Pocahonta History & Costumes

The daughter of Iroquois Chief Powhatan, Pocahontas was a brave young woman who saved the life of English explorer John Smith. Before she became a disney princess, however, with her own animated, feature-length film, the real Pocohontas ended up marrying another English settler, John Rolfe and eventually moved to England.

Whether you're looking to emulate the singing native american princess of the disney film, or a more authentic version of Pocohontas, there are several costumes available in women's and little girls' sizes to suit your costuming needs. The officially licensed disney Pocahontas' child's costume comes with a cute, yellow-tan fringed dress trimmed in blue with Pocahontas' picture on the turquoise sash. Also included is a feathered headdress, fringed anklets, and a necklace.

A more adult version of the Pocahontas look comes with a short, sassy dark brown dress with spaghetti straps and tons of fringe. Tying the whole ensemble together is a silver conch-trimmed belt. Further accessorize your indian princess look with some fun accessories, sold separately, like an indian choker, moccasins, or fringe-trimmed suede boots. Try on a wig with long, black locks or a braided 'do.