ImNotBad.com 2015 Year End Review

This year was the slowest in Jessica Rabbit news in a very long time. Not since the mid 1990's was there so little of Jessica to be seen. The pin selections were slim, and the merchandise even slimmer. To make up for the empty space ImNotBad.com had a Jessica Rabbit Pin of the Day post, revisiting many of the past Jessica Rabbit pins released over the years. With over 600 released to date, there were certainly plenty to choose from. The pins were often themed to the month and can be seen HERE. It was a daunting task searching through my files of pins, art and scans, so in September it was changed over to Pin of the Week.

There was some new artwork that had appeared on the Disney Dream cruise ship which was created by famed Disney Illustrator Don "Ducky" Williams. It features Jessica and Roger dressed in United States Navy uniforms and the cruise line logo in the center.

Jessica Rabbit Store 25th Anniversary - Part Three: The Merchandise

The Jessica Rabbit store was not short on the amount of merchandise it offered. Though the building was only a few hundred square feet of shopping space, it was packed with shirts, mugs, jackets, magnets, towels, tote bags, jewelry, and yes... even lingerie. Who Framed Roger Rabbit was a blockbuster movie, it was followed by two short cartoons, with another on the way by the time the Jessica Rabbit store was in place. It would appear there would be plenty of time to capitalize on the character - but unfortunately that time came to a quick and sudden end. There has been little record of Jessica's and the merchandise that was once available, especially since Pleasure Island is now a thing of the past.

Here for the first time is a very exclusive look at the vast selection of merchandise available at Jessica's. We will get inside information about some of the items through artist interviews and even see concept art for merchandise never produced.

Jessica Rabbit Store 25th Anniversary - Part Two: The Building

Pleasure Island was more than a new location filled with shops and bars, it was actually an entirely new themed area. The island itself had a backstory of once belonging to Merriweather Adam Pleasure, who used the buildings for his seafaring business. After he was lost at sea the island and its buildings sat abandoned until it was discovered by Imagineers. They were determined to bring new life into the old island, and also pay homage to its previous owner. Once restored, the island was bustling again and even had its own mascot, the moon-faced Grand Funmeister. All the buildings had a rustic, industrial look with many of them having metal side paneling, vaulted ceilings and large windows. The Jessica's store was no exception, and seemed to incorporate an older style with that of a modern city building.

Even though the mermaid from Splash didn't get her signature saloon with a tail-swinging neon sign, the idea may have inspired what we know as the Jessica Rabbit store. Let's take a closer look at the area of Pleasure Island where Jessica's was located, the building, brochure maps and what it was like for Jessica Rabbit creator, Gary K. Wolf, to see his character's very own store.

Jessica Rabbit Store 25th Anniversary - Part One: The Beginning

According to the D23 Website, December 15th, 2015 will mark the 25th Anniversary of Jessica's, the Jessica Rabbit store which once stood in the center of Pleasure Island. This store is almost legendary to some people, since its time in Disney History was extremely short. Often confused as merely a lingerie shop, Jessica's was actually full of themed merchandise such as mugs, shirts, statues and accessories. Although Pleasure Island has now converted into Disney Springs, the iconic image of Jessica Rabbit was a mainstay to the West End Stage, greeting guests and providing photo opportunities long after her store had closed. (Press Image left courtesy Disney Vacation Kingdom)

Open from late 1990 to some time in 1992, many people never got the chance to visit The Jessica Rabbit Store. After compiling information these last several years, ImNotBad.com is happy to offer an extensive look at what was - including merchandise photos, concept art and interviews, in a three-part article that will put a spotlight on one of Disney's first character-themed stores.

Pin Release - Seasons Greetings 2015 Mystery Set

The Seasons Greetings 2015 Mystery Set was released on November 19th, 2015 in Disney Parks. The set feature Disney Princesses Elsa, Anna, Belle, Jasmine, Tiana, Ariel, Jasmine, Rapunzel, but also includes Alice and Jessica Rabbit which are most likely the chaser pins. All the pins are shaped like a different snowflake, each filled with a different shiny color (not glitter filled as previous suspected). Jessica's border is pink with silver heart shapes. She is in a silver bordered oval in the center. The pose seems to be similar to her Valentine's Day 2005 pin. This is an Open Edition set hat includes two mystery pins and sells for $16.96 each.

