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Dracula and his Brides: The Eternal Love Collection

2011-01-28T14:00:00.000-08:00

The Brides of Dracula collection debuted in 2010 with three dolls, Mina, The Contessa, and Lucy. For 2011 those three characters are back in new guises along with their favorite undead leading man, Dracula.

Created by Vaughn Sawyers and the IT Design Team, the Brides are joined by their mysterious husband at long last! Each female doll in the series is intricately crafted and includes earrings, killer boots, long luscious locks and those trademark fangs! The master of darkness wears a perfectly tailored evening suit, handmade shoes and sports a pulled back hairstyle tied in a short ponytail.

Each doll is a limited edition of 500, will retail for $125, and has an expected in-stock date of April.

First up is the man, himself...
"The Count" Dracula

Next we have the Brides...
"Forever and Ever" The Contessa

"Eternally Together" Lucy

"Yours Evermore" Mina

For more information, please visit www.integritytoys.com

"Modern Comeback" Véronique Perrin

2011-01-28T07:53:00.000-08:00

After a two year absence, Véronique Perrin makes her "Modern Comeback" at the 2011 Idex (International Doll Exposition) in Orlando, Florida. The gorgeous Véronique features a new head-sculpt, and comes in two color variations: Noir and Blonde. Limited to 500 dolls each, these two beauties are Integrity Toys Direct exclusives for W Club members. We're sure to assume that both incarnations will sell out quickly via the club lottery. Both dolls have a $90 retail price and are estimated to arrive in March.

"Modern Comeback"(Noir) Véronique wears a one piece black lingerie outfit with matching black stockings for her debut. Her long, raven hair (rooted) falls gently around her shoulders. Veronique wears stud earrings and has matching black shoes.

The blonde "Modern Comeback" version of Véronique compliments the raven haired doll perfectly! Blonde and beautiful, Veronique has an identical set of lingerie, only her outfit is in black and pink colors with black stockings and also comes with stud earrings.

Check out www.integritytoys.com for more information.

"I Love How You Love Me" Poppy Parker Dolls Magazine exclusive

2011-01-06T10:47:00.001-08:00

Today, Dolls Magazine and Integrity Toys announce the Poppy Parker "I love how you love me" gift set. Exclusively available at Dolls Magazine, this 300-piece limited-edition set comes complete with 12-inch vinyl Poppy Parker and a trio of red, pink and white outfits that Poppy dons as she journeys from day to evening to night.

The Poppy Parker Gift Sets will be offered through the DOLLS Magazine online shopping cart on January 10th, 2011 at approximately Noon CST.

Tonner Dolls debuts first Gay doll

2010-12-16T15:11:00.000-08:00

Robert Tonner doll company announces their first gay doll, Andy Mills.

Andy has a new head-sculpt and uses the Matt O'Neal™ body. His character bio states that he's an event planner, and comes dressed in a sleek pin-striped suit with contrast pocket square, cotton shirt, tie, socks, molded plastic shoes, and glasses.

He is currently available via Tonnerdirect.com. He's $179.99 and limited to 500 pieces.

It's Halloween Time @ DollyDaily.com

2010-10-04T22:25:00.000-07:00

Please join us for some wicked fun as the DollyDaily Community is transformed into a Halloween treat for the month of October. There's an oh-so-spOOky photo theme running concurrent with our regular bi-weekly theme and all kinds of ghoulish graphics.

Be sure to bring your...Death Certificate.

FR squared

2010-08-30T18:46:00.000-07:00

Today, Integrity Toys announced a new collection called FR2 (FR squared).

This collection will feature the debut of "version 4.0" of the FR body (a brand new, fully re-sculpted figure with details like you've never seen before!), new characters and a renewed couture style by Jason Wu. This new body will be used just for the FR2 line (Fashion Royalty dolls will continue to be made with their current body). The first doll will debut in the 2010 Integrity Toys Convention, Dark Romance in October, and the collection will officially debut during the convention.

New FR Monogram doll & outfit release

2010-08-25T09:27:00.000-07:00

Integrity Toys has just announced a new dressed FR Monogram doll and separate fashion. They'll be available at your favorite Monogram doll dealers in September.

Extravagance
Ltd. 300 dolls worldwide
Suggested Retail Price: $150.00

This gorgeous doll has rooted honey-blonde hair and comes wearing an up-to-the-minute cocktail dress with layered "frayed" detail on the skirt, A sleek trench coat, cinched just below the bust line, a feathered hat with a veil attached, coordinating necklace and earrings, a fuchsia "bow" shaped clutch, and "suede" open toe heels.

The fashion is called Escapade and comes with a short titian wig. It's a mini-tweed two-piece skirt-suit, with a yellow fitted blouse. Accessories include a dramatic navy beret w/ veil, sleek necklace with "diamond" stud earrings, navy velvet purse, and black "leather" sandals with ribbon ties.

Ltd. 300 Fashions Worldwide
Suggested Retail Price: $99.00

Who's your Holy Grail doll?

2010-08-19T08:07:00.000-07:00

Tell us about your Holy Grail doll -- the doll that you just can't seem to find or pin down. Is she a Barbie doll? Is she Fashion Royalty? How about a BJD?

Dynamite Girls: Chill Factor

2010-08-14T08:00:00.000-07:00

This fall get ready to get your Chill on. Integrity Toys, today, announced their new fall 2010 Dynamite Girls collection: Chill Factor. The collection consists of three girls, Neve, Aria, and Eltin. Each doll is limited to 300 pieces each and has a suggested retail price of $55.

Neve is the newest Dynamite Girl. She shares the same head mold as the 2010 Vintage Vinyl Reese doll. A girl of mixed ethnic heritage, Neve is adorable in her coat accented with fur and center box pleated mini skirt. Her thigh high hosiery and heels complete this new girl's winter wardrobe.

Aria returns with a brand new look and attitude! She sports a brand new head mold for 2010. Wearing a white fur trimmed blue jacket and pleated skirt, she's as cute as can be. The sexy rib knit thigh high stockings complement her cream mittens and top with ruffled collar and yoke. Blue platform heels finish off the look.

Lastly, Eltin is back looking as cute as ever in her green winter ensemble. With her flared leg trousers and wintery warm coat with fur trim and mittens, Eltin is ready to tackle any weather that comes her way. Her pink blouse and platform heels add the perfect splash of contrasting color. She shares the 2010 Vintage Vinyl Sooki head mold. Sweet!

The girls will be available from your favorite Dynamite Girls retailer early October.

Blythe 9th Anniversary doll: Neo Blythe Marabelle Melody

2010-07-24T07:30:00.000-07:00

The end of an era

2010-07-20T08:37:00.000-07:00

Today, July 20th 2010, is a sad day for fashion doll collectors around the world.

HauteDoll Magazine will cease publication in it's current format. The two owners of the magazine, Marlene Mura and Karen Caviale, have just sent an email out to their subscribers with the following message...

Dear Valued Partner:
We wanted you to be among the first to know that after many wonderful years of publishing Haute Doll, we have decided to turn the publication over to Madavor Media/Doll Reader. Our last issue will be July/August, 2010.

We have decided to retire and go on to new adventures.

We know that Doll Reader will provide a great home for Haute Doll and will continue publishing Haute Doll within the pages of Doll Reader as a special supplement. Doll Reader has a strong reputation and following within the world of dolls and has the largest circulation of any doll publication. Their editorial content is written by world-renowned experts, and they keep the doll enthusiast up-to-date with the latest happenings.

The first issue will be included in the October issue of Doll Reader. Madavor is committed to serving all current subscribers and will provide you with additional audience of passionate, enthusiastic and loyal
doll subscribers within their Doll Reader to expand your reach.

Madavor Media publishes other titles and manages trade shows including IDEX – the premiere trade show for dolls, bears and other fine gifts. These publications and shows are No. 1 in their respective fields in the collectible, sports, music and enthusiast markets. Through its print and digital magazines, trade shows, Web sites, e-mail newsletters and other partnerships across the publishing industry, Madavor offers unique ways to communicate with passionate consumers who are eager to learn more about products and events that support their interests.

We thank you for your support of Haute Doll over the years and have enjoyed working with you. We are excited that through Doll Reader, Haute Doll will be able to continue to provide excellent content and
beautiful photos of the most fashionable dolls in the industry. If you have any questions about your subscription, please contact Madavor Media’s subscription department at 1-800-437-5828 or 617-706-9110.

