Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique ~ ALL you need to know + Tons of Pix ~ Updated 10/2012

[KarlaG4Kids]

Can anyone tell me how much the tutus are?

 

[nannye]

Grrr just typed a long message and it disappeard.
Anyways a few questions

1. Buying the costume
Is it cheaper to buy the costume elsewhere like a disney store at the mall or is it better to spend the extra to let my V pick out her costume at BBB.
OR
Will it be a little cheaper to buy the costume at one of the disney stores (Magic Kingdom) than BBB

2. If I buy the costume elsewhere I would do the crown package hair nails and makeup, BUT How much is the optional Image Package? If I get this am I still saving money or should I just get the Castle Package instead?

3. Is the optional image package worth it? Are they good quality pics? Is that done in BBB or do we need to go elsewhere?

4. If I don't get the image package and just get photo pass pics done, are they done on a princess backdrop?

4. One thing I don't quite understand about photopass is the cost involved. After your trip you log in and can choose the pics you want. Can you get ALL the pics photopass took on 1 DVD? or is that uber expensive? Do you pay per picture or how does it work?


5. which BBB location is best, I'm thinking beside the castle as we would stay nearby and go to the princess lunch after? (it's what a lot of people do, so I read?)

Thank you so much for the help, I am just starting to plan a disney trip, and OMG i think it is going to take just an insane amount of time to plan. wohoo!

Erin

 

[jzzikamarie]

Can anyone tell me how much the tutus are?

I'm thinking they were 29.99 or 34.99...along that range. Not bad, considering the whole costume/dress is around 59.99. They had tanks paired up with these tutus also, but I didn't think they really matched well. IMO, I would just buy a cute tank in a solid color at Children's Place or Justice to match up with the one you are wanting.

 

[ReneeDisney]

You are welcome! I was told you had to buy them ahead of time, then bring them in.

THANKS for all the details!

 

[mom2rtk]

Grrr just typed a long message and it disappeard.
Anyways a few questions

1. Buying the costume
Is it cheaper to buy the costume elsewhere like a disney store at the mall or is it better to spend the extra to let my V pick out her costume at BBB.
OR
Will it be a little cheaper to buy the costume at one of the disney stores (Magic Kingdom) than BBB

2. If I buy the costume elsewhere I would do the crown package hair nails and makeup, BUT How much is the optional Image Package? If I get this am I still saving money or should I just get the Castle Package instead?

3. Is the optional image package worth it? Are they good quality pics? Is that done in BBB or do we need to go elsewhere?

4. If I don't get the image package and just get photo pass pics done, are they done on a princess backdrop?

4. One thing I don't quite understand about photopass is the cost involved. After your trip you log in and can choose the pics you want. Can you get ALL the pics photopass took on 1 DVD? or is that uber expensive? Do you pay per picture or how does it work?


5. which BBB location is best, I'm thinking beside the castle as we would stay nearby and go to the princess lunch after? (it's what a lot of people do, so I read?)

Thank you so much for the help, I am just starting to plan a disney trip, and OMG i think it is going to take just an insane amount of time to plan. wohoo!

Erin

1) I think the costumes in the park are around $60. Finding one ahead of time allows you to look for a better deal. Then you don't have to worry about them being out of her size the day you're there.

2) Don't know how much the image package is. But if you're buying the CD, you can just have them put them on your photopass acct and they will all be included. Also, the prints I do at home on my own printer are nicer than what they print there.

3) The BBB photo studio is located in Castle Couture, the shop just behind the castle. As an added bonus, the Fairy Godmother herself makes appearances right outside the shop off an on most mornings.

4a) It is a solid blue background

4b) The photopass CD is $150, but there is a preorder deal where you can buy it for $99. Just order prior to your trip. If you don't like your photos and change your mind, it is fully refundable. Currently there are no limits to the number of photos you can have on this CD.

5) My personal preference is the castle location. It just adds to the fun to have a makeover IN the castle. And yes, breakfast of lunch at CRT is a great next step.

A couple more things........ The photopass photographers are hit and miss. Don't get your hopes too high. Some do a great job others don't. If you want to review the photos at the studio, they have a monitor there so you can see them.