Heidi Klum Transforms Into Jessica Rabbit For Halloween 2015

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A photo posted by Heidi Klum (@heidiklum) on Nov 1, 2015 at 1:40am PST

Heidi Klum has been known for her legendary Halloween parties, and her outrageous costumes. This year proves to be no exception, as she dressed as Jessica Rabbit! However, this is not simply Heidi Klum in a sparkly dress. She had full body prosthetics custom made to give her the real look and curves of Jessica. Take a look at the transformation:

Jessica Rabbit Costume On The Simpsons Halloween Episode

The Halloween episode of The Simpsons (10/18/2015) showed the adult side of the holiday during a saucy "Grown-Up Halloween" song that left Marge and the kids running for cover. During the song, Schwarzenegger-like actor Rainier Wolfcastle belted out a line while dressed as Jessica Rabbit! He had everything down too, the walk, the shimmy down the lamp pole, the whole look was on point in true Simpsons humor. Take a look at some more moments from the episode...

Pin Preview - Love Letters Monthly Collection

In 2016 Disney will be bringing a new pin collection to the parks. This series will be a Monthly collection of Love Letters. One pin will be released each month and feature a famous Disney Couple. Characters in the series are: Cinderella and Prince Charming, Ariel and Eric, Carl Fredricksen and Ellie, Lady and the Tramp, Naveen and Tiana, Mickey and Minnie, Wall-E and Eve, Donald and Daisy, Jack and Sally, Beast and Belle, Prince Phillip and Aurora, and Roger and Jessica Rabbit. Like most letter pins, this should have two layers. The top flap of the envelope is hinged to open up. The letter portion will be in the back and can be lifted out of the envelope by pulling the flap. Roger is on the left, kneeling and swooning over Jessica. She is on the right sending a kiss to him. There is a reel of unraveled film between them. It's hard to read the message inside but it will be printed on and there is a heart below the quote. The pins will also come on special backer cards. There are no details on prices, edition size or release schedule. These photos were taken by Alyssa Creach at the GenEARation D event.

Pin Preview - Seasons Greetings 2015 Mystery Set

After quite a long time, we have a pin preview of something to come this holiday season. The Seasons Greetings 2015 Mystery Set will feature Disney Princesses like Elsa, Belle and Tiana - but also includes Jessica Rabbit. There is no word on how many characters will be in the set, but the front package does state that there are chaser pins, so there's no telling yet which characters will be included. All the pins are shaped like a different snowflake, each other filled with a different glitter color. Jessica's boarder is pink with silver heart shapes. She is in a silver bordered oval in the center. The pose seems to be similar to her Valentine's Day 2005 pin. There's no word on price or edition size, but it is marked as Limited Edition. Thanks to José for spotting this on the GenEARationD Facebook page.

Pin Release - WDI Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin

At the 2015 D23 convention a Walt Disney Imagineering pin series was released commemorating all of Disneyland's attractions for the 60th Anniversary. Attractions included in the series were Disneyland Diamond Celebration Jumbo, Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, Autopia, Jungle Cruise, Mark Twain Riverboat, Big Thunder Mountain, Pinocchio's Daring Journey, Pirates of the Caribbean, Snow White's Scary Adventure, The Enchanted Tiki Room, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, King Arthur's Carousel, Storybook Canal Boats, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, The Matterhorn, Splash Mountain, The Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain, Alice in Wonderland, It's A Small World, Peter Pan's Flight and Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin.

The border of the pin is a silver metal relief sculpted scene with all five weasels, the front of the ride building, and some of the toon props found in the ride. In the middle is a clear filled, multi-colord circle which has a stained glass appearance. Roger, Jessica and Benny the Cab are in the center. Jessica's dress is glitter filled. This was released only at D23 as a cast member only exclusive. It is Limited Edition of 300 and sold for $18.95 each.

Jessica Rabbit Art At D23

A gorgeous paper sculpture of Jessica Rabbit was found at the D23 2015 Convention today! The art couldn't be more stunning. You'll definitely want to take a look...

