Cinderella Through the Ages

Lily James stars in Disney’s new live-action “Cinderella” film coming out March 13, but many women before her have tried on the glass slipper. The story of Cinderella spans vast cultures and generations, and the titular character has her own unique look in each version. From operas to ballets to cartoons to musicals—and an appearance from Julie Andrews, Elmo, and Betty Boop—read on to see how Cinderella has evolved throughout the years.

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