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Top 90 Extraordinary Cinderella Quotes For All Generations

Top 90 Extraordinary Cinderella Quotes For All Generations

If you’ve been searching for Cinderella quotes that’ll take you back to the magical world of fairy tales, I’m excited to let you know that today’s article brings you 90 timeless quotes!

Cinderella is surely among the favorite fairy tales worldwide, and you’ll agree that it teaches a few invaluable life lessons as well!

Depending on your age while reading it, your perspective changes, and you may notice things you didn’t notice earlier.

Cinderella’s story serves as an inspiration to all of us, and that’s why I decided to collect the most legendary and inspirational quotes for you!

Now let’s dive into my collection – I hope you’ll enjoy it!

10 Best Cinderella Quotes

I’ll kick things off with my 10 best Cinderella quotes:

1. “A dream is a wish your heart makes when you’re fast asleep.” – Cinderella

A dream is a wish your heart makes when you’re fast asleep.

2. “When there is kindness, there is goodness. When there is goodness, there is magic.” Ella’s Mother

3. “I believe that animals listen and speak to us if we only have the ear for it. That’s how we learn to look after them.” Ella’s Mother

4. “If there’s any chance to set things right, I simply got to try.” Cinderella

5. “And yet, through it all, Cinderella remained ever gentle and kind, for with each dawn she found new hope that someday, her dreams of happiness would come true.” – Narrator

And yet, through it all, Cinderella remained ever gentle and kind

6. “I have to tell you a secret that will see you through all the trials that life can offer. Have courage and be kind.” Ella’s Mother

7. “Oh, that clock! Oh, killjoy! I hear you. ‘Come on, get up!’ you say. ‘Time to start another day!’” Cinderella

8. “Cause if you tell a wish, it won’t come true.” Cinderella

9. “I know it isn’t easy, but at least we should try to get along together. And that includes you, your majesty.” Cinderella

10. “Well, there’s one thing: they can’t order me to stop dreaming.” – Cinderella

Well, there’s one thing they can’t order me to stop dreaming

See also: 120 Follow Your Dreams Quotes To Keep You On The Track

The Fairy Godmother Quotes

Who doesn’t remember her magic wand and the happiness it brought? Cinderella’s godmother is definitely a memorable character, so let’s read these quotes as well:

1. “On the stroke of twelve, the spell will be broken, and everything will be as it was before.” – The Fairy Godmother

On the stroke of twelve, the spell will be broken, and everything will be as it was before

2. “But we have to hurry, because even miracles take a little time.” The Fairy Godmother

3. “You can’t go to the ball looking like that!” The Fairy Godmother

4. “But like all dreams, I’m afraid this won’t last forever.” The Fairy Godmother

5. “I’d say the first thing you need is… a pumpkin.” – The Fairy Godmother

I’d say the first thing you need is… a pumpkin

6. “You can’t go to the ball without a horse.”The Fairy Godmother

7. “Just leave it to me, what a gown this will be!” The Fairy Godmother

8. “I’m rather good at shoes.” The Fairy Godmother

Quotes From The King

Remember the King? Here are some quotes from him I’m sure you’ll love:

1. “You must not marry for advantage. You must marry for love. Find that girl. Find her. The one they’re all talking about. The forgetful one…” – The King

You must not marry for advantage

2. “I want to hear the pitter-patter of little feet again.” – The King

3. “You will stay right here. See they’re not disturbed. And when the boy proposes, notify me immediately.” – The King

4. “Love. Ha! Just a matter of a boy meeting a girl under the right conditions.” – The King

5. “I’m not getting any younger, you know. I want to see my grandchildren before I go.” – The King

I’m not getting any younger, you know. I want to see my grandchildren before I go

6. “I love you, Kit.” – The King

7. “My son has been avoiding his responsibilities long enough. It’s high time he married and settled down.” – The King

Lady Tremaine Quotes

This section brings you quotes from Cinderella’s wicked stepmother. Let’s check them out:

1. “I daresay no one in the kingdom will outshine my daughters.” Lady Tremaine

I daresay no one in the kingdom will outshine my daughters

2. “[to Ella after she finally stood up to her] Just remember who you are, you ungrateful wretch!”  – Lady Tremaine

3. “Above all: self-control.” Lady Tremaine

4. “[holding the glass slipper] Are you looking for this? There must be quite a story to go with it. Won’t you tell me? Hm? Very well, I shall tell you a story. Once upon a time, there was a beautiful young girl who married for love. And she had two loving daughters. All was well. But, one day, her husband, the light of her life, died. The next time, she married for the sake of her daughters. But that man, too, was taken from her. And she was doomed to look every day upon his beloved child. She had hoped to marry off one of her beautiful, stupid daughters to the prince. But his head was turned by a girl with glass slippers. And so, I lived unhappily ever after. My story would appear to be ended.” Lady Tremaine

5. “Well, I see no reason why you can’t go, if you get all your work done. And if you can find something suitable to wear.” Lady Tremaine

