Prince Eric Costume
Sail the high seas in Prince Eric's classic nautical look.
Prince Eric from Disney's The Little Mermaid is a beloved classic costume choice for Disney fans, cosplayers, and couples. His signature look is simple yet instantly recognizable, featuring a relaxed white shirt, blue trousers, and a vibrant red sash. It is a comfortable, timeless outfit that works perfectly for Halloween, Disney bounding, or group costumes.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Prince Eric costume
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White button-down shirt
A relaxed-fit white long-sleeve button-down shirt with the collar popped and sleeves rolled up to the elbows.
DIY: Use a plain white dress shirt you already own, leave the top few buttons undone, and roll up the sleeves.
Blue trousers
Royal blue or navy blue slim-fit trousers or chinos.
DIY: Any fitted blue pants, chinos, or even dark blue scrubs can work in a pinch.
Red waist sash
A wide, bright red fabric sash or cummerbund wrapped around the waist.
DIY: Cut a strip of red satin or cotton fabric, wrap it around your waist, and pin or tie it in the back.
Black tall boots
Knee-high black boots, or black boot covers worn over black dress shoes.
DIY: Wear tall black socks pulled over black slip-on shoes to mimic the look of tall boots.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the blue trousers and tuck in the white button-down shirt tightly.
- 2
Unbutton the top two or three buttons of the white shirt to create a relaxed, open-collar V-neck look.
- 3
Roll the shirt sleeves up neatly to just below your elbows.
- 4
Wrap the wide red sash around your waist, covering the waistband of the trousers, and secure it firmly.
- 5
Pull on the knee-high black boots over the bottom of the trousers.
- 6
Style your hair into Eric's signature swept-back, parted look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair with a side part, brushing it back and slightly up with pomade or gel to get Prince Eric's thick, windswept black hair. Keep makeup minimal and natural.
Prince Eric for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Ariel in either her green mermaid tail look or her blue town dress.
- group
- Combine with Ariel, King Triton, Ursula, and Sebastian for a full Little Mermaid group.
- kids
- Use a soft white t-shirt, blue sweatpants, a red felt sash, and black socks for a comfortable kids' version.
- Plus size
- Choose a relaxed-fit linen shirt and stretch-waist blue chinos for maximum comfort.
- pet
- Dress a dog as Max, Eric's loyal Old English Sheepdog, to complete the theme.
Tips
- Keep the shirt collar popped slightly to capture that classic 1980s Disney prince silhouette.
- If you don't have tall boots, black rain boots or equestrian boots work perfectly.
- Iron the white shirt beforehand so the open collar looks crisp and clean in photos.
Prince Eric costume FAQ
- What pants does Prince Eric wear?
- Prince Eric wears slim-fitting royal blue trousers tucked into tall black boots.
- How do you make Prince Eric's red sash?
- You can easily make it by cutting a 6-foot strip of red fabric (like satin or broadcloth) about 8 to 10 inches wide, folding the edges, and wrapping it around your waist.
- Is Prince Eric an easy DIY costume?
- Yes, it is one of the easiest Disney costumes to put together using basic closet staples like a white button-down, blue pants, and a strip of red fabric.
Did you know? Prince Eric is one of the few Disney princes who doesn't actually sing in his original animated film, though he does play the flute.