Defa Lucy Dolls

 This is it. No more Lucy unless they sell a cool fashion pack.

She's cute and she can wear Integrity Toys' fashions but I'm not convinced about the shoes. 

DEFA Lucy

 Here is my second and last Defa Lucy. I say last because the quality of these dolls is inferior to my other 12" fashion dolls. This is unfortunate but they are priced 50% less so I don't expect much. However, the clothes are another story. They're very cute and nicely designed. 

I never planned to start another collection and I like the two I have now. Apparently there are a total of 13 different dolls. Series 1 started out priced at $65. and $75. Series 2 are priced at $85 and $95. I suppose as they get more and more popular, the price will keep going up. 

I'm very curious if their heads would fit onto Fashion Royalty bodies. I have several brand new bodies. I also have a very dark skinned FR who I don't particularly care for. I'd love to switch heads with my .02 Paris Model.

This is Series 2 PARIS Model No. 04. She was $95.

With my first Defa Lucy, the stand did a very poor job of holding her up.

The boxes hold a handbag, extra hands, shoes and socks.

I like how the clothing and accessory layer was on top of the doll layer. Nice packaging.

I like the clothing that they have offered but everything is sold out. I did manage to get a pair of white pants, a striped long-sleeved T and faux leather shorts.

Here is PARIS .02

Superdoll

 

The 4th W Club Exclusive Of The 2025 Membership Year "TRITON"

 When I saw this photo I had to check to make sure I was not on the Mattel website. I could not believe my eyes. I agree with many W Club members that it is a good looking doll but Triton looks like a boy of 12 years old.  

I like the human outfit he comes with.
What do you think is in his carry bag? His tail? 

 I prefer my Mermen to look like men rather than children.

He'll do very well, thank you.

This one seems like the right age for Integrity Dolls.

Cage is a little depressed-looking but the other fish flock to him. 

The designer, Jessy, had so many choices in the face department and he came up with a sweet, young thing. Why?

Why didn't he hide his carry bag on shore? 
Perhaps there's an underwater mall to which you have to bring your own bag.

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Seriously? This is a child.

MSRP: $225 + S & H

Special W Club Price: $199 + S & H

Tariff Surcharge (Portion passed on to customers; estimated based on 20% at time of receipt, subject to below)*: $10

Sales method: These fashion figures are guaranteed made-to-order for 2025 W Club members only- 1 per membership.

Item # 75035

Triton

Thiago Valente™ Gift Set

The NU. Fantasy™ Collection

2025 W Club Exclusive Fashion Figure

Edition Size: TBD

Expected Ship Date: Summer 2026

Head Sculpt: Thiago

Body Type: FR Homme 1.5

Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle

Skin Tone: Light Honey

Hair Color: Light Sandy Brunette With Lagoon Blue & Seaweed Green Streaks + Sandy Flocking

Eyelashes: No

Constellation Anais Perrin Doll By Jason Wu 1/18/26

 I received the Constellation Anais Perrin Doll by Jason Wu a few days ago. Integrity is very fast with shipping when a doll is in stock! It came two days after payment. Of course, I'm only one state north of them but still, they sent it out quickly.

Normally called a shipper box, this was inside of another box.
That is a whole lot of packaging! 

First view

Without removing Anais, I was able to turn her head forward for the photo. 

 I like her sculpt.

 I also liked it when it was on an Avantguard doll. See below.

Avantguard Goldmine

This is the contents of the small Jason Wu Collection box that rests on her inside the larger white box. Black (elastic ankle) strappy shoes, extra grabbing hands, a black clutch purse and pretty dangly small pearl earrings. 

I'm keeping her boxed for now as I do not have room to display her well enough. 

Here are a few promotional photos which are better than mine as they show the entire contents including the stylish black coat.

Overall, I'm very pleased with the doll and the dress. I'm also pleased that the shoes will be easy to put on because they do not have tiny buckles. 

If you are interested in seeing a post I did a long time ago about the Avantguards, here is the link. https://terrigoldphoto.blogspot.com/2009/02/avantguards-integrity-toys-gold-mine.html

White and Winter Wear on Kingdom Dolls

 One of the themes for my Facebook board, Fans of Kingdom, Kinsman and Monarch Dolls, this month is the color white and or winter wear. 

So, the other day I went into all the drawers and boxes stored in my doll room and pulled out white garments. How did I get 6 pairs of white pants???? 

