Integrity Toy's Recent RTB (Right to buy) Lottery

 

Demonic Strings
Kumi Dressed Doll

(Image property Nu.Face/Integrity Toys)

Entry for the lottery ended on January 20, 2025; however today is the first time I was able to take a look at this offering designed by Jesse Ayala.
I'll get right down to my first impression. It was WTF is she wearing?
It looks as if the designer threw everything at her that he possibly could fit. Including HORNS  for evil sake.
If that doll were here, I'd toss her everything except the coat and boots.

Now for the close-ups. The photography is excellent. Everything can be seen clearly. Please click on each photo to enlarge.

What is going on here? 

I suppose that this was intended to be released for Halloween but shipping from China is unpredictable. That can't be right because the expected shipping date is Spring 2025. I just don't know what Jesse was going for here. 

I do love her hairstyle and colors of same. 

Kumi  has always been a pretty doll. She's been used in some of the highly successful NuFantasy releases.

The Wild Wolf Kumi  2008

Snow White Kumi

The sculpt is classified as Eden/Lillith and has been used many times in the NuFace line.

Here are some of my own photos of the Eden/Lillith sculpt on different dolls from the past.

Imann, the new doll from Ficon

 Ficondoll Imann. She has a new sculpt and dark tan skin. I think she is stunning.

Superdoll Collectables "Forever_Fir" OUTFIT ONLY

 Dear Collectors:

I would definitely buy this fashion if I weren't spending a fortune fixing and fixing up our new (old) house.

I'm on a temporary doll diet. Eww. I hate it.

Anyway, I love this fashion and the colors and the Empire stye. The embellishments are stunning and the jewelry is so fun.

Here is a reproduction of the advertised copy.

The Holiday season is on a roll and Venus is tonight going to turn on the village lights.

For this she needed a showstopper and knowing Venus, she found a copper star headpiece a great start.

She wears this with a red leg and dark navy long point stiletto heeled courts.

She knew she would be accompanied by a GIFT WRAPPED box but she had not imagined she would be carrying it up the staircase as she headed to the switch on the wall.

She took a minute  to look at her reflection and admire her gorgeous 'Empire' line gown of Fir green and metallic gold shot chiffon lame overlaid in what could only be referred to as a scattering of mixed jewel delights...  accentuated only by the irregular hemline of her gown which rises in front and trains to the back and the cutest little under-bust bow.

She set her face to resting b*tch turned to the audience and flipped the switch.

The rest is a Celebration!

OUTFIT ONLY

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No Cancellation / Refund. First come first serve.
All pieces ready to ship. We regret for this sale we cannot offer combined shipping on multiple purchases.
Doll, Wig, doll stand, necklace and earrings.  NOT INCLUDED.

Thank you for your custom.

LIMITED EDITION. MADE IN LONDON. 

= $433.37   

An Amazing Nadja Total Makeover

Fashion royalty Nadja OOAK "Dancing in the Dark" fullset by Rimdoll

Kha Than

Owner of Rimdoll

I found this on Kha's Facebook page this morning. I was stunned at first by the gorgeous hairstyling but as I looked closer, I saw that the face had also been repainted.

Nadja is a 12 1/2" doll made by Integrity Toys. 

See Rimdoll on Etsy. 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/Rimdoll?ref=l2-about-shopname&from_page=listing

SHANTOMMO'S Dolls Fashion Newsletter 4

 Ryan wrote:

JUNE 2024
Here’s to more years of bringing style and imagination to every doll wardrobe!
This time, we created just one exclusive look. We hope you cherish this addition to our collection.

Thank YOU!

Regards,
Ryan

__________

If I were still collecting Fashion Royalty dolls, I'd be all over this outfit. I'm so tempted but since we moved, I vowed to reduce my 12" collection, not buy more. Sigh.

Kyori's dark hair and deep red lips keep the jacket from swallowing her looks. The accessory jewelry looks wonderful.

I'm all in with the oversized display collar and tucked in waist. The long sleeves are right with the rest of the jacket. I'm wondering what the fabric is.

Yes, it is a gorgeous look however; I'd love to see less of the fishtail skirts. Can you picture the difference an above the knee skirt would make?  I held my hand over the bottom of the skirt to visualize it. It would have been amazing to have an extra skirt to expand this fashion. I am not saying that this fashion is lacking but for this doll collector, nothing is ever enough.

The price was only $95.  And now it is sold out. It's no surprise it went so quickly. 

