Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique FAQ PART II - w/ Photos

[AuntTonia]

My niece will be 8 when we go to Disney in Sept. I have a BBB appointment for her. I plan on taking her something to wear before we go. This is all a surprise for her.
The problem is she is big for her age. She's as tall as her 10yr. brother and is already in a size 14. Since this is a surprise I don't want her trying on to many things.
How do you think I should go about getting her something that will fit and look good on her?? Where do I look? Disney clothes sometimes seem to be small on her. Ebay seems risky since I don't know what size to do. She's really into HSM and likes Jasmine. Or I was thinking of just getting her a really cute sundress.

 

[DisDancerina]

Yessssssssssssss! I am going to Bibbindi Bobbddi Boutique!!!!!!!!

 

[princessmom29]

It has been that way since I started in the BBB in Jan until the day I left which was May 15. They say 12 because 13 begins the "teenage" years and they figure that not many 13 yr olds would want a costume and if they did, some 13 yr olds are so grown up these days that would/might confuse younger children. We fit 9 yr olds all the time...more younger kids than 9 but if they have younger siblings they tend to want the same treatment.

The ADR systems are wacked if you ask me. My friend called to make her DD an appt for in Sept and was told only one parent was allowed in the room with her which is a total lie. We *try* and say that if there is more than 4 or 5 adults per one princess at MK we will talk to the family and see if they can switch off until the reveal. When she called last year her daughter was turning three at the end of their vacation and they were told she couldn't have it done and that BBB would check park tickets which is crazy bc we don't check park tickets and as long as the princesses is within a month or so of being 3 we will take them.

We're not quite sure what gets mixed and messed up between the BBB and the ADR system but they really need to start meshing together so we do not have angry guests

I'm sorry you were given false information but that's how it has been ever since I was at BBB and I know that is how it is today. You wouldn't believe how many moms we get that ask if we have adult costumes (which we don't) but they want to be apart of the magic too...but only on party nights!!

Thanks for the ACCURATE info!!!!!!!

 

[kristin3]

F.G.I.Training-
Do you see many older princesses? My DD is 10 years old and we plan on doing the castle package. We have never done this before and I figure that this is the last time that she is going to be able to do it. I don't want her to feel out of place. I know that many have their hair done, but do many older (older -she's only 10) princesses do the whole package. I have got her excited about it but I don't want her to feel different because she is older. We are not going to a park that day. We are going to DTD for her appt, hanging out at our resort (we are just checking in that day), and then doing HDDR for dinner.
I was just wondering about the castle package for the 9-10 yr old princesses?
Thanks for your input.

My dd is 9, and we just did BBB 2 wks ago. She was Jasmine. She fit right in and loved it. Jasmine is a good costume for the older princesses.
Your dd will love it!

 

[Atchley]

Thanks to everyone's responses! This is making me feel so much better about going. DD usually wears a size 7/8 shirt or dress now, so costume size isn't a problem.
I thought the age limit was 10 and under, but the FGIT say that is 12, so no worries there. We are not planning on doing a park that day anyways. She has asked if she can wear it when we go to CRT though. I don't think she'll wear it all day though. We may have to change before we go.
I am getting so excited now!

 

[Mickeyteacher]

We are going in a few weeks. 3 adults, a 4 year old girl and an 8 year old boy for the cool dude. I will have to ready this thread tomorrow.
S

 

[strmtroopr96]

My niece will be 8 when we go to Disney in Sept. I have a BBB appointment for her. I plan on taking her something to wear before we go. This is all a surprise for her.
The problem is she is big for her age. She's as tall as her 10yr. brother and is already in a size 14. Since this is a surprise I don't want her trying on to many things.
How do you think I should go about getting her something that will fit and look good on her?? Where do I look? Disney clothes sometimes seem to be small on her. Ebay seems risky since I don't know what size to do. She's really into HSM and likes Jasmine. Or I was thinking of just getting her a really cute sundress.

Hi there! Your niece sounds like the same size as my 8 1/2 year old DD. I am surprising her with a Snow White costume for her BBB appt. but knew there was no way she would fit into a Disney Store dress anymore. She has been squeezing into the size 10/12 for 2 years now. LOL

I was able to find a brand new one on Ebay from Disneyland in a size 14 for only $20 shipped! It is really nice because the top part is stretchy so she should have no problem fitting into it.

I have also bought her a few tshirts from DisneyShopping.com that are a ladies size Medium and because they are fitted shirts, they fit fit her perfectly.

We are going to 1900 Park Fare for dinner one night and I also have a 2 year old DD (who is the complete opposite of her sister and tiny LOL) and wanted something cute and matchy for them to wear. Of course, that is near impossible because of the size difference. So I have bought both a Cinderella tshirt (but may return those because the one for older DD is only a 10/12 and small and instead find a cute design and make my own from the DIS-igns threads) and am planning to try and make Tutu's in Cinderella colors. LOL I have had the tulle sitting here for months and haven't started yet though. The directions seemed easy enough but I am such a procrastinator. I should start though because I did want to try and sell a few this weekend at our Relay For Life.

Another idea is to look into the Pillowcase style dresses. For bigger kids, they can be worn as tops instead. I have 2 here for oldest DD and she will wear them over bike type shorts instead.

