The Secret Meaning of Elsa’s Outfit: a blog taking an in depth look at the iconic outfit worn by Queen Elsa in “Frozen” and what inspirations were drawn from.
The first image that comes to mind when I think of the movie Frozen is Elsa standing at the top of her castle, dressed in this stunning gown. Her costumes throughout the film are beautifully designed and perfectly capture her character (both as it is developing and when it is revealed near the end) but this ice dress is by far my favorite.
The inspiration for this dress came from many sources: Greek goddesses, Victorian designs, Elsa’s coronation gown… but most of all it was inspired by nature. The designers looked closely at the shape of icicles, the flow of windblown snow, and even the shimmering colors produced within a glacier. And I’m here to show you what they found and how those elements were incorporated into Elsa’s dress! You’ll be amazed once you notice them.
The Secret Meaning of Elsa’s Outfit
A blog taking an in depth look at the iconic outfit worn by Queen Elsa in “Frozen” and what inspirations were drawn from.
Inspiration from the Snow Queen
There are many subtle influences that went into designing Elsa’s now famous costume. One of my favorite influences comes from a painting by John Bauer, a Swedish painter known for his illustrations of trolls and other mythical creatures. The painting is a depiction of the Snow Queen, a character created by Hans Christian Anderson. The costume designers were inspired by the etherealness of this piece and wanted to capture that same magic with Elsa’s coronation dress. The blue color palette, the swirling snowflake motif on her bodice, and the sheer cape are all direct references to this painting.
This is a blog that takes an in depth look at the iconic outfit worn by Queen Elsa in “Frozen” and what inspirations were drawn from. The costume design is one of the most recognizable aspects of the film, and has been part of the success of “Frozen.” Elsa’s dress is not only inspired by traditional Norwegian designs, but also by modern fashion trends.
The first group of photos below are from the Costume Designers Guild Awards that took place in Beverly Hills on February 18th. The second group was taken at Disney Infinity 2.0 Premiere Event in Hollywood, California on Tuesday, August 19th.
Hello everyone! I’m sure you all remember the iconic outfit worn by Queen Elsa in Frozen. It is probably one of the most recognizable costumes in recent history. But what makes it so special? What inspirations were drawn from? Well, I did some digging and here’s what I found out!
The costume is a mix between Victorian and Regency styles with a modern flair. The bodice is quite simple, but the lace sleeves are reminiscent of Victorian style. The bustle skirt is also a Victorian trademark, as well as the off-the-shoulder look.
But where does the Regency come in? It’s subtle, but Elsa sports a “pelisse”, which is an overcoat that was popular during the Regency era (mostly worn by men).
And while it’s not Victorian or Regency, she also wears a simple tiara to top off her look – something we all know has become highly popular in our current age as well.
So as we can see, this costume can be seen as a blend of old and new ideas which lends to its success. We have seen these styles before and they’ve been updated for modern use which allows us to understand them and relate to them on a more personal level.
The Secret Meaning of Elsa’s Outfit
Elsa’s outfit is a very unique outfit. It is both a dress and over coat, which makes this outfit very versatile to her character. Not only does it perform well in all of the different activities she does in the movie, but it also has a hidden meaning to it.
The sleeves on the outfit are quite long, extending down to her knees. This signifies the restraint placed upon her as she grows up and goes through puberty. The fact that they are sheer and white also signify that she is still free spirited and pure, even though she is being restrained by society’s expectations.
The high collar signifies her shyness as she gets older, not wanting to show her face, but at the same time remaining beautiful and elegant as evidenced by the high collar and delicate lace detailing.
Overall, this outfit, while simple in design is actually very complex when you look at the details and understanding what they mean.
Elsa’s outfit is a show stopper. She wears a cape with a gold trim and an ornate brooch. The dress itself is made up of many layers, each one more beautiful than the last. But what makes this outfit so iconic? The answer lies in the details.
Some of you may be asking “Why does it matter what she wore?” Well, Elsa is a princess, and she is the queen of Arendelle. When we think about princesses, we often picture them wearing beautiful gowns and tiaras. Elsa was no different. Her costume was not just for show either; it also served as a way to express her power as queen and her unique magical abilities.
In this blog post I will discuss some of the inspirations behind Elsa’s costume by looking at its various elements: from the shape of her cape to the fabrics used in her dress. I also give my opinion on why these details are important!
Every costume tells a story. Unlike the mass-produced, store-bought costumes that many of us will wear this Halloween, each character’s costume in Disney’s Frozen was carefully designed with intention and purpose. From the style of Elsa’s coronation dress to the color of Anna’s winter cape, every detail tells a story about that character and their journey. Today I’ll be sharing an in-depth look at Queen Elsa’s iconic outfit, beginning with the scene where she first sings “Let it Go”, and the emotions that inspired it.