Ariel debuts new makeover at Akershus Royal Dining Hall at Epcot

Ariel has donned a new dress and hairstyle!! Below you will see a side by side comparison picture of Ariel's old and new looks. Notable changes include dress color, off the shoulder long sleeves,  less volume and fabric on the skirt, and lack of hair accessories. 

Ariel appears in human form at character dining and random appearances at Epcot.

Disneylanders can find Ariel's new look at Princess Fantasy Faire. 

Photo courtesy of @summerequitz 

Ariel's look inside her Grotto at Magic Kingdom has not changed.

New Fantasyland Dress Rehearsal October 12, 2012

The New Fantasyland Expansion opened October 12, 2012 for dress rehearsal. Enchanted Tales with Belle (previously reviewed), Gaston's Tavern, Bonjour gifts, Ariel's Grotto, and Under the Sea Journey of the Little Mermaid were all open. Here a few (and I mean a very few) pictures. I was caught off guard by this opening and did not have my usual camera with me. I intend to get better pictures soon.