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Fashion Inspiration: Walt Disney’s The Nightmare Before Christmas – Part 2

Last Updated on January 31, 2019 by Calli - LSU
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Nightmare Before Christmas

Since Halloween is quickly approaching, I knew that now would be the perfect time to cover fashion inspired by my favorite seasonal movie, Walt Disney and Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. I’m thrilled that you guys enjoyed the Nightmare Before Christmas Part 1, and I hope you are equally as inspired by Part 2!

Like the previous articles in this series, the purpose of this article is to use childhood films as inspiration for outfits that you can actually pull off as a college student. All it takes is a little creativity!

For more Disney-inspired looks, check out our past articles on Walt Disney’s Snow White, Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty, Walt Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Walt Disney’s Cinderella, Walt Disney’s Princess Jasmine, Walt Disney’s Princess Tiana, Walt Disney’s Pocahontas, Belle from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jane Porter from Disney’s Tarzan, Megara from Disney’s Hercules, Emeralda from Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Walt Disney’s Mulan, and Walt Disney’s The Lion King.

About The Nightmare Before Christmas

In case you’re not familiar with the film, you might want to get acquainted before reading on so the looks below will make sense to you. For a full plot summary of The Nightmare Before Christmas, see my first post on Nightmare Before Christmas fashion!

This Is Halloween

This Is Halloween

The movie begins with the inhabitants of Halloween Town celebrating their favorite holiday while singing “This Is Halloween.” Since the whole song is about the spooky holiday, I drew inspiration from Halloween colors as well as spooky details like the black cat earrings.

This Is Halloween Outfit

Earrings- Betsey Johnson,  Shoes- Guess,  Tunic- Buckle,  Leggings- Forever 21,  Jacket- Debenham’s,  Clutch- Boo Hoo

Town Meeting

Town Meeting

When Jack returns from his trip to Christmas Town, he calls a Town Meeting to explain what he has learned about the wonderful holiday of Christmas. With this scene as inspiration, I made an outfit that consists of a black and white striped dress, similar to Jack’s suit, and accessories that draw from the colors of Christmas trees, presents, and the snowy sky.

Town Meeting Outfit

Jacket- Amazon,  Shoes- Payless,  Dress- Modcloth, Scarf- Modcloth,  Clutch- Perfect Handbags

Poor Jack

Poor Jack

Poor Jack tried to give Santa Claus a break by taking over his Christmas duties, but Christmas Town thought Jack was an impostor and shot down his sleigh.  Jack remained optimistic by realizing that he tried his very best, but he just wasn’t Santa Claus – he was the Pumpkin King after all.

Since Jack’s Santa suit was ripped to reveal his Pumpkin King outfit underneath, I channeled that look in this outfit. Below, I used mostly red and black colors, as well as a bit of white since Jack landed in the snow. The skirt is layered, which mimics the look of Jack’s frayed suit.

Poor Jack Outfit

Cardigan- Yes Style,  Shoes- Forever 21,  Shirt- Alex and Chloe,  Hair Clips- ASOS,  Skirt- Delia’s

Finale

Finale

Probably the most famous scene of the entire movie is the Finale, when Jack and Sally meet on the hill and realize that they are soulmates. To translate this scene into an outfit, I used a sequined top, which echoes the look of the hill glistening in the night,  as well as other wintry blue colors.  To top it off, I used spiral earrings that mimic the exact shape of the hill.

Finale Outfit

Earrings- Overstock.com,  Scarf- Modcloth,  Top- Forever 21,  Skirt- Topshop,  Clutch- Lori’s Shoes,  Shoes- Steve Madden

What do you think?

Are you inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas? Which looks are your favorite? I want to know what you think, so be sure to leave your thoughts in a comment!

Tags : Disney, Halloween, Movies

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Originally published on October 27, 2010
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  1. Sally says

    May 28, 2019 at 10:20 am

    This is amazing, I love this movie and all of these outfits! I was so glad you did two parts to this! Those earrings in the last outfit are amazing, if I have one wish – it would be to have those !!!!

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  2. Jack Skellington Fan says

    May 28, 2019 at 10:21 am

    Nightmare Before Christmas is definitely a cult classic and being able to dress and live like it is bringing that dream to life.

    Reply
  3. Courtney says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    I am IN LOVE with all of these outfits! My favorite is the “Poor Jack” one because that’s definitely something I’d wear! Great job!

    Reply
  4. Carolanne says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    BRAVO! the last outfit is my favorite from this post, though they are all amazing!!! you’re really good at drawing inspiration from things you’d least expect! Very impressive! Great work!! Would love to see more Tim Burton posts <3 And, (like i said on part 1), maybe even a Coraline inspiration post?? =]

    And again, LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!

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  5. Anastasia says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Really lovely, particularly like the last two.

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  6. Becky says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Love it again. Not into hearts and sequins as much so my favs are the first two o plus I love tights)

    Reply
  7. ILg?n says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    I’m following your blog every day. awesome job. this stuff is fantastic!

    Reply
  8. Christy says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Fantastic!! I love this series!! Keep up the great work!! 🙂

    Reply
  9. Joelle says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    That last outfit is awesome!!! I love how the earrings mimic the look of the cliff! Great work!

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  10. Coreo says

    May 28, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    I think this is my favorite entry into the series (as well as part one) 😀 I’ve loved EVERY outfit.

    Reply

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