Pocahontas Costume
Embrace the colors of the wind with this iconic Disney princess look.
Dressing as Disney's Pocahontas is a popular choice for fans of the classic 1995 animated musical. Her look is instantly recognizable, defined by a simple, nature-inspired aesthetic. The costume centers around a one-shoulder tan dress with fringe details and her signature bright blue necklace.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a Pocahontas costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Pocahontas costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
One-shoulder tan dress
A sleeveless, single-strap dress in a light tan or beige faux-suede fabric with a jagged, fringed hemline.
DIY: Cut the collar and one sleeve off an oversized tan t-shirt, then cut the bottom hem into vertical strips to create fringe.
Turquoise necklace
A thick, bright blue or turquoise collar-style necklace featuring a white leaf-shaped pendant hanging in the center.
DIY: Cut a collar shape out of blue craft foam or felt, and attach a small white felt leaf cutout to the center.
Woven belt
A thin, reddish-brown or dark brown woven belt worn around the waist.
DIY: Use a strip of brown braided yarn or a simple strip of brown fabric tied around the waist.
Red arm tattoo
A red, swirl-patterned band worn around the right bicep.
DIY: Draw the swirl pattern directly onto your right bicep using a red face paint crayon or red body marker.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Pocahontas costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the one-shoulder tan dress, ensuring the single strap sits on your right shoulder.
- 2
Fasten the thin brown woven belt around your waist to cinch the dress.
- 3
Apply the red swirl temporary tattoo or draw the pattern on your upper right arm.
- 4
Clasp the bright turquoise collar necklace around your neck, centering the white pendant.
- 5
Style your hair straight and free-flowing, or put on a long black wig.
- 6
Complete the look by going barefoot or wearing simple flat, tan sandals.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural with warm, earthy tones. Style your hair bone-straight, parted down the middle, letting it flow freely behind your shoulders.
Pocahontas for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with John Smith wearing a blue colonial-style doublet, grey pants, and black boots.
- group
- Add Meeko (a raccoon) and Flit (a hummingbird) plushies, or friends dressed as John Smith and Grandmother Willow.
- kids
- A comfortable, soft cotton version of the fringed tan dress with a felt necklace for safety.
- Plus size
- Look for a stretch-knit or faux-suede A-line dress with an elastic waist for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- A simple tan fringed bandana and a small blue collar.
Tips
- If you are walking outdoors, opt for simple, flat nude or tan sandals to protect your feet while keeping the barefoot look.
- Use fabric stiffener on the dress fringe to keep it from tangling or curling during your event.
- For outdoor photos, pose in a natural setting like a park, forest, or near water to capture the spirit of the film.
Did you know? The animators of the 1995 film based Pocahontas's fluid movements and long, wind-blown hair on real-life model and actress Irene Bedard, who also provided her speaking voice.