If you look beyond the Kingdom, across from Epcot and deep into the heart of the Disney brand, there are hundreds of costuming mavens that magically create the characters you love. (No, it's not the mice from Cinderella) there are real people that design, build, buy, repair, clean and inventory costumes. From the classic to the contemporary (Yes, Minnie now comes in Star Wars chic) cast members are themed up in top threads 365 days a year for resorts, water parks, shops, restaurants, on cruise ships, even in behind-the-scenes areas guests never see (Ooh juicy). But, no matter where they appear, the costume mavens help bring world-famous Disney stories to life-The Circle of Life.

And boys... get your light sabers out because Star Wars Weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios is a yearly favorite, bringing guests in close contact with the iconic characters from both Star Wars movies and the television series. Caption contest for Goofy: (Mickey... I am your father... and I'm wearing his underpants.)

Can you tell we're having fun yet? If not, watch this video and you'll see that being A Part of This World (the dance world) we are proud to bring you this exclusive issue with live fireworks from Epcot, secret photos taken from the castle and Disney surprises sent right to your inbox. Now excuse us, we're going to have a Magical Day. (a.k.a Hakuna Matata.)

Today's issue is dedicated to the thousands of costume designers that bring magic to needles and threads and the hard working theme park performers that sport the gear for guests. (You look mahvelous dahling... in your swank Ursula get up. Great wig too!)

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