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NEW D23 Expo Disney Dooney and Bourke Purse Revealed

29 July 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

After the exciting news a few weeks back sharing some of the unique D23 Expo merchandise (including Disney Harvey’s Seatbelt Bags), today the Disney Parks Blog revealed the newest Disney Dooney & Bourke design, which will be for sale at the Disney Dream Store during the D23 Expo, August 9-11 2013.

This new design is in black and white, featuring Mickey and Minnie in classic animated form. The style will be available in the tassel tote, cross body and pouch styles. Edit: pricing obtained for the new styles! ~~No word on pricing yet, but hopefully they will be on par with the current designs out in similar styles. As I find out more info, I will share it here. Until then~~, enjoy the first look at this new style. What do you think? Will you be picking one up at the Expo?

Pricing for the new styles are as follows:

Pouch – $65.00

Crossbody bag – $175.00

Tassel Bag (shown above) – $285.00

NEW: Official Poster for Saving Mr. Banks

25 July 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Piggybacking off the excitement from the first official Saving Mr. Banks movie trailer a few weeks back, Disney Studios has now released the first teaser poster for the upcoming film. It is perfect!

And if you happen not to know what Saving Mr. Banks is all about, here is the official synopsis:

Two-time Academy Award®–winner Emma Thompson and fellow double Oscar®-winner Tom Hanks topline Disney’s “Saving Mr. Banks,” inspired by the extraordinary, untold backstory of how Disney’s classic “Mary Poppins” made it to the screen.

When Walt Disney’s daughters begged him to make a movie of their favorite book, P.L. Travers’ “Mary Poppins,” he made them a promise—one that he didn’t realize would take 20 years to keep. In his quest to obtain the rights, Walt comes up against a curmudgeonly, uncompromising writer who has absolutely no intention of letting her beloved magical nanny get mauled by the Hollywood machine. But, as the books stop selling and money grows short, Travers reluctantly agrees to go to Los Angeles to hear Disney’s plans for the adaptation.

For those two short weeks in 1961, Walt Disney pulls out all the stops. Armed with imaginative storyboards and chirpy songs from the talented Sherman brothers, Walt launches an all-out onslaught on P.L. Travers, but the prickly author doesn’t budge. He soon begins to watch helplessly as Travers becomes increasingly immovable and the rights begin to move further away from his grasp.

It is only when he reaches into his own childhood that Walt discovers the truth about the ghosts that haunt her, and together they set Mary Poppins free to ultimately make one of the most endearing films in cinematic history.

Disney presents “Saving Mr. Banks,” directed by John Lee Hancock, produced by Alison Owen, Ian Collie and Philip Steuer, and written by Kelly Marcel and Sue Smith. Executive producers are Paul Trijbits, Andrew Mason, Troy Lum and Christine Langan. The film will release in U.S. theaters onDecember 13, 2013, limited, and open wide on December 20, 2013.

Disney Infinity hitting the road for Multi-City Tour!

11 July 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Disney Infinity, Disney Interactive’s biggest and most ambitious video game to date, is embarking on a multi-city “Summer of

Endless Fun” tour to showcase the most anticipated game of the year. The cross country road trip, which is free to the public, kicked off on July 7 in the Downtown Disney District in Anaheim, Calif. Players will get an exclusive sneak peek at the game before it hits store shelves on Aug. 18.

Zigzagging across the country, fans will get the chance to play Disney Infinity – featuring the innovative Toy Box mode that truly brings every kids’ imagination to life. Who hasn’t thought about building a world where Mr. Incredible uses a Monsters University toilet paper launcher while driving around in Cinderella’s carriage with monster truck wheels? Now players can let their imaginations run free and create their own adventures.

The “Summer of Endless Fun” Tour will make stops in Chicago, San Diego, Boston, Detroit and Richmond, culminating with a

weekend of launch activities in New York City on Saturday, Aug. 17 and Sunday, Aug. 18. Activities at each tour stop include game demos, surprise guests, photo opportunities, giveaways, contests, entertainment provided by Radio Disney and more.

Disney Infinity is an all-new game platform that gives players the freedom to create stories and play experiences featuring characters from The Walt Disney Company and Pixar Animation Studios. Players can place real-world toy versions of beloved Disney characters onto a device called the Disney Infinity Base and transport them into the virtual game worlds of Monsters University, the Incredibles, Pirates of the Caribbean, Cars and The Lone Ranger, as well as into a giant Toy Box.

DISNEY INFINITY “SUMMER OF ENDLESS FUN” SCHEDULE AND LOCATIONS

July 13-14: Taste of Chicago in Chicago, Ill.

July 18-20: Gaslamp Quarter during San Diego Comic-Con, San Diego, Calif.

July 19-21: Revere Beach National Festival in Boston, Mass.

July 26-28: Coast Guard Festival in Detroit, Mich.

