Barbie for big girls.

Latest

The Royal Couple

Okay…raise your hand if you got up super early in the morning to watch the royal wedding last year.  I know I did…or rather I set the television to record it.  I think it is fair to say most everyone loves a good wedding.  When you add in “Royal”, it adds a whole other dimension to the mix.  There was the wild speculation about the gown.  There were the royals.  And…there were the hats.  It was only a matter of time before they were made into the perfect Barbie and Ken right?  I had no idea this was coming but should have given the popularity of the royal wedding.   It is my understanding that this is a new face mold for Ken and It looks like a good resemblance to the real Prince William.  The Duchess Kate doll is lovely but looks to be more of a “ Barbie as…” representation.  The set  is said to retail for $100 and is set to be released around their one year anniversary in April.  Awwwww!  How romantic.

 

*** Photo is property of Mattel, Inc.***

WilliamandKate

Posted by  |  February 14, 2012 | Categories: Barbie | Tags: , , , , | 5 Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Red is the color we associate with this holiday so I have put Air Apparent Veronique in this lovely color to celebrate the day.

Model and jewelry:  Fashion Royalty “Air Apparent” Veronique

Gown: T.D. Fashions ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/T-D-FASHIONS-DOLL-FASHIONROYALTY-SILK-STONE-/180605975443?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a0cf47b93 )

Fur: Dimitha

20120211-IMG_8187-Editwmsizedwordsframe

20120211-IMG_8196-Editwmsized

Posted by  |  February 14, 2012 | Categories: Fashion Royalty, Veronique | Tags: , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

New Silkstone Sneak Peek…and a little more

Mattel released photos of a new 2012 BFMC Evening Gown Silkstone that will be available later this year.  She is a beautiful AA in a gorgeous pink and white confection of a gown.

***Photos are property of Mattel, Inc. ***

AA Silkstone

And….. I have heard from multiple sources that this is a sketch of another Silkstone coming in the fall of this year.

37e35137-fef1-434e-b118-85fe615a3071_Large

It’s a redhead in yellow gown with grey accents and grey gloves!!!  I believe this is indeed the doll that was sneaked in the picture with the drafting table that I blogged about in January( https://insidethefashiondollstudio.com/2012/01/20/an-inside-look-at-robert-bests-2012-bfmc-world/ ).  AHHHHHH!  I am in complete and total love.  Putting my preorder in for these lovelies as I type this.

Possible inspiration for this gown??? –Dior Spring 2011 Couture.

** Photo from Style.com**

DiorSpring2011Couture

Posted by  |  February 13, 2012 | Categories: Barbie, Silkstone | Tags: , , , , | 2 Comments

Hit Single Darla Daley gets a redress.

In a recent post about up and coming 2012 dolls Debbiefs in Australia pointed out that we were not sharing enough love of Darla Daley.  She is right so …. Debbiefs….this one’s for you.

Smile

The original face sculpt of this lady was …okay.

11DarlaHitSingleCloseUp

At the Fashion Royalty convention we learned that the face mold had been redone and I am happy to say…I LOVE the new and improved Darla.

Model:  Hit Single Darla Daley

Gown:  T.D. Fashions ( http://stores.ebay.com/t-d-fashiondolls70 )

Jewelry: Facets by Marcia ( http://www.facetsbymarcia.com/jewelry/detail/flair.htm )

set:  Fence is by Buyers Choice.  Small urn is holiday ornament.  Candelabras are repainted cake candelabra candle holders on top of silver candle holders.  Flooring is miniature flooring paper.

20120211-IMG_8214-Editwmsizedwords

 

20120211-IMG_8211-Editwmsized

          20120211-IMG_8213-Editwmsized 20120211-IMG_8203-Editwmsized 20120211-IMG_8202-Editwmsized

20120211-IMG_8208-Editwmsized

Posted by  |  February 12, 2012 | Categories: Darla Daley, Fashion Royalty | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

W Club Giselle Exclusive!

Wow!  Integrity Toys is really pulling out all the stops this year.  I have been a W Club member for the last four years and have never seen so many amazing things coming from Integrity this early in the year.  We received a plethora of information on new dolls from IDEX a few short weeks ago and now the W Club members have the chance to win the opportunity to buy a limited exclusive raven haired Giselle.  She has a hat…so that means I want her LOL!  To be honest…I know there are a few devoted Giselle face mold collectors out there and I really hope you guys get her first…that is only fair.  If this lady were a Poppy, FR2 or a Monogram…I know you all would wish the same for me.

This is  being called a “European Exclusive” and is going through LaureBelle Couture(http://www.laurebellecouture.com/)…. but don’t try to contact them to get this exclusive…it’s lottery only…through the W Club.   Not quite sure why it is being touted as a “European Exclusive” .  To me this looks just like a W Club lottery .  The doll is beautiful and she comes with a variety of shoes and accessories.  This gets her labeled as a  “Giftset”.

