Project Runway's Layana Aguilar Designs New Disney Princess Gown | Elena of Avalor

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Disney has collaborated with Project Runway All Stars' Layana Aguilar to design the ball gown for Elena of Avalor, Disney's first princess inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore. Elena will make her debut in a TV series this summer on Disney Channel.

"Elena of Avalor" follows the story of Elena, a brave and adventurous teenager who saves her kingdom from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as crown princess until she is old enough to be queen. Elena's adventures will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders. Aimee Carrero (Freeform's "Young & Hungry") stars as the voice of Elena.

Above are images of Layana and the ball gown that she designed, which also served as the inspiration for the dress that Elena will wear at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort when she begins making appearances later this year. At Walt Disney World Resort, Elena will appear in the Magic Kingdom beginning in August. At Disneyland Resort, she will appear at Disney California Adventure this fall.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS 2015!

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I'm in Miami for Christmas. I drove down with my dog, Simone a.k.a. MissFashionado, earlier this week. (Well, I did all the driving, the diva mostly slept.)

I'm spending the holidays with my mother and with my sister, her husband and their two furry little ones, Lola & Lily.

Christmas, and not just Christmas, but the entire holiday season, starting with Thanksgiving and ending with New Year's, has always been my favorite time of the year. I've done the party thing and all that jazz when I was younger but it's being with my family that is the most meaningful to me.

We eat, watch movies, eat some more and exchange gifts. It's a special time. Quality time. There's so much craziness in the world that being around the people I love the most re-fuels [my] humanity on some deeper level.

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to all. May your day be filled with love!

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A Huge THANKS to YOU!

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"You are on the path to something so great. I know you will inspire so many and light up your life as well. 

Go be great Vincent… you are a shining example of a beautiful spirit that has no limits. 

Let your past be a reminder  that your present is a gift but the future is a possibility for your true purpose."

Very generous, moving and encouraging words from a friend sharing her feelings about my upcoming reunion with my father.

In one month I'll be in Miami. A week later, Cuba. This is the most significant thing I've ever done. A life project that will be with me forever. 

I want to thank everyone who has so kindly made contributions and to all who have shared this project with their friends. YOU are making this happen. 

*WE are in our final week of fundraising. Please take a look at our

Indiegogo

video. We still need help. Thank you. XO

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