August 10-11: Prince William County Fair in Richmond, Va.

August 17: Nintendo World Store in New York City, N.Y.

August 18: Times Square in New York City, N.Y.

For additional information about Disney Infinity, please visit www.disney.com/infinity and www.youtube.com/disneyinfinity, join the Disney Infinity Facebook community (Facebook.com/disneyinfinity) and Google+ community (https://plus.google.com/+DisneyInfinity), and follow us on Twitter (twitter.com/disneyinfinity) and Instagram (instagram.com/disneyinfinity.

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NEW! Exclusive Look at Disney and LeSportsac HAWAII Print Bags!

25 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis 4 Comments

I must start by giving a huge thank you to Oni from Onezumiverse.com, who contacted me sharing her post on the newest Disney and LeSportsac designs, debuting in Fall 2013. I asked if I could share her photos and info here and she graciously agreed. Thanks, Oni! She was able to visit the LeSportsac showroom, where she got some exclusive photos and learned some great news about Disney and LeSportsac’s design collaboration. Let’s get right to it!

As Oni notes, these new Hawaii designs look like a wonderful tribute to the Disney’s Polynesian Resort, for us Walt Disney World fans. I know I can’t wait to see these in person (and get one too!). Apparently, LeSportsac changed their mind and are now going to sell the Hawaii designs everywhere this Fall, not just in Hawaii (phew!). In addition, she learned that the Hawaii print will not be the last design from this collaboration. Hooray!

Here is the Tropical Paradise print:

Disney LeSportsac Hawaii print – Tropical Paradise

Disney LeSportsac Hawaii print - Singing Stars — Disney LeSportsac Hawaii print – Singing Stars

The Singing Stars print is above – with ELEPHANT CHARM! How adorable!

Below we see all the prints and charms for the Hawaii collection. I simply cannot wait –

Thank you once again to Oni, be sure to stop by her site and check out her further updates on the LeSportsac (non-Disney) Winter line. And you can check out my other coverage because of the Disney LeSportsac collaboration too.

New Disney Princesses and More Shoe Ornament Collection

25 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Last year we saw the release of the popular Mickey Ear ornaments and this year we have the release of the Disney shoe ornament! Just like the Mickey Ear ornaments before them you can find a shoe ornament for almost every popular character. Princesses, Villains, Minnie Mouse, Mary Poppins and even a shoe for Jack Skellington.

They can be found in most stores around WDW, but for the best selection check out Disney’s Days of Christmas at Downtown Disney and the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe at Magic Kingdom.

Price: $22.95 each.

Jasmine (Aladdin)

Disney Jasmine character-inspired shoe ornament

Tiana (Princess and the Frog)

Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament

Rapunzel (Tangled)

Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament

Ariel (The Little Mermaid)

Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament

Belle (Beauty and the Beast)

Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament

Aurora (Sleeping Beauty)

Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament

Snow White (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

Disney Snow White character-inspired shoe ornament

Cinderella (Cinderella)

Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament

Evil Queen (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament

Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)

Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament

Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland)

Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament

Cruella De Vil (101 Dalmations)

Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament

Ursula (The Little Mermaid)

Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament

Daisy Duck

Minnie Mouse

Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins)

Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament

Jack Skellington (A Nightmare Before Christmas)

Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament

Alice (Alice in Wonderland)

Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament

Tinker Bell (Peter Pan)

Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament

You can also get your shoe ornaments personalized with things like names or dates.

I immediately bought the Ariel and Rapunzel ornament as they are my favorite princesses. The shoes are incredibly detailed and the ribbon is on a hook so you can remove it if you want to put the shoes on a shelf instead. The shoe ornament is a wonderful little collectible!

Which one is your favorite? Which character would you like to see as a shoe ornament?

Disney Ariel Makeup Collection by Sephora

24 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

SEPHORA has created a series of captivating beauty collections inspired by beloved Disney Princess characters entitled Disney Reigning Beauties. Each limited edition seasonal collection focuses on the individual style, personality and story of a specific Disney Princess, bringing her to life in a way that inspires women to create their own princess moments.

This summer dive into a daring journey of curiosity and discovery with the Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by SEPHORA, an assortment of color cosmetics, a signature fragrance and princess-worthy accessories that are inspired by the world under the sea and bold determination of Ariel from the classic Disney animated film, The Little Mermaid. The Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by SEPHORA captures the ethereal, yet vibrant colors depicted in the film in a stunning array of treasures, beyond your wildest dreams.

Storylook Eyeshadow Palette Volume 3 Ariel Edition ($55)

“Dare to Dream”

Chase the life you desire with this customized palette of 20 bright and brilliant shades, each inspired by and formulated to match the hues from the film. Encased in a keepsake box with original artwork that portrays Ariel in her grotto of collected treasures, these lustrous shades invite you to dare to dream and let your curiosity lead the way with a complete eyeshadow wardrobe.

