Instagram Model Hamel Patel Shows Us What Disney Princesses Would Look Like If They Were Indian And Let's Just Say It's Perfection
So much color.
Disney Princess reimaginings are always fun, but Hamel Patel took the idea to a whole new level with a tribute that feels both glamorous and personal.
The Instagram model and artist recreated eight classic princess looks with Indian-inspired details, from rich colors and ornate jewelry to makeup that makes each character feel fresh again. Her project stands out because it blends nostalgia with heritage in a way that is hard to ignore.
She said the series was inspired by wanting a princess she could relate to, and the result is a desi twist on the characters many people grew up watching.
The gorgeous Hamel Patel herself.
hamelpatel_Hamel's take on Ariel is instantly eye-catching.
Ariel: GENIUS FORK USAGE!
hamelpatel_Snow White: That red lipstick is gorgeous!
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Cinderella: Baby blue is really her color.
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The color palette only gets bolder from here.
It also reminds me of the costume restrictions when Danielle Fishel couldn’t show her arms.
Princess Aurora: That pink!
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Jasmine: *heart eyes*
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Pocahontas: #hairgoals
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Mulan: I continue to be impressed!
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Belle's look brings the whole series home.
Belle: Okay, yellow is her color.
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What a stunning way to reimagine a childhood favorite.
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