Photos in front of Castle?

[MicheleC]

Hello. I am looking to the experts here for some advice. We got to Disney every year, usually multiple times, but I have a unique situation this coming trip. We are taking a trip for my daughter's Sweet 16. Trying to stay at a Grand Villa, but that's another story! What I am wondering is if she can wear her princess ball gown that we purchased into MK to take pictures? I know they have photo shoots available at hotels, we had one at Poly many years ago, but I just wasn't sure if she can just walk into MK in her ballgown or if that would be a problem. Any help or advice would be great! Thank you!

 

[DISNEYSQUIRRELS]

I am not an expert, but I don't think they will allow this. I believe at age 14 & up Disney will not allow guests to dress in anything remotely close to what characters/princesses wear out of concern that other guests would become confused.

 

[Alesia]

If she looks anything at all like a character, they won't let her wear it.

 

[chartle]

anything remotely close to what characters/princesses wear

I think you have to semi close to a princess with hair, make up, the whole image but you never know until you get to the gate.

Look into Disney Bounding also I think i have read of people going to a park after say a Prom.

But OP though you didn't ask if you want professional photos in the park you need to use Disney Photographers.

ETA: I reread the OP and found the words "princess ball gown" so it sort of how close it matches any of the princesses.

 

[mom2rtk]

I think if it looks like she's just dressing up, she'll be fine. (with the caveat that professional photographers are not allowed).

If it looks like a costume, I think they will say no.

Is she wearing a big full skirt, like with a hoop skirt? If so, I'm guessing the answer will be no.

 

[MickeyWaffles]

You won’t know until you’re there (and it really depends on what the dress looks like - they won’t let anyone who could be confused for a character or princess in.)

Since there’s no sure way to know ahead of time, I would not even put her in that situation to avoid the embarassment and disappointment of being denied entry at the gate.

 

[seashell7290]

I’ve seen girls wearing ballgowns to the park. Yes they stick out and look ungodly hot but as long as the look isn’t an attempt at a costume it should be allowed.

 

[IrishNYC]

You can book a Fine Art Photography session with the Castle on certain days. They may allow the dress for that with the caveat that she must change after. The price is pretty reasonable, too.

 

[gap2368]

I have seen a number of woman ( in there 20s) in very very nice dresses some riding rides

 

[BriLovesDisney]

Anyone age +14 with clothing dragging on the ground or looking somewhat like a character won't be allowed in... you can get portraits done by Disney's photography.

 

[LadyNia]

I once saw a girl in her quinceanera dress at the parks. She was wearing a purple dress with lots of ruffles and her parents were taking pictures of her in it.
She did not resemble a Disney princess in the dress.

 

[MicheleC]

Thanks everyone for your replies. She definitely won't look like she's trying to be a princess. It's not a huge ballgown, has a tulle skirt and is very pale pink but I wouldn't say resembles a particular princess. I would pay for the photography package if I can, just wasn't sure if it was available to do at MK. Thanks again and Happy Holidays.

 

[CAS239]

I’ve seen girls wearing ballgowns to the park. Yes they stick out and look ungodly hot but as long as the look isn’t an attempt at a costume it should be allowed.

Let's keep it PG around here

Lol I'm kidding

 

[Robo]

Let's keep it PG around here

Lol I'm kidding

English (especially factoring in slang) is such an imprecise language.

 

[scrapquitler]

Here's the official policy. Guests over 14 may not wear costumes. I believe a princess ball gown is considered a costume.



Inappropriate Attire
Attire that is not appropriate for the parks—and which may result in refusal of admittance—includes but is not limited to:

• Costumes may not be worn by Guests 14 years of age or older; however, some costumes may be permitted during select special events, such as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Star Wars: Galactic Nights (special event costume guidelines apply)
• Masks may not be worn by Guests 14 years of age or older (unless they are for medical purposes); however, some masks may be permitted during select special events, such as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Star Wars: Galactic Nights (special event costume guidelines apply)
• Clothing with objectionable material, including obscene language or graphics
• Excessively torn clothing
• Clothing which, by nature, exposes excessive portions of the skin that may be viewed as inappropriate for a family environment
• Clothing with multiple layers are subject to search upon entry
• Objectionable tattoos