“Aladdin”: Modern Costumes for a New Era
\In the live-action adaptation of Disney’s “Aladdin,” viewers saw updated costumes for Princess Jasmine and Aladdin, portrayed by Naomi Scott and Mena Massoud, respectively. While the animated classic featured iconic attire, the film’s producers chose to modernize the characters’ outfits for the new rendition. Notably, Scott’s Jasmine traded her turquoise crop top and harem pants for a flesh-colored bodice and flowing pants adorned with intricate embroidery featuring crystals and peacock feathers.
Producer Dan Lin explained the decision to update the costumes, citing the desire to modernize the film for contemporary audiences. With the original animated movie released in 1992, the producers aimed to ensure that the costumes were suitable for today’s families, prioritizing a fresh and culturally relevant interpretation of the beloved characters’ attire.
