The consideration for fans’ concerns is a relief, but Disney has yet to confirm whether “sexy” Merida is scrapped for good. As of yesterday, the company silently replaced its website’s controversial new Merida with the original Pixar design. strong inside and out-she’s not just a simpering pretty face waiting around for romance! She was created to turn that whole ideal on it’s head!ĭisney seems to have taken note. Brenda Chapman, the film’s writer and co-director, was outraged about the change. In her new design, Merida, who would probably roll her eyes at the prospect of a princess coronation, is minus a few pounds, her trademark bow and her tomboyish charm: “Her eyes are wider, her waist is smaller, her hair is sleeker, and her dress is sparkly as shit.” It’s as if Disney traded her in for a Pirates of the Caribbean wench. After her official induction into the elite princess clique, Merida, the hero of the animated feature Brave, appeared on Disney’s website with a whole new look-a look, many feel, that contradicts Merida’s entire character. Wait, scratch that: Bravery comes in a size 2.ĭisney fans have been up in arms this week over Princess Merida’s sexy makeover.

The rep said that the previous version of Merida would still be available on other Disney products.īravery comes in all shapes and sizes.

Times reports that, according to a Disney representative, the company has no intention of abandoning its “sexier” new depiction of Merida, which will illustrate a limited run of products, including backpacks and pajamas.

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