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The Disney Princesses Get A Modern Update In The Her Universe x Hot Topic Destination Disney Collection!

Her Universe and Hot Topic have done it again! Fans have been eagerly anticipating the Disney Princess-inspired collection designed by the 2017 winners of the Her Universe Fashion Show since it was announced earlier this year and now its here. It's called Destination Disney, and its inspired by six Disney heroines from classic Disney films: The Little Mermaid, Moana, Tangled, Aladdin, and The Princess and the Frog

The collection is a modern take on what some of our favorite princesses might look like, and it includes a little bit of everything - dresses, bottoms, tops, jeans, rompers, and even a hoodie. There are even matching accessories, bags, and a pair of sneakers. 

The Destination Disney collection takes it's inspiration from iconic Disney heroines. These heroines include: Ariel and Jasmine (designed by Grace Duval), Mulan and Moana (designed by Lindsay Orndorff), and Rapunzel and Tiana (designed by Rose Ivy). The collection includes a little bit of everything - dresses, tops, pants, a romper, a hoodie vest, and a skirt. There’s also matching accessories like jewelry, makeup, bags, and even a pair of Mulan MuShu sneakers!

The collection comes in regular and plus sizes, and with everything priced under $100 you aren't going to have to break the bank to get your Disney Princess style ON! The designs aren't just stylish and affordable, they also include hidden nods to each princess including a hidden quote from the princess herself. 

Keep going for a look at the Destination Disney Collection

Ariel - Designed by Grace Duval

The Little Mermaid ensemble includes a pair of dark green foil scale embellished skinnies ($49.90) and an old school brand patch on the back with one of Ariel's mantras: "Ready to stand." The purple smocked shell top ($32.90) needs to part of your world! It features an all-over seashell print. The Ariel ensemble also includes a Dinglehopper makeup set ($26.90).

Jasmine - Designed by Grace Duval

Princess Jasmine’s crop top ($32.90) will take you to a whole new world! It has an off the shoulder neckline and a tie front.  At the time of writing the high-waisted pants aren't available on line but they are sure to be added soon. Both pieces are pale blue and have an all-over “mandala inspired print that includes Aladdin iconography”, a magic lamp and the quote “be free.”  Of course, no trip to Agrabah would be complete without a magic carpet handbag. ($54.90).

Tiana - Designed by Rose Ivy

The Princess and the Frog cold shoulder romper ($49.90) is perfect "for an afternoon of goin' down the bayou!". The pale green romper has cold shoulder sleeves with ruffle detailing, a crossover v-front, and an allover sketch style floral design featuring water lilies, lily pads, Ray, and his love, Evangeline. It's got "Make it happen" embroidery on the back on the neck, and pockets!!! At the time of writing only the plus-size version of the romper is listed on Hot Topic's site, but the regular size is sure to be added soon. You can find the regular size right now at Her Universe

Rapunzel - Designed by Rose Ivy

This purple and pink ombré Tangled dress ($59.90) has “distressed golden foil inspired by the magical flower that gave Rapunzel her powers”. It's got a corset back, and a subtle floral border print with "live your dreams" worked into the design. No one wants to leave their tower without accessories. The Flynn crossbody bag ($39.90) is a soft faux leather satchel with an adjustable crossbody strap and a stitched patch design on the bottom right corner. Inside the flap closure it has a purple satin lining with an allow ever print of the Sun of Corona, two open pouch pockets and a zipper pocket. 

Moana - Designed by Lindsay Orndorff

You might not know where each day will take you, but you can always go in style. The Moana layered top ($32.90)  and border skirt ($36.90)  feature “a black print inspired by Moana’s ceremonial Chief clothing” and “a floral border print inspired by Moana’s journey.” The skirt also features the quote, “know who you are,” and pockets! You can take Hei Hei on your adventures just like Moana with this sky blue crossbody bag ($39.90). This bag is an online exclusive, and features the clueless chicken on the front. It's got a matching blue and chain crossbody strap and in interior zip pocket. Complete your Moana look with a matching necklace ($9.90) and earrings ($8.90). 

Mulan - Designed by Lindsay Orndorff

Kick butt and take names Mulan style in this hooded vest ($29.90) and joggers ($36.90). The black pants feature a gold foil hip hit, while the sleeveless, cropped hoodie features a zippered front, gold foil dragon chest hit, kangaroo pockets, black lining, and an interior hit of Mulan's sword. This ensemble also includes a Mulan sword necklace ($9.90) and MuShu Sneakers which aren't available at the time of writing but we expect they will be added in the upcoming days. 

The whole collection is available right now at Hot Topic.com , in stores, and at Her Universe

Which pieces are your favorites? Sound off in the comments below. 

All photos belong to and sourced from Hot Topic