Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

[kingslyZISSOU]

You can all probably guess that I am NOT a parent, but am I the only one who finds the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique well...Awful?

It seems to me that parents shouldn't be teaching their little girls that spending lots of money (to me $45 is a lot) on loads of make up, hairspray, and glitter is what makes someone Beautiful.
Woman shouldn't have to have buy products to feel beautiful, and I feel that the BBB is teaching the exact opposite.

Shouldn't parents teach their kids to focus on inner beauty instead of outer beauty?

 

[eroyee]

Hope you got your "flame suit" out..........

 

[Kelsybelle]

You know what? You are absolutley right on that all children need to learn about inner beauty, I can't say enough about that and I think your very wise to feel that way! However, with that being said, I don't feel that BBB would necessarily take away from learning that life lesson. I think almost every little girl dreams about what it would be like to be a princess and for one day that dream can come true! I think you may be judging BBB a little too harshly! :wave:

 

[kingslyZISSOU]

Hope you got your "flame suit" out..........

Heh, well I'm not saying if you ever took your kids there that your a bad parent, I just really don't like the Idea of the bbb. It really worries me how much coming generations focus on outer beauty the way they do, and I just feel weird that parents are reinforcing this.

and yes, many little girls want to be a "Princess", but should that really be supported? I mean, of course, everyone should want their children to feel special, but it seems to me that the Idea of princess is really just getting everything you want.

 

[Kelsybelle]

and yes, many little girls want to be a "Princess", but should that really be supported? I mean, of course, everyone should want their children to feel special, but it seems to me that the Idea of princess is really just getting everything you want.

Why shouldn't it be supported if it's coming from the right place? Believe me there are some down right monsters out there in the World that probably get everything they want for all the wrong reasons but if it's innocent fun for a child that is well behaved, respectful and wants to get into character, then I don't see any problems with it! Children dress up for Halloween, right? Little girls love Disney princesses (and grown up ones too!) and the idea of becoming one for a day is amazing to them!
Heck, I had a fairytale Disney Wedding and I felt like a princess from head to toe and shucks, (to toot my own horn) even looked like one! Whats that make me?

 

[magicmom1]

I agree with everyone in some form. BBB is for the special occassion of being at the Magical home if Cinderella and wanting to be a Princess for a day.

I too had a Fairytale Wedding so that at age 25 I could be a Princess for a day. Then the clock struck midnight and I went back to my "normal" life. It is the same thing with my girls.:lol:

If my 3 DD's (8, and twin 4's) asked me for $45 worth of make-up from Wal-Mart I would have to say NO!!! But they have been taught and understand that wearing make-up is only for Princesses and Halloween. We do not wear it on a daily basis and when they are play dressing up at home they do not ask to put on make-up it just isn't something they even think about.

 

[WickedQueen22]

I think BBB is ok since it is a special "princess" experience not an everyday thing. I DO NOT like the beauty pagents young girls are put in, that I find over the top. I realize its college money and cars etc..... but still not for me. You will not see my daughters in those. And no its not that they aren't good looking enough.

 

[BigB911]

You know, I'm pretty hard on my DD. I have to repeat myself over and over again for her to listen. But what 4 y/o does? I'm a pretty strict parent, and have to be the disciplinarian, since the DW has no backbone (of which she will freely admit). But my DD is the most precious thing in the world to me and I would do anything for her, within reason. Overall, she is a very well behaved and well mannered little girl. So, when we head to Disney, I plan to spoil her. This trip is for her. She will get her make-over at the BBB the morning of the MNSSHP, and she will know that this is a one-time only thing. And I do not think it will lead her to believe that "outer beauty" is more important than "inner beauty."

After all, it's Disney, where dreams come true. She loves the princesses, and wants to be one. What better place to make her feel like a princess than in Cinderella's Castle?:wave:

 

[Timekeeper]

Be careful, criticizing anything Disney-related on this board (especially when it comes to what is appropriate/inappropriate for children and the subjective discretion of parenting) often results in rather abrasive responses; including over-usage of emoticons and name-calling.

