What color is Merida's dress?

Merida's signature dress is a deep teal or forest green, made of a velvet-like fabric with cream or gold fabric peeking through slits at the elbows and shoulders.

How do I get Merida's signature curly hair?

If you don't have natural ginger curls, buy a long, voluminous orange wig with tight curls. Shake it upside down and use hairspray to add extra volume.

What props does Merida use?

Merida's primary prop is her wooden recurve bow and a quiver of arrows, reflecting her skills as an archer.

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Merida Costume

Embrace your wild side as Disney's brave Scottish princess.

Princess Merida of DunBroch from Disney/Pixar's Brave is a favorite for those who love independent, adventurous characters. Her look is defined by a deep teal medieval gown, a signature bow and arrow, and a mane of fiery orange curls. This guide helps you assemble her iconic Scottish highlands outfit easily.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $40–120

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Teal medieval gown
A long-sleeved, floor-length dress in deep teal velvet or heavy cotton, featuring gold or cream fabric accents at the elbows and neckline.
DIY: Modify a dark green maxi dress by sewing gold ribbon around the collar and elbows.
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Curly orange wig
A long, highly voluminous wig with tight, wild ginger-orange curls.
DIY: If you have long hair, use a small-barrel curling iron, brush out the curls for volume, and temporary orange hair spray.
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Toy bow and arrow set
A simple wooden-look toy recurve bow with a matching brown quiver and suction-cup arrows.
DIY: Cut a bow shape out of sturdy cardboard, paint it brown, and use a wooden dowel for the arrow.
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Brown boots
Simple, flat faux-leather boots in dark brown or tan.
DIY: Wear any comfortable brown closed-toe shoes or flats.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the teal medieval gown, adjusting the sleeves so the gold or cream trim sits properly at your elbows.
2
Prep your hair with a wig cap, then put on the curly orange wig, shaking it out to maximize its wild volume.
3
Strap the brown quiver over your shoulder so it rests comfortably on your back, and place the toy arrows inside.
4
Slip into your flat brown boots, ensuring they are comfortable for walking.
5
Hold the toy bow in one hand to complete the brave archer pose.

Makeup & hair

Keep makeup minimal and natural with a light touch of peach blush and optional faux freckles across the nose. For the hair, wear a highly voluminous, wild ginger wig with tight curls, or style your natural hair with a small-barrel curling iron and lots of hairspray.

Merida for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair with Queen Elinor in her human form or as a large black bear.
group: Group up with her three mischievous triplet brothers in their bear cub forms.
kids: A comfortable teal dress with gold glitter details and a lightweight plastic toy bow.
Plus size: Look for a velvet A-line medieval dress with lace-up corset detailing for an adjustable, comfortable fit.
pet: Dress a dog in a fuzzy black bear costume to represent one of the triplet cubs.

Tips

Use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers to fluff the wig; brushing it with a standard brush will cause too much frizz.
Opt for flat, comfortable boots since Merida is an active outdoorswoman.
Secure the quiver strap with a safety pin to keep it from sliding off your shoulder while walking.

Merida costume FAQ

What color is Merida's dress?: Merida's signature dress is a deep teal or forest green, made of a velvet-like fabric with cream or gold fabric peeking through slits at the elbows and shoulders.
How do I get Merida's signature curly hair?: If you don't have natural ginger curls, buy a long, voluminous orange wig with tight curls. Shake it upside down and use hairspray to add extra volume.
What props does Merida use?: Merida's primary prop is her wooden recurve bow and a quiver of arrows, reflecting her skills as an archer.

Did you know? Merida was added to the Disney Princess line-up in 2013, making her the eleventh member and the first one originating from a Pixar film.