Warm Regards,
Marlene Mura and Karen Caviale
Publishers, Haute Doll

It is with love and sincerity that the administrators and moderators at DollyDaily.com wish Marlene and Karen the best of luck in all of their future endeavors. The fashion doll collecting community would have not been (and will not be) the same without them. Their contributions to this hobby have enormous and beyond compare. We looked forward to every issue: first Barbie Bazaar and then HauteDoll. Marlene and Karen, thank you for sharing your vision with the world. There are so many doll companies that many of us would never have discovered if not for your enthusiasm and dedication to bring these dolls to our attention, photograph them so beautifully, and write about them so lovingly.

We look to the future and hope that Doll Reader magazine will honor Marlene and Karen by giving us some crazy-cool fashion doll coverage -- the kind of coverage that we've come to expect in a magazine like HauteDoll.

Brides of Dracula: The Contessa

2010-06-03T22:36:00.000-07:00

DollyDaily.com member JennFL has received "The Contessa," the first doll in the Brides of Dracula series from a partnership between Ashton-Drake Galleries and Integrity Toys. JennFL has been kind enough to post a wonderful review of the doll in the DollyDaily Community. Please stop by and check it out.

In the review, JennFL has nicely photographed the fine details of the doll (including her new body). JennFL also mentions where to purchase the doll in case you fall for her just as much as she has.

New 2010 Spring/Summer Trico* fashions have been released

2010-06-01T07:24:00.000-07:00

Check out the BIC website. They've got the new 2010 Spring / Summer Trico fashion separates listed as well as two sets that assemble a few of the separates into a complete fashion at a slight discount.

Also, whatever's not listed in the photo already will be up in about 10 days. The items are not due until August so this is just a pre-order. Most of last year's collection sold out at pre-order, so if you like anything it's probably best to get it on order.

There are so many cute items in this collection.

Of course, we've got a discussion going on in the DollyDaily Community about this collection.

Tonner debuts Prince of Persia

2010-05-28T09:19:00.000-07:00

Tonner doll company has announced the Prince of Persia dolls to coincide with the film's weekend release.

The Jake Gyllenhaal Prince Dastan doll is limited to 1000 pieces and retails for $210. He's 17.5" tall and comes swathed in a cotton wrap shirt and distressed twill pants, with a cotton scarf, intricate faux leather belt with working buckles, sleeveless cloak with metal adornments, and faux leather boots. Faux leather armbands, bracelets, necklace, socks, head wrap, and elaborately painted resin dagger also included.

The Gemma Arterton as Tamina doll is limited to 500 pieces and retails for $180. Tamina, the mysterious and enchanting princess portrayed by Gemma Arterton, aids Prince Dastan on his quest to protect the dagger. This stunning 16" doll arrives wearing billowing harem pants with intricate belt buckle, under a shimmering brocade tunic. Metallic slippers and AMULET OF TIME CHILD necklace also included.

Both dolls are currently available for pre-order at Tonner Direct

We've got a discussion started for these dolls @ the DollyDaily Community. Stop by and tell us what you think of the dolls.

Our favorite Japanese blogs

2010-05-22T09:21:00.000-07:00

There is an entire world out there who collect dolls. One of our favorite places in the big wide world is Japan. The Japanese doll collectors and artist seem to be on another level when it comes to doll collecting. Here are some of our favorite Japanese blogs...

LoveSound

Atelier Matin

Daisy D

Momolita

Honey Drops

Pixeleen

Life is...

Perhaps you will find inspiration or a new love in doll collecting as it changes, evolves, and morphs into something entirely different than you had originally anticipated.

2010 Spring/Summer Trico fashions

2010-05-17T08:15:00.000-07:00

BIC Co. Ltd. has debuted the new Trico* 2010 Spring Summer collection. They're super cute.

There is a black and gray mini dress that features a gray bodice with cute bow details and a black and white polkadot skirt with black net overlay. The second is a black and white strapless mini dress with cute button-down front detail and a pleated net skirt.

Accessories include a fancy red belt with bow detail clasp, cute white and black polkadot lace socks, a net and ribbon head bow, black leggings, an ultra-cool military jacket, and a silver chain wrap necklace.

Not sure how the items will be sold. We're just going off of the Flickr photos right now.

The DollyDaily Community loves the Trico* brand and we hope to have more information soon. Though the dolls shown in the photos are Misaki these outfits will fit a variety of dolls.

2010 Nu.Fantasy dolls make their debut

2010-05-16T20:00:00.000-07:00

In 2008, Integrity Toys debuted their Nu.Fantasy collection, a spinoff of the Nu.Face collection, that featured contemporary interpretations on Fairytale themes exclusively for the Japanese market. "Red Riding Hood" Yuri and "Wild Wolf" Kumi quickly became collector favorites from all around the world.

Today, the next two dolls have been announced and are currently for sale at BIC Co. Ltd. in Japan. Kumi and Yuri are dressed as sisters "Snow White" and "Red Rose" from the The Grimm Brothers fairytale of the same name (which is all together different from Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. The dolls are designed by Daisy-D, a very famous artist in Japan. They're limited to 300 pieces each, but that number is being divided into Japanese market and International, so the number for everyone outside of Japan is much more limited.

"Snow White" Kumi comes dressed in a white calf-length dress with black embroidery, ribbon details, and lace trim. She also comes with a cute apple.

"Red Rose" Yuri is dressed similarly yet different. Her red calf-length dress also features black embroidery, ribbon details, and lace trim. Her accessory is a silver colored hand mirror.

The doll are currently available for sale at BIC Co. Ltd. right now. Don't delay, these are sure to sell out quickly.

And don't forget to check out the DollyDaily Community for lots of discussion about the dolls in this collection.

Twilight Saga: Alice & Victoria dolls

2010-05-08T11:00:00.000-07:00

Mattel has announced the newest Twilight Saga dolls, Alice Cullen and Victoria. Both dolls are gorgeous and it seems that Mattel keeps getting better at capturing the actors likeness. Not sure when they'll be available for sale, but let's hope that it's just in time for the Twilight Saga: Eclipse opening June 30th, 2010.

Alice Cullen

Victoria

Check out the for a discussion about all of the Mattel Twilight dolls.

DollyDaily Community

10th Anniversary Silkstone

2010-05-07T07:13:00.000-07:00

Here is a sketch of the new 10th Anniversary Silkstone BFMC doll. This year, the Barbie Fashion Model Collection celebrates it's 10th Anniversary. I seems like only a few short years ago this collection made it's debut with three gorgeous dolls (Lingerie #1 Blonde, Lingerie #2 Brunette, and Delphine) and two fantastic outfits (Lunch at the Club, and Garden Party).

Actual photos have not been released yet, so all we have to go on is this gorgeous fashion sketch by the one and only Robert Best -- the main man of the BFMC...the head honcho...silkstone daddy. But rest assured that she will be available this year.

You can discuss all of the fun at the DollyDaily Community.

Darkhunter Dolls Official pics

2010-05-03T17:57:00.000-07:00

Here are the official photos of the Darkhunter Dolls. They're absolutely gorgeous and full of wonderful details.

First up is Acheron. He's 12" tall and comes dressed in a full length black faux-leather jacket, faded jeans, and t-shirt. His biker boots, sunglasses, and backpack complete his look. $149.99 + shipping/handling/and any applicable taxes.

Didja spot the tattoo? How cool!

Then there's Simi. She's 12" tall and comes dressed in a plaid miniskirt, a bustier with mesh overlay, gloves, bracelets, leggings, knee-high boots, and get-this, removable black feather wings and a pair of red horns. Absolutely devilish! A coffin purse, a bottle of BBQ sauce, and a black AMEX card complete her look. $149.99 + shipping/handling/and any applicable taxes.

Don't forget to check out the DollyDaily Community for a fantastic discussion about these wickedly cool dolls.

And here's a link to the official website: www.darkhunterdolls.com

"Flame Blue" Vanessa

2010-04-23T15:27:00.000-07:00

Introducing "Flame Blue" Vanessa, a W Club exclusive doll available by lottery. She's limited to 300 pieces and is sure to be a hit with collectors.

She's an extension of the Re:Edition collection from 2009's "Iconic" Fashion Royalty Jason Wu convention. "Flame Blue" Vanessa is modeled after the popular "Flame Rouge" Vanessa doll from the early years.

If you're a member of the W Club, then be sure to enter the lottery to purchase this gorgeous doll; you have until April 27th @ 10am CST to enter. And be sure to check out the DollyDaily.com Community for larger photos and discussion about this new collector favorite.

Mad Men Barbie™ and Ken™ dolls

2010-04-22T10:20:00.000-07:00

Coming this summer to a doll shop near you!

Barbie™ doll and Ken™ doll meet Mad Men.