Shades include:

Blue Lagoon

The moon shimmering on the lagoon

(shimmering blue)

Scuttle

Ariel’s skintone while talking to Scuttle

(shimmering pinky beige)

Flounder

Flounder coming out of the water

(matte nude)

Sebastian

Sebastian’s face

(matte coraly pink)

Flotsam

Flotsam in the shadows

(deep blue charcoal)

Sea Shells

Ariel’s sisters singing

(shimmering ivory)

Les Poissons

Chef Louis’ bloodthirsty shadow in the ‘Le Poissons’ scene

(dusty satin muave)

Caspian Sea

Light reflecting through the water on Atlantica

(shimmering rich turquoise)

Your Voice

Ursula striking a deal with Ariel

(glistening silver pearl)

Unfortunate Souls

The smoke during Ursula’s finale

(matte lavender grey)

Atlantica

The shimmering turquoise colors of Atlantica

(shimmering sea foam green)

Fins

Ariel’s fin under the sea

(glittery mermaid green)

Sick of Swimmin’

Ariel’s first breath of air with legs

(shimmering opalescent)

Ursula

Ursula’s skintone in the shadows

(pearly purple)

Sha La La La

Fish chorus singing to Ariel and Eric

(matte dark fuchsia)

Triton

The King shooting his triton

(shimmering gold)

Wanderin’ Free

Ariel imaging herself with legs

(shimmering pink champagne)

Jetsam

Jetsam’s fins in the shadows

(deep teal with dark iridescent glitter)

Sea Witch

The Sea Witch in all her power and glory

(pearly violet)

Treasures Untold

Glistening water from King’s triton

(opalescent pale pink)

Sephora Beauty Insider can now order this eyeshadow palette online HERE

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection Part of Your World Eyeshadow Palette

Part of Your World Eyeshadow Palette ($30)

“Dreams are Realities in Waiting”

Open your eyes to endless possibilities with this captivating palette with four vibrant shades that are easy to apply and blend for a variety of mesmerizing eye looks. Let your eyes shimmer like the sea with these inspiring shades, including What’s-It (matte clay grey) and three glittery shades, Who’s-It (glittering white), Dinglehopper (iridescent light teal), and Snarfblat (violet with iridescent glitter).

Sephora X What Cha-Nail-Callit Nail Lacquer Set ($24.50)

“Make a Splash”

Make a splash and get into a sea of trouble when you discover these six delightfully daring lacquers. Each sea-inspired shade brings Ariel’s underwater kingdom into a whole new world. Shades include: We In Luck Here (creamy coral red), Hotter Under The Water (creamy plum), Ariel (rich pearly turquoise), Off The Hook (pearly silver chrome), Life Is The Bubbles (iridescent glittery shimmer), and Devotin’ To Floatin’ (pearlescent teal).

Mermaid Song Lipgloss Set ($38)

“Find Your Voice”

Be empowered, be bold, and find your voice with this set of four pigmented, glistening glosses that are fun and flirty, with a hint of feisty. Shades include: Dream Girl (perky pink), Sea Witch (bold berry), Redhead (rich red), Mermaid (courageous coral).

Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum

Feel the passion of the moment with Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum, an invigorating new fragrance inspired by the magical moment of true love’s first kiss. This captivating scent opens with a refreshing burst of bergamot, wet cucumber, and ozonic accord, and is brought to life with a splash of water notes, wild lilac and starfruit, all fused together with warm sandalwood and sensual velvet sensations of ambergris to make the moment last forever.

Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum Spray, 50 mL ($58)

“All It Takes is One Kiss”

Kiss the Girl Roll On Eau de Parfum ($19)

“True Love is Beyond Words”

Set the Mood Compact Mirror ($20)

“You’ve Got to be You”

Bat your eyes and pucker your lips with this beautifully designed deep sea treasure.

The Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by SEPHORA will be available for a limited time beginning in July 2013 in all SEPHORA stores, as well as by calling 1-877-SEPHORA or logging on to sephora.com via computer or smartphone.

Disney’s PLANES Trailer and New Character Posters!

22 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Dusty captured my heart, and he’ll capture yours too, in this adorable movie by Disney!

From above the world of “Cars” comes “Disney’s Planes,” an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty’s not exactly built for racing—and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar. “Disney’s Planes” takes off in theaters on Aug. 9, 2013.

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Disney’s PLANES releases in theaters on August 9, 2013!

Disney Planes The Video Game Trailer!

21 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

“Disney’s Planes” is a flying adventure video game inspired by the upcoming Disney animated comedy adventure film. Available exclusively for Nintendo platforms including the Wii™ and Wii U™ systems as well as the Nintendo 3DS™ and Nintendo DS™ handheld devices on August 6th, just a few days prior to the film’s August 9th opening in theaters nationwide, the game will expand beyond the storyline of “Disney’s Planes,” offering players the opportunity to enjoy the thrill of flight as one of the popular characters from the film.