Hope that helps!! I know how hard to find something cute for young girls who aren't so little anymore! LOL

 

[DisDancerina]

As of June 9, 2008 the prices are going up. the "Coach" pkge will be 49.95 plus tax. The "Crown" pkg will be 54.95 plus tax and the castle will be 189.95 to 249.95 plus tax.

Does this apply to people who've already booked their reservations?

 

[Fire14]

Does this apply to people who've already booked their reservations?

My guess would be yes I was caught in last price increase and had to pay new price even though my appt had been booked for 5 mos.

 

[mcsmom]

We are going to WDW in Sept and I am trying to decide if I should make DD(3) and appt. at BBB.

We already have several princess dresses so I am thinking about the middle package. I have two questions:

1. With the middle package, does the princess get to choose which hairstyle she wants?
2. Can you still have a photo shoot after the appt?


Jeanna

 

[PiratePrincess99]

We are going to WDW in Sept and I am trying to decide if I should make DD(3) and appt. at BBB.

We already have several princess dresses so I am thinking about the middle package. I have two questions:

1. With the middle package, does the princess get to choose which hairstyle she wants?
2. Can you still have a photo shoot after the appt?


Jeanna

You do get to pick the hairstyle you want. You can do the photo shoot. The photo shoot is free but you can buy the same pic package that comes with the Castle package. Its four, 4 by 6 and one 8 by 10, it costs 30 bucks.

 

[mindyd]

My guess would be yes I was caught in last price increase and had to pay new price even though my appt had been booked for 5 mos.

That's great I have two children doing the big package my daughters are getting older but I think this will be our last year at BBB. I just don't know if the price increase and I am sure there will be one next year will be worth it.

 

[mcsmom]

Thanks PiratePrincess99!

Another question- Are the photos from the photo shoot included put on Photopass?

 

[PiratePrincess99]

Thanks PiratePrincess99!

Another question- Are the photos from the photo shoot included put on Photopass?

The photos are put right onto your photopass.

 

[JulieNMM]

yes there is a hsm cheer outfit that the girls can pick from. Also alice in wonderland, pocohanas as well as a female pirate outfit. The only outfit the WOD does not have is mulan.

Which, of course, is the one my DD wants! She already has or had Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Belle, Jasmine, Ariel (wedding dress), and Alice.

We are going to BBB in the castle on 6/22. Do you think the prices will be higher than what I was quoted when I made the appts a few weeks ago?

JULIE

 

[DisDancerina]

My guess would be yes I was caught in last price increase and had to pay new price even though my appt had been booked for 5 mos.

I'm sorry I'm in the same boat.

Which, of course, is the one my DD wants! She already has or had Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Belle, Jasmine, Ariel (wedding dress), and Alice.

We are going to BBB in the castle on 6/22. Do you think the prices will be higher than what I was quoted when I made the appts a few weeks ago?

JULIE

I think it will be the more money, even though you already booked it. I have the same problem

 

[FairyDust2008]

We did the castle package @ BBB in DDD over Memorial Day Weekend. It was REALLY NICE Our FGIT did a FABULOUS JOB She was very meticulous working on my dd little bun on the top of her head. She has kind of bob length hair so I was wondering if we would have to go with the hair extensions but the FGIT said we didn't have to and she would be able to do the princess do and she really did some MAGIC because dd hair looked soooooooooooooooooooo darling DD thought she was truly a "PRINCESS", which she is but after she picked out ARIEL'S wedding dress, we waited in the store for our beeper to go off and when it did, we arrived at the podium and they took us to our "royal chamber" dressing room and her dress, sandals, wand and crown awaited her. We put everything on and then the transformation began. It was truly a "MAGICAL" moment and something we both will remember forever. The picture package was also very very nice. We had MANY compliments throughout DDD from different people calling my dd PRINCESS everywhere we went. I have pictures but haven't had time to download yet. Anyone wondering whether or not to do the BBB, don't hesitate. It was WELL WORTH THE $$. The Ariel dress was very pretty and the sandals are something she can wear with normal clothes, dresses. Her dress did rip at the end of the night coming home getting off the bus, a little tear at the bottom but nothing that some scissors can't trim up. I'm sure my dd dress little tear was nothing compared to the girls I saw wearing them in the parks riding rides. The hairdo lasted 3 days after. The only part that kind of fell down was a little piece in the back by her neck. The FGIT said to wrap the bun in toilet paper and toilet paper around her head to protect it and it worked even thought the toilet paper was in the bed the following morning, it did help keep the style. Coming home from vacation, we had numerous comments on dd hair. WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE

 

[PrincessMama605]

I am taking my (soon to be) three DD on our first ever trip to WDW. I am planning to take her to BBB to have hair, makeup, dress, the whole thing. I am just wondering if we need to bring her own comb? And do the packages include accessories, like a purse, wand, etc? Since this is the first time ever I want it be really special.[/

 

[chirurgeon]

What are the different ways they put up the hair? Is it just a pony tail turned into a bun? Are there any other styles?

Kim

 

[DisDancerina]

I am taking my (soon to be) three DD on our first ever trip to WDW. I am planning to take her to BBB to have hair, makeup, dress, the whole thing. I am just wondering if we need to bring her own comb? And do the packages include accessories, like a purse, wand, etc? Since this is the first time ever I want it be really special.[/

I was told that we have to bring our own comb and our own brush.