25 Halloween Costume Ideas Straight From #D23Expo

*Edited: Since this post was first published we have chosen to remove about 20 images of people in costumes that were candid photos. We were just admiring the costumes and did not realize that we were causing cosplayers to get upset. We apologize for any misunderstanding and inconvenience that was caused. Going forward, we will only post photos of cosplayers who are posing for the picture and are able to present themselves as the character in the way of their choosing. Thank you for your understanding.*

As crazy as it seems, Halloween Time is right around the corner. We've already started talking about what we want to be for Halloween, have you? It takes some real thought and planning to create a Disney costume, especially if you are making it yourself. Whether you are planning on attending Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World, Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland Resort or throwing your own spooky soiree you'll want to look fabulous. (obvi) Not to worry we've got you covered with these Disney-inspired costumes (aka our coverage of cosplayers) from this year's D23 Expo sure to get your creative juices flowing and your imagination soaring! We can't wait to see what you come up with! From the incredible ensembles we saw at the Expo, it looks like we had better step up our game!

Stay tuned for the best couples costumes at D23 Expo coming soon on Disney Sisters blog.

Which is your favorite costume from the D23 Expo? 
Let us know in the comments below.

Disclosure: We attended D23 Expo as members of the media. - thanks D23. No other compensation was received. The opinions on this blog are 100% magical and 100% those of the Disney Sisters only. All photos belong to us unless stated otherwise. Thank you for reading our blog!

Happy Halloween from Snow White and Alice in Wonderland

H A P P Y   H A L L O W E E N . . .

wishing you all of the tricks and treats this spooky season brings!

From, 

Snow White and Alice in Wonderland

(aka Disney Sisters Becky and Jessica)

Disclosure: Costumes (Snow White and Alice in Wonderland) compliments of Disney Store.

Costumes at Disneyland's Mickey's Halloween Party

It's the time of year where creatures go lurking in the night. It's also that time where people everywhere have to decide on one of the most important decisions of the year...

What am I going to be for Halloween?

Need some inspiration? It's always fun to see what other people are doing. And it's even more fun to see what other Disney fans are doing... While at Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland, we took some photos of what we thought were fantastic costume ideas. Here's hoping you get inspired for this year's Halloween Time.

TRICK OR TREAT

Cinderella costumes: ball gown and wedding gown  for girls available at DisneyStore.com

Captain Hook costume in child and adult sizes available at DisneyStore.com

Captain America costume for boys available at DisneyStore.com

Ariel costume for girls available at DisneyStore.com

Rapunzel costume in child and women sizes available at DisneyStore.com

Minnie Mouse costume available in baby/toddler, child, and women sizes at DisneyStore.com
Pocahontas costume for girls available at DisneyStore.com

Keeping checking back with us ALL Week as we host 

COSTUME WEEK at DisneySisters.com! 

We have a lot more awesome ideas to share with you about what to be this Halloween!

Disclosure: This is not a paid post. We were invited to Disneyland and gifted tickets to Mickey's Halloween Party.

Halloween BOOtique at the Disney Store

Last Thursday night the stars came out and brought their children to the Disney Store in Santa Monica, CA. The Disney Store hosted a special Halloween BOOtique to showcase the new costumes. It was a not so scary night, that included story time, costume shopping and a surprise visit from Mickey! It was the Disney Sisters first time at the Santa Monica location, and also in the new style Disney Store "Imagination Park." We'll be posting more about that soon - It's really AMAZING!

We were also thrilled to see the new line of Costumes / Role Play outfits. You couldn't help but notice all of the designer gowns and duds hanging on all of the walls every where you turned. This however, wasn't the first time we have seen them. Our first glimpse of these magical creations was at the D23 Expo where we saw a Disney Halloween Costume Preview Parade. We were really impressed and couldn't wait for our kids to get a peek too.

The slogan that you see all over the Disney Store is "I am." I am a Princess. I am Sleeping Beauty. I am a Buzz Lightyear. As parents, we know that fantasy and role playing is such an important part of learning. The Disney Store is helping to engage children's imaginations, when they put on these ensembles they actually become the princess, or hero they want to be. They transform into their favorite Disney character from a movie, or story book. You can literally watch their body language change right before your eyes, when they put on the costume and see themselves in the mirror. They walk different, they talk different. It's pure Disney magic. For parents it brings some much joy to see your child's eyes light up when they become Cinderella, or Lightning McQueen.

One of our favorite parts of the night was watching each child pick out their costume. They took their time, they looked carefully at each one, until they finally found a perfect fit. It was very exciting, even the cast members were totally getting into it!

Jessica's daughter Kaia (4 years old) picked Minnie Mouse, she even wore the ears (which were very bedazzled) and she especially loved the mini high heels.

Becky's son Nick (tween) went straight for Captain Hook, and rocked the hat like a true Pirate, Arrr! He also enjoyed playing with the battery operated, noise making sword and hook accessories.
(Who wouldn't?)

But our kids weren't the only ones having a blast...

Our friend Caryn's (Rockin Mama) kids were adorable in their costumes.

Her daughter was Belle and her son Spiderman.

Joey Lawrence's (Whoa) daughters both choose the Little Mermaid costume.
Melissa & Joey on ABC Family.

Kyle Richard's daughter choose Rapunzel from Tangled. (We have a feeling this may be the most popular for this season)

Candace Cameron Bure's boys both picked Captains. One Captain Jack Sparrow, and the other Marvel character, Captain America. (yes they have Marvel too!)

Molly Ringwald brought her whole family out too. They were having a great time posing with Halloween Mickey. (And we were having a very Sixteen Candles moment - So Fun!)
For all you fans - Secret Life of an American Teenager  new season coming soon!

From infant to toddler, child to teen, they even have adult costumes. It sure makes getting into the holiday spirit as a family, fun. You can all coordinate and become characters with a similar theme, like Woody, Jessie and Buzz, or you can each be something unique. None of them are really scary, the only one that may frighten (if at all) is the Adult Maleficent Costume. (Which some little ones may find spooky - just because she is a villan) Each Disney Store has a large selection, and if you don't find something that you want in the store, or the right size you will definitely find it online.

As you can see the children were all adorable and had a lovely evening full of treats, no tricks. We can't wait until Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland where they will wear their new costumes. But we know they will also enjoy wearing them around the house too.
Did you know, The Disney Store is on Facebook? You can also follow the Disney Store on Twitter!

Full Disclosure: This is not paid a post. We were invited to this special media event. Thank you to the Disney Store for gifting us costumes and to all of the hard work that went into creating such a magical evening for everyone.