Official 2017 D23 Expo Thread

[Roxyfire]

I don't think Disney has quite figured out how to tap the popular market as far as clothing. In my lifetime I've seen it go from really blatant over-the-top bright designs, busy designs, etc. to what they think is super edgy clothing. You know they're struggling, or there wouldn't be such a booming market on places like at etsy, independent business clothing designers, and chain stores like Target, Hot Topic, Torrid, and others that sell Disney licensed clothing. All that, and Disney hasn't even figured out how to create quality clothing. The one hoodie I ordered from them was shipped from Zappo's, which was unexpected. I have to agree with the previous poster and say that the stuff in the parks and the stores just seems very cheaply made.

Oh well, it's clear they're trying. Maybe they'll get there soon. It's probably impossible to conduct, but I would love to see a study between what younger Disney fans prefer from clothing and what some of the older generations might prefer. If you follow the room decor boards seems like there's a great variance there, and I have to think some of it is just what people are used to. On Instagram, Reddit, and other social media the small business/independent printed stuff is really popular.

I don't really mean Disney merch in general, I just mean fandom stuff. Specifically, Her Universe stuff is sold all over including Hot Topic. I first saw it on ThinkGeek and saw some pieces on Reddit back when I really was into more fandom stuff. I think she works closely with them, but Disney owned IP is not the only thing Ashley Eckstein designs. I'm also speaking to the trend of it being really over the top. I realize as I age, I'm no longer the target audience. I'm more apt to buy something with hidden detail than something really overt. Even a few years ago I was super into the daily tee sites and now I really just have nowhere to wear that stuff.

 

[skier_pete]

Pete Werner says the Mickey ride at GMR will be Mickey taking you through Disney animated movies. He sounded very confident in saying this as if he saw something during his backstage magic tour at WDI this past week.

If they let him see it at BSM - then it's going to be announced. That tour was incredible, but they were very, very secretive about anything upcoming.

 

[Minnesota!]

Merchandise courtesy of Attraction magazine

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I don't like Disney Merchandise, 90% of the time, but I LOOOOVE this stuff!

Former animator in the crowd who is celebrating her 107th birthday - she worked on things from the 40's through the 70's

Amazing!!

 

[lockedoutlogic]

well, to be fair, he needs to hype it is up - as it is clear no one is excited about it or expecting anything ... really, no rumors, nothing - it's like no one cares

His cable networks are in deep kakaaa...

It's part of a bigger picture...that's why he just MAY announce a lot of stuff...have to cover the retreat with something...the street is watching

 

[creamcityleo79]

If they are going to go with some deeper animated musical cuts, I'd love to see Oliver and Company get some love! To me, this movie is SO underrated and the music is still so good!

 

[rteetz]

Disney store is getting a new look

http://www.**************.net/2017/...l&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer

 

[MamaBelle4]

If they are going to go with some deeper animated musical cuts, I'd love to see Oliver and Company get some love! To me, this movie is SO underrated and the music is still so good!

Of course the music is good!! It's Billy Joel in NYC!

 

[PaintsWithAllTheColors]

Everything's been great so far, for my very first Expo!! We did some minor shopping in the Dream store (pins), caught a bit of the Zootopia Animation discussion, stumbled upon a free legging giveaway from Lularoe (why not??), and grabbed a Stagepass for the Pirates panel. I will say this: we waited 1.5 hours for that stage pass. There are still tons of stagepasses left for all remaining panels and there is virtually no line to get them. Definitely notes for the rest of the weekend.

 

[intertile]

Predictions:
1) Epcot overhaul in 3 phases
Phase 1 - Rat in France
UOE to be overhauled into GoG coaster
Mars overhaul
Phase 2 - they won't confirm anything except that they will fix innovations, add a country, add a attractions to another country(i.e. UK), overhaul imaginations, etc but will be vague with nothing concrete

2) GMR will be shuttered by December to create mickey ride
3) Gondalas to be announced officially
4) Mk tron rollercoaster

I'm fairly confirdent in first 3...if we get #4 then bonus, but not counting on it

 

[rteetz]

Animation panel just got underway. Last year was Disney's biggest in animation according to Alan Horn.

 

[rteetz]

John Lasseter on stage now.

 

[creamcityleo79]

John Lasseter on stage now.

He's my favorite! The mind, heart, and soul of Walt Disney in that one! <3

 

[rteetz]

John Lasseter had a t shirt cannon giving away Hawaiian style shirts like he wears.

 

[rteetz]

Toon studios is working on a new film about air flight.

 

[rteetz]

That film opens April 12, 2019. Focused on space jets rather than planes.

 

[Redo Epcot]

Disney store is getting a new look

http://www.**************.net/2017/...l&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer

This approach really shows the push on the parks

 

[PuppyJonathan]

Animation panel just got underway. Last year was Disney's biggest in animation according to Alan Horn.

Well of course! You got a billion dollar hit and one that everyone thought would outdo it in regards to box office/awards that just somehow didn't

He's my favorite! The mind, heart, and soul of Walt Disney in that one! <3

I would say closest we've ever gotten to a second Walt. We will probably never have another one but if someone made a list not based on opinion he would be number one or two

 

[lockedoutlogic]

It was a mess. Lots of really dangerous pushing.

We should be going in soon for the panel and my phone has to go to jail.

I've been posting a lot on Twitter and Instagram.

I get flamed when I say disney people need to grow up and act their age...

...for some reason I had the urge to point it out right now.


And is it just me...or does that "her universe"
Stuff seem like it was specifically designed for Halloween parties at fraternity houses?

...I assume the material is "no wrinkle"

 

[rteetz]

4 new songs in new Olaf short film.

 

[rteetz]

Josh Gad and Kristen Bell on stage now.