Planet Mermaid Blog
The New “The Little Mermaid” Film is coming to our screens!
There has been massive excitement recently with news that filming has now finished for the new “The Little Mermaid” Disney film, although the release date is set for May 26 2023 fans are already super excited and are counting down the days..months..years until it comes out in the cinema. All the team at Planet Mermaid cannot wait and have been debating as to which Planet Mermaid inspired tail would look the best on the gorgeously talented Halle Bailey who has been cast as Ariel little mermaid. Past castings has seen Ariel little mermaid in green and purple, similar to our very own Sea Star or Purple Surf collection Or will they completely change and maybe go for a Sunset Splash style? This tone would look amazing on Halle Bailey really showing off her amazing colour! What do you think Halle should wear; we would love to hear from you on our socials! Next let’s talk material; will it be an inexpensive silicone mermaid tail to go with a silicone monofin? Or will it be a custom silicone mermaid tail or something completely different such as a neoprene mermaid tail?! Planet Mermaid would also love to see Halle in its very own Magic Fin Monofin with three colours available to choose from. Halle would have no problem in choosing which one to go with her mermaid tail! The choices are just endless and we cannot wait to see what the end result will look like. It has not been plain sailing for Halle Bailey, who at only 19 was hit with criticism soon after she was announced by Disney that she would be Ariel in the live action production of the animated classic, “The Little Mermaid”. Twitter and other social media channels were inundated with an online petition #NotMyAriel which saw opinionated and cartoon purists complain that she did not look like the original version of princess Ariel mermaid who was white and a redhead in the 1989 version of the film. Halle however came back in true mermaid style commented: “"I just feel like this role was something bigger than me and greater. I feel like I'm dreaming and I'm just grateful and I don't pay attention to the negativity. It's going to be beautiful and I'm just so excited to be a part of it." Source: BBC Newsbeat Such inspiring words from such a young actress! Planet Mermaid applauds you for your courage, professionalism and ultimate girl power! Disney also hit back defending Halle by pointing out that the original “The Little Mermaid” story was created in 1837 by the famous Danish author Hans Christian Anderson, and that Danes come in many colours including, black and finishing the argument that “The Little Mermaid” is a cartoon, not a biopic and could cast her in any colour they wished! The upcoming film is full of other wonderful characters, including Sebastian played by Daveed Diggs, King Triton played by Javier Bardem, Flounder played by Jacob Tremblay, Ursula played by Melissa McCarthy, Prince Eric played by Jonah Hauer-King and Scuttle played by Awkwafina… Who is your favourite character in the film? The full casting line up looks simply phenomenal…..come on May 26 2023 we can’t wait!! Don’t forget to let us know which Planet Mermaid tail would look great on Halle! Happy Mermaiding
Planet Mermaid helps save the Whales and Dolphins!