With that said, for $189.95, the "Castle Package" better include the castle.

 

[LetsGoAgain]

I think most things are ok in moderation. We did the $35 deal for my 3 year old when we were there in May. Afterwards, we had dinner at 1900 Park Fare. She loved it all and talks about it all the time.

We did tell her how beautiful she was when she was all dolled up, but we also tell her she is beautiful when she has her t-ball uniform on.. or when she just rolls out of the bed with crazy hair and stinky breath. We also tell her how smart she is, how funny she is, how kind she is....etc etc etc. And, when she starts getting sassy, she gets put in her place.

Maybe when you have your own kids you will have a different outlook.. or maybe not.

 

[Phonedave]

You can all probably guess that I am NOT a parent, but am I the only one who finds the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique well...Awful?

It seems to me that parents shouldn't be teaching their little girls that spending lots of money (to me $45 is a lot) on loads of make up, hairspray, and glitter is what makes someone Beautiful.
Woman shouldn't have to have buy products to feel beautiful, and I feel that the BBB is teaching the exact opposite.

Shouldn't parents teach their kids to focus on inner beauty instead of outer beauty?

I don't think it's "teaching" kids anything. It's pretend, some kids like it, some dont. My 6 y/o loves to play dress up. She has Dinsey princess dresses, tiaras, shoes, etc - however she knows it's dress up, it's not her "normal" clothes. Nor does she think it makes her any more or less of a person if she is wearing a dress. My 9 y/o wants nothing to do with BBB. She is hoping they bring back the "lunch with an AK vet" - that would be her dream "treat". Her sister would love the BBB.

-dave

 

[ELopez]

You can all probably guess that I am NOT a parent, but am I the only one who finds the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique well...Awful?

It seems to me that parents shouldn't be teaching their little girls that spending lots of money (to me $45 is a lot) on loads of make up, hairspray, and glitter is what makes someone Beautiful.
Woman shouldn't have to have buy products to feel beautiful, and I feel that the BBB is teaching the exact opposite.

Shouldn't parents teach their kids to focus on inner beauty instead of outer beauty?

I can see why you would feel that way. I have 4 daughters, and I am constantly aware of the pressure to be "beautiful". Thankfully (and probably inspite of myself) they are all growing into the most inwardly beautiful young ladies.

Although my girls enjoy HSM and Hannah Montana and the like, they feel it is all overrated. They actually write their own "magazine" (they just give out copies to their friends) talking about this type of thing, modesty, etc. I am so proud.

That being said, my personal opinion is that the BBB is different. It is a once a year event to be treated like a princess. The make-up is barely noticeable - mostly just sparkles. Their hair is simply pulled back (all 3 styles, if I am correct), so we can see their beautiful smiles!

$45 IS a lot of money to us, but no more overpriced than anything else at Disney.

Seriously, we are so conservative that people think we are overboard (I won't even give you an example for fear of backlash), so I am the last person to judge your opinion on this. Maybe one day you will be a parent - then you can make those choices for your family!

 

[mickeymaniacs]

I took my daughter there last year for the first time and she loved it! WE did not do the whole package but she did get the make up and the hair piece that came with really pretty barettes and the pretty gems on her face and she got it the day of the mnsshp as part of her costume. She did not act like she was "all that" as she would say and she had a wonderful time. It was a great bonding experience for us and she knows that what's on the inside is more important than what's on the outside. We have some really great pics and she loves to look at them and now that they have Hanna Montana she really wants to do it so it all depends on how you raise your kids.

 

[fmingo36]

I have 2 daughters (4 years old and 1 years old) and hope they never ask to go to BBB. Because I'll say absolutely not.

I think young children should not be wearing make-up period. When I see pictures of little girls in beauty pagents it make me cringe.
Let them stay little(and innocent) for as long as they can.

Everytime my daughter wears her Cinderella dress and tiara she feels like a princess. She doesn't need glitter in her hair and make-up on face to think she's more special.

