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You're used to seeing Disney princesses in pretty dresses in fairylands far far away. However, thanks to Astor Alexander, a freelance illustrator from San Diego, Califonia, you are about to find out that these fictional ladies look wonderful in a completely different setting, too.

"Noir Princesses" is an awesome illustration series with a pretty self-explanatory title. It features - you've guessed it! - Disney princesses as badass noir characters. It's a "stylish" crime genre, emphasizing cynical attitudes and sexual motivations. Noir fiction protagonists are usually self-destructive, dealing with a corrupt legal, political or other systems. Their stories often lead to lose-lose situations, too.

Astor has perfectly captured the aesthetic and atmosphere of the genre while preserving the distinct personalities of the princesses. Scroll down to meet them and tell us what you think in the comments.

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"Shadows Of New Orleans"

"Shadows Of New Orleans"

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"High Sea Robbery"

"High Sea Robbery"

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Sofia Thornley
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nicely done details. Her wet hair is amazing, and you managed to get her color palette for the outfit in there.

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Robert Bailey
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess if Chris Pine can back up Wonder Woman, he can back up Ariel as well.

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Honesty Olishia
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not sure but I think Ariel is doing the underwater stuff and Eric is doing the above water type robbing.

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