Bunny princess

My daughter is only 2, but ask her what she wants to be for Halloween and she’ll quickly tell you: “Princess!”

I’ve always been kind of a tomboy so I just don’t quite understand the princess fascination. In fact, I’m a little opposed to the gender stereotypes perpetuated by “The Little Mermaid,” “Cinderella” and many other Disney movies.

So of course I’m now the mom of the ultimate girly girl — the kind who’s already fascinated by high heels, sparkly dresses and anything pink.

I have this great, hand-me-down bunny costume that I really want her to wear. It’s soft and sweet and will keep her a lot warmer on Halloween night than a tutu or frilly ballgown.

At 2, she’ll have plenty of opportunities in the future to be a princess. Heck, some women never outgrow the need. But how long can you dress up as a bunny?

In the last few days, we’ve reached a compromise. She’ll let me put her in the bunny suit under one condition: Only if I put a sparkly tiara between the ears.

What are your kids dressing up as this Halloween?