Planet Mermaid is very proud to have one of its own mermaid team member’s sign up to the “Swim Serpentine” event to raise valuable funds for WDC, Whale and Dolphin Conservation, the leading global charity dedicated to the protection of whales, dolphins and porpoises. The Swim Serpentine event is a one day open water swimming event held on Saturday 18th September at the beautiful Serpentine in Hyde Park, London, home of the Serpentine Swimming Club. Hyde Park swimming is open to everyone at the Serpentine Lido and is an amazing venue to do wild water swimming. Mermaid Ophelie who took no hesitation in signing up comments: “When I was given the opportunity to participate in this event, I said yes straight away without knowing too much about the details. I am always up for doing new and exciting things that challenge me and allow me to work towards a specific goal, all whilst raising money for a great cause. I had recently seen articles about an annual tradition in the Faroe Islands in Denmark where a festival involves the needless killing of hundreds of dolphins and whales, these images have continued to be my inspiration and motivation for doing the swim. Whales, dolphins and all sea creatures are a Mermaid's best friend and they need to be saved, they all deserve a chance to live. When I started training, I was barely able to swim 500m, and this was with lots of breaks! I can now swim 1600m with minimal breaks and longer sets, with each session I try and push myself to swim longer and further. I have loved swimming and being in the water, both in pools and outside in the fresh and most of the time very chilly water. My hair never looks nice, I always seem to have water in my ears and can’t get rid of the smell of chlorine, but it is completely worth it! I'm so excited for the event on the 18th September and can’t wait to swim alongside everyone else participating, I'm sure I won’t be the only mermaid there” Planet Mermaids founder Maggie goes on to say: “We at Planet Mermaid are super proud of Mermaid Ophelie for her endurance, strength and courage to improve her health and stamina whilst doing her part to help save whales, dolphins and porpoises; we are behind her at every stage of this exciting journey” Mermaid Ophelie is openwater swimming in her wetsuit and neoprene swim cap but has said if she raises enough for WDC she may think about using her mermaid tail or even enter other open water swim races in 2021! Mermaid Ophelie has been training extremely hard for this and if all goes well may look to do the North Channel Swim as her next challenge!! Ophelie has already smashed her £300 target which is simply amazing, lets help her get to her ultimate goal of £700, simply click on the link to go straight to her just giving page of you would like to donate to this worthy cause - https://bit.ly/3ySjHyb If Mermaid Ophelie has inspired you to try openwater swimming and you are thinking about where you can find “open water swimming near me” just google and locations will come up near you. Mermaid Ophelie chose to train at Box End, Kempston in Bedfordshire, near Planet Mermaids HQ. Planet Mermaid will be cheering Mermaid Ophelie on during her swim the 18th September so keep an eye on our social media for live updates! Go Mermaid Ophelie you truly are an inspiration and the whales, dolphins and porpoises will be so proud of you!
Meet you over the Rainbow. New Collection out now!
Rainbow ready We love all of our Planet Mermaid Tails,’ our Planet Mermaid designers told us, ‘but when it came to the Rainbow Collection, we wanted something that would brighten everyone’s day like a summer’s carnival. So, we merged the Royal Koi Collection scales with the bright rainbow spectrum and voila! Enjoy, mermaids! Coral Carnival Mermaid Tail With ALL the colours of the rainbow, this gorgeous multi-coloured tail is perfect for those of you who like to add a splash of magic wherever you go. And with one flip of your fin, the mesmerising stripes will leave a stream of ribbons behind you. Pacific Rainbow Mermaid Tail Even in the largest ocean on Earth, the Pacific Rainbow Mermaid Tail is off the scale! Just like the famous Rainbow Fish, mermaids with these tails will shimmer and shine in the deep blue and be the envy of all the sea life. Atlantic Dream Mermaid Tail If stripes aren’t your thing, maybe a shimmering blue will float your mermaid boat… Even at temperatures below freezing in the Atlantic Ocean, these mermaids exude warmth, love and happiness in every wave. Bubblegum Beach Mermaid Tail Fancy being head to toe in all the colours and shades of a summer’s day rainbow? Then blow some bubbles with our Bubblegum Beach Mermaid Tail. With vibrant oranges and pinks, plus deep purples and blues, you will look fintastic. End of the rainbow Be a Rainbow Mermaid from head to fin with our… Coral Carnival and Pacific Rainbow Mermaid Crop Tops Coral Carnival and Pacific Rainbow Mermaid Tankinis Coral Carnival and Pacific Rainbow Mermaid Briefs But fear not mermaids, these cute items also match the Atlantic Dream and Bubblegum Tails. So, whether you’re taking a dip in the pool or lounging on the sofa on a Saturday afternoon, now you can look the whole part. Mermaid mane Fed up with wet locks stuck on the back of your neck while doing your mermaid thing? Simple. Tie them up with a Coral Carnival and Pacific Rainbow Hair Srunchy or Hair Wrap. Then swim away mermaids, swim away! Now, go, find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow and fall in love with our new collection today.
