Originally Posted By Rivkah86 As the topic title says, I am doing an essay on disneyland uniforms, past and present(in celebration of fifty years). I am in a Costume class and was assigned a research paper on anything having to do with costume (clothes in general). I chose DL uniforms, and my teacher loved the idea. So, I was wondering if I could get a little input here. These are some of my ideas on sources: 1. I have a few books and pictures of my own that show some of the Disneyland costumes in colored and black-and-white pictures. 2. I also plan to surf the web and try to collect some info. 3. I will be going to the park this weekend and in mid-november, and I will take photos of castmembers, and video as well. I even thought of visiting the Opera House and taking some pictures of photos in the exibits. 4. Lastly, I was thinking maybe City Hall could help me. Or at least, tell me who to write to. Are there any ideas I am missing here? Perhaps, if it weren't too much to ask, some of you, out of the kindness of your hearts, could scan some old photos you might have in your own collections of old DL castmembers in their costumes, and email them to me? If so, I'd be so greatful. Here's what I was thinking in terms of what I'd cover. I'd devide the costumes by their respective "lands" and then devide those into each of the five decades (1955 to date). My paper has to be 5-8 pages long, and I am wondering if that might be too much info to fit in. Any ideas on how to narrow my search? Any help is GREATLY APPRECIATED!!! Thanks ahead of time!
Originally Posted By Big Thunder I dont have any insight, info, or trivia right now about DL costuumes, but they've been on my mind for the last hours after reading this interesting topic in the DL section... <a href="http://mb.laughingplace.com/default.asp?WCI=MsgBoard&WCE=T-68608-P-2&Refresh=1024192157" target="_blank">http://mb.laughingplace.com/de fault.asp?WCI=MsgBoard&WCE=T-68608-P-2&Refresh=1024192157</a>
Originally Posted By Ursula I have a picture of me in my Main Street Merchandise costume from 1989. It's the blue one. Would that be helpful to you? I have a scanner at work I can use.
Originally Posted By Ursula <4. Lastly, I was thinking maybe City Hall could help me. Or at least, tell me who to write to. > I wonder if Alice Davis has a marketing person or someone you can contact.
Originally Posted By Rivkah86 ooo, that would be great Ursula- about the photo of you in costume. Thank You! I'll also check into the alice davis thing...
Originally Posted By Rivkah86 I just got an email back from kevin yee. He told me to inquire about "WDI-Disneyland" (the trailor behind the Mansion), which is in charge of costuming. does anyone here know anything about this? I also just sent a letter off to Walt Disney Studios- Costuming Dept. in Glendale, and am waiting a response. I explained my reasons for writing, and then asked if there was anyone I could interview. So, fingers are crossed. So, I was thinking what I could do in addition to increase the info I have on disneyland Cast Member Costumes, and I came up with the idea of interviewing some of the cast members themselves(past and present) on LP, and asking them general questions, like the overall design of their costumes, where they worked, what was/ is it like wearing them, how functional they are, etc. So, if you are a cast member, and reading this, could you let me interview you? Just through email or something. It wouldn't take long, and I'd be sooooo appreciative!!!
Originally Posted By Tiggirl I worked Main Street Merch last year so if you'd like, I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. My email is in my profile. ) ~Beth
Originally Posted By Chedstro I worked at Carnation on Main Street 1963-1966. Feel free to e-mail me, it is in my profile. Cindy
Originally Posted By DisneyChica I worked at the Blue Ribbon Bakery and ODV in DCA in 2001. My e-mail's in my profile if you want to ask me anything.
Originally Posted By TDLFAN If anyone ever want to do an essay on WDW's costumes, all you need to do is go to The GAP in your local mall.
Originally Posted By Rivkah86 Ok, I just came back from DL, and I just wanted to let you all know I took some great pictures. I still need more, expecially on Main st. and in tomorrowland. It was really funny asking the CM's for their pictures. After asking them, most would be extremely hesitant, and some would be really flattered. Several of them did a double take and asked, "ME?"- some even were saying that they were so unused to the idea of people wanting to take their pictures. It was just so interesting to see their reactions! Anywho, I noticed that the uniforms for the Carnation Cafe have been chaged. I don't know how recently, but I guess it would have to have been in the last few weeks. I really like them! So, all in all, a really great experience. I'll be going back this weekend and the weekend after for more pics.
