The Chemist is fashionably late... on time for the Greek Revolution's 200th anniversary

If you are on the Superdoll mailing list, you got an email a few days ago that a new doll was arriving on the 25th of March - and here she is! Chemist is a gorgeous Venus resin doll, dressed in a fantastic outfit that, combined iwth the banner she was photographed with, reminded me of heroines of the Greek Revolution of 1821 that gave Greece its independence from the Ottoman Empire. The crazy coincedence is that she is released on the very day the Greek Revolution celebrates its 200th anniversary. Love it. Below are the photos and description from the online Superdoll shop - she is still in stock while I’m writing this.

CHEMIST DD_0172

* PLEASE BE AWARE THAT SHIPPING MAY TAKE LONGER THAN OUR USUAL SPEEDY DELIVERIES. LONDON IS IN LOCKDOWN. OUR APPOLOGIES IN ADVANCE.

CHEMIST is Fashionably late... It's not unusual, but maybe this time she is pushing it a little. Our apologies in advance.

GEN:VII body!

CLONE:VENUS

RESIN: Ginza

CONQUERER is a great description of this girls attitude

Gorgeous blunt curved fringe and below waist length dead straight wig. Classic edge; bearing white double bow detail beside her face. Sky blue eyes surround in shades of red and dark violet with shaded purple under eye, fine black eyeliner, dusted lids and etched charcoal double wing eyeliner to top. Lips of illuminated red.

Extraordinary billowed gown of white corseted bodice and croissant hip patisseries,' CAPTURED BY ATTRACTION' then 'FALLING WITH LOVE' to the ground in a volumous statement. Front bodice is adorned in bias cut red satin bandeau in a 'cross my heart I LOVE YOU' symbolic gesture while bleeding tears are wiped onto her reverse satin skirt... the 'PAIN OF LOVE' veiled by triple layer superfine tulle 'PETALS OF JOY'. A bright red and gold bolero goes atop this gown as a sign of 'ENDLESS DEVOTION'..... trimmed in laser cut foil and loopity loop lurex trim. I could just go on and on, but in reality; this girl stands proud with her sheer tussle trimmed flag proclaiming: LOVE WINS ALL!'

Built in petticoat and hip pads, dew drop crystal earrings, gilt bow stiletto courts and Suspender set underwear complete this Historic tale of HEARTACHE and VALOUR.

Includes doll stand and applied eyelashes.

PROTOTYPE shown .

PLEASE ALLOW 40 DAYS AND 40 NIGHTS FOR DELIVERY

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO RESTRICTIONS SUPERDOLL ONLY SHIPS ONE DAY PER WEEK.

Price: £397.47 (Excluding VAT at 20%)

Pidgin Doll Spring 2019 collection is unveiled!

The Pidgin dolls are created by the extremely talented and wonderful Joshua David McKenney, an artist, sculptor, doll-maker extraordinaire and fashion illustrator. He just released the Spring 2019 collection of Pidgin Doll and here they are in all their glory. (Availability according to the Pidgin website at time of posting). The dolls are 16, all one of a kind and are ball-jointed 1:4 scale, made in resin. You can find their exact measurements in their website. That’s where you can buy them as well. The ones left available of course!

Pidgin Doll "Hestia" - available 

One-of-a-kind “powder pink” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset brown eyes

• Baby pink synthetic mohair wig

• Gold and pink “Maxi” gown

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet only

• Silver “Power Flower” stiletto shoes

$1,200 USD + shipping.

Pidgin Doll "Elinda" - sold

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “light mocha” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset green eyes

• Silver blond synthetic mohair wig

• Peach tulle “Maxi” gown

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

Pidgin Doll "Nyx" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “Obsidian” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset green eyes

• Black synthetic mohair wig

• Pink and gold “Maxi” gown

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet + Flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

$1,200 USD + shipping.

Pidgin Doll "Andromeda" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “milk white” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset heterochromatic eyes (one brown eye + one green eye)

• Silver blond synthetic mohair wig

• Peach tulle “Maxi” gown

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

$1,200 USD + shipping.

Pidgin Doll "Blanche" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “milk white” resin. Full Set includes:

• Inset brown eyes

• Pale lavender synthetic mohair wig

• Pink brocade “Maxi” gown

• Pearlized “snow crown”

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

$1,100 USD + shipping.

Pidgin Doll "Bernadette" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “milk white” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset amber eyes

• Double “stacked” red synthetic mohair wig.

• Green brocade “Maxi” gown

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

$1,100 USD + shipping.

Pidgin Doll "Vivienne" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “cocoa” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset amber eyes

• Black synthetic mohair wig

• Pink brocade “Maxi” gown

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

$1,100 USD + shipping.

