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New Disney Princesses and More Shoe Ornament Collection

25 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Disney character-inspired shoe ornament Overview

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
Disney Jasmine character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jasmine character-inspired shoe ornament

Tiana (Princess and the Frog)

Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tiana character-inspired shoe ornament

Rapunzel (Tangled)

Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Repunzel character-inspired shoe ornament

Ariel (The Little Mermaid)

Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ariel character-inspired shoe ornament

Belle (Beauty and the Beast)

Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Belle character-inspired shoe ornament

Aurora (Sleeping Beauty)

Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Aurora character-inspired shoe ornament

Snow White (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

Disney Snow White character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Snow White character-inspired shoe ornament

Cinderella (Cinderella)

Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cinderella character-inspired shoe ornament

Evil Queen (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Evil Queen character-inspired shoe ornament

Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)

Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Maleficent character-inspired shoe ornament

Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland)

Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Queen of Hearts character-inspired shoe ornament

Cruella De Vil (101 Dalmations)

Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Cruella De Vil character-inspired shoe ornament

Ursula (The Little Mermaid)

Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Ursula character-inspired shoe ornament

Daisy Duck

Disney Daisy Duck character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Daisy Duck character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Daisy Duck character-inspired shoe ornament

 

 

 

Minnie Mouse

Disney Minnie Mouse character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Minnie Mouse character-inspired shoe ornament 2-2
Disney Minnie Mouse character-inspired shoe ornament

Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins)

Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Mary Poppins character-inspired shoe ornament

Jack Skellington (A Nightmare Before Christmas)

Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Jack Skellington character-inspired shoe ornament

Alice (Alice in Wonderland)

Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Alice in Wonderland character-inspired shoe ornament

Tinker Bell (Peter Pan)

Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament
Disney Tinker Bell character-inspired shoe ornament

 

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

Disney character-inspired shoe ornament Personalization

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?

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Disney Ariel Makeup Collection by Sephora

24 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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 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.

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Storylook Eyeshadow Palette Vol. 3 Ariel Edition

  • 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).

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Sephora X What Cha-Nail-Callit Nail Lacquer Set

  • 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).

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Mermaid Song Lipgloss Set

  • 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).

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection Kiss the Girl Eau de Parfum Spray

  • 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”

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Kiss the Girl Roll On Eau de Parfum

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

“True Love is Beyond Words”

Disney Reigning Beauties Ariel Collection by Sephora Set The Mood Compact Mirror

  • 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.

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NEW Disney “Oz: The Great and Powerful” Merchandise

10 March 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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The new Disney movie Oz: The Great and Powerful had its big premiere yesterday. I had the chance to see the movie during a Disney Parks Blog event and the movie is a real feast for the eyes! The visual effects and costumes are amazing while the story gives you both laughs and tender moments. With a new movie, we luckily always get some new merchandise! Oz merchandise started to pop up at the Disney Parks in the recent weeks and offer something for both older and younger fans!

Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise

I found these things at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom, Mouse Gear in Epcot and World of Disney and Tren-D at Downtown Disney.

Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
“Things Are Not Always As They Seem” Adult T-shirt
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Oz Good vs. Evil Adult T-shirt, Front
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Oz Good vs. Evil Adult T-shirt, Back
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
“Welcome to Oz” Adult T-shirt
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
“Wicked Witch of the West” Adult T-shirt
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
“Fragile but Feisty” KIds T-shirt
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Glinda Doll
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Oz Doll
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Evanora Doll
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
China Girl Doll
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Wicked Witch of the West Doll
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Wicked Witch of the West Hat
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
OPI Oz Mini Nail Lacquers Set includes four astonishing colors. I Theodora You, Don’t Burst My Bubble, Glints Of Glinda and What Wizardry Is This?
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
Oz: The Great and Powerful Movie Storybook
Disney Oz The great and powerful merchandise
“The Art of Oz: The Great And Powerful

This week I also made a trip to the Disney Store and found even more Oz merchandise. The best thing is that most of the merchandise you find there is unique to the Disney Store. The adult Limited Edition Costumes of Glinda and The Wicked Witch of The West were really impressing as you usually can’t find adult costumes in the Disney Store.

disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Wicked Witch of the West Costume Description LE 300
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Wicked Witch of the West Costume for Adults LE 300 $399.50
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Glinda Costume Description LE 300
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Glinda Costume for Adults LE 300 $349.50
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
“Things are Not Always As They Seem” Adult T-shirt
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Wicked Witch of the West Adult T-shirt
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Glinda Adult T-shirt
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
China Girl Adult T-shirt
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Oz Tote Bag
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Wicked Witch of the West Mug
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Witches of Oz Mug Back
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Witches of Oz Mug Front
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Oz Water Bottle
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Oz Notecard Set
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Inside of the Oz Notecard set. Comes with envelopes.
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Mastering Magic Journal
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
China Girl Doll Small
disney store oz great and powerful merchandise
Finley Plush

So for you guys who have seen the movie, what did you think? Anybody thinking about dressing up as Glinda or the Wicked Witch of the West for next Halloween?

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NEW Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Merchandise!

7 March 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Flower and Garden Festival

This Wednesday was the first day of Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2013 and I was, of course, very excited to check out the new merchandise! Every year the festival features some newly designed merchandise while also bringing back old favorites. Even though our weather here in Orlando has been on the cooler side lately the festival merchandise really gives you that spring feeling!

Flower and Garden Festival
Strawberry Mickey Mouse Ears $19.95
Flower and Garden Festival
Ladybug Minne Mouse Ears Headband $22.95
Flower and Garden Festival
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Women’s Minnie T-shirt
Flower and Garden Festival
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Kid’s T-shirt $21.95
Flower and Garden Festival
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Adult T-shirt $24.95
Flower and Garden Festival
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Mickey “Mow and Grow” T-shirt
Garden Festival Bag
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Mickey Tote $4.95
Garden Festival Bag
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Minnie Drawstring Bag $21.95
Garden Festival Mug
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Mickey/Minnie Coffee Mug $12.95
Garden Festival
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 decanter $16.95
Garden Festival Print
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Official Print $39.95
Garden Festival Magnet
Flower and Garden Festival 2013 Magnet
Garden Festival stone
Mickey Mouse “Welcome” Garden Stone
Garden Festival statue Grumpy
Flower and Garden Festival Grumpy Garden Statues $29.95
Garden Festival statue Dopey
Flower and Garden Festival Dopey Garden Statues $29.95
Garden Festival statue Tinker Bell
Tinker Bell Garden Stepping Stone $34.95
Garden Festival statue Tinker Bell
Tinker Bell Garden Statue $49.95
Garden Festival statue Pin
Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival 2013 Jumbo Pin LE 500 $54.95
Garden Festival statue Pin
Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival 2013 Minnie Mouse Pin LE 5000 $15.95
Garden Festival statue Pin
Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival 20th Anniversary Pin $14.95
Garden Festival statue Pin
Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival 2013 Lady & Tramp Pin LE 5000 $14.95

 

 

 

 

The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival will be held from March 6 – May 19. The place with the best selection of Flower & Garden merchandise is the Festival Center, but you can also find some merchandise around World Showcase and inside Mouse Gear. We’ll be featuring an upcoming post in the next few days covering all the beautiful topiaries and the new food and drink booths added this year, so stay tuned!

So which Flower and Garden merchandise are you most excited to purchase? I will definitely be picking up a pair of LadyBug Minnie Mouse Ears!

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New HARVEYS for Disney Couture Good vs. Evil, Princess and Villains Seatbeltbag Collection

3 March 2013 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

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Zannaland would like to welcome a new writer and roving reporter – Corinne Andersson, who will be bringing us merchandise updates and other Walt Disney World news as she roams the parks. You can find great videos from Corinne and her husband Daniel at their DisneyLifestylers YouTube channel. Welcome, Corinne!

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This week while running around the parks looking for merchandise I found these really beautiful Harvey’s for Disney Couture Princess and Villains seatbeltbags! Princess and Villains merchandise are very popular right now in the parks.

Harveys Seatbeltbags

The bags come in four different styles and all have a princess and villain featured on them to fit the Good vs. Evil theme. They measure around 11”(L) x 11”(H) and are made from durable seatbelt, which makes them the perfect bag to bring with you to the parks! The inside have 1 zip pocket and special storage for things like your cell phone. Price is $178.

Right now I have only spotted these bags in Tren-D at Downtown Disney and Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom but you can also buy them directly from Harvey’s own site.

