Bath & Body Works 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Collection

The special-edition Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas collection has debuted yesterday August 16th for Bath & Body Works rewards members.

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Today, August 17th the collection becomes available for all consumers online and in stores across the U.S. and Canada.

International rollout will begin August 23rd across stores.

In February 16, 2025 Bath and Body Works released their first Disney Princess Collection. Filled with Body sprays, candles, hand sanitizer and more.

The success of the collaboration with Disney, was followed by a September 3, 2025 release of a Disney Villains collection with Evil Queen and Maleficent and another Disney Princess release in early 2026.

The NEW 2026 collection introduces two all-new fragrances inspired by Halloween favorites Jack Skellington and Sally.

The two characters originate from Tim Burton’s Disney classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas.

The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, a first for an animated film. Its musical composer, Danny Elfman was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Score.

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In 2023, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant."

Each scent is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the characters’ distinct personalities while bringing the whimsical spirit of the beloved film into the everyday routines of fans and collectors. Just in time for Halloween!

“Fragrance is one of the most powerful ways to tell a story, and this collection allowed us to tap into the enchanting world of The Nightmare Before Christmas through scent,” said Kristie Lewis, executive vice president, merchandising at Bath & Body Works.

Jack Skellington candle

 “By combining Bath & Body Works’ expertise in translating beloved stories into immersive sensory experiences with Disney’s world-class storytelling, every detail immerses fans in a one-of-a-kind Halloween experience inspired by the film, from Jack Skellington’s warm mystery to Sally’s bright and whimsical spirit.”

 “The Nightmare Before Christmas has become a cultural touchstone, captivating generations of fans with its distinctive storytelling and imaginative world,” said Liz Shortreed, senior vice president of the Americas, Disney Consumer Products.

Jack Skellington body cream

“This collection with Bath & Body Works honors the film’s enduring legacy while creating fresh opportunities for fans to connect with the spirit of Halloween Town through products inspired by the charm of this beloved classic.”

 

 About the Fragrances

Bath & Body Works perfumers masterfully crafted each fragrance to translate the personalities and emotions of Halloween Town’s most recognizable characters into scent.

Jack Skellington – A warm, woody fragrance with notes of pumpkin screams, glowing palo santo and spooky spiced vanilla.

Jack Skellington body wash

Sally – A bright, fruity fragrance with notes of ghastly blooms, berry patchwork and forbidden tonka. Both fragrances will be available in ultimate hydration body cream, body wash, fine fragrance mist, 3-wick candle, layered wax single wick candle, foaming hand soap and PocketBac hand sanitizer.

Sally wick candle

The full product list can be found below:

• Jack Skellington 3-Wick Candle - $24.95

• Jack Skellington & Sally Coin Purse - $16.95

• Jack Skellington & Sally Hands Pedestal 3-Wick Candle Holder - $59.95

• Jack Skellington & Sally Tote Bag - $39.95

• Jack Skellington Body Wash - $15.95

• Jack Skellington Fine Fragrance Mist - $17.95 

• Jack Skellington Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap - $8.95

• Jack Skellington Nightlight Wallflower Fragrance Plug - $19.95

• Jack Skellington PocketBac Hand Sanitizer - $1.95

• Jack Skellington Single Wick Candle - $16.95

• Jack Skellington Ultimate Hydration Body Cream - $17.95

• Light-Up Oogie Boogie PocketBac Holder - $14.95

• Light-Up Zero PocketBac Holder - $15.95

• Mayor of Halloween Town PocketBac Holder - $12.95

• Sally 3-Wick Candle - $24.95

• Sally Body Wash - $15.95

• Sally Fine Fragrance Mist - $17.95

• Sally Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap - $8.95

• Sally Single Wick Candle - $16.95

• Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal 3-Wick Candle Holder - $79.95

• Zero Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap Dispenser - $29.95

The cultural phenomenon's cult following is sure to enjoy these scary treats for this years spooky season!

CGI vs. AI: Understanding the Difference

We recently touched a similar topic in a February 2023 article putting CGI and 3D up against the classic 2D-hand drawn format.

Now fast forwarding to current times, with the steady rise of a new animation format called, AI, we are pitting CGI against a different type of beast.

As technology continues to evolve, two terms are becoming increasingly common in conversations about movies, art, gaming, and digital media: CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery) and AI (Artificial Intelligence). Although they are sometimes used together, they are not the same thing. Understanding the difference helps explain how modern digital content is created.

What Is CGI?

CGI stands for Computer-Generated Imagery. It refers to digital images, animations, and visual effects created by artists using computer software. CGI has been used for decades in films, television, video games, architecture, advertising, and product design.

Creating CGI is often a hands-on process. Artists use programs to model 3D objects, apply textures, create lighting, animate characters, and render final images. Every detail—from a character's facial expression to the lighting in a scene—can be carefully controlled by the creator.

Examples of CGI include:

• Animated movies.
• Realistic dinosaurs and superheroes in blockbuster films.
• Video game environments and characters.
• Digital architectural visualizations.

CGI relies heavily on human creativity, artistic skill, and technical expertise.

What Is AI?

Artificial Intelligence, or AI, refers to computer systems designed to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. These tasks can include recognizing patterns, understanding language, generating images, composing music, answering questions, and making predictions.

Unlike traditional CGI workflows, AI learns from large amounts of data. Instead of an artist creating every detail manually, AI can generate content based on prompts, examples, or training.

Examples of AI include:

• Image generators that create artwork from text descriptions.
• Chatbots that answer questions.
• Voice assistants.

Software that can recognize faces or translate languages.

AI focuses on learning, automation, and decision-making rather than manually building every element.

The Biggest Differences

Although both technologies use computers, they serve different purposes.

CGI is about creating digital visuals through artistic design and animation. It depends on artists directing every aspect of the final product.

AI is about teaching computers to perform intelligent tasks, including generating new content based on patterns learned from data.

In simple terms:

• CGI is a creative production tool.
• AI is an intelligent computing technology.

Can CGI and AI Work Together?

Absolutely. Modern productions are increasingly combining both technologies.

For example, AI can:

• Speed up animation workflows.
• Help remove backgrounds or unwanted objects.
• Generate concept art for artists.
• Improve motion capture and facial animation.

Meanwhile, CGI artists refine, edit, and polish AI-generated material to achieve the final professional result.

Rather than replacing CGI, AI is becoming another tool that artists can use.

Which One Is Better?

Neither technology is inherently better because they solve different problems.

CGI offers unmatched artistic precision and complete creative control, making it ideal for blockbuster films, video games, and high-end animation.

AI excels at generating ideas quickly, automating repetitive tasks, and assisting creators with content generation.

The future of digital media will likely rely on both technologies working together, combining the imagination of human artists with the speed and efficiency of artificial intelligence.

Conclusion

CGI and AI represent two different branches of modern technology. CGI focuses on crafting digital images and visual effects through artistic effort, while AI enables computers to learn, reason, and generate content in ways that imitate aspects of human intelligence.

As both technologies continue to advance, they are becoming powerful partners. Together, they are transforming filmmaking, gaming, advertising, education, design, and countless other industries, opening new possibilities for creativity and innovation.