The Mad Men Barbie Fashion Model collection series will include Don Draper, the show's leading man; his wife, Betty; his colleague at the Sterling Cooper agency, Roger Sterling; and Joan Holloway, the agency's office manager who was Roger's mistress. The dolls are scheduled to be released in July to promote the fourth season of Mad Men on AMC.

There will be 7,000 to 10,000 pieces of each doll. The dolls are part of a premium-price collectors' series for adults in the Barbie Fashion Model Collection and they have a suggested retail of $74.95. Mattel is licensing rights to the characters from Lionsgate, the studio that produces Mad Men for AMC.

The Roger Sterling doll will be an AMCtv.com and BarbieCollector.com exclusive. The three other dolls will be available through authorized specialty Barbie™ doll retailers.

As always, check out the DollyDaily Community to discuss these wonderful dolls.

Twist N Turn

2010-04-20T10:00:00.000-07:00

Dark Hunter dolls

2010-04-19T10:00:00.000-07:00

Ashton-Drake Galleries and Integrity Toys have got a special surprise for fans of Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark Hunter™ series -- Dolls!!! The first two dolls in the series will be Acheron and Simi and will be 1/6th scale.

Each collectible Dark-Hunter™ doll is meticulously detailed with clothing and accessories straight off the pages of your favorite book. Symbolic of quality and collectability, each doll is handcrafted in premium materials and entirely hand painted.

Pre-orders for the dolls are being accepted now for late Summer delivery. What are you waiting for?

Check out the Dark Hunter Dolls website for more information. And as always, check out the DollyDaily Community for lots of dolly discussion about the series.

Oh, and here's a link to a pic of the dolls.

Jason Wu doll for Venus Lingerie in Taiwan

2010-04-18T10:00:00.000-07:00

Venus Lingerie in Taiwan has a very special gift for customers who spend $2,000.00 on their custom designed lingerie, a very special exclusive Jason Wu doll.

This girl features the "Eugenia" head sculpt but is not part of the Fashion Royalty collection. By the looks of her, she is also on the Nu.face body. She comes boxed in what appears to be a black satin bustier/corset and skirt, with a black lace bra and panties, a beige corset playsuit with black accents, and a nude colored clutch and heels.

We've also got a chat about the exclusive Jason Wu doll in the DollyDaily.com Community

a Dark Romance

2010-04-17T10:00:00.000-07:00

Registration is currently underway.

Integrity Toys and Jason Wu present
Dark Romance
Oct 28-30, 2010 in Pittsburgh, PA

Check out the Integrity Toys website for more details, and visit the DollyDaily.com Community to discuss the latest news about the convention.

Librium

2010-04-08T10:30:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago Superdoll Collectibles™ held a special party in honor of their 5th anniversary. The event was held in conjunction with the 2010 Paris Fashion Doll Festival (PFDF), but was not part of the Festival itself. Speak + Spell was an exclusive VIP soiree held for a small group of forty or so Sybarite™ fans on the Thursday prior to the start of the Festival, and promised to be an event like no other.

This is the flyer used to promote the events.

Speak + Spell was held at the Musée de la Poupée in Paris, France, where attendees were given a preview of the new six-month exhibit featuring five plus years of Superdoll™ deliciousness. What a treat it must have been for the attendees not only to experience the gorgeous creations by the Superguys, Charles Fegen and Desmond Lingard, but to actually experience it with them in person. Imagine being able to chat with Charles and Des as they discuss their inspirations for the doll collections, one-of-a-kind outfits, and the exquisite Chalk White™ dolls.

During the party, attendees were given a commemorative “extreme edition” doll named Librium™ (ltd. 50 pieces). Swoon! This girl is absolutely drop-dead gorgeous, and is a truly special tribute to Superdoll’s past. Charles kindly explained that Librium™ features the DC d’Royce™ sculpt; a special sculpt that is rarely used. During the past 5 years, it has only been used for some OOAK Chalk White™ dolls, the limited Cosma Shiva Galaxina™ event doll, the Innoqui™ 14 inch porcelain doll collection, and now Librium™. I asked if they will use the DC d’Royce™ sculpt again. He answered elusively, “we may do, depending on our whim.” This is the only time the DC d’Royce™ sculpt has been used on a doll manufactured in China, and I asked the Superguys why they chose to use the DC sculpt for this special doll. Charles simply said, “because she is gorgeous and she shares the same birthday as Venus.” I think I can speak for Sybarite fans everywhere when I say that I wholeheartedly agree that DC is a gorgeous sculpt and most definitely worthy of this noteworthy incarnation.

The gorgeous Librium in all her glory.

What makes Librium™ even more special is that she is an homage to her past. Her faceup is a recreation of Desmond’s Valium™, a doll that Charles painted for him when they first started the Sybarites™ project. Sybarite™ fans have always coveted that special doll, so imagine the look on their faces when they first gazed upon Librium™. I think I would have fainted. But the homage doesn’t stop there. Librium’s hair is a tribute to Surreal™, their first production doll from China, and her gauntlets honor Tattoo™, the very first retail Sybarite™ doll. Further, the red fishnet on her dress bodice is from the original Haute Doll magazine photos of Fugu™, and her hose reflect this too.

On a side note to connect Librium™ to Valium™ even more, Charles told me, “Valium™does have the same outfit as Librium™, but in a color variation that [he] did for her especially. She has not been seen wearing it as of yet. Valium™ is currently on exhibition in the ICÔNEX exhibit in Paris and she wears the prototype jewelry from Librium™.”

Three other dolls were debuted during the 2010 PFDF. Tick™, the Disco 3000 event doll for registered PFDF attendees, Tock™, a limited edition doll that was available at the Superdoll Collectibles™ sales table, and the Musée de la Poupée exclusive, Slipper™. While all of the dolls are part of Superdoll Collectibles™ Fifth Anniversary celebration, Librium™ is truly a “special” doll and will hold a place in Superdoll™ history. Lucky are the few who own this dazzling creature. She is definitely a stand-out doll that brings the past and present together and then points them directly to the future.

If you find yourself in Paris between now and 19 Sept 2010, please be sure to check out the Musée de la Poupée to see an amazing collection of art and craft that is Superdoll Collectibles™. And while you’re there be sure to pick up the Musée’s beautiful exclusive Sybarite™ doll, Slipper™.

Please note that the images for this blog post are used with permission, are the property of Superdoll Collectibles™, and may not be reproduced by any means whatsoever or used anywhere on the web without prior authorization from Superdoll Collectibles™. All trademarks are the property of Superdoll Collectibles™.

Blythe on the Collectors Show

2010-03-31T10:46:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to check out the Blythe forum at DollyDaily.com where we discuss all things Blythe.

Dolls in Oz 2010

2010-03-27T08:28:00.000-07:00

The Dolls in Oz doll convention in Australia is underway and the two Integrity Toys exclusive dolls have been announced. There seems to be a bit of confusion as to which doll is the Convention doll and which doll is the Companion doll, but let's face it. Both dolls are CAPTIVATING.

"Regal Estate" Agnes wears a black bustier dress with a creamy jacket and black bow belt. Her patterned fishnet hose are accented by the clear blue "jelly" heels, and her black and blue necklace and earrings complete the look.

Magnetism FR Monogram is breathtaking in her beautiful strapless cerise satin gown with oversized bow detail on the bodice. She also comes with her cerise and black satin wrap to keep her warm on those chilly nights. She comes complete with "gold" earrings, and bracelet, but the most dazzling part of her is her glamourous make-up palette. She dons gold metallic eye shadows partnered with striking red lip paint -- a winning combination for a "Hollywood Premier."

As always, check the DollyDaily Community for up to the minute discussion about these gorgeous girls.

2010 Paris Fashion Doll Festival, Sybarite style.

2010-03-25T19:43:00.000-07:00

It's been a few weeks since the close of the Paris Fashion Doll Festival ( PFDF 2010 ) where SuperDoll introduced a mini-collection of dolls. First on the list was an exclusive doll named Librium from their private Speak & Spell event. Librium features the elusive and exclusive DC d'Royce sculpt. This gorgeous creature is limited to 40 pieces, and has superfans squealing with delight.

The PFDF Disco 3000 Sybarite event doll is named Tick (ltd 150). This gorgeous girl feature a delightful black updo with a silver clockwork strapless bodice and a white feather mini-skirt. A longer floor-length white feather skirt also accompanies the doll.

The sales room opened on the final day of the festival, and the SuperGuys had one last surprise up their sleeves, Tock (ltd. 100). This indigo-haired goddess features a clockwork mini dress in gold with hot pink tights. Only 50 pieces of Tock were available at the sales room and she quickly sold out. The remaining dolls were sold at the SuperSite days later.