Do not forget to also go back around in front of the castle for some photos there too. The studio shots are nice, but I really prefer the ones in front of the castle.

 

[Singledad]

4. One thing I don't quite understand about photopass is the cost involved. After your trip you log in and can choose the pics you want. Can you get ALL the pics photopass took on 1 DVD? or is that uber expensive? Do you pay per picture or how does it work?

yes to all of the above! You can log in at the end of your trip, see all of your photos, and pay and receive only one. (or however many you want). you may decide you want all of them taken, and order a CD. Yes it is indeed expensive. The best deal is to pre-order the CD. This is what I did this year as I am a single parent and would much rather tell a photog that I pre-ordered the CD and feel free to snap away, than stand there focusing on taking a million shots with my camera and not being able to just ENJOY the experience. (both the BBB and characters). The concern I see most often with pre-ordering the CD is 'What if I end up not wanting any of the pictures taken, or I don't feel I got my monies worth?' Well, you can get a refund on your pre-order. so long as you DONT 'check out' the preorder. (as in, do the preorder, go on your trip, come back, check out the pictures... dont order the CD and check out. rather go get your refund if you want it.)

and you save about 50 bucks by pre-ordering. http://www.disneyphotopass.com/previsitoffer.aspx for preordering.

hope I covered what you were wondering about photopass wise.

 

[monkeybug]

Last time we went to BBB there was a photo session at the Exposition hall (I think that's what it's called) included. I had pre ordered the photopass cd and we got the crown package.
When I made the reservation this time the CM told me that photos aren't included with the crown package. Is this true? We are getting the cd again.

 

[jzzikamarie]

Last time we went to BBB there was a photo session at the Exposition hall (I think that's what it's called) included. I had pre ordered the photopass cd and we got the crown package.
When I made the reservation this time the CM told me that photos aren't included with the crown package. Is this true? We are getting the cd again.

Not sure on that, but you don't go to Expo Hall anymore. They changed the name to Town Square Theater. That is where you now meet Mickey/Minnie and the Princess (for the time being). For the photo session, you go to the back of the castle to the shop that was once Tink's Treasures. It's now called Castle Couture.

 

[monkeybug]

Not sure on that, but you don't go to Expo Hall anymore. They changed the name to Town Square Theater. That is where you now meet Mickey/Minnie and the Princess (for the time being). For the photo session, you go to the back of the castle to the shop that was once Tink's Treasures. It's now called Castle Couture.

Okay, thanks! I guess I will just ask when we get there. I hope they are included! My daughter and her best friends are going together and we are moving away two weeks after the trip. It would be nice to have pictures of the girls together.

 

[lilys.mom]

Just got back from our trip. My DD had an appointment that we had to cancel due to her being sick and the weather. There were thunderstorms all day long the day it was scheduled so there was no way I was paying for it to be done, just to have it ruined the second we stepped out from the castle. I did get a few pics of the tutus though. These could be bought at pretty much any store. There were so many to choose from, but I just snapped a few to give you all a better idea as to what they look like. Off the top of my head, I remember they had Minnie, and a couple in bright colors with no particular princess theme.

Jasmine

Cinderella

Belle

Tiana

These are so stinking cute. I am hoping I can talke DD into one of these instead of a full costume..we leave Saturday!!! Were these just at BBB? or everywhere.???/

 

[jzzikamarie]

These are so stinking cute. I am hoping I can talke DD into one of these instead of a full costume..we leave Saturday!!! Were these just at BBB? or everywhere.???/

I saw these everywhere...from resorts, parks, DTD. Castle Couture in MK seemed to have more to choose from though.

 

[jenseib]

Last time we went to BBB there was a photo session at the Exposition hall (I think that's what it's called) included. I had pre ordered the photopass cd and we got the crown package.
When I made the reservation this time the CM told me that photos aren't included with the crown package. Is this true? We are getting the cd again.

The photopackage is NOT included...that is a print package. If you want photos taken, you can and have them put on the CD, but they don't call that part of the package.