CENTERPIECE by SHANTOMMO  aka  Ryan Liang

Sign up for Ryan's mailing list and be among the first to get pictures of the offerings.

https://shantommo.com/store/?mc_cid=993f69eb0b&mc_eid=292f0bd1fb

Lacie Churchill Debut Collection

( I don't understand the used of the word DEBUT because Lacie has been in production since 2022)

Lacie's back story:

Lacie Churchill has been the Head of Domestic Production for the International Movie Studio "MoMax" for the past 3 years. Her many talents have been noticed by everyone and she was just asked to become the new CEO of "MoMax". Her adventures await - parties, award shows, corporate meetings and tending to the stars that "MoMax" uses for their many productions.  ("MoMax" seriously?)

Lacie is Tonner's latest creation. She is 16" and uses the new RTB102 body (see below)

BOLD STATEMENT  $265

Rooted Hair 

STAR GAZING  $235

Rooted Hair 

LACIE CHURCHILL BASIC  $150

Wigged Hair 

 

When I first saw this new sculpt, I thought Tiny Kitty and Simone Rouge. Look at the 2nd picture. If you know Tiny Kitty dolls, you will know what I mean. This is a good thing as I was not fond of the original Lacie or RTB101. This body looks slimmer and more proportioned. I still think Lacie's lower lip should be more defined like Simone Rouge's as seen in my photo below.

Simone Rouge by me.

 The actual measurements side by side. Chart created by the wonderful Brodjam of eBay fame.

Don't Ever Move With a Doll Collection

 The move and 3 months later.

We survived. This house is smaller than the last as we intended but the property is about 4 times larger. Possibly a mistake there because Bob can't do as much as he used to.

The huge basement scares me. There are 4 "rooms." The windows are awful. Dust comes in. It's a very old house. That's enough about the house. We love the area. I love looking out the windows and seeing trees. That is a joy. 

The doll room. OMG. First of all, I wasn't physically well for two months. That seriously sucked! Can you imagine that I have two new Kingdom Dolls that are still in their boxes? There will probably be three more before the end of September. 

I have begun unpacking my Tonner dolls. After all these years, I still love Tyler and Co. Many will go in the doll cabinet I have placed in our dining room.  I packed most of them dressed or partly dressed which was a big time saver and they looked too beautiful to change.

The following photos are from the first few days we lived here. It's better now but not much.

All the moving boxes are unpacked now. I'm still trying to figure out how and where to locate the small and medium cases. My Ikea showcases are mostly along one wall but I'm thinking of moving them. Of course I am. Are we ever finished rearranging our doll rooms?

I made what I thought was a little video but when I tried to upload it, the app told me it exceeded permitted size. I'll try again.  I'm not familiar with converting video clips to stills or with making the file sizes smaller on videos. I'm sure there is an app on my Mac to do it but I have never gone there.

More, soon. 

We're Moving!

 Finally, after so many years of wanting to move, we found a house in the area I wanted to be in. 

The dolls and their clothing and accessories are packed. 

That was a nightmare. 

If you want me to reserve something for you until I unpack fully,

(in April) please let me know.

Fang Vote JINAFIRE LONG Doll, a new Monster High product...ENDS TODAY!

 I have to admit that when I saw this doll it stopped me in its tracks. A few years ago, I had a small Monster High collection. They were adorable but did not have the attraction for me that would make me continue to buy them. Jinafire Long is one I would have added. 

The details are so much fun and the total package is so creative.

       Monster High 2024 Fang Vote Jinafire Long Doll $ 90.00  Pre-Order

Fang Club members helped design this doll for all Monster High fans! You’d expect some serious drip from a Fanghai fashion designer, and Jinafire Long doll brings it just in time for the Year of the Dragon. She appears as if she’s rising from the water in this absolutely ghoul-amorous gown inspired by her unique scaritage. Members submitted thousands of votes for her hairstyle, makeup, jewelry, nails, purse, shoes, and doll stand. The final creation is one you’ll crave for your collection.

• Monster High 2024 Fang Vote Jinafire Long Doll 
• 11 inches tall 
• Articulated for maximum posablility 
• Includes ornate headpiece, coordinated jewelry, and purse 
• Package artwork shows her rising from the sea, displaying her dress’s full train 
• Doll box design features golden embellishments and textured embossing 
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity 

Orders for the made-to-order item will be taken from 2/9/24 at 12:01AM PT until 2/23/24 at 11:59 PM, PT (the “sale window”), with no purchase limits. Mattel may shorten or extend the sale window at its sole discretion. A charge will be placed on your payment account and will be processed on the date you place your order. You may cancel your order during the sale window by calling Customer Service. After the sale window ends, all orders are final.    

