The Cissy fashion doll by Madame Alexander was first manufactured in 1955 and was described at the time as “the doll with the figure and features of a debutante, is the newest and most exciting doll in the world.” She featured a more adult body shape, arched feet for high heels and articulation previously...
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The main event on the Saturday of Paris Fashion Doll Festival weekend is the banquet luncheon and the silent auction that precedes it. However the day was getting off to a rather shaky start what with all festivities of the previous night at ‘Disco 3000’ and we were running, or rather shuffling, somewhat late....
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Last night was the official opening of the Superfrock exhibition at the Musée de la Poupée in Paris. All delegates from the Doll Festival Luncheon were invited, with a metallic blue wristband as the talisman of entry. A red carpeted entrance with champagne reception and DJ greeted us as well as the Superfrock creators...
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Having just returned from vacation and having learned of all the missed Superfrock Fortune items while I have been away I consoled myself with a photo session featuring INNOQUII Bride and her newly Ebay acquired Picnic outfit. Here are a few of the results for your viewing pleasure. Feel free to comment!
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History of The Barbie Doll
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Well I am currently looking forward to attending the Kensington Antique, Artist, & Fashion Doll Show this Sunday. If you are in the area make sure you check it out as even if you don't manage to bag a doll bargain it's always great to meet other doll people!
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In order to provide more social interaction between doll fans visiting the blog I have launched a Doll Observer Yahoo group. This will give doll fans the opportunity to chat, share photos, tips and information as well as a place to swap, sell and buy additions to their doll collection. Add your email below...
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Welcome to this new dollcentric blog dedicated to the study, research and absolute joy of collecting and obsessing about fashion dolls. Whether they be Tyler Wentworth (or her very good friend Sydney Chase as pictured), Silkstone Barbie, Brenda Starr, Gene or the very unique and infinately charming Blythe you will find information, news and general musings about them here....
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