From above the world of “Cars,” the “Disney’s Planes” video game takes players on a high-flying, action-packed, fun-filled adventure with Dusty, a big-hearted, speed-loving crop duster who is voiced by actor and comedian Dane Cook. Players will take to the skies with Dusty and other characters, including Ishani, voiced by actress Priyanka Chopra; Echo, voiced by actor Anthony Edwards; and Bravo, voiced by actor Val Kilmer, as they embark on global missions, air races and grand adventures around the world.

Oz the Great and Powerful on DVD and Blu-Ray

11 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Oz the Great and Powerful comes out on DVD and Blu-Ray today. In addition to the great (no pun intended) movie full of fun new characters and stories, there are some fun bonus clips featuring behind-the-scenes action and the creative processes behind making the film.

Watch Mila Kunis go from sweet to wicked in seconds flat thanks to award-winning special effects make up artist Howard Berger! See how Disney Classics like Pinocchio, Snow White and Cinderella inspired the team when creating Oz! Danny Elfman describes the inspiration behind the score he wrote for the Wicked Witch. See this and more in the clips below!

Here are the bonus features on the DVD and Blu-ray:

Bonus Features:

Blu-ray:

The Magic of “Oz The Great and Powerful” (Second Screen Experience) – An immersive Second Screen experience that details all thingsOz. From an interactive map full of secrets and surprises, to an inside look at the spectacular world of Oz. All fans need to do is download the special “The Magic of Oz The Great and Powerful: Second Screen” App (which is free and currently available for immediate download at the iTunes Store for iPads) which provides fans with infinite opportunities to remain connected to their favorite film, its cast of characters and to dive deeper into the magical world of Oz. This App provides exclusive access to invigorating and exclusive content including:

The Enchanting Characters and Creatures of Oz – From Munchkins and Tinkers to good witches, bad witches, and flying baboons, this piece follows each character and creature of the Land of Oz from inspiration to final outcome.

The Sounds of Magical Oz – What adds fragility to the sounds of China Girl’s footsteps; ferocity to the tornado; or weight to the flutter of Finley’s flapping wings?

Sleight of Hand: Zach Braff Puppet Theater – Actor, and voice of Finley, Zach Braff introduces viewers to the Finley mockup.

Mariah Carey Music Video

Bloopers

My Journey in Oz by James Franco – A personal story produced and directed by James Franco.

Mr. Elfman’s Musical Concoctions – An interview with composer Danny Elfman unveils his inspiration in scoring “Oz The Great And Powerful.”

China Girl and the Suspension of Disbelief – This feature uncloaks the several forms of movie magic employed to bring China Girl to life, from the initial artwork and character design, to the on-set puppeteering during filmmaking, and finally, through each stage of the visual-effects process; and includes an interview with Joey King, the voice of China Girl.

Before Your Very Eyes: From Kansas to Oz – Production designer Robert Stromberg takes viewers through the set design of the Land of Oz, from sketching his original ideas on a napkin, through to the final set pieces and the accompanying visual effects.

Mila’s Metamorphosis – Lead makeup artist Howard Berger expands on one of the oldest, most tried-and-true forms of movie magic: makeup design and effects.

Walt Disney and the Road to Oz – It is well known that Walt Disney had a fascination with the Land of Oz since he was a child. See how that fascination grew into inspiration as he began planning for his own adaptation of the stories in the classic Baum books.

DVD:

Bloopers

Walt Disney and the Road to Oz

Oz the Great and Powerful comes out today- be sure to add it to your Disney movie collection!

Mickey and Minnie Mania! Merchandise Update

11 May 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

In the last week Mickey and Minnie merchandise has been everywhere in the parks! It seems to be the new trend for spring and if you are a Mickey or Minnie lover you will have plenty of things to be excited for! In the Disney Parks stores you will find everything from T-shirts, shoes, bags and even a scarf poncho!

Minnie Mouse Hoodie with Mouse Ears Front

Minnie Mouse Hoodie with Mouse Ears Back

Mickey "Leader of the Parade" T-shirt — Mickey “Leader of the Parade” T-shirt

Pluto "Food Critic" T-shirt — Pluto “Food Critic” T-shirt

Minnie "Born to Shop" T-shirt — Minnie “Born to Shop” T-shirt

Goofy "Thrill Seeker" T-shirt — Goofy “Thrill Seeker” T-shirt

My favorite is the Minnie “Born to Shop” T-shirt, which is a must-have, and the Minnie hoodie with ears! So cute! Which one is your favorite and do you like this Minnie/Mickey trend? Or do you wish Disney would bring out some other character merchandise?