Discover 10 Disney+ movies where fashion takes center stage—from punk-inspired couture in Cruella to pop-princess makeovers in The Lizzie McGuire Movie. These stylish picks reflect fashion as identity, expression, and storytelling power.
From daring outfits to offbeat teen makeovers, Disney+ has something for all fashion lovers. The platform features a lively set of movies and shows where fashion is more than just costume, fashion becomes a character unto itself.
Whether punk-rock reinterpretation of a traditional bad guy or retro glance at early 2000s glam, these films deliver style as a potent tool of identity, defiance, and reinvention.
Here’s a list of 10 fashion-forward TV shows and movies on Disney+ that you absolutely cannot ignore.
No recent film has better encapsulated the spirit of haute couture rebellion than Cruella. Based in 1970s London, the backstory of Disney’s most notorious villain, Estella/Cruella de Vil, is not only a visual treat but a cinematic experience. Emma Stone gives a brazen performance, rivalled only by the gasp-inducing costume design by Jenny Beavan, which earned the film an Academy Award. The movie expertly interweaves revenge and self-discovery into a narrative sewn together with punk fashion, asymmetrical lines, and bold silhouettes. For those who care about fashion and anarchy, Cruella is a must-watch.
For fashion history buffs, Becoming Karl Lagerfeld is a dive into the life and drive of one of fashion’s most mysterious characters. Starring Daniel Brühl, the series follows Lagerfeld’s ascension in the 1970s and his competition with Yves Saint Laurent. It captures not only Lagerfeld’s ambition and vision, but the entire politics and aesthetic of French haute couture in the era. With impeccable production design and fashion reference from the archives, it’s a chic account of how legends are forged.
A new, gender-reversed retelling of the classic Cinderella tale, Sneakerella, replaces glass slippers with hard-to-find sneakers. Taking place in contemporary New York, the movie follows El, a young sneaker designer attempting to make a name for herself in the cutthroat business of streetwear. The movie is a tribute to urban style, self-expression, and the magic of believing in your imagination. It’s light, tuneful, and thoroughly embedded in the culture of young people today.
Before Meghan Markle, there was Mia Thermopolis. In The Princess Diaries, Anne Hathaway stars as a socially inept high school student who learns she’s the rightful heir to a European throne. Her makeover, both in self-esteem and style, is overseen by the one and only Julie Andrews. The makeover scenes in the film have become legendary, and its focus on poise, posture, and grace says everything about the role of fashion in creating public images.
Hilary Duff’s Lizzie McGuire embarks on a Roman adventure that sees her stepping into the shoes (and wardrobe) of an Italian pop star. The film offers a time capsule of early 2000s fashion, think butterfly clips, metallic fabrics, and platform sandals. But beyond the nostalgia, it captures the thrill of transformation and the confidence that comes from finding your style.
Not an original Disney release, Confessions of a Shopaholic introduces luxury fashion to the romantic comedy genre. Rebecca Bloomwood, played by Isla Fisher, is a journalist with a shopping addiction. Her transformation from compulsive consumerism to personal and financial improvement is paired with a procession of gorgeous designer clothing. It’s a love letter to fashion, and a warning about its influence.
Ashley Tisdale once again plays Sharpay Evans in this over-the-top spin-off of High School Musical. The movie is about Sharpay’s pursuit of fame in New York City and boasts a collection of dazzling, eye-popping outfits. It’s campy, bright, and unabashedly glamorous, ideal for those who confuse fashion with flair and drama.
Lindsay Lohan stars as Lola, a dramatic teen who views life as her stage. With everything from retro-inspired outfits to over-the-top accessories, her closet is a reflection of her confident personality. The movie showcases how fashion can be used as a means of storytelling and self-expression, particularly in adolescence.
Selena Gomez excels in this mistaken identity and European adventure story. When her character is confused with a British heiress, she finds herself amid high-end luxury and couture. The movie compares mundane fashion with high-end European sophistication, thus becoming a complete fashion fantasy.
This body-swapping comedy between Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan explores generational conflicts, including fashion. The juxtaposition of a teen who digs rock music and a conservative mom is set off through clothing, providing a funny and sincere take on fashion as a means of self-expression.
These Disney+ titles demonstrate fashion is not just clothes, its the stories, self, and occasionally defiance. From historical fashion to contemporary street style to teen glamour, there’s a tale to be told in fashion.
Disney+ is not simply a destination for fairy tales, it’s a catwalk for fashionable storytelling in all its fabulous forms.