Ringo Starr is the drummer of The Beatles. His real name is Richard Starkey, though he’s called Ringo for the many rings he wears on his fingers. His band members include Paul, John, and George. In 1968, they starred in the animated movie, Yellow Submarine. The plot revolves around the Fab Four defeating the Blue Meanies, and of course, riding in a yellow submarine. The aesthetic is very colorful and trippy. The band released an album under the same name featuring the songs in the movie. Use the fabric paint for the lines down the pants.
Praxina from LoliRock
Praxia is an antagonist in the French cartoon, LoliRock. She is the twin sister of Mephisto. Together, they serve Gramorr, the grand wizard of Chaos and main villain of the show. Her enemies are the princesses. Her outfit is quite complicated, and if you’re seeking an exact match, it would be best to get this commissioned. Therefore, this costume guide focuses on basic pieces that can be combined to emulate her style.
Ballgown Belle
Belle is a main character in the 1991 Disney animated classic, Beauty and the Beast. She lives in France with her father and town inventor, Maurice. Although he can be eccentric, she loves him very much. Belle is somewhat of an outcast herself in the quiet village, as she is a headstrong girl who’s always seen reading a book. Gaston tries to woo her, but she rejects his shallow and arrogant advances. Upon taking her father’s place as captive, Belle learns to love the Beast, and they both realize beauty comes from within. This is the dress she wears when dancing with the Beast to the title song, sung by Mrs. Potts.
Lola from South Park
Lola (voiced by April Stewart) is a fourth-grader at South Park Elementary on the animated series South Park. She is considered part of the popular girls’ clique along with Bebe Stevens, Heidi Turner, and Red McArthur. Lola is typically seen wearing a green sweater. A dark blue headband accessorizes her long brown hair, worn with bangs and a side part. She wears either grey or navy pants.
Drizella & Anastasia Tremaine
Drizella and Anastasia Tremaine are the antagonists of Cinderell . The two sisters take delight in teasing and bossing around their stepsister, Cinderella, encouraged by their wicked mother, Lady Tremaine. They attend the ball in hopes to woo Prince Charming, but their obnoxious attitudes and constant bickering make them unattractive.
Lila Rossi from Miraculous Ladybug
Lila Rossi (voiced by Lisa Kay Jennings) is an antagonist on the animated show Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir.  Lila is originally from Italy and inserts herself as a romantic rival to Marinette Dupain-Cheng as they both vie for the affection of Adrien Agreste. Lila also serves as the villain Volpina. Lila’s civilian clothes consist of a blue romper layered under a red jacket and over grey tights. Her auburn hair turns darker when she undertakes the form of Volpina. If you choose to don her villain alter-ego, it may take some searching to find the costume in the right size as it’s more readily available for children than adults.
Asuna from Sword Art Online
Asuna Yuuki is a character in the anime Sword Art Online. Her player name in the video game is just Asuna. She is the female lead as well as the love interest of Kirito. Asuna is a skilled player in the game, earning her the nickname Lightning Flash.
Bebe Stevens from South Park
Bebe Stevens (voiced by Jennifer Howell) is a student at South Park Elementary School on the animated series South Park.  Bebe is a popular girl, often seen with friends including Lola, Heidi Turner, and Red McArthur. Bebe was the first girl in her grade to develop breasts, which was the basis for an episode in season six. Bebe has frizzy blond hair and wears a red coat with dark green pants.