Now Available - New Jessica Rabbit Sketches At Disney Parks

There are a few new sketch options available to be made into Original Disney Art. I was sent over these pictures by Andoni who spotted them at the Wondergroud Gallery in Downtown Disneyland. In their sketch book were EIGHT new Roger Rabbit-themed sketch designs. The first two (on the left page top) are Roger. One of him in a full body pose with his arms crossed, and the other is from the scene in Who Framed Roger Rabbit when they are hiding out in the movie theater and Roger's ears twist together to make a heart. The two sketches below him are Jessica Rabbit. One is a full body pose of Jessica blowing a kiss, the other is a quarter shot of Jessica singing from her scene in the Ink and Paint Club. The right page has three more sketches of Jessica. The top two are also from Jessica's scene at the Ink and Paint Club, both close-up's. The third image is Jessica Rabbit as a Park Ranger, as seen in Trail Mix-Up. The last sketch is surprisingly of Baby Herman, sticking his tongue out in disgust at his baby bottle. Below you can see what the Jessica Park Ranger sketch looks like in color. The color scheme seems to be different than in the movie. Here she is wearing blue and white colors.

Now Available - Jessica And Roger Rabbit Sketchbook 2015 Ornament

Summer is the season of Christmas Ornaments. A new Jessica and Roger ornament was spotted at the parks last week, and today there is a brand new Sketchbook Collection. It is brand new for 2015 and features both Roger and Jessica. Take a look...

Now Available: Roger And Jessica Rabbit Vinylmation

After many, many, many long years of waiting, a new Vinylmation has arrived of not just one, but three Who Framed Roger Rabbit characters included in the new 60th Anniversary Collection. The characters are all on one single Vinylmation, but at least we finally have something of Jessica Rabbit! Take a look...

New Roger And Jessica Rabbit Ornament

A new Roger and Jessica Rabbit Christmas Ornament has been released for the 2015 holiday season. Roger is holding a mistletoe above his floppy ears and Jessica is giving him a big kiss. Jessica's dress is glittered in dark pink. The ornament is now on sale at Disney Parks.

Roller Coaster Rabbit 25th Anniversary

The second Roger Rabbit cartoon short, Roller Coaster Rabbit, was released on June 15, 1990 in front of the movie version of Dick Tracy. Today this short celebrates its 25th Anniversary. The three Roger Rabbit cartoons, which star Roger Rabbit, Baby Herman, Jessica and special guest Droopy Dog, were released on a VHS tape called The Best of Roger Rabbit, and later included on the Special Edition and Blu Ray DVD's. Even if there isn't a Roger Rabbit sequel, there should certainly be more Roger short cartoons. They were very entertaining and in the style of the older Merrie Melodies type of cartoons - full of sight gags, explosions and comedy. Take a look at some concept art and merchandise from this great short...

Custom 4 Foot Tall Jessica Rabbit Standee

Suspended Animation has added another amazing custom piece to the wide selection of Jessica Rabbit art. This new standee towers at almost 4 feet tall. Suspended Animation NY has a selection of art that is sure to wow you, and his Jessica pieces are no exception - you can read a review of a standee I got here. It is identical to this new pice except in size. So, if you're looking to go a lot bigger in your Jessica collection, this is what you'll be wanting.

The glitter process to the dress required a few steps and coats. It's a combination of red and pink glitter and matches to that of the film expertly, picking up the light and shimmering from head to toe. Don't miss out on buying some of the best custom Jessica Rabbit art out there by adding something truly unique to your collection.

For the 4 Ft Tall Jessica Standee - CLICK HERE

To see more by Suspended Animation NY on Etsy - CLICK HERE

Coming Soon - Jessica Rabbit Bust By Grand Jester Collection

In 2009 Grand Jester Studios created a Jessica Rabbit bust as part of their popular character statue series. The stunning form of Jessica was sculpted to below her waist and perched atop a replica of the Ink and Paint Club stage. This year, Grand Jester Collection revisits Jessica and offers an all-new bust of the Toontown diva. Take a look...

New Custom Jessica Rabbit Art At Tiki Toons Event

On Saturday, May 23rd, the Van Eaton Galleries in California held a Tiki Toons Group Art Show and Sale. The exhibit runs through June 13, 2015 so there's still a chance for you to check out the art. There is a huge selection of one-of-a-kind artwork on display, and for sale, featuring different cartoon characters with a tiki theme. Characters like The Misfits from Jem, Scooby Doo, Frozen, Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Betty Boop, Spongebob, Cruella, Stitch, The Flintstones and more were all the subject of this event. Take a look at the two Jessica Rabbit pieces which were on display...

Jessica Rabbit Artist Showcase And Signing With Liana Hee

Disneyland will be hosting another Artist Showcase and Signing with artist Liana Hee at the Wonderground Gallery in the Downtown Disney area, May 8th and 9th from 4 - 7 pm. A special Jessica Rabbit print will available that day and signed by the artist.

For more information about the event and the artists, visit the Disney Events Page!