*** Photos are property of Integrity Toys, Inc. ***

Item # 82038

Glam Addict
Giselle D. Dressed Doll
Laurebelle Couture Exclusive
Suggest Retail Price: $150.00 US
Limited Edition of 300 Dolls Worldwide

WEB_82038_LaureBelle_full3

 

WEB_82038_LaureBelle_CU

 

WEB_82038_LaureBelle_full WEB_82038_LaureBelle_Access WEB_82038_LaureBelle_full2

If you are a W Club member, you have until February 14th 10:00AM CST to enter the lottery.

Posted by  |  February 10, 2012 | Categories: Fashion Royalty, Giselle | Tags: , , , , , , | 2 Comments

BFC Registration Clarification

Good Morning fashion doll fans.  This is a morning that many Barbie collectors have waited for.  Registration for the Barbie Fan Club (BFC) 2012 begins today at 9:00AM PST.  There is an important piece if information that I neglected to share with my first post about this a few weeks back.

Current BFC members can reregister beginning at 9:00AM PST 2/08/12.  If  you are not a current member, all remaining spots will be open for registration on 2/15/12.

So, if you are a current BFC member today is the first day you can register.  There is no question for me.  I am registering at 9:00AM PST or very soon thereafter.  Can’t wait to get the club doll this year.

*** Photos are property of Mattel, Inc. ***

BC-Altview650_SKU_Alt3503

And…as a gift you will receive one of these…

BC-Altview650_SKU_Alt_dressform

It’s a no brainer for me.

BFC membership 2011

                  For more information about The Barbie Fan Club visit                                      www.barbiecollector.com

Posted by  |  February 8, 2012 | Categories: Barbie | Tags: , , , | 2 Comments

Dania Zarr..a Real Star!

I have to admit, it took me a while to warm up to this face mold.  The very cut angles of her face can give her a masculine feel in my opinion but the latest iteration Integrity Toys did of her is..in a word…STUNNING.  Thanks to a really great doll friend, I was able to get a ticket to purchase Bare Essentials “Day” Dania Zarr at the Fashion Royalty Convention this past year.  I love her face, hair and new body ( a vampire doll body I believe…not as busty as the Fashion Royalty line).  She is a dream to restyle and I had to pull out the macro lens for this beauty as her face really is something else.  Added to this beautiful doll, I was able to procure a white Joe Tai gown off of ebay.  I am also excited about finally purchasing a De-Zyns by Joy jewelry set ( after drooling over her things for quite a while…finally broke down and bought).  Oh..and the chairs!!  LOVE them.  Found them on ebay..see my source list for the link.

Models:  Bare Essentials “ Day” Dania Zarr and 007 James Bond Ken

Gown:  Joe Tai

Jewelry:  De-Zyns by Joy ( http://de-zynsbyjoy.com/ )

Set:  Wall panel by me.  Flooring is miniature flooring paper.  Candelabra…now that is a story…pewter candlestick with a new find.  It’s called a cake candelabra.  I need to spray paint it silver but I was so excited to use the thing I just threw it in there ‘as is’ LOL!  I think the scale works well here.  They are approx. $8.99 on various sites. Chairs are from Ebay ( http://stores.ebay.com/The-DIY-Dollhouse-Center?_rdc=1).  They sell a number of different 1:6 scale items.  All shipped very fast and well packaged.

 

20120204-IMG_8086-Editwmsized

20120204-IMG_8084-Editwmsized

LOVE Her face!!

 

20120204-IMG_8099-Editwmsized

           20120204-IMG_8093-Editwmsized   20120204-IMG_8102-Editwmsized   20120204-IMG_8101-Editwmsized

20120204-IMG_8115-Editwmsized

       20120204-IMG_8109-Editwmsized          20120204-IMG_8105-Editwmsized

Posted by  |  February 7, 2012 | Categories: Fashion Royalty | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

Darya enjoys a winter concert.

Model:  Darya Silkstone Barbie

Jewelry: Darya Silkstone Barbie

Gown and Coat:  Winter Concert Barbie

Ken: James Bond 007 Ken

Set: Gold console table found on Ebay.  Leopard shade lamp – Marann Roy furniture ( http://maryannroy.wordpress.com/)  Ornate wall panel made by me.  Flooring is wood parquet floor paper.

 20120203-IMG_8008-Editwmsized

20120203-IMG_8022-Editwmsized

20120203-IMG_8047-Editwmsized

20120203-IMG_8039-Editwmsized

20120203-IMG_8059-Editwmsized  20120203-IMG_8052-Editwmsized  20120203-IMG_8054-Editwmsized

Posted by  |  February 3, 2012 | Categories: 1/6 Wall panel, Barbie, Silkstone | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

IDEX 2012 Reveal–Poppy is a Big Girl Now.