Pidgin Doll "Chloe" - sold

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “milk white” resin. Full Set includes:

• Inset blue eyes with brown flecks

• Baby pink synthetic mohair wig

• Pink brocade “Maxi” gown

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

Pidgin Doll "Colette" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “light mocha” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset green eyes

• Blond synthetic mohair wig

• Pink & gold “Bow Mini” dress

• Baby pink faux fur jacket

• White kitten heel shoes

$950USD + shipping (Full Set)

$710 USD + shipping (Doll + Faceup)

Pidgin Doll "Samantha" - sold

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “milk white” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset blue eyes

• Black synthetic mohair wig with micro bangs

• Pink & gold “Bow Mini” dress

• Jewelry as shown

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White “Power Flower” stiletto shoes

Pidgin Doll "Marianne" - sold

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “light mocha” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset blue eyes with brown flecks

• Long black synthetic mohair wig

• Pink & gold “Bow Mini” dress

• Black faux fur jacket

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

Pidgin Doll "Ginger" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “Cocoa” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset green eyes

• Handmade indigo blue saran wig

• Pink & gold “Bow Mini” dress

• Baby pink faux fur jacket

• Baby pink stockings

• Silver ballet flats

$970USD + shipping (Full Set)

$710 USD + shipping (Doll + Faceup)

Pidgin Doll "Veronique" - sold

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “Light Mocha” resin. Full Set includes:

• Inset blue eyes

• Black synthetic mohair wig

• Holographic “Bubble” dress

• Jewelry as shown (includes pierced ears)

• White ankle socks

• White kitten heel shoes

Pidgin Doll "Amber" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “Milk White” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset brown eyes

• Black synthetic mohair wig

• Pink and black circle glasses

• Holographic “Bubble” dress

• Baby pink faux fur jacket

• Baby pink stockings

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White stiletto shoes

$950USD + shipping (Full Set)

$710 USD + shipping (Doll + Faceup)

Pidgin Doll "Mixi" - sold

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “Light Mocha” resin. Full set includes:

• Inset blue eyes

• Black synthetic mohair wig

• Hot pink heart glasses

• Holographic bubble” dress

• Black faux fur coat

• Black fishnet stockings

• Black kitten heel shoes

Pidgin Doll "Jasmine" - available 

One-of-a-kind Pidgin Doll cast in “Light Mocha” resin. Full Set includes:

• Inset brown eyes

• “Wheat blonde” synthetic mohair wig

• Holographic “Bubble” dress

• Blue stockings

• High heeled feet + flat feet included

• White “Power Flower” stiletto shoes

$950USD + shipping (Full Set)

$710 USD + shipping (Doll + Faceup)

All photography courtesy of Pidgin Doll and Joshua David McKenney 

Phyn And Aero dolls first release

One of the new ways that Robert Tonner will release dolls from now on is the Phyn And Aero brand, in collaboration with Andrew Yang. They just made their first official release available to order, so let's see what are these dolls all about. One of the characters, Annora Monet, is designed by Robert, while another, Kadira, who will be released later in the year, is by Andrew Yang. The dolls are resin and ball-jointed. Their styling falls somewhere between character dolls and fashion dolls. They all come with their own storyline, which you can read in the company website. The whole thing is like a revamp of their Deja Vu line, with much better sculpts and in resin. There are three dolls, three outfits and you can buy separately sets of eyes. The brand also makes an effort to give doll artists the opportunity to collaborate with Robert Tonner, releasing their doll through it.

P17AMBD01 – Annora Monet # 1

Annora comes in a cotton cami with shirred detail and matching bloomer pants.  She wears a pair of floral boots and lace tights. 
Resin ball-jointed doll with 19 points of articulation (double jointed at elbow and knee)
Deep rose saran removable wig
GR-03 Dark brown eyes
White cotton, front shirred cami with a silk floral trim
White cotton bloomers
White lace tights
Floral front lace boots
Item shown is a prototype. Final production item may vary in appearance.
$350.00/LE 100

P17AMBL01 – Resin Blank
$295.00/Open Edition

There is also an Annora resin blank doll, ready for customising.  Paired with a set of Annora’s eyes (purchased separately) Annora can be turned into the doll of your creative dream.  Annora Resin Blank has 19 points of articulation.