Well, I see no reason why you can’t go, if you get all your work done

6. “The glass slipper is their only clue. The Duke has been ordered to try it on every girl in the kingdom. And if one can be found whom the slipper fits, then, by the King’s command, that girl shall be the Prince’s bride.” Lady Tremaine

7. “Now, let me see… There’s the large carpet in the main hall. Clean it! And the windows, upstairs and down. Wash them! Oh yes. And the tapestries and the draperies. Do them again! And don’t forget the garden. And scrub the terrace, sweep the halls and the stairs, clean the chimneys, and of course there’s the mending and the sewing and the laundry. Oh yes, and one more thing. See that Lucifer gets his bath.”Lady Tremaine

8. “It would be an insult to take you to the palace dressed in these old rags.” Lady Tremaine

9. “A vulgar, young hussy marched into the ball, unaccompanied, if you will, and to the horror of everyone, threw herself at the prince.”Lady Tremaine

Quotes From Cinderella’s Narrator

Generally speaking, the role of a narrator is huge. Why don’t you read these amazing quotes as well:

1. “Once upon a time, in a faraway land, there was a tiny kingdom. Peaceful, prosperous, and rich in romance and tradition. Here, in a stately chateau, there lived a widowed gentleman, and his little daughter Cinderella.” – Narrator

Once upon a time, in a faraway land, there was a tiny kingdom

2. “It was upon the untimely death of this good man, however, that this stepmother’s true nature was revealed. Cold, cruel, and bitterly jealous of Cinderella’s charm and beauty, she was grimly determined to forward the interests of her own two awkward daughters.” – Narrator

3. “It happened that the king’s son gave a ball, and invited all persons of fashion to it. Our young misses were also invited, for they cut a very grand figure among those of quality. They were mightily delighted at this invitation, and wonderfully busy in selecting the gowns, petticoats, and hair dressing that would best become them. This was a new difficulty for Cinderella; for it was she who ironed her sister’s linen and pleated their ruffles. They talked all day long of nothing but how they should be dressed.” – Narrator

4. “Although he was a kind and devoted father, and gave his beloved child every luxury and comfort, still he felt she needed a mother’s care. And so, he married again, choosing for his second wife, a woman of good family, with two daughters just Cinderella’s age, by name: Anastasia and Drizella.” – Narrator

5. “The king’s son led her to the most honorable seat, and afterwards took her out to dance with him. She danced so very gracefully that they all more and more admired her.” – Narrator

The king's son led her to the most honorable seat, and afterwards took her out to dance with him

6. “They sent for the best hairdresser they could get to make up their headpieces and adjust their hairdos, and they had their red brushes and patches from Mademoiselle de la Poche. They also consulted Cinderella in all these matters, for she had excellent ideas, and her advice was always good. Indeed, she even offered her services to fix their hair, which they very willingly accepted.” – Narrator

7. “Anyone but Cinderella would have fixed their hair awry, but she was very good, and dressed them perfectly well. They were so excited that they hadn’t eaten a thing for almost two days. Then they broke more than a dozen laces trying to have themselves laced up tightly enough to give them a fine slender shape. They were continually in front of their looking glass. At last the happy day came. They went to court, and Cinderella followed them with her eyes as long as she could. When she lost sight of them, she started to cry.” – Narrator

Prince Charming Quotes

Many say that each girl dreams of her own Prince Charming. If you ask me, this man set high standards – no wonder why we love him so much! Just keep scrolling to read some of his words:

1. “I’ve never met anyone like her.” – Prince Charming

2. “Of course I would. But only if you’ll take me as I am, an apprentice still learning his trade.” Prince Charming

3. “Just because it’s what’s done, doesn’t mean it’s what should be done. Or something like that.” Prince Charming

4. “Oh no, wait, you can’t go now, it’s only – ” Prince Charming

Gus Quotes

Yes, that’s right – my collection of Cinderella quotes includes Gus quotes as well:

1. “Happy birthday.” Gus

Happy birthday

2. “Surprised, surprised, very surprised!” Gus

3. “Take it easy, cluck-cluck.”Gus

Jaq Quotes

Here are some quotes by Jaq as well. Enjoy:

1. “We like you. Cinderelly likes you too.” – Jaq

We like you. Cinderelly likes you too

2. “New mouse in the house! Brand new! Never saw it before!” – Jaq

3. “Lucify not funny. Lucify mean.” – Jaq

4. “Did you ever see a cat–cat?” – Jaq

Drizella Quotes

We may not like each Cinderella character, yet their role is significant nevertheless. So, here are some quotes from Drizella, too:

1. “Yes. It was pity. He was too polite to send her packing in front of everyone, you see. But not wanting to expose us to the presumptuous wench any further, he took her apart.” – Drizella

Yes. It was pity. He was too polite to send her packing in front of everyone, you see.

2. “Take that ironing and have it back in an hour! One hour, you hear?” – Drizella

3. “It’s not fair. She’s a scullery maid!” – Drizella

4. “I can’t understand why… It always fit perfectly before.” – Drizella

5. “Why, that’s my slipper!” – Drizella

Anastasia Quotes

Obviously, Anastasia isn’t our favorite Cinderella character, however, each character is important in their own way, and we can learn something from their story. Find a few quotes from her below:

1. “She put it there! A big, ugly mouse! Under my teacup.” Anastasia

She put it there! A big, ugly mouse! Under my teacup.

