Modern > Fashion> Playing With LipstikThe hottest girls' clothing line now has matching dollsWhen fashion experts describe the Lipstik line of clothing, they call it "fashion forward." Girls just call it "cool."> Classic French ChicSylvie Groh brings the 1920s alive with her high-quality porcelain fashion dolls.By Marianne Clay"What we French call 'les Annees Folles,' attracted me as it is the first and probably only truly transatlantic artistic movement, American dynamism blended with European joie-de-vivre." > Follow the Yellow Brick RoadTonner translates AmericaBy Toni FitzgeraldNo matter how many times you see it, "The Wizard of Oz" never loses its appeal. Its story offers a lesson for everyone: the true value of home; the importance of loyal friends; and the potential for bravery inside every one of us. The movie and the series of Oz books that inspired the movie are true American treasures.> A World of AdventureJoin Sandy and her father as they travel from New York City to Queensland.By Kathryn PeckAdora Inc.'s newest series of 8-inch dolls and storybooks lets you travel the world without leaving home. > Alexander Goes BroadwayBy Kathryn PeckMany are already quite familiar with the story of Dorothy Gale, her Uncle Henry and Auntie Em, and her little dog, too. It is the unforgettable tale, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” Reinventing the tale, ‘Wicked’ the Musical sets the stage for a new series of Madame Alexander dolls.> A New Age of FashionBy Jill JacksonAt the age of 12, Jason Wu chose a path that would quickly make him one of the hottest artists in the fashion doll industry.> What’s Next for Heidi PlusczokBy Jill JacksonTake a sneak peek at Heidi Plusczok’s 2008 collection.> 85 Years of Alexander!By Doll ReaderIn the 1920s, it was uncommon to find women in the workplace, and so the founding of the Alexander Doll Co. by a woman named Beatrice “Madame” Alexander was an extraordinary event that changed history forever. Read more about the Alexander Doll Co. and take a closer look at this year's anniversary collection.> Here Come the BridesSmall Bride Dolls on the Big DayBy Martha PuffIn this special Wee Ones article, doll artists honor this most romantic of dresses with distinctive wedding fashions from the Victorian era to modern day. All figures are sculpted in 1:12 scale.> Helen Kish: The Artist and The PersonBy Jill JacksonRead about the range of Helen Kish’s work over the years, take an exclusive look at Helen’s newest dolls for the fall, and hear more from Dan James who offers some rare insights into Helen Kish, the artist and the person.> Fashion ForwardPabol International’s newest fashion doll is more than just a form to hang fashions on.By Ellen McDaniel-WeisslerSay farewell to the impossibly ideal fashion doll of the past and meet Niki, the mirror of today’s fashion realism. Find out more about what makes this fashion doll unique.> Power AND Glamour – A Dynamic DuoRobert Tonner reinvents superheroines with a sense of style in the Women of Power collection.By Kathryn PeckSee how Robert Tonner adds some evening glamour to the classic DC Comics superheroines with a new series of 16-inch Women of Power Tonner Character Figures™ (TCFs™).
> 10 Reasons Why Barbie Is Still CoolFrom her 1 billion outfits to her environmental awareness, the doll has never been hotter.By Toni Fitzgerald> How nifty: Barbie at 50!Two special dolls celebrate half a century of an American icon.By Toni Fitzgerald> Rockin' the RosesIntroducing the first designs in a new series of Marie Osmond fashion dolls.By Mindy KinseyMarie is recognized around the world. In the same way that fans treasured Mattel's Marie doll in the '70s (many collectors still have their original doll!), they will love this doll.> Celebrating a Century of EffanbeeUnder Robert Tonner, the iconic doll company is ready for another 100 years.By Toni FitzgeraldIn 1910, things were different; the year Bernard Fleischaker and Hugo Baum joined forces to create a new doll-making company. And yet, all these years later, it seems that the more things change, the more they stay the same. Now celebrating its 100th birthday, Effanbee still has the same commitment to quality and innovation, and its most iconic dolls remain important parts of its current collections, not to mention some of the most beloved dolls of all time.> Alexander Launches New E-Commernce Web SiteMadamealexander.com becomes an online shopping destination for Madame Alexander doll collectors> Perfect PairingFantasy artist Nene Thomas and doll artist Cindy McClure team up.By Mike MiazgaThroughout history there have been plenty of pairings that have been successful. In terms of modern-day doll manufacturing, Ashton-Drake Galleries also has itself quite the daily double in fantasy artists Nene Thomas and Cindy McClure.> Symbol of StyleTogether, three women create the ultimate fashion icon.By Jill Jackson, Photos courtesy of Alexandra ForbesThree years ago, a small group of women met in person at a small Internet café to discuss their shared love of fashion doll and quickly learned that they shared the same dream of creating the “ideal fashion doll.” |
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