 

  Harveys Seatbelt bag Aurora Harveys Seatbeltbag Maleficent

Sleeping Beauty Aurora and Maleficent

Harveys Seatbeltbag Ariel Harveys Seatbeltbag Ursula

Little Mermaid Ariel and Ursula

 Harveys Seatbeltbag Snow White Harveys Seatbeltbag Evil Queen

Snow White and Evil Queen

Harveys Seatbeltbag Cinderella Harveys Seatbeltbag Evil Stepmother

Cinderella and Wicked Stepmother

So which one is your favorite Princess/Villain bag? My favorite is probably the Ariel/Ursula bag!

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Locals and Visitors-Win $50 To Use At Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores

3 August 2012 by Suzannah Otis 11 Comments

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Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores August is now upon us and back to school sales are filling up the local stores. A great place to get some shopping done for the school year is right around the corner from Walt Disney World – the Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores. I remember when I was little, I always loved going to the outlets up in New England for back to school clothes, shoes, and backpacks. Not surprisingly, consumers recently surveyed by the National Retail Federation noted that shopping smarter and stretching their budget will be a priority. Now, whether you’re a local or a visitor to our fine state, you could win a $50 gift certificate to use at any of the Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores, one of Central Florida’s best-kept shopping secrets where you’ll find savings up to 75% off at select stores.

The village-style center offers a customer-friendly shopping experience and 50 spacious outlet shops with convenient store-front parking, including favorites: Aeropostale, American Swimwear, Carter’s, Converse Shoes, Dressbarn, Eddie Bauer Outlet, Fossil, G by GUESS, Gap Outlet, Izod, Levi’s® Outlet Store, Loft Outlet, NikeFactoryStore, Old Navy Outlet  and featuring outlet exclusives; OshKosh, Reebok, Samsonite, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Travelpro, Wilsons Leather Outlet and many more!

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tax-free days are now through midnight on Sunday but deals will still be happening throughout the month. Even if you don’t win the giveaway, you can still get in on the savings by downloading a coupon from the Center’s website, then bringing it to Travelpro at the Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores to receive a coupon booklet valued up to $400 in savings. The Center is located at 15657 S Apopka Vineland Rd (SR 535), Orlando, FL 32821.

Shop happy!

 

 

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Finding Some Sparkle in Downtown Disney – Arribas Brothers

19 April 2010 by Suzannah Otis 3 Comments

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The last time I visited Downtown Disney Marketplace with my family, my son wanted to go into Arribas Brothers because he knew they had swords. He’s always loved swords and since the similar shop that once lived inside Cinderella Castle is now gone, this is one of the few places to see them.  We visit the parks and resorts so often, I admit I sometimes take for granted all that Walt Disney World has to offer because we sometimes rely too much on “oh, we’ll see it next time”. So it had actually been a while since I checked out the Arribas Brothers store.

I’ve always had a soft spot for the store as well. As a child, watching someone create art out of glass right before your eyes is always astonishing. Later, when I took a high school trip to Europe, we stopped in Toledo, Spain. There we visited shops that sold hand-crafted swords as well as damascene.

Damascene, or damasquina as the locals call it, is the ancient Moorish art of inlaying gold (or copper or silver) against a matte steel backdrop. The originally light grey steel is scratched and the gold is hammered into the crevices in intricate designs. Then the steel plate is baked in a kiln and blackened while the gold melts into the crevices. When it has cooled, the artist may use special hammers to pound delicate marks into the re-hardened gold. There are two types of damascene: the Spanish, which often features birds or people or scenes out of history, and the Moorish, which features geometric designs. The name comes from the city of Damascus, which was once renowned for its damascene.1

I remember bringing home a brooch for my mother, and then being so excited to show her some of the same designs and explain how it was made to her when we visited Disney World the next year.  It was fun to know a little bit of the history behind what was being sold at Disney. It’s also always nice to look beyond the t-shirts and yes, even Vinylmation figures, and see different styles of art and collectibles.

The Arribas brothers, Tomas and Alfonso, were taught the family art of glass cutting as young men in Spain. They began their affiliation with Disney way back in 1964 when they met Walt Disney at the World’s Fair in New York City and later opened a studio in Disneyland in 1967. It wasn’t until the brothers had already been established with Disney that they branched out into glass-blowing, glass sculpting, and damascene. Of course now they have locations all over the world from Tokyo to Paris to Hong Kong. And of course – at Downtown Disney Marketplace.2

I thought I’d share some pictures here with you! Here is a photo tour of just some of the amazing items available in the store:

[Read more…] about Finding Some Sparkle in Downtown Disney – Arribas Brothers

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