New Collection Out Now
We are pleased to present our Rainbow Collection....Hope you are as excited as we are?!?! 7 Fun Facts About Rainbows 1) A rainbow happens when is raining in one part of the sky and sunny in another. 2) Earth is the only planet in the solar system where rainbows are possible. 3) According to Greek mythology, the rainbow is a bridge between heaven and earth. 4) Rainbows are the universal symbol of peace and harmony. 5) The state of Hawaii is home to the most Rainbows than any other area on Earth. 6) Double rainbows occur when light bounces inside the water droplet more than once. 7) A rainbow arch is a 42-degree angle starting from the direction opposite from the sun. I think we found out whats at the end of our rainbow...check out some of the stunning collection..... We recently ran a competition to name our final tail, below are some of the amazing names you came up with: Rainbow Splash Coral Sky Rainbow Reef Rainbow Love Rainbow Waves Although all the suggestions where amazing we had to pick our winnersCompetition runner up: Rebecca Woodgreen - Colourfall Competition winner: Imogen.Gymnast - Atlantic Dream ATLANTIC DREAM Why not accompany the Rainbow Collection with some of our new accessories:
Three Mermaids get a Treat
We had a 'splash' meeting Jessica Cunningham.........#BOSSMOMJessica has recently treated her three little mermaid daughters to three sets of our mermaid goodies.....We think these little mermaids look adorable These girl are showcasing some of our signature looks; Purple Surf, Purple Starburst from our premiere collection and Starbright Princess (left to right)Please follow the link to purchase your own Starbright Princess or Ocean Kiss Tail tail. Look at these mermaids in action.......Ariel eat your heart out! How beautiful is this picture!?....We can't wait to see this mini merman flourish!
Planet Mermaid Meets the Stars
The Planet Mermaid team enjoyed meeting the likes of Stacey Solomon, Cara de la Hoyde and Jacqueline Jossa to name but a few......... How mer-mazing does Stacey look with our Ocean Kiss tail? We are really glad our products made a splash at the event........even Cara wanted to experience some mermaid moves! Watch this space!We really enjoyed meeting the tiny merfolk........
How to become a mermaid?
Mermaids are the new unicorns - the next trendy mythological creature to take over the world. No-one can resist adding some magic and fairy tale to their routine lives by spending a couple of hours living in an underwater wonderland. So, let us tell you the secret for making the dreams come true. 1. Mermaid tail The most important feature of a real mermaid, is a mermaid tail. What makes a good tail is a nice, large rigid tail tip. There are multiple types of mermaid tails. Here at Planet Mermaid we create fabric tails which are very lightweight, combined with a separate rigid monofin insert to help improve swimming action. An alternative to fabric is mermaid tails made from silicone. These come as a single piece and while they weigh more, the silicone allows for different textures and shapes. The choice is yours! Our mermaid tails for children are made from fabric as the weight of the material is key; however we are also launching a range of silicone adult tails. 2. Mermaid hair Hairstyle is extremely important for a complete mermaid look. Just think of that beautiful quiff that the Little Mermaid has. Depending on how adventurous you are, you can go for an effortless beach waves style or for a full mermaid hair colour that became so popular around Instagram recently. Beach waves style can be created with some salt water spray or just a bit of wax. Follow this tutorial to recreate it - no curling iron is required, so it works well for young mermaids too as it doesn’t damage hair. For those feeling more adventurous, try mermaid hair colouring. This could be done with a variety techniques and dyes. We would suggest trying hair chalks. The colours will be less pronounced, however it doesn’t affect the hair and will wash out with the first wash. Just perfect for both little mermaids and adult ones. Some inspiration for you! Anything from gentle pinks to saturated purples and greens would look amazing. The devil is in the details. Add some marine accessories - like these starfish clips by PoppyCoast shop. 3. Water Mermaid outfits are often worn for photoshoots only or as fancy dress. If that’s your case, feel free to skip these last steps to becoming a mermaid. However, if you are into swimming, you should find some water first. Unfortunately some of the UK’s swimming pools banned use of mermaid tails, so give your local swimming pool a call before going there to ensure that swimming with a monofin is allowed.Hotel swimming pools and resort beaches are normally very loyal to mermaids, so taking your tail on holiday is a must.We are opening up a network of mermaid-friendly swimming pools across the UK, you can sign up here to stay up-to-date with local openings. 