Anyway, I've redressed some of my dolls for the theme and I want to show the results here.

Morgana

Queenie

Rafaella

It's hard to believe how long it takes to redress one doll!

Belle

Deteriorating Shoes

 I have been trying to redress my older Tonner dolls. The clothes are still in fine condition but the shoes…ugh. I have (had) a fairly large collection of shoes to fit Tyler and Co. What I’m finding are limp straps, most of which have cracking and peeling. I’m also finding many detached heels. They glue together OK but the shoes are weakened. 

Most of these are unworn shoes! 

The same can be said for every fashion doll company that produced vinyl shoes. 

It's not just shoes that are peeling, it's belts and any clothing item made of vinyl. 

Disappointing.

Brief End-of-Year Round-up for 2025

I used to do a post at the end of the year called "The Best and the Rest." This year, I'm going to discuss a few items I added to my collection...not necessarily the best or the worst. 

In January, MinTu showed this delightful, sparkling mini dress. My Kingdom Doll Darcy is modeling.

In February, Kingdom Doll offered "Scarlet Cobra" which was a dramatic color change from Aurora's pink and blue version. My KD Draig is modeling here.

Those of us who could not attend the KD convention in the autumn of 2024, were able to purchase an Aurora Giftset which consisted of the doll and three fashions. The pink rhinestone chandelier earrings and pink KD heeled pumps were very cute. Yes, the dress style is the same as that of "Scarlet Cobra."

In June, Kingdom Doll released "Paradise." She is a beautiful doll. Yes, she came as a dressed doll.

Paradise's Gown

I have her dressed below in a fashion by AlmaDoll some of whose garments I have collected for a few years.

Poeme d'Amour by Integrity Toys

June and July saw me do something I have not done in years. I ordered two Integrity Toys giftsets. 

These are not included in this little review as outstanding items of 2025 but as a behavior anomaly from someone who used to be an avid Integrity collector until about 10 years ago.

 One was Poeme D'Amour which was supposed to be a re-interpretation of the beloved Poesie Sans Coleur  from 2005. It consisted of a Vanessa with a poorly designed hairdo that was so hard it crunched. I washed it out with tap water and combed it out and let it dry. If I had decided to keep her, I would have set her hair.

The wedding gown wasn't haute couture IMO but it was well made. The veil was a very large rectangle of white tulle with raised dots which were supposed to represent pearls, 

Stylized Image by Me

As of today, I still have the bridal attire, a nice cocktail dress, two pairs of shoes, handbags and lots of jewelry. I just wish the wedding gown didn't look like a mini dress over a mermaid's tail.

"Popular" Gift Set by Integrity Toys

In July, 2025, IT announced a re-issue (resurrection?) of the Monogram sculpt along with three fashions designed by Chris Stoekel, I was all in. 

Once I got the set, although it was beautifully designed and made well, I felt that the fashions overwhelmed the doll. There was too much PINK (screaming) fabric and too much processing. What seemed at first to be beautifully enhanced fabric with embroidery just gave way to a crowded feeling.

Chris does much better designing.

I sold the fashions and have kept on the Monogram doll.

*Ungapatchka (or ungepatchket) A Yiddish term: It implies a busy, cluttered, or over-embellished appearance, like a blouse with excessive embroidery and sequins, or a home filled with clashing, fussy decor. 

MinhTu Gown — Royal Blue Gown with Gold Sequins

This is Kingdom Doll Envy modeling.  IMO She needs a more dramatic wig to balance this stunning fashion. 

Oobie Mohair Wig for Smart Doll

I had not even redressed my Smart Dolls for 1-1/2 years, then I saw this wig.  It's stunning on this Cyber Shell Legion (Black/Navy) gorgeous doll. I still don't know if I'll go back to playing with them, but for now, she looks great.

Monster High x Barbie Frankie Stein Doll 

  With Original Barbie-Inspired Swimsuit and Solo in The Spotlight Black Evening Dress and Accessories

This was too unique to pass up. I'll leaving it in the box as I know I won't play with her but she is packaged beautifully and is adorable.

The two ends of the box close-up over the central portion. 

Taras Kozak Gown  "Darkness" for Kingdom Doll

This is a beautiful, deceptively simple design in a lush black fabric. It is a one-piece gown with a torso opening under the bust. Optional puffy half sleeves can be worn. Head ornament was included.

Kingdom Doll Avarice