Carbon Costume

Erika is one of the two main characters in the 2004 animated Barbie movie, Barbie as the Princess and the Pauper. Both roles are played by Barbie. Erika is the “pauper” character in contrast to Princess Anneliese. Although she works to pay off her parents’ debt at the dress supplier for the palace, Erika dreams of becoming a singer and traveling the world. Upon a chance meeting, Anneliese and Erika learn that they are identical, and impersonate each other to fulfill their wishes. After falling in love and marrying King Dominick, she becomes Queen Erika.

Sammi Sweetheart, whose real name is Samantha Giancola, is a reality TV star and personality. She appeared in the MTV reality series Jersey Shore in 2009 as one of the eight original cast members. During that time, she dated fellow cast member, Ronnie Ortiz-Magro.

Lizzy is the protagonist in the film Showing Up, and is played by Michelle Williams. Lizzy is an introverted art student and a sculptor who is preparing for her exhibition as she struggles with finding balance with her creative work and everyday struggles, and the unexpected friend she finds in a pigeon she nurses back to health.

Lizzy’s costumes match her personality perfectly and are just like those of an art student. They feature very soft and muted colors, like her look with her canvas apron, blue shirt and khaki skirt. For her exhibition she dresses up more with a brown skirt and printed blouse. If you’re wearing this as a costume, taking a pigeon stuffed animal or prop and carrying it in a box could be a fun addition.

In the new American Horror Story: Season 12, Delicate, Emma Robert’s plays an actress named Anna Alcott. This season is a psychological thriller and an adaptation of a novel called Delicate Condition by Danielle Valentines. Anna in this story is trying to become a mother while facing someone she believes is trying to stop her.

Anna Alcott wears a number of looks, all of which are sleek and put together with lots of comfortable pieces and coats, paired with dressier pieces. For one look we see on the cover wear a gray sweater maxi dress and pair it with a black dress/ waist belt. Another is one of her suit looks, this one consisting of modern and trendy shapes with the oversized brown blazer and loose-fitting brown pants. Lastly, a look with a pop of color is this one with a bright pink beanie, gray coat that ties at the waist, and black platform boots.

Nora is a character from the romance-drama film Past Lives, and is played by Greta Lee. Past Lives follows two childhood friends named Hae Sung and Nora who were separated when Nora’s family emigrated from South Korea. For a week they are reunited as they contemplate what life could’ve been if different choices were made.

The costumes in this film are simple ones but intentional. To dress like Nora Lee, wear a white button down shirt, wide leg khaki pants, white running shoes, and a black bag. Another look is a navy blue printed blouse.

Regina George is the main antagonist of Mean Girls. As the most popular girl in school, Regina reigns supreme as the leader of the Plastics. She wrote the Burn Book, a journal of snide comments and secrets about fellow classmates. She invites Cady to join the Plastics, and at first she seems nice. Yet she reveals herself as evil and manipulative when she gets back with Aaron Samuels – who she knows Cady was crushing on. This sets the wheels in motion for revenge against Regina. Renee Rapp will portray Regina in the 2024 remake, based on the original movie and Brodway musical of the same name with a Gen Z twist. Renee Rapp previously portrayed Regina on Broadway in 2019.

Asha (voiced by Ariana DeBose) is the main character of the Disney animated feature Wish.  Asha is from the kingdom of Rosas.  A wish she makes pulls a star from the sky.  Asha has long braided hair which she parts to one side and prominent freckles across her nose and cheeks.  She wears a purple-themed costume with reddish accents.  You can find costume sets for Asha, or you can create your own.  If you choose to build your own, you’ll need a patterned skirt and shimmery sheer shirt layered under a dusty purple dress.  Knot the dress at your right thigh to reveal the hem of the underskirt.  For accessories, you’ll need a beaded necklace you can loop twice, two anklets to wear on your left leg, drop earrings, and a woven belt.  Whether you build your own or buy a set, finish the costume with dark purple flats and a star plush that glows.

Morag (voiced by Michelle Gomez) is the main antagonist of The Loud House Movie.  She is the caretaker of Loud Castle where Angus is the groundskeeper when the Loud family visits.  She does not appreciate their antics, and becomes even more upset when Lincoln becomes Duke of Loch Loud.  Morag wears a blue dress with a white lace neckline, a drab green jacket, fishnets, and burgundy boots.  Her hair is brown with grey streaks and worn in a large bun.  You can style a ponytail wig and use grey hair mascara to create streaks in it.  You can also use a bustle to make your backside appear fuller, as Morag’s does in the movie.