“You are Traveling through Another Dimension…”
At San Diego Comic Con, Disney announced they are planning to transform The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror attraction into Guardians of the Galaxy – MISSION: Break Out at Disney California Adventure Park. You can read more on the announcement and see concept art here. Now, I loved Guardians of the Galaxy, and I am thrilled about the sequel that just wrapped filming, however this announcement left me crushed. First, I am a fan of The Twilight Zone, more so of the man behind the show, Rod Serling, and I adore the attraction at the Disneyland Resort. I especially love all of the little “Easter eggs” in the library and photo viewing room that reference specific episodes, like the Mystic Seer from “Nick of Time”, and the Victoria West and Rod Serling envelopes from “A World of His Own” just to name two. Prior to the announcement I began work on a Twilight Zone parasol, and even though I’m not quite over my cold, I was eager to share my finished product!
I’m not opposed to a Guardians attraction by any means, however I hate to see what I consider to be one of the few modern classic attractions disappear and be replaced by one that will be so entirely out of place within the “land” that it is in, which is “Hollywood Land” and themed to Hollywood of the 1920s through the 1940s. And I’m not alone. Someone even started a petition. As of right now Disney has no plans to change the Tower of Terror at any of its other Resorts. But who knows what the future holds. The Tower of Terror at Disney California Adventure is slated to close “Early 2017”, no specific date has been announced. So, you can expect to see more Tower of Terror inspired posts within the coming months, before the Hollywood Tower Hotel forever resides in The Twilight Zone.
But now let’s talk about this parasol and outfit. Much happier things. I pulled each of the objects from the Twilight Zone‘s iconic opening (though it should be noted for as memorable as it is, it didn’t arrive until season four, and there were five seasons) to place on the parasol. This was quite possibly my most difficult parasol yet. Especially when it came to the shattering window. The window in the opening was actually painted on some form of plaster or other solid, white object, so when it shatters it actually produces a great deal of white carnage. The clock provided another unique challenge. Upon close inspection I discovered that it features all of the zodiac signs in the middle, as well as a sun on the pendulum. And being a stickler for accuracy, I included these fine details, even though they are virtually invisible when watching the opening.
I also had to break out my Hamilton Ventura, the very same Mr. Serling wore in each introduction to The Twilight Zone. As well as my Rod Serling necklace, which I was pleased when a few people actually recognized it for what it was!
I hope everyone is having a lovely start to their August! It’s a busy month for us! We have things planned for every weekend in August, which should translate to lots of blogging!
Outfit
Top: Buffalo Exchange
Skirt: Pin-Up Girl Clothing
Shoes: Re-Mix
Necklace: Purchased at Halloween Town, Burbank, California (but I know it was made by Fable & Fury)
Hamilton Ventura: Coburg Antique Fair
Hollywood Tower Hotel Purse: Disneyland
Twilight Zone Parasol: Made by me
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Lovely as ever! And that purse is amazing! I might need one!
Thanks! And get one before they’re gone! Tower merch is selling out fast!
My husband and I were just talking about this. It’s sad that Disneyland seems to be loosing so many of it’s iconic features in recent years. 🙁
Your outfit is adorable! And I am 100000000000000% with you when it comes to the disappointment. I think it’s a misguided change that will not be able to become a classic as ToT has become. I’ve written so many rants about it……truly heartbreaking. It simply doesn’t belong. I understand wanting to cash in on the superhero stuff, but there’s plenty of space in the backlot where there’s no recognizable theme. Are they really only reworking ToT because they’re THAT cheap? Star Wars is already getting an entire land…and while I don’t think “Star Wars Land” fits in with the other DL areas, at least they’re going to be sectioning it off.
Lovely post. I’m on the fence as to whether I want to do a blog post on the Tower…
Thanks! And do it!!!
SO fun! I love how your ensemble looks, and I love love LOVE how your umbrella turned out! I particularly like how the colors show through on the underside, it’s really quite striking.
Thank you! And, yes I love that too.
Love the classic white and black ensemble. And, that watch is so cool- I’ve never seen such a unique shape before!
-Nicole
Thanks! From my understanding, it was the first asymmetrical watch produced, when it was made in 1957.
Black and white is such a great combo! I absolutely love this themed outfit!
xx Chelsea
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*Picks jaw up off the ground* Your Twilight Zone parasol is incredible. I’ve sincerely loved each and every one that you’ve made and shared with us, but as a big fellow TZ fan, this one takes the cake for me. Your work is truly amazing, my uber talented friend.
Love this elegantly classic B&W outfit as well. It made me realize that we don’t actually see all that many outfits comprised of these two colours in separate(s) form in the vintage fashion world (especially when B&W polka dots aren’t involved). Thank you for the stylish reminder of just how great they are.
xoxo ♥ Jessica
Thank you so much, Jessica!!
I was hoping to get to Disneyland soon and the Tower of Terror was a big draw for me. Such a shame I might not get to see it – it’s so iconic!
Your outfit is amazing though, that parasol = WOW!
I hope you are able to enjoy it before it disappears!!
And thank you!
Wow! That parasol is amazing! Thanks for a fabulous post.
You sure are a wiz at making parasol art.