The made-to-order item’s expected ship date will be displayed on the item’s product page in our online shop, and may be up to a year from your order date. You will be notified before your order ships, and provided with instructions if you need to update your shipping address. If the expected shipping date changes and the revised date is more than 30 days after the original expected shipment date, you’ll be notified of the new expected shipping date and have the opportunity to request a refund if desired.

For more information and shipping: https://creations.mattel.com/collections/all

Pat Henry's Dog is a Star

 I cannot resist posting this wonderful Photoshopped magazine cover featuring HRH, the dog, on the cover of an imaginary magazine. 

Virtual Doll Convention presents "Join the Toast to 2024"

All of the content below is from the Virtual Doll Convention Website. 

Visit them at https://www.virtualdollconvention.com/ 

REGISTER NOW FOR VDC’S TOAST TO 2024 - a month-long online event for doll collectors!

Hey there, doll lovers! Get ready for the Virtual Doll Convention's Toast to 2024 - the coolest online doll event to kickstart your new year! Imagine a place where you can shop 'til you drop with exclusive doll finds, get your craft on with fun sewing projects, and soak up all sorts of doll-tastic content with like-minded friends. It's all happening online, so you can join from anywhere!

This isn't just an event; it's a party with our doll community. Connect, share stories, and make new friends who love dolls just as much as you do. Ready to add some extra sparkle to your collection and your new year?

Register now, and let's celebrate the joy of dolls together at VDC!

 

Registration "Tip Jar" for VDC's TOAST TO 2024 ONLINE EVENT

Join VDC's Toast to 2024 and enjoy a month-long event filled with programming and shopping in January 2024. This event is exclusively for online attendees, and you can register for as low as $5.00. Your contribution greatly supports our small business and enables us to continue doing what we do. Thank you so much for your support!

The TonnerFest/Better Together Group on Facebook is available as an optional addition to the event. Although some group members may not have registered, we trust in an honor system.

You will receive a special link to a schedule of events for programs and shopping and a FREE pattern from Designs by Jude in January.

Make sure to add info@virtualdollconvention.com to your “safe senders” list and check your junk folder.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIP! ALL OF THE MONEY GOES TO THE PRODUCTION OF THIS EVENT AND IS NEEDED AND SO APPRECIATED!

Questions? Reach out to info@virtualdollconvention.com

Barbie by American Girl Collector Doll

A soft cotton body with poly stuffing? She can serve as a voodoo doll. Maybe........

 Barbie by American Girl Collector Doll

Only 5,000 made-to-order Barbie by American Girl Collector Dolls will be available, each created with an astounding 455 black and clear Swarovski^® crystals.

Celebrate an icon with this stunning collector doll, inspired by the Barbie doll that started it all in 1959: No. 1 Barbie. Glimmering with 455 Swarovski® crystals to recreate her iconic black-and-white swimsuit, this limited-edition* doll is part of the American Girl Collector Series, available at Mattel Creations and AmericanGirl.com. Our tribute to the “Original Teenage Fashion Model” also includes a mini replica Barbie magazine with pages designed for this release.

• Classic Barbie® by American Girl® Collector Doll 
• Designers: Linda Kyaw-Merschon and Rebecca DeKuiper 
• An 18” doll with crystal blue eyes that open and close, featuring black winged eyeliner and blue eyeshadow. 
• Her black-and-white striped bathing suit features 455 black and clear Swarovski® crystals – the most on an American Girl Collector doll to date. 
• Barbie doll’s signature blonde hair is styled in a topknot ponytail with curled bangs, and she has bright red lips with nails to match. 
• She has a soft cotton body with poly stuffing, and her movable head and limbs are made of smooth vinyl. 
• The doll also includes an authentic replica wrist tag, white cat-eye sunglasses with blue lenses, golden hoop earrings, and shiny black peep-toe shoes. 

Doll cannot stand alone. Wooden and metal doll stand included. Phillips screwdriver required to assemble doll stand; screwdriver not included. Colors and decorations may vary. Purchase limits subject to change at the sole discretion of Mattel. *No more than 5,000 Barbie by American Girl Collector Dolls created worldwide. Replica No. 1 Barbie not included. 

