The Royal Tea
Ok..so this series of shots were inspired by the outfit I posted on Instagram. As with many images, what looks good on an idea board does not translate to a model or doll. In this case, the hat that looked good on the board did not translate well to actual model. And…as much as I wanted to use it, the teapot did not make it into the final shots either. Sometimes it works out sometimes it doesn’t. The post is called “The Royal Tea” because the dog is wearing a crown .
Here was the Instagram inspiration:
You will notice a little bit of a color cast difference between my Instagram shots and the other images I use in the blog. The reason behind this is a difference in camera. Most if not all of the outfit boards that I post are shot with…wait for it…my IPhone. If I ever get around to doing my next photography installment you will learn more about that. Suffice it to say, as good as these new phones are these days, they still have a long way to go as far as color balance. Ok…geek photography moment over.
I am sharing snippets of the photo process on some of these posts on my instagram stories so feel free to follow that if you want. They disappear in 24 hours so they are there and then they are gone.
I am totally in love with this doll. She is Rare Appearance Dania Zarr from Integrity Toys. She was a WClub exclusive for 2014. Still one of my favorite models. The dress is a new acquisition from the talented Gwen of Gwendolyn’s Treasures.
Model: Integrity Toys Rare Appearance Dania Zarr
Dress: Gwendolyn’s Treasures
Hat: Bogue’s Vogues
Gloves: Integrity Toys IT Airways Poppy Parker
Necklace: made by me
Dog: Mattel
Shoes: Integrity Toys Sneak Peek Eden
Perfume bottle: Purchased at 2016 Barbiecon from Hande. If you ever go to Barbiecon… her sales table is a favorite of mine. Great minis! Sorry, no website or Etsy store yet.
-Rebecca
Integrity Toys Reveals FR/FR2 for 2014
This past Saturday morning, WClub members were treated to the release of information on 4 of Integrity Toy’s product lines. I will be sending out 4 different blog posts to give information on these lines. If you are interested in any of these items, you should contact an Integrity Toys Dealer ASAP to secure your selection. Many of these items are already selling out as WClub members were allowed to order early.
First reveal up is the 2014 FR line. This years “Safari” inspired collection was a collaboration between designers Vaughn Sawyer and Jason Wu. This years collection focuses on the 8 core characters going forward with the new FR/FR2 concept. I would call it “Safari Chic” with some especially fine detailed accessories. It is a strong and fairly cohesive collection. I adore the color palette used in everything. The facial screenings are strong and sophisticated. The accessories are amazingly detailed (check out all the patterns and stitching on the purses alone).
Photo source: Integrity Toys
Elusive Creature
Natalia Fatalé™ Dressed Doll
The Fashion Royalty® Collection
Edition Size: 800
estimated Ship Date: Approximately August/September 2014
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpt: Natalia Fatalé 2.0
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: Hispanic
Hair Color: Serengeti Blond
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
I adore the boots in this outfit and that bag! I was kind of bummed I did not pick up the gorgeous Natalia at convention last year…now I get to make up for it. One critique though…could we please see some other kind of hairstyle on poor Natalia. The girll has had the same hairstyle for the last couple of releases.
Faded Desert
Kyori Sato™ Dressed Doll
The Fashion Royalty® Collection
Edition Size: 700
Estimated Ship Date: Approximately August/September 2014
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpt: Kyori 2.0
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: FR White
Hair Color: Dusk Brunette
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
Holy accessories batman! You had me at the shoes…at the shoes. The bag is a miniature copy of the Jason Wu “Jordan” bag. I love the soft neutral colors of this one. I also love the new facial screenings in this collection…most evident in this Kyori. Again, this is all about the details…and there were plenty to admire in this entire collection. I love the cross lacing on the skirt.
City Prowl
Eugenia Perrin Frost™ Dressed Doll
The Fashion Royalty® Collection
Edition Size: 800
Estimated Ship Date: Approximately August/September 2014
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpt: Eugenia Perrin-Frost
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: FR White
Hair Color: Desert Dune Blond
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
Okay….one word….”Meeeeeeeow!” This lady is a total cougar right?! She needs a younger man model following adoringly behind her. I think my DG Adrian will work for that LOL! Yes, I already have a set of photos in mind for this one. I adore this look.
Full Spectrum
Véronique Perrin™ Dressed Doll
The Fashion Royalty® Collection
Edition Size: 700
Estimated Ship Date: Approximately August/September 2014
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpt: Véronique 2.0
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: Japan
Hair Color: Brownette
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
Not sure how this fits with the safari theme but I love the simple elegance of this one. I adore the cutout back and the short haired Veronique. Trés Chic!
Vivid Encounter
Adèle Makéda™ Dressed Doll
The Fashion Royalty® Collection
Edition Size: 400
Estimated Ship Date: Approximately August/September 2014
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpt: Adèle 3.0
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: Light Honey
Hair Color: Raven
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
The necklace on this one is a stunner. It is a compilation of little flowers and leaves. The seaming on this gown is very intricate too. Again, I really like the facial screening.
On The Rise
Elise Jolie™ Dressed Doll
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00 US
Limited Edition Size: 700
Estimated Ship Date: Approximately August/September 2014
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpt: Elise Jolie
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: Japan
Hair Color: Black Panther
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
Wow!! Elise is one of my favorite face sculpts and this one does not disappoint.
And….for those lucky enough to have signed up for the Wclub this year…there was a special unveiling event doll available to preorder
Event Doll
High Visibility
Agnes Von Weiss™ Dressed Doll Mini Gift Set
The Fashion Royalty® Collection
2014 W Club Online Event Exclusive
Suggested Retail Price: $135.00 US
Limited Edition Size: TBA
Estimated Ship Date: Approximately Late Summer/Early Fall 2014
Doll Tech Specs:
Body Type: FR 2013
Head Sculpts: Agnes Von Weiss
Quick Switch Feature: No
Skin Tones: Japan
Hair Color: Strawberry Red
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand Applied
I am thinking…Best…Event…Doll…Ever! How can I pass up a redhaired updo Agnes? I can’t.
I.T. also announced and showed a photograph of the an IT Direct shoe pack coming out in the fall. IT direct means lottery people. There were four pair of fantastic shoes shown in this pack but no pictures were released outside of the video. I.T. has asked that we not duplicate any portion of the webinar so I can’t share a photo here. If you are WClub member, you can view the Webinar in it’s entirety on Vimeo. Just look in your email for a message from the Wclub for the address and password.
Poppy Parker 2014 release coming up in a minute….literally….one minute.
Inside the Fashion Doll Studio 