The last doll to debut in Paris is Slipper. She's a Musée de la Poupée exclusive limited to 300 pieces. Known as a "basic" doll, Slipper features an amazing pink satin lace up corset and panties. She has a platinum flocked head and soft delicate facial features. The Sybarite exhibit lasts through the summer at the Musée and is sure to be a treat for doll lovers around the world. The Musée will also have two Sybarite wigs for sale in April. Keep checking the DollyDaily Community for more details.

It's rumored that there will only be one more Sybarite doll between now and Fall, 2010 that will be released. In the Fall, SuperFrock is rumored to debut redesigned Sybarite body.

Check out the Slipper reveal and review in the DollyDaily.com Community

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2010-02-09T17:31:00.001-08:00

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2010-02-08T08:29:00.000-08:00

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Butterfly Shadow

2010-01-31T14:00:00.000-08:00

Integrity Toys and Ashton-Drake Galleries has one last surprise up their sleeves. Butterfly Shadow Gene is the final [I]regular[/I] release doll in the Gene Marshall collection. The final collection will be the Gene Convention collection released later this year.

Butterfly Shadow was created to celebrate Ashton-Drake's 25th anniversary. She will be available exclusively through doll retailers working with the Ashton-Drake Galleries and will retail for $200.

Butterfly Shadow Gene Marshall comes complete with a breathtaking evening gown made of hand-printed fabric. The gown's full gathered skirt features a romantic organza overlay that creates sweeping volume. A 'flower' corsage of pink roses as a brooch and also in the hair give just a burst of color to offset the black and white print. Earrings and high heels complete her look.

Two new AvantGuards for 2010

2010-01-31T10:00:00.000-08:00

This week Integrity Toys previewed two new AvantGuards dolls for 2010. They're expected to arrive around March, and dealers are already taking pre-orders. The dolls will each retail for $220 and have an edition size of 400 dolls each.

Hot Trot

Hot Trot features a gorgeous black gown with orange "fire' feathers peaking out from below, and strappy skyscraper platforms, black gloves and jewelry finish the ensemble.

On Edge

On Edge wears a structured little-black-dress, covered with a fantastic hot pink feathered cape that closes with a satin bow. Her raven wig, black platforms with floral embellishment, jewelry and gloves create the ultimate chic ensemble.

Check out the DollyDaily Community for discussion, and more pics.

"Forget Me Not" Poppy Parker collection

2010-01-30T11:00:00.000-08:00

This week Integrity Toys revealed the first round of Poppy Parker basic dolls entitled "Forget Me Not." Each of the three dolls comes dressed in a vintage style printed sheath dress and will retail for $80.

"Forget Me Not" Blonde Poppy Parker in lavender will be available exclusively at Gigi's Dolls & Sherry's Teddy Bears.

"Forget Me Not" Brunette Poppy Parker in pink will be exclusively available at The Doll Peddlar.

"Forget Me Not" Redhead Poppy Parker in turquoise will be exclusively available at My Favorite Doll.

Check out the DollyDaily Community for discussion, info, and more pics.

Integrity Toys, Ashton-Drake Galleries, and the Brides of Dracula

2010-01-30T08:51:00.000-08:00

This week Integrity Toys announced their collaboration with Ashtron-Drake Galleries for a new collection entitled The Brides of Dracula. This is the second series of dolls in the Couture Fantasy collection (the first being the Tiana dolls from Disney's The Princess and the Frog). There are three dolls in the Dracula series, The Contessa, Lucy, and Mina. They will retail for $150, and are exclusive to Ashton-Drake Galleries.

The Contessa

The Contessa wears a purple gown with black lace overlay. Accessories include long black lace gloves, black chain necklace, and shoes.

Lucy

Lucy is the youngest of the three brides and wears a royal blue dress with a fitted bodice and and overlapping layered skirt. Short black boots, short lacy gloves, fishnet stockings, and an antique black and white cameo finish her outfit.

Mina

Mina, the ultimate seductress, wears a black gothic suit with blood red accents. Accessories include a top hat, knee-high boots, fishnet stockings, and a ring.

Check out the DollyDaily Community for buying information, discussion, and larger photos.

Duran Duran and dolls?

2010-01-27T08:58:00.000-08:00

Who knew!

Actually, it's a commercial for Suntory Whiskey from Japan.

2010 W Club registration now open

2010-01-10T16:31:00.000-08:00

The 2010 W Club, for doll collecting fans of Jason Wu and Integrity Toys, is now accepting membership for 2010. There are only 2 weeks left to join for the 2010 calendar year. Registration closes at 10am cst on January 22nd.

Please follow the link below to find out more about the club and to register.

We've also got some discussions going on in the DollyDaily Community about club registration.

Don't delay. It's cracking up to be a fantastic year for Integrity Toys and the Fashion Royalty family of dolls.

Registration & information

DollyDaily community discussion

Aside from the base registration there are also two "upgrade" dolls that can be purchased at the time of your registration.

AvantGuards: Freeze Frame

Freeze Frame features a sleeveless white chiffon dress with satin accents, a white lace body suit, a black “leather” corset belt, a pair of ankle boots with faux-mohair trim, a black chrome cuff bracelet, a dark-brown wig with “hair bow” detail, and black stockings.

Fashion Royalty: "Spring Foward" Eugenia

Eugenia wears a pale-yellow blouse with a flirty accent of ruffles at the neckline, a two-layer pleated chiffon skirt in pale-blue, a nude “patent leather” belt, Multi-color heels with chrome platform, faux-diamond stud earrings, narrow cuff bracelet, and light-brown, center-parted hair with a beautiful sheen.

Happy 2010

2009-12-31T18:59:00.001-08:00

May all of your dolly wishes come true in 2010.

Happy holidays!

2009-12-25T12:04:00.001-08:00

The staff at DollyDaily.com would like to wish all of our members and
fans a very happy holidays.

Mattel's Twilight Edward Cullen doll

2009-12-21T10:00:00.000-08:00

Edward Cullen has finally made the trek to my place. And, WOW! I absolutely ADORE him. I love the sparkle, I love his new body mold, and I love his new neck/head mold. He looked a bit not-so-cute in the very-bad hairstyle with which Mattel supplied him, but I gave him a small hair makeover. To me, he looks a little more like Robert Pattinson with the new hair than he did stock.

He and Jacob Black will make a good team once Jacob is available in February.

Avatar contest

2009-12-18T14:11:00.000-08:00

Our popular Avatar contest is currently in the voting stage. Please be sure to stop by the DollyDaily community and vote for you favorite DollyDaily avatar. The top two winning entries will become official DollyDaily avatars.

There are only a few days left to get your votes in.

I WANT!!!

2009-12-15T19:18:00.000-08:00

I have always found Kelly dolls by Mattel to be very cute. But never have I gone as far as buying them for my collection. Until now, that is. Ever since I saw these Charlie's Angels Kelly trio, I have been wanting them so badly, I think I might have to bring them home. But since I have been splurging so much on my hobby lately, I will try to be good and wait for a few more months before ordering them. But boy, aren't they super adorable?

Finally! Mattel does something right.

2009-12-13T08:31:00.000-08:00

Mattel's Ken doll has FINALLY got a brand new neck. Hurray!!! I've have always long hated the weird and oddly placed neck seam on Ken doll, and I've always hated that he could never look up or down (only side to side). At long last, Mattel has finally updated Ken doll's neck on some of the collector dolls. Looks like Twilight Ken doll as Edward Cullen and "Pop Life" Ken doll are the first to use this new technology. Second, is the upcoming Harley Davidson Ken doll (and Barbie doll) gift set for 2010. Ken doll looks fantastic with his new articulation.

Here's a pic from the website Man behind the doll showing the old neck style:

Here's a pic from Mattel's Barbie Collector website showing Ken as Edward Cullen's new neck style:

So exciting. I'm definitely looking forward to more Ken dolls, and now I'm actually buying them!!!

Please note: Mattel will also apparently continue to use the "old" neck style as apparent from "Fashionista" Ken doll also from this year.

Dressmaker Details announces Mon Cheri just in time for the holidays

2009-12-10T10:46:00.000-08:00

Dressmaker Details has announced a sassy new cocktail dress in rich crimson satin.

This gorgeous party dress is perfect for the girl about town. The gathered skirt and fitted bodice emphasize the tiny waist, and the delicate bows at the neckline offer a playful softer touch. Accessories include Opera length gloves, matching sling back shoes, satin clutch w/ bow detail, "ruby" drop earrings, "diamond" bracelet, and versatile "ruby & diamond" pin which can be used to accent any part of the fashion. Suggested retail $85. The ensemble is due in shortly and should be in dealer's hands before Christmas. Contact your favorite Dressmaker Details authorized retailers for more information.

