Random Disney Fashion Fad That You Need To Know About (12 items)

(#9) What About Weird Monster-Like Characters?

Weird creatures, even cars, can definitely inspire outfits.

Just about every character has been Disneybounded at this point. Just look at this awesome Ursula DB.
(#7) You Can Find Tips Everywhere

Want to get into the fad but can't figure out where to start?

Just search for Disneybound YouTube videos and you'll have no end of advice.
(#10) There Are Contests

Disneybounders can win prizes!

Pinup Girl Clothing is not the only place to find contests - Leslie Kay holds her own through DisneyBound.
(#2) The Disneybounding Creator Didn't Initially Intend To Blog About Disney Costumes

Leslie Kay, the woman behind the DisneyBound Tumblr, coined the term in 2011. Originally, though, she was only interested in creating a Disney fan blog.

She wanted to document her first trip to the park since her youth. However, the costumes Kay designed became really popular, and she was inspired to focus on Disney-allowed cosplay.
(#3) The Idea Was A Way To Work Around Disney Park Rules

Disney Parks have a rule against visitors dressing as Disney characters for pretty obvious reasons. Leslie's love of Disney inspired her to search for a workaround. And so, Disneybounding was born!

Leslie created her own outfits inspired by Disney characters through accessorizing and color blocking.
(#6) It's Easier Than It Sounds

You don't need ball gowns with poofy shoulder floofs to DB. In fact, you can Disneybound right out of your closet.

The essence of Disneybounding is capturing the look of a Disney character, specifically their color scheme. So, if you want to be Ariel, just go purple for your top and sea green down below.