Viral Sleeping Beauty Gown at Disneyland Raises Costume Policy Questions
Disney has not explained how the oversized dress cleared security despite rules against ground-dragging costumes.
Overview
- A TikTok by user @oscarram79 from the Oogie Boogie Bash shows an adult guest in a large hoop-skirt Sleeping Beauty gown that quickly drew wide attention online.
- Viewers criticized the dress for occupying significant bench space and questioned practicality, including mobility and restroom use, in crowded event areas.
- Disneyland’s published guidance states that costumes may not reach or drag on the ground, citing full-length princess dresses as an example.
- Coverage notes that Disney has issued no public comment on the security screening in this instance or on any enforcement decision.
- The incident has fueled discussion about balancing elaborate fan cosplay with safety, space concerns, and consistent rule enforcement at high-traffic ticketed events.