23 Ways to Repurpose an Old Princess Dress Into a Fresh Halloween Costume

With the addition of a belt and some fun decals, you can make any frock into a cool sock hop dress.

Add a special headpiece or trim to your little one's favorite gown to transform her into Sofia the First.

A sweet apron and a head of curls are all this Goldilocks look needs.

To create your own take on The Little Mermaid, simply add two seashells to a colorblock gown.

Turn your princess dress into a gown worthy of Cinderella by enhancing it with some butterflies or animal friends.

Any dress is worthy of a fairy pixie princess as long as you have wings and a wand to complete the ensemble.

Little Miss Muffet looks adorable in her pretty dress and matching apron.

Even if you aren't into the Little Ghostbuster idea, get inspired to add a special decal to the dress.

Whether you DIY or add gold accessories to your daughter's old dress-up look, you can easily make a Cleopatra-inspired costume.

With just a set of dragonfly wings, your child's costume can go from boring to brilliant.

Who would've thought that a princess dress paired with ears could make an adorable Cheshire Cat?

You'll love how easy this princess ballerina costume is just as much as your little one will love twirling with her sparkling accessories.

The more feathers you add the better when it comes to turning an old dress into the ultimate Swan Princess.

Give Doc McStuffins a feminine look by pairing a white coat and stethoscope over a purple gown.

Get in on the spooky fun and give your little one's innocent dress new life as a zombie princess.

DIY a sash for a cost-effective prom queen or pageant winner costume.

With angelic wings and a heavenly headpiece, it's easy to let your kiddo shine as the angel you already know they are.

Whether your little one has already been a flower girl and absolutely loved it or has always wanted to take that walk down the aisle, this is the perfect idea. Plus, that basket is ideal for collecting candy!

Take advantage of that pink dress you already have to create a Glinda the Good Witch costume.