 

[monkeybug]

The photopackage is NOT included...that is a print package. If you want photos taken, you can and have them put on the CD, but they don't call that part of the package.

Oh good! I don't want prints, I just want the little photo session and then the pics. added to my CD. So that IS included right?

 

[lilys.mom]

I saw these everywhere...from resorts, parks, DTD. Castle Couture in MK seemed to have more to choose from though.

Thank you!!!! Our appointment at the castle is at 8:10 am the park opens at 8....will we will be able to go through early since really they want you there 15mins before a reservation????? Also do you think CAstle Couture will be open at this time??? This is our first MK day...hopefully we can find a skirt elsewhere ahead of time.

 

[Family Loves Disney]

Does anyone know if they have Rapunzel? And if they do, what does it include as in accessories, besides the shoes? TIA.

 

[nannye]

Thanks for the help answering my other questions ladies and gents.
Here is the situation. I am a nanny and the family I work for has a house in Florida (Sarasota) They have asked me to go to Florida with them the last week of August. I have gotten the okay to take my 4 year old charge V to disney. So yes it is 5 months away still, but the trip is not 100% for sure yet, it's about 99.9% sure. We are going unless something unforseen comes up. It will be official when the plan tix are booked. My boss has not yet bought the tix and is keeping her eye out for a seat sale. My question is I want to book V in at the boutique for the earliest appointment I can get on the second day we will be there. We will only be staying for 1 or 2 nights (poss 3 if I can swing it) Can I call and book her a boutique appointment even tho we haven't made official Disney reservations yet? I know you have to give your credit card number which is fine, is there a deposit associated with the booking? Will they let me book without disney reservations? I just want to try and get a good appointment time.

Second question what is best breakfast lunch or dinner with the princesses? I haven't yet found that info on the website on what is available when etc...
thnaks

 

[jzzikamarie]

Does anyone know if they have Rapunzel? And if they do, what does it include as in accessories, besides the shoes? TIA.

The only place I found a Rapunzel dress/hair was in Epcot in Germany at the toy store.

 

[hardingk]

We were there last week and all I saw was the hair at Downtown Disney. Didn't see the dresses or any other accessories anywhere else. When we were there in February, we saw them at HS, by the Little Mermaid show, but no sign of them this trip.

 

[GoofyMomInOhio]

We were there last week and all I saw was the hair at Downtown Disney. Didn't see the dresses or any other accessories anywhere else. When we were there in February, we saw them at HS, by the Little Mermaid show, but no sign of them this trip.

Same here ~ when we were there last week I asked at several different places and all of them told me they were sold out everywhere on property. When we got home, I lucked out and found a size 10 at our local Disney Store. I would have prefered the Parks one but my DD will be just as thrilled.

 

[GoofyMomInOhio]

Thanks for the help answering my other questions ladies and gents.
Here is the situation. I am a nanny and the family I work for has a house in Florida (Sarasota) They have asked me to go to Florida with them the last week of August. I have gotten the okay to take my 4 year old charge V to disney. So yes it is 5 months away still, but the trip is not 100% for sure yet, it's about 99.9% sure. We are going unless something unforseen comes up. It will be official when the plan tix are booked. My boss has not yet bought the tix and is keeping her eye out for a seat sale. My question is I want to book V in at the boutique for the earliest appointment I can get on the second day we will be there. We will only be staying for 1 or 2 nights (poss 3 if I can swing it) Can I call and book her a boutique appointment even tho we haven't made official Disney reservations yet? I know you have to give your credit card number which is fine, is there a deposit associated with the booking? Will they let me book without disney reservations? I just want to try and get a good appointment time.

Second question what is best breakfast lunch or dinner with the princesses? I haven't yet found that info on the website on what is available when etc...
thnaks

To help with your first question, you can go ahead and book her appointment before you make your resort reservations. You do not have to be staying on property to make your appointment at the 180 day mark (or later). They didn't charge my credit card (no deposit) until we were there. Actually I paid using my rewards cards so I didn't even use that credit card to pay. I think it is just for 'no-show' purposes. Hope that all makes sense!!