Here is the beautiful Plantation Silkstone Barbie doll modeling the outfit

Here is the gorgeous Tatyana Fashion Royalty doll modeling the outfit

Photos and information by Dressmaker Details

Barbie dolls meets Comme des Garcons

2009-12-09T09:38:00.000-08:00

Fashion designer Rei Kawakubo has dressed millions of people in Comme des Garcons, and now she's dressed Barbie doll. Barbie doll models her beautiful sleeveless silk Jingle Flowers photo-style print fabric.

The limited edition Barbie is part of the Barbie Collector Platinum Label collection, and comes in its own box, featuring the Jingle Flowers print, and display stand. Comme des Garcon Barbie doll can be purchased for approximately $350 at Comme des Garcons direct shops.

They've arrived!

2009-11-30T10:04:00.000-08:00

My two DollyStyle Convention girls have arrived! WooHoo! They're absolutely GORGEOUS! Anyone still deciding about these two should hit the "buy" button. I love them.

"Re-Edition: Tokyo, here we go!" is beautiful. She's my first Amélie doll and I adore her. She's quite the princess in her pink outfit with cute crown. The crown is so cute, it has a mini comb to attach to her hair.

And, "Night Warrior" Vanessa. What can I say. She's daring, captivating, and quite possibly one of the most beautiful Vanessa dolls to date.

I thought you might enjoy these mini photos. I'll post some larger pix in the Dolly Daily community.

Blythe recruitment begins today!

2009-11-23T10:00:00.000-08:00

Calling all Blythe doll lovers!

Blythe LOVES YOU!

2009 DollyStyle Convention dolls revealed

2009-11-21T16:38:00.000-08:00

The 2009 DollyStyle convention is underway, and last night in Tokyo, Japan two beautiful dolls were revealed. The first is "Tokyo, here we go" Amelie from the Japanese exclusive FR Nippon collection. This girl is the official convention doll, and she is splendid in pink. She is a "revisited" version of the first Dolly Style convention doll, "Tokyo, here we go" Misaki who wears the same outfit but in black. Amelie is limited to 300 pieces, and unlike her predecessor comes with a cute crown atop her head.

Conventioneers were also given the opportunity to purchase the Fashion Royalty companion doll, "Night Warrior" Vanessa doll, ltd 300. Vanessa, one of the most gorgeous Vanessa dolls ever, is dressed in the colors of night and comes complete with a sword to vanquish all of the baddies. Her cool cross necklace is similar to the one Amelie wears thus tying them together. Perhaps Vanessa is Amelie's guardian?

Either way, these two lovely dolls are the belle's of the DollyStyle ball and are sure to be a hit with collectors. Lucky are the few who will have the opportunity to own these treasures.

2009 DollyStyle Convention

2009-11-16T22:20:00.001-08:00

The 2009 DollyStyle Convention happens this coming weekend, Nov 21st & 22nd, in Tokyo, Japan. Collectors from all over the world are signed up to attend this exclusive event. This collector can't wait to read about all of the fun attendees had in the days following the event, as well as the reveal of the FR Nippon Convention doll. How exciting. The Dolly Daily Community is abuzz with speculation and frenzied guessing as to who the Convention doll will be and also who the Fashion Royalty Companion doll will be. Nobody will know until Saturday night, Tokyo time, when the big reveal will take place. Until then, why not join us in the Community and have a guess.

Mattel To Produce Bratz spring 2010

2009-11-10T14:37:00.000-08:00

I knew this was coming !!! Hopefully they will still be "Bratz" !!

Mattel said it plans to launch the Bratz doll line in the spring of 2010. Mattel sued MGA Entertainment Inc. over rights to the doll and won the first phase of the case earlier this year. They are now in the second phase of the case, which involves trade-secret theft.

Interesting stuff !!!

Gene Marshall retires from the glitz and glam of Hollywood

2009-11-09T09:33:00.000-08:00

Hollywood legend, Gene Marshall, announced her retirement from film making last week, and it caught her fans by surprise. The papers (and blogs) were a buzz with the news that our favorite starlet is calling it a day. This reporter says, there's no better time to exit the scene than while one is on top. So, bravo(!), Gene Marshall; you will be missed.

Katie "Gene" Marshall got her start in the industry many years ago. She was discovered while working in a theatre as an "usherette." Shortly thereafter, she waved "goodbye, New York" and hopped on the first train west. "Hello, Hollywood, hello," she declared as she stepped onto the platform at Union Station, and the rest, as they say, is motion picture history.

Monolithic Studios will present Gene Marshall with a lifetime achievement award at her final curtain call next June (2010) at her farewell convention. She will receive a send-off like no other. Please stay-tuned for more info as it becomes available.

Though Ms. Marshall is retiring from the silver screen she will continue to warm the hearts of her many fans as they continue to relive her many roles on and off the silver screen.

Poppy Parker : What a Doll !!!!!!!!!

2009-11-03T13:14:00.000-08:00

I really tried to ignore the preliminary photos of Integrity Toy's Poppy Parker line. Surely these new dolls wouldn't appeal to me ....WRONG !!

After seeing so many intriguing member photos here , I was in trouble . I still resisted for a long time , but then I spotted a nude Blonde Poppy on ebay...the rest is history !!

Poppy is so versatile , nothing I've dressed her in looks bad . She's so photogenic too !! This girl doesn't ever take a bad pic . Dressing her is super easy too since her hands are removable . Love 'em !!

Make sure and visit the Community and check out all the pics and info about Poppy !!

It's Halloween time at Dolly Daily

2009-10-26T08:48:00.000-07:00

We've got a fun mini Photo Theme this week for Halloween pix. Please check out the photo forum, and share you frightfully cute and wonderfully scary dolly photos. Here's a quick one of my little Mondie all dressed up for the Halloween party.

Here's a direct link to the Halloween photo thread.

LA Blythe meet

2009-10-19T18:38:00.000-07:00

I went to my third Blythe doll meet yesterday in Los Angeles. There were so many dolls. Many collectors brought upwards of 5 to 10 dolls each; I only brought one. It was nice to see some collectors from previous meets there; and nice that we all remembered each other and could chat a bit. Doll get-togethers are always a nice escape to see familiar faces and meet new ones. What really gets me is how diverse the doll collecting world really is. There's not just one type of collector. In fact, coming from the fashion doll collecting world, myself, many of the Blythe collectors could not relate to all of the different dolls that I collect. Interestingly, many Blythe collectors discover Blythe via non-doll collecting means. Some are knitters and crafters, some collect cute Japanese things, and some just stumble upon Blythe without even trying. What's really interesting to me is that many Blythe collectors customize their dolls. That is so completely different from the fashion doll collecting world. Yes, we buy customized doll, but many don't actually do the customizing for themselves -- I can think of only a few fashion doll collectors that customize as their hobby without the desire to profit from it.

The one thing we all have in common is that non-collectors rarely understand our desire to collect dolls. That's why it's so nice to have a meet. Everyone already understands. Everyone already accepts. And we're all there to enjoy our love of dolls, discover new dolls, and bond with people to whom we don't have to explain about the dolls.

I thought it was interesting that I recently read a thread in one of the doll forums that went something like, " at what point do you tell the new person you're dating about the dolls." I thought it was funny because I've been there. We've all been there. I take comfort in knowing that I'm not alone. Doll collectors of the world UNITE!

This past weekend was also the 1st ever BlytheCon. It was held in Atlanta on Oct 17th. There's a cute thread in the Dolly Daily Community with some pix. Be sure to check it out.

YAYYYYYY!!!!

2009-10-16T06:01:00.000-07:00

Finally, the time is here. I am leaving for BlytheCon in Atlanta. Cannot wait to be there and meet fellow collectors as well as Blythe celebrities such as Gina Garan. Don't forget to check for updates on our forum at the BlytheCon thread. We will be posting pics live from the convention - before, during and after. So stay tuned!!!

See you soon!

So Many New Dolls,So Little Money !!

2009-10-13T16:41:00.000-07:00

Is it just me , or has there been a flood of new dolls ??!!

From the Fashion Royalty Convention Collection alone there are some amazing new "have-to-have" dolls . . . . enough to bankrupt the richest collector LOL!!

Barbie has some awesome brand-new incarnations as well !!
The new Bob Mackie doll is spectacular !!!
Hard Rock Cafe's newest doll is another MUST-have ......
The BFMC Silkstone "Stunning in the Spotlight" pays homage to the iconic "Solo in the Spotlight" , another lovely new offering.

