Geri pays homage to Mickey Mouse

Mickey Mouse has invited some of the biggest names in fashion and showbiz to celebrate Mickey’s Magical Party at Disneyland Resort Paris by creating bespoke My Mickey Ears.

Mickey’s Magical Party is a year-long celebration taking place between 4th April 2009 and March 2010 at Disneyland Paris that promises to offer guests of all ages interactive entertainment and new experiences.

Geri Haliwell, Estelle, John Terry, Amir Kahn, Katie Hillier, Charlotte Olympia, Corto Moltedo, Brix Smith-Start, Pearl Lowe, Daisy Lowe, Patsy Kensit. Luella, PPQ, Henry Holland and Giles Deacon have all taken iconic Mickey ears and put their personal twist on them. From spikes and studs, pom-poms and gems, to intricate sequined flowers, each pair of bespoke ears are one-offs and reflect the personality of its designer.

Each pair of My Mickey Ears will be available for auction from 5th May – 5th June 2009 via the charity website buyoncegivetwice.co.uk/events/mymickeyears. All proceeds will go to Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity as part of Disney’s ongoing commitment to the hospital’s redevelopment.

“Great Ormond Street Hospital is one of the most amazing places I've been too, its more than a regular hospital, it has a wonderful energy and it’s so full of love. I loved making the Mickey ears with my daughter. It was a great excuse to get messy. We believe we've created the finest pair of ears on the planet!" says Geri Haliwell.

The full collection of My Mickey Ears, will be on exhibition and open to the public from 13th - 27th May 2009 at START boutique, 42-44 Rivington Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3BN.