Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique FAQ's w/ Photos

[kiminoh]

Can anyone who has gone to both BBB tell me which one they liked better. I took my daughters to the Downtown Disney one in August and loved it.I also thought the photo shoot was great. I would like to go the the BBB in the castle our next trip. where do they do the photo shoot and how is it.


Thanks

I've only been to the one in the castle, but the photo place is in the Emporium on Main St., close to the entrance/exit.

 

[Fire14]

Thanks SO MUCH for the info.! It is very helpful. Do you know, does the basic pkg. take just a half hour?

I'd allow 45 min but yes it takes roughly 30 min for hair and makeup once you get into chair. A lot depends on hairstyle you choose and how your hair behaves.
I personally liked castle better and it felt more quiet and royal. It maybe that It was my first trip to castle and 3rd to DTD. Your photo shoot is done at Emporium which is near front of park next to Tony's Town Square.

 

[kiminoh]

I just realized in my last couple of posts I have been saying the photos are done in the emporium on Main St., I meant to say the Exposition Hall.

 

[kiminoh]

Was anyone else at the BBB in the castle the morning of October 12? That's when we were there. I think the FGIT we had was named Mallory.

 

[AngieBelle]

My daughter had sparkly nail polish put on, no fake nails. Also, somewhere back in this thread someone said they don't accept tips but when we were there a couple of weeks ago, we tipped and so did a lot of people.

Both fake nails and polish are available- although some FGITs don't bring out the fake nails for the youngest princesses. Also, the polish is usually encouraged over the press-ons due to them falling off easily.

And about the tips- when the MK BBB opened, the policy was changed, and tips are being accepted if offered, but they have to be cash only, and although they are very much appreciated, they are NOT mandatory. Please only tip if you really want to do so and don't feel any pressure to!

 

[dis princess]

wondering about the fake nails.......
-Can you get polish under them incase they fall off??
- How well do they say on for a teen who won't really be picking at them to much?

 

[bbmommy]

What a beauty she is! We can't wait to do this in just a few short weeks!

Sara

Thank you!

 

[davisdenyel]

I know this probably has been asked before but the thread is sooo long. My dd(3) will be doing the BBB in a little over a week. Is there anything we need to bring of our own for the makeover(like brush or comb,etc)? She will be wearing a dress that I already bought and will be getting the basic package. But I want the tiara and hair piece. So I have to pay for the tiara is this correct? If so how much is it? I want her hair partially up with some curly hair hanging (I would guess thats what the hair piece is for). What is this style called? Any other tips and or advise would be appreciated We are so excited

Thank You

 

[MsFGIT]

I know this probably has been asked before but the thread is sooo long. My dd(3) will be doing the BBB in a little over a week. Is there anything we need to bring of our own for the makeover(like brush or comb,etc)? She will be wearing a dress that I already bought and will be getting the basic package. But I want the tiara and hair piece. So I have to pay for the tiara is this correct? If so how much is it? I want her hair partially up with some curly hair hanging (I would guess thats what the hair piece is for). What is this style called? Any other tips and or advise would be appreciated We are so excited

Thank You

If your princess has hair that is prone to tangles, a brush is much appreciated by any FGIT! Since you're bringing her costume, feel free to ask the ladies at podium (check-in) if you can use the changing room briefly to put it on. If you want the style with the curly hair piece, that's called the Disney Diva. It does not come with a tiara, so you would have to add it for an extra 10 dollars. And, just to clarify, all styles call for the hair being pulled up completely, so even if you choose the Diva, none of her natural hair will be left down. Unless, of course, it's too short to be pulled up! Phew...Hope this helps at all!

 

[kaysmommie]

My DD had her nails done, and they only painted them. I never saw any fake nails.

And about the crown, I can't help you there. DD wore her own costume in that day. Sorry!

When my DD got her makeover in the Castle 3 weeks ago they gave a choice of either the press on nails or polish. Either they gave you one set to take home with you. Of course my DD opted for the press on nails even thoug hI tried to push her towards the polish.

 

[Fire14]

Was anyone else at the BBB in the castle the morning of October 12? That's when we were there. I think the FGIT we had was named Mallory.

I was I was I had Stephanie and can't recall other FGIT name. I was BIg kid in lt blue shorts.

 

[nikkistevej]

My DD on her 5th birthday at the DTD BBB. She loved it, even though she is a bit of a tomboy. Before:

My nephew got the "Cool Dude"

 

[kimkarli]

SO CUTE!!!! My daughter will be there on her 8th birthday, Dec. 16th. I can hardly wait. She knows about the trip, but I have managed to keep the BBB visit a secret, and that is a feat for me!

 

[everest]

That sounds so cute!!! But, what are the pictures taken with Tinkerbell?

If you ask a PhotoPass photographer if they can put Tinkerbell in your child’s hand they will let you know if they can, but will also explain to your child how they want them to pose. The photographer then inserts the Tinkerbell image in your child hands.

Example below;

 

[praline3001]

The Diva hair piece ("extensions") is basically like a ponytail holder with hair around it. It's secured with hairpins and/or bobby pins. It's very easy to take out and put back on the next day, but the styling of the hairpiece might be a little shot once you pop it back on the head. But, you still get the effect of long, gorgeous hair, and that's usually what counts.

MsFGIT I just wanted to say thanks for answering so many of our questions!
This is such a wonderful addition for those little girls who might be too short to enjoy the larger attractions! My daughter will be going in Feb and she is such a girlie girl! I think she is more excited of this than seeing Mickey
Thanks so much for helping us understand this new attraction so we moms don't feel lost when we get there

 

[dis princess]

wondering about the fake nails.......
-Can you get polish under them incase they fall off??
- How well do they say on for a teen who won't really be picking at them to much?

 

[MermaidQueen]

New to all of this and I am loving all this information. I was considering this for my dd who will be three and a half when we go to DW. I didn't read all the threads but from what I read I am really considering doing this for her. She loves all the princesses and would getting to look like one for a day!! thanks again!!

 

[craz4disney]

We are getting soooo excited! Only 26 more days or so till our trip!!! WAHOOOOOOO!!!!!

Our appts are for the Tuesday the 27th of November! Will anyone else be there?
All of this information is helping a lot! I have been to Disney 5 times my Dh 1 time and dd5 once and dd3 this is her first time! The DD princesses are going to be ecstatic! Which hairstyle do you think would hold the best! We are doing the MVMCP that night also!!!

 

[pumpkinfish]

Hey everyone! I wanted to share my pictures from my BBB session last week (10-18 @ 8:30 am). I had a great time! My FGITs were funny and entertaining (whether they realized it or not). I opted to not get my makeup done since it really wasn't me. I chose the Pop Princess with rainbow hair. I also asked for extra hairspray since I would be riding rollercoasters/fast rides. I had several comments throughout the day from people saying they liked my hairstyle. I wonder if they thought that was a norm for me . I plan on visiting BBB again next trip in April 08!

Before shot:

During:

After:

I wanted to see the back so DH took a picture for me:

And a bonus. The FGITs asked if DH wanted to get his hair done. He said he didn't have enough. Well this was the wrong response because they picked up the magic wand and glittered the heck out of him!
(sorry only the photopass person got this shot, but trust me, it was FUNNY!)

 

[Caitsmama]

wondering about the fake nails.......
-Can you get polish under them incase they fall off??
- How well do they say on for a teen who won't really be picking at them to much?

Not sure -- but my dd didn't have "fake nails" last year, she just had her own nails polished.. I wouldn't put fake nails on her, as i am sure they would be off within an hour. Maybe they give you a choice.. i don't remember.. but we did get to bring the bottle of polish home too.