AND , if all these available dolls don't break you .....well , stay tuned....

Expect an announcement tomorrow about not one , not two , but THREE new Barbies from famed shoe designer Christian Louboutin !!

No doubt Integrity toys isn't done yet either !! There are upcoming on-line exclusives as well as the 2nd 2009 W club doll ...

Feeling broke yet ???? hehehehe

Ribonetta Wish - new NEO Blythe from CWC

2009-10-10T19:19:00.000-07:00

CWC collaborates with Hello Kitty to create a super cute NEO Blythe Ribonetta Wish on Hello Kitty's 35th Anniversary.

Here are some details from CWC's website. She wears a light pink dress with bows and a lovely bolero with dots. The dress features pink pearl beads and ribbons in Hello Kitty's five colors at the waist and hem. Bows in five colors beautifully accent her dress and hair. The "Hello Kitty" face is printed on a cute white handbag which features a pearl-bead handle. Special colored eye chips are used for all of the eyes with Hello Kitty's symbolic bow embedded in the irises. She will be a RBL with Fair skin type. She is expected to arrive in December.

Heidi Klum & Her Barbie

2009-10-06T11:20:00.000-07:00

Go behind the scenes as Supermodel Heidi Klum and Mattel join
forces to create the Barbie Doll as Heidi Klum

June 18, 2009/Los Angeles CA:
Supermodel and Emmy-nominated "Project Runway"
hostess Heidi Klum is now a real-life Barbie.

Klum, designer Robert Best and toymaker Mattel
spent nearly 8 months crafting every detail
of the Barbie Doll as Heidi Klum, which will be
available to the public starting in September on
BarbieCollector.com

Klum was deeply involved in the design process,
fro the face sculpt to the doll;s hair and eye
color. Right down to the choice of gold earrings.
The doll's pink dress was modeled after a mini-
skirt Klum wore to the 12th Annual Victoria's
Secret Fashion Show

Klum also took an active part in the doll's Photo
shoot for Mattel's forthcoming Holliday Collector
Barbie Catalog

The supermodel and soon-to-be mother of four
grew up playing with Barbie dolls and now shares
the passion with her daughter Leni

The doll is part of Barbie's Blonde Ambition
Collection, a series that celebrates iconic blondes
in fashion and entertainment

The best Fashion Royalty Jason Wu event, EVER!

2009-10-05T08:55:00.000-07:00

Huge kudos to Integrity Toys for smacking us with the best Jason Wu event, EVER! Not a complaint to be had by me. Food, delicious. Dolls, gorgeous. Swag, plentiful. Hotel, awesome. Integrity Staff, welcoming.

If I had to force myself to think of something that I disliked, it would be that the convention is too short on time; it comes and goes much too quickly. Three full days of dolly nirvana is simply not enough! LOL

This event was packed with surprises from the moment we got our registration bags with the empty gift set box to the introduction of Elise Jolie on the final night. I love how she fits into the Iconic theme -- collectors have been requesting her from the very beginning when she was mentioned in the original story cards.

Thank you, Integrity Toys, listening to your collectors and improving their convention experience with each year that passes. You've done a fantastic job, and this collector is a happy camper. It was certainly *not* the year to miss.

Convention doll: "Blue Blood" Elise Jolie

2009-10-03T19:46:00.000-07:00

Gift set doll: "Power Game" Natalia Fatale

2009-10-03T17:35:00.000-07:00

Centerpiece doll: Dania

2009-10-03T17:32:00.001-07:00

W Club luncheon gift

2009-10-03T09:39:00.000-07:00

AG W Club Luncheon centerpiece

2009-10-03T09:25:00.000-07:00

Monogram with her glasses off

2009-10-02T17:45:00.000-07:00

Friday night centerpiece -- Monogram

2009-10-02T17:42:00.001-07:00

Outdoor Boyish

2009-10-02T13:06:00.000-07:00

The first of the Autumn Winter 2009 line from Sekiguchi will soon be here. She is cute, tomboyish, dressed for the season and cool like all other Momoko. I am especially loving her boots, leg warmers and ear-muffs. Check out more Momoko information in our forum.

Poppy centerpiece doll

2009-10-02T09:38:00.001-07:00

Sorry for the bad pix

2009-10-01T17:36:00.001-07:00

Grey zinger?

Agnes centerpiece

2009-10-01T17:34:00.000-07:00

Live from Wu Event VI: Iconic!!

2009-09-30T14:07:00.000-07:00

The Fashion Royalty Convention 2009 is almost underway in Chicago. Don't miss live reports from our community members.

Follow the thread here - Reporting live from Chicago

Awesome 1960's Barbie Collection

2009-09-29T11:02:00.000-07:00

What a great variety of vintage Barbie ! I love all the hair color and style variations.

Doll collecting's bad rap.

2009-09-28T10:00:00.000-07:00

The 2009/2010 TV season brings much to the table in terms of variety. One of my favorite shows this season is Glee. It's a fun show about a high school Glee Club filled with an eccentric bunch students. In last weeks episode, "Preggers," we find out that one of the on-again-off-again teachers happens to be a doll collector. Character Sandy Ryerson is creepy guy on the show, and the doll collecting is supposed to contribute to the disturbing nature of the character. Why is it that TV finds the doll collecting world so weird and out-of-touch? I get that the character is a stalker, a predator, and all-around weirdo. But why is the doll collecting part made to add to his weirdness?! There have been other shows that have portrayed the same types of negative characters who collect dolls and seem to have a skewed view of reality.

Come on, writers! Doll collecting is a fun and harmless hobby (albeit an expensive one). Let's see some positive portrayals of doll collectors on the tube. 2009 is, after all, Barbie doll's 50th anniversary. Stores like Kitson in Los Angeles and Jeffrey's New York are selling collectible fashion dolls by some of the worlds top designers. Many celebrities have extensive doll collections. Give us something to celebrate!

Jamieshow - a 16" BJD from Angelic Dreamz

2009-09-28T09:45:00.000-07:00

Angelic Dreamz have recently unveiled their 16" BJD - Jamieshow.

Here are some of the details from Angelic Dreamz website for the dolls. The first collection is named "The Blossom Collection". There are four girls in the collection - Jamie the American girl; Kyra the African American girl; Mayumi the Japanese girl and RuYi the Chinese girl. They are all designed with 17 points of articulation and various accessories for them are also available at Angelic Dreamz.

Here is a link to JamieShow page on Angelic Dreamz

You can also find updates on our own doll forums.

Try the crow, it's delicious!

2009-09-21T11:16:00.000-07:00

A long time ago I said it would never happen. I tried Gene, for 5 years!, and then gave it all up. She was just too big for me. So, I decided against getting into any other 16" dolls. I stayed with the 1/6th scale 12" dolls like Barbie and Fashion Royalty. All the while I kept seeing these gorgeous shots of the Sybarites dolls. I resisted and resisted. Well, you all know the story from there. I'm now a full-fledged, card-carrying, Sybarite enthusiast -- and I'm proud of it!!!

I think what really fascinates me about these dolls are their wardrobe. Wow, is all I can say. So much more can be done in this slightly larger scale to the 12" dolls. By that, I mean, the execution of design is just better and more accurate. Things that might look bulky on a smaller doll come out so real for the Sybarites.

I took this pic of these heels and named the pic Disco3000. Look at the tiny narrow stiletto of the black heels and the groovy yellow mesh. How about the gorgeous clear straps on the gold heels and the wonderful ankle detail. Not to mention how the hose fit on these girls. Not a bulky gathering in sight. Those red hose look painted on.

The most exciting part of all is that these aren't even the best examples of what is possible from the SuperGuys.

Check them out at Superfrock.com.
Check out the Sybarites discussion at the DollyDaily Community.

Prima Dolly London introduces the next Prima Dolly!

2009-09-19T19:19:00.000-07:00

Can't wait to see the chic girl from Paris (play video till the end to see a sneak preview). That hair color is awesome, isn't it?

Integrity Toys unveils Fashion Fuel

2009-09-17T12:00:00.000-07:00

AvantGuards collectors rejoice! Integrity Toys announces a special W Club exclusive outfit for the AvantGuards. The outfit, Fashion Fuel is currently available via pre-order to W Club members (please check the W Club for ordering details).

This gorgeous ensemble consists of a red jacket over a black satin slip dress, yummy-licious leopard platform heels (so worth the money just for those!), accessories like gloves, belt, fishnet stockings, and a blonde side-part wig.

Jonathan Adler Malibu Barbie Dream House

2009-09-16T21:07:00.000-07:00

FAB !!!!!!!!!