©2023 Mattel. © 2023 American Girl. American Girl and associated trademarks are owned by American Girl, LLC. Swarovski® is a registered trademark of Swarovski AG. 

Cute but I'm tired of seeing this striped bathing suit. At this point in my collecting, I want the WOW factor and the "I need one of those in my collection" feeling.

Voodoo doll is not included. That is satire.

All of the above photographs are the property of Mattel, except the voodoo doll.

"Poolside Paramour" Sergio Silva Fashion Figure by Integrity Toys

 Remember this?

“Cool sophistication in breezy Palm Beach! Sporting a dashing jacquard-patterned jacket with a light pink polo shirt and crisp white pants, Ken doll is ready for Palm Beach social season, sunning by the pool and a stroll with his little companion.

“Fashion designed exclusively for the Silkstone Barbie doll body. Includes Ken doll, jacket, pink polo shirt, white shoes, dog with leash, swim trunks and accessories, doll stand and certificate of authenticity. For the adult collector. Order yours today!

 

“On sale April 2010. Only $81.99!”

Well, it was canceled by Mattel. Why?  Rumor had it that some uppity "conservative moral majority" people got their panties up in their behinds over his name. Was he gay? Oh, my dog. 

 

"Mattel said the doll's name was in reference to Ken's pet -- Sugar, a white West Highland terrier that Ken leads on a pink leash. The dog is included with the doll, along with several accessories, including sandals, sunglasses and swim trunks.

Asked about the possibility that the doll's name may be misinterpreted, a Mattel spokeswoman wasn't fazed.

"At the end of the day, this collection is targeted toward adults," said spokeswoman Michelle Chidoni. "While the name of the doll does refer back to the dog, I think people are going to interpret it as they want to interpret it."

It's now 2013 and Integrity Toys comes through, sans dog, with "Poolside Paramour." One cannot ignore the similarity. He is the one 12" male doll I've bought in 4 years. 

BUT I just had to change something. The most important thing was missing. Now it's much better. 

From the Virtual Doll Convention: "How Doll Collecting Makes Your Life Better"

 Virtual Doll Convention puts out a ton of reading material and video content. Today I was looking through their posts and came across this article dated February 24, 2023. 

So, just in case you didn't know already, doll collecting makes your life better! Here are some of the ways it does so.

We are ALL about doll collecting here at Virtual Doll Convention. Expanding our knowledge, creating communities, and enjoying the hobby is where we thrive. And chances are that if you are reading this, you might feel the same. 

 The thrill of the hunt: Doll collecting can be a fun and exciting hobby because it involves searching for rare or unique dolls to add to your collection. This can include scouring antique stores, flea markets, and online marketplaces to find the perfect addition to your collection. Click the video to shop at the Flea with Rachel, Allison, and Paul. It was so much fun!

 Learning about history and culture: Collecting dolls can also be a great way to learn about different cultures and historical periods. Many dolls are made to represent specific ethnic groups or time periods, and researching the background of your dolls can be a fun and engaging way to learn about different parts of the world and different eras of history 

 Creative expression: Doll collecting can be an excellent outlet for creativity, as collectors can style and display their dolls in various ways. This can involve creating custom outfits and accessories, setting up displays and dioramas, or even creating their own stories and scenarios for their dolls.

 Connection with other collectors: Collecting dolls can also provide an opportunity to connect with other collectors who share your passion. This can involve attending doll shows and conventions, joining online forums and social media groups, or even hosting your own events to share your collection with others. 

Nostalgia and sentimentality: For many collectors, dolls hold sentimental value because they represent a connection to childhood memories or special moments in their lives. Collecting dolls can be a way to reconnect with those memories and hold onto something special from the past.

Sense of accomplishment: Collecting dolls can also provide a sense of accomplishment as collectors work towards completing a collection, finding rare or unique dolls, or restoring damaged dolls to their original condition. This sense of accomplishment can boost self-esteem and provide a sense of pride in one's collection. Can you remember a time when you felt accomplished in your doll hobby?

Overall, doll collecting is a hobby that can bring joy and fulfillment to collectors of all ages and backgrounds. Whether collecting for nostalgia, aesthetics, historical or cultural significance, or as an investment, the beauty and intricacy of dolls make them a timeless and cherished collectible.

Source: https://www.virtualdollconvention.com/virtualconventionblog/benefits-of-doll-collecting