4. Mermaid swimming training The next step to becoming a mermaid is to learn to swim as a mermaid! There are certain safety rules to follow when starting swimming with a monofin. You should be able to swim pretty well before trying swimming with a monofin. Try swimming with no tail and only a monofin first. A dolphin kick may feel a bit complicated at the beginning but swimmers pick it up very fast. You can find more rules here. The next step is the most exciting one! Get your tail ready! 5. Become a mermaid! And the last step to experiencing true mermaid life is to wear your beautiful mermaid tail, jump into the water and swim as a mermaid, stealing all the attention whether you are on the beach or at the swimming pool! Don’t forget to take a Go Pro or a waterproof phone to shoot some amazing mermaid swimming videos! A post shared by Planet Mermaid (@planetmermaid) on Sep 10, 2017 at 8:53am PDT Have you seen our Royal Koi collection yet? We found inspiration from the Royal Koi fish with its beautiful scales.
How do you swim like a Mermaid?
Do you dream of being able to breathe underwater like a real life mermaid? Do you wish you had a tail like Ariel’s and could dive down into the deep blue sea? Well now you can – we’re going to show you how you can learn to swim just like a mermaid and make it look natural, like you belong in the water. You might have seen videos of real life mermaids who look so elegant gliding through the water. When you have legs like a mere human, it’s not that easy! So here are some steps to transform you from a water baby into a graceful mermaid: Learn the motions – so try swimming just with your body and arms, keeping your feet together. You can even try a flip if you like. Now try those swimming techniques with a Monofin or some Flippers on – this will feel a bit different as they will help you glide through the water. Now it’s time to add the Mermaid Tail ! Moving in these may feel strange at first as your feet will be bound together. When you know you can swim properly as a mermaid, it’s time to try and make it look pretty! Here’s a video explaining the steps, use it to get ideas for different mermaid movements you can try in the water. As you can see, it’s also a good idea to get friends to help you out! Have you mastered the art of swimming like a mermaid? Let us know, send in your photos and videos!
The Little Mermaid - A Disney Classic
The Little Mermaid is amazing because it gives an insight into a world we can only dream of – the deep blue sea. What little girl wouldn’t want to be a mermaid and have underwater adventures?! We’ve pulled together some of the main reasons why you need to re-watch this mermaid film which made everyone want to live ‘under da sea’! Important lessons Disney movies are renowned for teaching children the ways of life. Whether it’s to follow your own path in life like Pocahontas, there’s always something to learn. One of the most important lessons in The Little Mermaid is to follow your dreams, however impossible they may seem. Ariel never thought she could live above the water but her dream eventually came true. Mermaid hair Out of all the Disney heroines, there’s no doubt about it – Ariel’s hair takes the crown. It’s so thick and lovely, and most of all it’s bright red. How many Disney princesses have red hair?! This makes Ariel really relatable to red haired girls all over the world and proves they can be just as beautiful as blondes or brunettes. Something for everyone Some Disney films can be a bit girly and don’t appeal to a wide audience – but this film isn’t one of them. While Ariel’s love life is the centre of the plot, the baddy is the scariest baddy in the whole Disney archive and there’s sharks, seagulls and plenty of other wildlife to capture attention. Would you like to become a mermaid just like Ariel? Here at Planet Mermaid we sell Mermaid tails, Tops and Fins to make the dream a reality!