Dressmaker Details FR Convention Exclusive! "Windsong"

2009-09-11T14:38:00.000-07:00

Dolly Daily is thrilled to announce our exclusive sneakpeek.....

"Windsong" - Dressmaker Details' Exclusive Design for the 2009 Wu Event VI to be held in Chicago, October 1-3rd, 2009.

This stunning ensemble features a fully lined lace vest which has been hand-beaded with tiny sead beads and can be removed to reveal a pale grey charmuese dress with a box pleated skirt and beaded lace trim at the hem. If you look closely, you can see that the purse is beaded, too. Finishing touches include lovely drop earrings, sheer white gloves, stockings and a magnificent fur wrap lined in a soft grey satin.

(Note: the color of the fur wrap on the actual production sets will be slightly darker.)

Limited Edition: 300 pieces worldwide.

Please visit Dressmaker Details Weblog at:

http://www.masterstrokecanada.com/dressmakerdetails/weblog/

The Adorable Liv Dolls

2009-09-11T06:00:00.000-07:00

Spin Master Ltd. has launched Liv dolls, a line of teenage fashion dolls targeted at girls aged six to ten. The dolls include Daniela, Sophie, Katie and Alexis. Features of the dolls include 14 points of movement, easy to change wigs, insertable glass eyes and detailed fashions. These dolls are in stores now and retail for $19.99 and accessory items range from $5.49 to $19.99.

I just saw one in person this evening and she was so cute and the articulation so great that I have decided to buy at least a couple. Hopefully this weekend ... YIPPIE ....

Shanghai House of Barbie

2009-09-08T19:19:00.000-07:00

What an incredible place !!!
Anyone in that part of the world is LUCKY !!

Less than a month to go until dolly craziness breaks out!

2009-09-08T18:01:00.000-07:00

The Fashion Royalty Convention, ie: the Jason Wu Event VI, officially kicks off in less than a month. One of the Dolly Daily members, JennFL, organized a pre-convention chat last night to build up the excitement. We all had an awesome time and the hours (yes, hours) flew by. JennFL says that she'll organize a few more live chats before the convention. It was wicked fun speculating about the convention collection, discussing all of the workshops, figuring out when everyone is arriving, and chatting about all of the crazy meet-ups during the event.

I have to admit, that between work and the economy I hadn't much thought about the convention. In fact, I wasn't really that excited about it at all. Last night's chat changed all of that for me. OMG!!!! I can't wait to see everyone. It's going to be sooooo much fun. The people, the dolls, the parties. Wow!

Though this convention is completely sold out, I really encourage every doll collector to attend a convention. Many times doll collecting can be a solitary hobby that we share with online "friends" like those in the Dolly Daily community. No one understands us like other doll collectors do. A convention amplifies that a hundred times so that the collector is immersed in doll collecting heaven for several days straight. It's total bliss, yet completely without understanding unless one has been to a convention.

Many collectors who have never been to a convention think it's all about the dolls. Well, it is to some degree, but really it's about the people. Wow! There are some amazing doll collectors out there. Just when I think I've got them figured out they surprise me again and again.

Be sure to register in the Dolly Daily community (Click on the Community link at the top of this site) because a few of us are going to be posting lots of updates. It's going to be crazy!

Less than a month. So much to do; so little time left.

Have you seen the new Momoko lineup?

2009-09-04T04:53:00.000-07:00

Sekiguchi has shown promo pics of their Autumn/Winter '09 line. Sure enough it is five new girls again. The prices are still at 134,40 Yen, which is high enough to keep me away from them for a while. The variety in the line from punk, to casual, to chic, to glam is absolutely wonderful. There is a lot of variety in haircolors also, and hopefully in their faceups. Cannot wait to see more of these girls.

Tim Burton's Alice : New Doll Buzz

2009-09-01T13:41:00.000-07:00

Rumor has it that both Tonner and Mattel will be producing dolls based on these colorful characters !! I can't wait to see !!!!!!

Wonderful Sybarites

2009-08-31T08:38:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite fashion dolls of late has become the delectable Sybarites dolls from Superdoll. Over the course of the past few years Charles and Des, the SuperGuys, seem to have put out a collection of dolls that resonates with collectors because of their cutting social commentary and dead-on killer fashions.

Here is model Venus d'Royce as Trapeze wearing bits and pieces from various fashions

What I love about the Sybarites are the gorgeous fashions and eye-catching face-ups. Superdoll gives me the edgier fashion dolls that I crave. I tend to want less classic styles and more of what I see on the runways from my favorite designers like Galliano, Westwood, Gaultier, etc.

I resisted these dolls for a long time because of their 16" size, but finally caved and purchased a few of them last year. Now, I wonder why I ever waited. Unlike any doll I've ever owned; these are more like art pieces. There is so much attention to detail -- down to the smallest miniaturized safety pins to the amazing haute heels and bags. Just gorgeous.

The Sybarites always live up to their name. These exquisite creatures have ushered in a new era in fashion doll collecting.

To find out more about the Sybarites check out their very own forum inside the Dolly Daily Community. There are lots of dazzling photos that will have you stalking the Supersite for new releases.

Blythes on vacation

2009-08-28T07:00:00.000-07:00

I came back from a vacation last week. As expected, a couple of my Blythe also went along with me. It is strange how I have somewhat transformed from this 'shy about taking dolly pics in public' to 'proud to be taking dolly pics and public and enjoying the attention' person LOL.

It is most definitely a conversation starter. People see other people with dolls, they look, nudge, smile. Some brave souls venture closer, some even braver ones start talking. Nice dolls, where are they from, what kind of dolls are they and soon enough we are chatting away.

Oh well, just wanted to tell you how much fun I have taking my little one on vacation with me. Here's one more photo of Max and Grace enjoying the view of San Fran.

Barbie Fashionista Video

2009-08-28T00:09:00.000-07:00

August 26, 2009 06:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
NEW YORK--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Today, Barbie premieres her first music and dance video – titled “Do ‘The Barbie’” – to celebrate the launch of her new Barbie® Fashionistas™ dolls. The new dolls feature 12 points of movement and more than 100 plastic-fantastic poses so Barbie can bend her elbows, twist her wrists, move at the waist and roll her head. To show off these new movements, Barbie has teamed up with one of the music industry’s hottest names to choreograph and produce a music video featuring a new dance – appropriately called “The Barbie” – set to a new, re-recorded version of the 90s hit song “Barbie Girl.” Barbie looked to famed choreographer JaQuel Knight, the talent behind Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” (“Put A Ring On It”) dance craze, to choreograph the “The Barbie,” a series of doll-like moves and dance grooves.

“Barbie’s first music video is an epic moment that further solidifies her place as a pop culture and entertainment icon”
The Barbie video makes its world premiere today on the Barbie YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u-bWHFDf6M.

“It was really fun to work with Barbie and create a dance for her. Barbie is the biggest icon in life and I am so excited to have worked with her on her first music video,” said choreographer, JaQuel Knight. “I have had the privilege of working with celebs like Beyonce and Britney Spears, and I am thrilled to add another B to the roster!”

The music video, shot in New York in July, stars three Barbie Fashionistas dolls – “Sassy,” “Cutie” and “Artsy” – and features a cameo from “Hottie” Ken®. In the video, the dolls break out of their toy boxes to “come alive” and dance “The Barbie” alongside real, life-size Barbie dancers. “The Barbie” dance is comprised of doll-like moves that can be performed to any song and ends with a signature Point, Twist, Snap.

“Barbie’s first music video is an epic moment that further solidifies her place as a pop culture and entertainment icon,” said Stephanie Cota, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Barbie. “Barbie’s celebrity status and role in pop culture allows her to partner with the industry’s best, and we love the signature dance JaQuel created. It’s surprising, kicky and catchy – everyone will want to try to do ‘The Barbie.’”

Knight, 20, is nominated for a 2009 MTV Video Music Award (Best Choreography for “Single Ladies”/ “Put A Ring On It”), and is currently on-set choreographing the theatrical live action “Burlesque.”

The Barbie® Fashionistas™ Dolls will be available in October for an average retail price of $11.99 each.

Integrity Toys announces new AvantGuards dolls

2009-08-25T10:00:00.000-07:00

Two new "DayGlo" AvantGuards dolls have been announced. Here are juicy details...

Attention!
This beautiful girl is a Chelsea's Collector Cottage exclusive in Australia. She wears a black mini-dress with green accent trim, and features a vibrant face-up in greens and blues. She is limited to 300, retails for $305AUD, and will be available mid-Sept.