2. “And I’m so eligible.”Anastasia

3. “Well, it may be a trifle snug today. You know how it is, dancing all night.” Anastasia

4. “I don’t see why everybody else seems to have such nice things to wear, and I always end up in these old rags! This sash! I wouldn’t be seen dead in it.”Anastasia

5. “I knew it was my slipper. Exactly my size. I always wear the same size.” Anastasia

I knew it was my slipper.

6. “Well, it’s about time. Don’t forget the mending! Don’t be all day getting it done, either.” Anastasia

7. “I’d be honored, Your Highness. Would you mind holding my broom?” Anastasia

8. “And he actually danced with the ugly thing.” Anastasia

The Grand Duke Quotes

This section brings you quotes from the Grand Duke. Are you ready?

1. “Your Majesty, I see no point in beating about the bush. I regret to inform you, sire, that the young lady has disappeared, leaving behind only this glass slipper.” – The Grand Duke

Your Majesty, I see no point in beating about the bush

2. “My orders were ‘Every maiden.’ Come, my child.” The Grand Duke

3. “Well, if I may say so, Your Majesty, I did try to warn you, but you, sire, are incurably romantic. No doubt you saw the whole pretty picture in detail. The young Prince bowing to the assembly. Suddenly, he stops. He looks up. For, lo, there she stands. The girl of his dreams. Who she is or whence she came, he knows not. Nor does he care. But his heart tells him that here, here is the maid predestined to be his bride. A pretty plot for fairy tales, sire, but in real life. Oh no, no. It was foredoomed to failure.” The Grand Duke

4. “But, Your Majesty! If the prince should suspect?” The Grand Duke

5. “The Prince, sire, swears he’ll marry none but the girl who fits this slipper.”The Grand Duke

The Prince, sire, swears he’ll marry none but the girl who fits this slipper

Timeless Cinderella Quotes

My exciting collection ends with more timeless Cinderella quotes. Let’s have a look!

1. “Well, serves you right, spoiling people’s best dreams.” – Cinderella

Well, serves you right, spoiling people’s best dreams

2. “I’m sorry if your highness objects to an early breakfast. It’s certainly not my idea to feed you first — it’s orders.” Cinderella

3. “Mr. Lizard, I’m scared. I’m only a girl, not a princess.” Cinderella

4. “Bruno, that’s right! You’ll be footman tonight. Bibbidi–bobbidi–boo!” Cinderella

5. “What’s a royal ball? After all, I suppose it would be frightfully dull, and boring, and completely… completely wonderful.” – Cinderella

What’s a royal ball

6. “After all, I’m still a member of the family. And it says, ‘By royal command, every eligible maiden is to attend.’”Cinderella

7. “What would like me to bring you home from abroad? You know, your sisters… uh, step-sisters, have asked for parasols and lace. What… what will you have?” – Ella’s Father

8. “And I’m only a lizard, not a footman. Enjoy it while it lasts.” Lizard Footman

9. “Oh, it’s a beautiful dress! Did you ever see such a beautiful dress? And look! Glass slippers. Why, it’s like a dream. A wonderful dream come true!” Cinderella

10. “So if you don’t want to lose a nice, warm bed, you’d better get rid of those dreams. Know how? Just learn to like cats!” – Cinderella

So if you don’t want to lose a nice, warm bed, you’d better get rid of those dreams

11. “Have faith in your dreams and someday your rainbow will come smiling through.” Cinderella

12. “My heart has wings and I can fly.” Cinderella

13. “No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true.” Cinderella

14. “A dream is a wish your heart makes, when you’re fast asleep. In dreams you will lose your heartaches. Whatever you wish for, you keep. Have faith in your dreams, and someday your rainbow will come smiling through.”Cinderella

15. “So this is love, so this is what makes life divine.” – Cinderella

So this is love, so this is what makes life divine

16. “This is perhaps the greatest risk anyone of us would take: to be seen as we truly are.” – Cinderella

17. “You have never been… and you never will be my mother.” – Ella

18. “Oh, no. No, it isn’t true. It’s just no use. No use at all. I can’t believe. Not anymore. There’s nothing left to believe in. Nothing.” Cinderella

19. “It’s midnight.” “Goodbye.” Cinderella

20. “But, you see… I have the other slipper.” – Cinderella

But, you see… I have the other slipper

To Wrap It Up

Dear friends, you’ve reached the end of my collection of 90 Cinderella quotes!

Thanks to Charles Perrault, 1697 welcomed Cinderella and, to this day, it continues to fascinate us with her beautiful and unique life story.

As we all know, Walt Disney and his contribution are also immensely significant if we talk about popularizing it. Many will agree that Cinderella is one of the greatest animated Disney movies of all time!

Finally, thanks for visiting us and reading my article. I hope you liked it! Stay tuned for more brilliant content.

Until next time!

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