One of the most surprising reveals from Integrity Toys at IDEX was the announcement of a 16 inch line of Poppy Parkers.  They will have the name Poppy Parker Fashion Teen to differentiate them from just plain Poppy Parker who is a 12 inch gal.    They are absolutely gorgeous and I really wished that I collected the larger scale ladies.  Alas…there is no room in the inn for those ladies and even though I am sorely tempted….I must resist.

*** Photos are property of Integrity Toys, Inc. ***

Item#87001
Spring Morning
Poppy Parker Fashion Teen™ Dressed Doll

Suggested Retail Price:$150.00US
Limited Edition Size: 300 Dolls Worldwide

Estimated Delivery date: Late June 2012

web_87001_springmorning_full

web_87001_springmorning_full3 web_87001_springmorning_CU web_87001_springmorning_full2

How cute is she?!  Love a redhead in yellow.

Item# 87002

Shop Around

Poppy Parker Fashion Teen™ Dressed Doll

Suggested Retail Price:$150.00 US
Limited Edition Size: 300 Dolls Worldwide

Estimated Delivery date: Late June 2012

web_87002_shoparound_full

web_87002_shoparound_access web_87002_shoparound_CU web_87002_shoparound_full2

This lovely lady has collectors talking on the boards.  She is a complete hit with her platinum Barbara Edenesque hairdo and jaunty checkered peddle pushers.

Item# 87003

Love Letters

Poppy Parker Fashion Teen™ Dressed Doll

Suggested Retail Price:$150.00US
Limited Edition Size: 300 Dolls Worldwide

Estimated Delivery date: Late June 2012

web_87003_Loveletters_full

web_87003_Loveletters_access web_87003_Loveletters_CU web_87003_Loveletters_full2

Love Letters?  Oh no…this is a full on love affair!  Gorgeous!!

Item# 87004

Precious Love

Poppy Parker Fashion Teen™ Dressed Doll

Suggested Retail Price:$150.00US
Limited Edition Size: 300 Dolls Worldwide

Estimated Delivery date: Late June 2012

web_87004_preciouslove_full

web_87004_preciouslove_access web_87004_preciouslove_CUweb_87004_preciouslove_full2

web_87004_preciouslove_CU2

Okay…what fashion show is complete without a bride right?  So lovely..and I have a thing for bride dolls.  This one was the most difficult to resist for me.  I dream of seeing a 12 inch Poppy bride doll some day…Mr. Buttry…are you listening?

These ladies are going quickly so if you are at all interested, I suggest you contact your favorite Integrity Toys Dealer today.

One more FR:16 lady was announced at IDEX

Item #78004

Perfect Layout

Freja Mossimo™ Dressed Doll

FR:16™ Collection

Suggested Retail Price:$175.00

Limited Edition Size:350DollsWorldwide

Estimated Delivery date: Late March 2012

web_78004_Freja_full

web_78004_Freja_access web_78004_Freja_CU2 web_78004_Freja_CU

Posted by  |  January 29, 2012 | Categories: 16 inch Poppy Parker, Fashion Royalty, Poppy Parker | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

IDEX Integrity Toys Reveal–Poppy, Darla and Chip Oh My!

I love Poppy Parker.  I am not afraid to admit it either.  Darla is growing on me and I especially like her new improved face mold.  The tease of Chip was given to us at this years Fashion Royalty convention.  We were looking forward to getting a good look at him since the rumor is ….he is Poppy’s boyfriend.  The Poppy and Chip gift set is absolutely adorable and Miss Darla wows us in her silky blue dress and microphone.

*** Photos are property of Integrity Toys ***

Item#PP020
Baby It’s You
Chip Farnsworth III™ and Poppy Parker™ Gift Set

Suggested Retail Price:$150.00
Limited Edition Size: 650 Dolls Worldwide

Estimated Delivery date: Late March 2012

web_PP020_duo_full

web_PP020_Chip_CU web_PP020_access web_PP020_Poppy_CU

web_PP020_Chip_full

I’m kind of getting an Elvis vibe here too.  LOVE this tuxedo on him and those dapper shoes….Adorable!  Will he be the right man for Poppy??  Time will tell.  Miss Poppy’s face is sooooo beautiful.  I simply adore the coral color of her dress.  Can’t wait to get this set in my hot little hands Winking smile

Item#PP024

Moonlight and Kisses
Darla Daley™ Dressed Doll

Suggested Retail Price:$89.00
Limited Edition Size:350 Dolls Worldwide
Estimated Delivery date: Late February 2012

web_PP024_Darla_full

web_PP024_Darla_access web_PP024_Darla_CU

Sooo Beautiful!

Posted by  |  January 28, 2012 | Categories: Darla Daly, Fashion Royalty, Poppy Parker | Tags: , , , , , , , | 6 Comments