No Exaggeration
This girl wears a modern interpretation of a pantsuit that would put MC Hammer to shame. This girl is pure high-style with her airbrushed electric purple face-up. She is limited to 400, retails for $220US, and will be available at your favorite AvantGuards dealers in late October.

Run, don't walk to get these beautiful girls on pre-order!

Jeffrey turns 10

2009-08-24T09:30:00.000-07:00

Luxury retailer Jeffrey in NYC turns 10 this year, and to celebrate he's found more than 50 of the world's top designers to create some very special dolls from Integrity Toys and Jason Wu for display and auction.

The dolls went on display on 10 August, 2009, and the shop is accepting bids via silent auction until they're sold on 17 September, 2009. Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure to support breast cancer research and the Atlanta AIDS Partnership Fund.

It's interesting to note that Integrity Toys supplied the new Monogram dolls in a variety of hair colors for the promotion. Some of the designers used both male and female dolls while others designed only for the female doll. Who's your favorite?

Check out the links below to find out more about these gorgeous doll. Both feature an article and lots of pics.

Style.com
The Moment blog

Wal*Mart : New Dolls & Clearance.

2009-08-21T11:09:00.000-07:00

I've been shopping ALOT this week !! Along the way , I've hit Wal*Mart stores in the tri-county central Arkansas area . ( Little Rock , Benton , Bryant , Hot springs ) The sales varied from store to store as did the new stock .

SO , make sure and get out to your local stores this weekend !! Some stores had moved the mark-down dolls to the clearance area ( usually near pets/ garden) other stores had the dolls on the shelf with red price stickers.....OH , here's a tip : always take a few mark-down dolls to a scanner , often they will scan cheaper than marked !! Best of luck to all the bargain hunters !!

Here are a few low price points I saw : Red Corvette Barbie $25 , Scotland $20 , France $ 20 , Julia Repro $30 , MFBD Repro gfitsets 1959 & 1971 $ 30 .

Of course the clearance dolls made rooom for some new stuff : SpongeBob Barbie , Camping Barbie , Ken , NEW Skipper and the Kelly & Stacie set .

The only "new" CE dolls were Harley and "Ballet" Lucy and Goldie Hawn .

HAPPY HUNTING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Are you coming to BlytheCon?

2009-08-19T18:10:00.000-07:00

The first Blythe Convention is being held in Atlanta GA this year on October 17th. Although this event has been solely planned by Blythe fans and has no participation of Blythe manufacturer Takara, the excitement and the buzz is unbelievable.

It is a one day only event, but fans and collectors from far and wide are visiting. I know of friends who will be here from South America, Europe and of course the whole of North America. And of course there will be guest attendees, including Gina Garan.

There will be raffles, prizes, vendors, room sales and the works. And although small and not anything near the grand galas that we are used to hearing about with the other doll lines, this will definitely be a fun event. This will also be the first doll convention that I will be attending, which makes me even more excited. We will have live coverage of the event at DollyDaily so, don't forget to check the forums.

Check out the official BlytheCon website

So much new stuff

2009-08-17T17:56:00.000-07:00

There's so much new out right now that it's bound to make a collector giddy with excitement or distraught with not being able to afford it all. Sometimes I wonder if the doll companies realize that we're even in a recession!!! LOL And why do they come out with some of their best stuff right in the midddle of said recession!!!

Mattel has just released their Jonathan Adler Barbie doll collection. They're so cute. I've always wanted mini Jonathan Adler products for my dolls. Now I get the chance to have them. And did you see the Edward and Bella dolls they're doing? Lots of buzz about them in the Dolly Daily community.

Integrity Toys is currently shipping their final releases from their February Toyfair announcements including the new Boogie Beach Dynamite Girls, and the long awaited Poppy Parker collection. The FR convention is just around the corner. With about a month and a half to go until the big event, collectors are beginning to get excited about what's in store for them in Chicago.

Tonner Doll Company has recently debuted their fall collection, and collectors are excited about what's to come. The Sinister Circus collection seems to thrilling collectors with an edginess not seen from Tonner before. There have also been more Twilight dolls announced -- James, Victoria, and Laurent, plus Edward and Bella at the prom as an Amazon.com exclusive.

There's plenty more dolls to chat about including new Momoko dolls, new Pullip and Blythe dolls, some new Sybarite accessories, and new Gene dolls -- both regular 16" size and the 1/6th scale. Why not sign into the Dolly Daily community to find out what's going on in the doll world.

Barbie Fashionista

2009-08-15T22:46:00.000-07:00

Barbie has a whole new look-and it's all fashion all the time. Strike a pose and express your fashion personality with the Barbie Fashionistas! The Fashionista dolls wear the trendiest fashions! Each doll has 12 points of articulation, more than 100 different poses, and a distinct personality (Glam, Cutie, Girly, Wild, Sassy, and Artsy) that is reflected in their clothes and accessories. Each doll comes with a purse and a fashion accessory. Girls will love playing with the doll that best fits their own personality! These dolls are really gorgeous and reflect today's girls' awareness and appreciation of fashion. The Barbie folks have really gone all out to create dolls that work as play dolls-and even as entry level collectibles. Plus, the lower price delivers great value without cutting corners on high style.

New Pink label from Dressmakers Details

2009-08-13T02:59:00.000-07:00

New from Dressmakers Details is the pink label collection, a more affordable, but quality line from DD. The quality that you have known from Dressmakers Details remains and the sets come with shoes and jewelry.

I only was able to score these two but I love their updated vintage feel!

First Eden in black and white lace dress (This dress only fits smaller busts)

And next is Agnes, in a gold shirt dress (this will fit bigger busts)

To view/buy the collection you can find them here

http://www.masterstrokecanada.com/miva/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=MC&Category_Code=DRE

Gene doll to debut in 1/6th scale

2009-08-11T17:12:00.000-07:00

Extra! Extra! Read all about it!!!

Integrity Toys announced today that Gene Marshall, the brainchild and baby of artist Mel Odom, will be the next doll in the Hollywood Royalty collection (previous dolls include Lana Turner and Josephine Baker).

In the collection, Integrity Toys recreates some of Gene doll's popular looks and outfits from her early years (albeit with different names).

Blue Caprice

Each doll in the collection is limited to 250 pieces, and they're expected to arrive in November 2009. Pricing is still being finalized.

Red Desire

Both Blue Caprice and Red Desire will be available from authorized Gene Marshall retailer, and an additional doll, Midnight Lace, will be available via lottery to W Club (Integrity Toys collectors club) members.

Midnight Lace

How exciting for Gene fans everywhere to finally see Gene Marshall immortalized in 1/6th scale.

Wonder Frog spends the weekend in Palm Springs, CA

2009-08-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

Wonder Frog took a weekend trip to Palm Spring, CA and saw a few of the sites.

Here he is in front of the "Palm Springs" sign:

While at the sign, he also found the seal of the city:

Then he went to Elvis Presley's "Honeymoon" house:

Finally, he took a swim in the pool to cool off from the heat:

Wonder Frog wishes you could have joined him, but he hopes that at least you could share in his fun. Be sure to check out the Wonder Frog posts in the Dolly Daily community.

A Peek At Gina Garan's Blythe Collection

2009-08-04T18:39:00.000-07:00

Jaw-dropping collection !!

The Black Butler

2009-08-03T10:00:00.000-07:00

Fans of the Black Butler (Kuroshitsuji) Pullip series will rejoice when September 2009 rolls around. The makers of the popular Pullip dolls has announced a second series from the Black Butler: Sebastian private teacher version and Ciel robin version.

Sebastian (private teacher version):

Check out his red "cat" eyes

Ciel (robin version):

Here is an image of the first three dolls in the Pullip Black Butler series that are already available:

This series is pretty cool looking, but I find it strange that the makers of Pullip family of dolls chose this particular series where all of the three characters they chose to do are male (and Taeyang is the only male doll). Why not Pullip as Madam Red?

Check out The Valley of the Dolls for more info and preorder, and check out the Pullip forum in the Dolly Daily community to chat about all of the wonderful Pullip family of dolls.

Check out Wikipedia to find out more about the Black Butler manga and anime series.

Photos used courtesy of The Valley of the Dolls website.

Parisienne Pretty

2009-07-31T10:06:00.000-07:00

My only Silkstone acquisition this year is the Dealer Exclusive Parisienne Pretty. She is based on the Pretty Parisienne Barbie who had also been previously released as a reproduction doll. This year, to celebrate Barbie's 50th Anniversary, she was redone as a special silkstone.

And boy, is she special or what? I am happy that I decided to order her. Her pale skintone is exquisite as is her contrasting blue dress. The cut of the dress, the material, the jewelry, the accessories are all flawless. To sum up, she is a 'must have'.