 

[Timekeeper]

I think young children should not be wearing make-up period. When I see pictures of little girls in beauty pagents it make me cringe.

America seemed to cringe too, back in 1996, when every channel showed nothing but home video footage of JonBenét in pageants. The imagery seemed to become more disturbing with time. Even if Disney had the idea for the BBB back then, they probably would have avoided opening one due to the existing climate.

But times change, and it's once again safe to dress up small children like this. I guess it's a bit like Halloween, which seems innocent enough. The "disturbing" factor probably has a lot to do with how frequently the parents allow their daughter (or maybe worse - their son) to "dress up" like a princess, and their motivation for doing so. Everything in moderation, right...

...and no one has addressed the salon-like "fumes" that the children are exposed to... I just hope they keep that place well ventilated.

 

[DivineMadness7]

Before this thread gets closed, I would like to point out that these girls aren't coming out with eyeliner, mascara and bright red lipstick. I understand if it isn't everyone's cup of tea, but to compare it to the child beauty pageants is a bit of a stretch. As others have discussed, this is a once a year (or even lifetime) thing for these girls. They are not competing for cash prizes, they are getting a little bit of glitter in their hair. A little pampering can go a long way in terms of self esteem. Not just the kind that comes from physical appearance but just how you feel about yourself after being pampered.

Oh, and I'm a self-proclaimed feminist :wave:

 

[Timekeeper]

They are not competing for cash prizes, they are getting a little bit of glitter in their hair.

Some may label "a little bit of glitter in the hair" - at a cost starting at starting at $49.95 for the base package - as unconscionable.

At least the "imaging package" seems like it would provide for some memorable photos.

 

[LetsGoAgain]

America seemed to cringe too, back in 1996, when every channel showed nothing but home video footage of JonBenét in pageants. The imagery seemed to become more disturbing with time. Even if Disney had the idea for the BBB back then, they probably would have avoided opening one due to the existing climate.

But times change, and it's once again safe to dress up small children like this. I guess it's a bit like Halloween, which seems innocent enough. The "disturbing" factor probably has a lot to do with how frequently the parents allow their daughter (or maybe worse - their son) to "dress up" like a princess, and their motivation for doing so. Everything in moderation, right...

...and no one has addressed the salon-like "fumes" that the children are exposed to... I just hope they keep that place well ventilated.

Fumes from what? My daughter's hair was slicked back with water and gel. There wasn't even hairspray. Are you speaking of fumes from the nail polish? It took all of 1 minute to have her nails painted.

Have you even been in a BBB? Check it out before stating facts.

I can't even address your other statements because I feel they are so far off base. :brick:

 

[santa's surpriz]

My daughter loves BBB! The make up is minimal and the hair washes! It is very tasteful. It has about .0001% of the make and hairspray of JonBenet! Glitter does take a while to get of the scalp, but hey what little girl does not want to be made into a real princess?? It's only at WDW, maybe once a year. JOnBenet was doing pagaents on a regular basis. There is a big difference. A child will only feel that they need makeup and hairdos to be pretty enough, if that is the family values they are raised on. It's the parents that influence the amount of self esteem a child has, not the embellishments and makeovers. It boils down to parents raising their own children in a healthy and fruitful manner. Pageantry is a completely different ballgame than a trip to the BBB while on vacation. As far as the fumes, I don't recall any. But if they are using water soluable products I doubt there are any long term affects. It's not like they are using Aqua Net!

THe fifty bucks I spent was priceless. My DD5, was so excited and had the biggest grin in her life sitting in that chair. I remember watching her and calling my mom holding back the tears because I had never seen my daughter so excited. In fact, she was so excited I was worried she was going to p her pants or puke! Truth is Disney found another way to capitalize on the princess theming which many people feel has gone overboard. Which maybe it has but as long my daughter is young enough to enjoy Disney Princesses I'm going with it. The next stage might be arguing about low rise, midriffs, and boys! And who wants to deal with that? lol.