Last week w club members received an email about the unveiling of new dolls - and this past weekend we indeed had it - albeit without a live presentation. A new Meteor collection was revealed, with three dolls, two of them sold by dealers and one that will be available through lottery for the right to buy. This time the inspiration is the “decadent” 20s, with the clothes and styling inspired by that glamorous decade. Having already had a previous Meteor collection done with a retro inspiration again (the 70s, which I must remind you, were very much influenced by the 20s in fashion, at least in the first half of the decade), it is a bit jarring to still cling to the past for inspiration, especially when the first Meteor collection proved that contemporary fashion is its strong point (and Vaughn’s best). With the fashion buzz around emerging black designers stronger than ever, and their fashions making waves across the media, social or not, it is a pity that we do not get current trends but instead rehashes of past decades, no matter if they’re beautiful or not. Please give us some inspirations from Peter Do, Christopher John Rogers and Pyer Moss, with some Zerina Akers styling next time.
Item # 46016
Enigmatic Reinvention
Navia Phan™ Dressed Doll
Meteor™: The Roaring 20's Remix Collection
Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls
Expected Ship Date: In-stock. (Should ship shortly after winner's payments are received)
Suggested Retail Pricing: $160.00
IT DIRECT RIGHT-TO-BUY LOTTERY
Head Sculpt: Navia Phan
Body Type: FR 6.0
Foot Sculpt: High-heeled
Skin Tone: Cream
Hair Color: Black
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied
Quickswitch: No
Included:
12.5-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;
Jeweled two-toned chiffon flapper inspired dress, with layered, deconstructed "raw edged" ruffle detail, and separate strapless satin bodysuit;
Long, art deco inspired earrings, with inset "stone" accents;
Three bangle bracelets;
Oversized ring with purple "stone" detail;
Cabbage leaf inspired cloche hat with tulle veil;
Colorful cocktail accessory;
Long tulle gloves;
Tall high-heeled shoes with metallic ornaments;
Pair of long manicured hands;
Alternate pair of grip hands;
Doll stand;
Certificate of authenticity.
I still don’t like Navia’s sculpt. Her face has a weird shape with a very large and angular bottom part that does not click with me. She does fit the era with this hairstyle and make up pretty well and is definitely an improvement on herfirst appearance, but I still can’t bring myself to buy her. Her dress is gorgeous though. If I can find it separately, I might get it. The veil over the hat looks weird in the photo worn by the doll, but the rest of the accessories are awesome. Should have come with a small jewelled bag though.
Navia Phan Offer Type:
W Club Members-only right-to-buy lottery;
Right-to-buy Lottery Participation Deadline:
Oct. 25th, 2021, Noon Eastern time;
Pricing (Only If You Are Selected in the Right-to-buy Lottery):
Enigmatic Reinvention Navia Phan: $160.00 + S&H each;
Shipping Timing: In-stock, will ship once the lottery winners have paid;
Item # 46017
Dangerous Curves
Zuri Okoty™ Dressed Doll
Meteor™: The Roaring 20's Remix Collection
Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls
Expected Ship Date: Winter 2021/22
Suggested Retail Pricing: $160.00
*Available from Authorized Dealers Only*
Head Sculpt: Zuri Okoty
Body Type: Meteor 1.0
Foot Sculpt: High-heeled
Skin Tone: FR Black
Hair Color: Cognac
Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied
Quickswitch: No
Included:
12.5-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;
Dark navy 1920's inspired cocktail dress, with sheer, asymmetrical cutout on the front and pleating details at the bust line;
Art deco inspired earrings with inset "stone" detailing;
Elaborate beaded necklace;
"Jeweled" cuff bracelets;
Two rings;
Chrome pleather purse;
Faux-fur stole;
Colorful cocktail accessory;
Newly developed high-heeled shoes with "O" heel design;
Pair of long manicured hands;
Alternate pair of grip hands;
Doll stand;
Certificate of authenticity.
Easily the best doll of the collection, Zuri once again steals the spot. She reminds me so much of the Dior Haute Couture 1997 collection, both dress and doll styling, that I could not resist in the end and pre-ordered her. I love Zuri anyway and especially when she’s painted with her tooth gap, so she’s a winner overall. Her hair colour with the afro that is styled at the front like 20s “vagues” (french for waves) is really impressive.
Item # 46018
24K Shine
Amirah Majeed™ Dressed Doll
Meteor™: The Roaring 20's Remix Collection
Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls
Expected Ship Date: Winter 2021/22
Suggested Retail Pricing: $160.00
*Available from Authorized Dealers Only*
Head Sculpt: Amirah Majeed
Body Type: Meteor 1.0
Foot Sculpt: High-heeled
Skin Tone: Sun-kissed
Hair Color: One Half Dark Honey Blonde and One Half Dark Brown
Eyelashes: Yes
Quickswitch: No
Included:
12.5-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with long, two-toned rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;
Asymmetrical, micro-sequined cocktail dress with "gold" organza insets and "gold" chain detail at the bust line;
Golden earrings;
Elaborate crown accessory;
Three cuff bracelets;
One bangle bracelet;
Intricately sculpted golden clutch purse;
Champagne glass accessory;
Sparkling high-heeled shoes;
Pair of long manicured hands;
Alternate pair of grip hands;
Doll stand;
Certificate of authenticity.
Amirah looks better than ever here but the hair colour is a major deal breaker for me. It gives her a cartoon-y vibe, but it is not a Cruella one, unfortunately. She would have looked so much better in the dark colour alone. The dress gives me a cheap vibe, despite the embroidered look - it is probably the chains at the front. If she had a huge chain necklace instead, it might have looked better. Or if the dress used the fabric that Montaigne Market Elyse did. And what’s with the crowns? This one looks more fit for a Russian royal from the pre-revolution era than a 20s flapper. Gorgeous bag, shoes and jewellery though.
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