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Old 01-07-2013, 02:05 PM   #1
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Has anyone seen them? Know how much they cost?
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Old 01-07-2013, 03:31 PM   #2
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There were a few shown on the Disney Parks Blog that I saw yesterday. The blog is reporting they are $24.95 but i've heard different reports from people from the parks.
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I think they are selling them at World of Disney Downtown Disney so if you have a Disney Visa that might be the best way to receive a savings on these hats. I wonder if they're available on the Disney Shopping website, i haven't had a chance to check yet. Maybe we'll get lucky and they'll have to clearance some of those out eventually
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I just checked and didn't see them online.
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Disneystore.com had some new ones
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They are awesome!!!! Love "the year of the ear". Can't wait to choose mine in May!!!!
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I saw them while there in Dec. I loved them!! Sequined, feathered, beaded beautifulness, lol! The ones I saw were $20-$25. They were also in our hotel shop. (We stayed at Port Orleans FQ)
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I liked the Steampunk one (although it looked Scottish to me--I initially thought it was in honor of Brave's Merida) and the felt one.
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Ok Just got back a couple days ago. There are lots and lots to choose from! Too many to describe! The one with the polka dot ears and the netting that I liked was $26 and change with the tax. They don't show any on the Disney Blog site that first promoted them, but there are plenty for boys as well! I think people will be very happy with all the choices!
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