P17AMBD02 – Deluxe Basic

Resin ball-jointed doll with 19 points of articulation (double jointed at elbow and knee)
Long black saran removable wig with bangs
B-09 Topaz eyes
Second head with face up has removable wig - red with black undertones, cropped with bangs
CC-10 Chestnut brown eyes
Third set GR-01 Dark blue eyes
Soft yellow satin slip with pleated demi-skirt and silk floral trim
Matching knit striped over-the-knee stockings
Gold silk slides with silk floral trim
Item shown is a prototype. Final production item may vary in appearance.
$550.00/LE 75

P17AMDD01 – Strength of Character

Annora steps out in a romantic/gothic inspired rouched dress of black taffeta with soft suede boots.  A spray of ebony silk roses and a lace bow are around her neck.  
Resin ball-jointed doll with 19 points of articulation (double jointed at elbow and knee)
Bleached white crop removable wig
CB-01 Ice blue eyes
Black rouched dress with knit lace sleeves, ruffle trim and rhinestone pin at belt
Black suede boots (not as shown)
Black lace choker
Fabric rose head band in black
Item shown is a prototype. Final production item may vary in appearance.
$475.00/LE 100

P17AMOF05 - She Persisted/Outfit Only

Modelled on Deluxe Basic
Dotted peach net dress with black lace trim and embroidered, sequined emblem decoration
Black knit lace tights
Black ankle boots
Item shown is a prototype. Final production item may vary in appearance.
$75.00/LE 75

P17AMOF02 – Fantasmagoria/Outfit Only

Modelled on Deluxe Basic
Three Separate Pieces Only, modelled on a dress sold separately (see below)
Printed “tweed” coat with velvet trim and contrast lining
Inverted bag velvet hat with vintage look brooch accent
Black vintage look fur stole
Item shown is a prototype. Final production item may vary in appearance.
$75.00/LE 75

P17AMOF01 – Kaleidoscope/Outfit Only

Modelled on Deluxe Basic
Black fishnet t-shirt
Multi-colored sequined tank
Tiered multi-color metallic print skirt
Black lace knit tights
Black lace up ankle boots
Item shown is a prototype. Final production item may vary in appearance.
$89.00/LE 75

All Annora Monet items are expected to begin shipping in late July, 2017.  You can pay in full at the time of ordering or you can request a layaway plan with a series of three payments.  You can contact Phyn And Aero at 844-361-8429 (domestic), 845-802-5552 (international) or via email at info@phynandaero.com. All photos courtesy of Phyn And Aero.

V.JOHN releases his first doll - Devoted Affair Molly Hayward

Most fashion doll collectors are already familiar with the name V.JOHN - they snap up his limited edition fashions for their dolls the moment they become available. Now he has designed his very own resin doll, named Molly Hayward and she is a limited edition of 20, available on his website. She is a beautiful doll with a distinct personality and a mixed Asian/American style. I love that he picked copper/auburn hair for his first doll. She looks good posing too.

Devoted Affair - Molly Hayward
$550 / preorder deposit $300
Skintone_Regular Caucasian
Body: 20 Joints
Material: Japan Resin

Hair: Copper auburn centre parted handmade cap wig.
Light brown eye brow
Light Grey handmade glass eyes
Rose and berry lips
Grey fly up eye shadow blended with peach tone shadow

Fashion :
Black lace lingerie knee long dress
Gold and crystal earrings
Black and white horse fur effect drop shoulder coat
Python effect high platform ankle buckled heels
Wooden base doll stand

Dimensions:
Head circumference 12cm
Chest 160mm
Waist 110 mm
Hips 175 mm
Height 415 mm
Foot length 50 mm
Foot width 17 mm
Glass Eyes 8 mm

All photos and information ©  V.JHON DOLL DESIGN  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Coincidence or rip-off? Modoll 3D printed doll copies Popovy Sisters creations

It has been little more than a month that Santiago and Mauricio Sierra, fashion photographers, announced their 3d printed doll, Modoll. Based on the 3d scanned face of model Lindsay Wixson, the doll is 3d printed then painted by make up artist Ralph Siciliano, hair styled by the incredible Thanos Samaras and dressed by fashion stylist Charlotte Stockdale, who picks real fashion outfits and has them made in scale. I was preparing to dedicate a post to the project but then I repeatedly saw this photo comparison posted in Facebook and Instagram:

Comparison of Modoll and Popovy bodies from Elcatka flickr page

Head sculpt comparison between Modoll (top) and Popovy Sisters (bottom) - photo from Sofaika Instagram account

Face comparison between MoDoll (left) and Popovy Sisters (right) - photo from Sofaika Instagram account

Numerous doll artists and collectors have chimed in and re-posted these images all over social media, denouncing the rip off and accusing Santiago and Mauricio of theft. Linday Wixson commented below one of the posts in Instagram that she had no idea and is very sorry. Comments about the theft on Santiago and Maurizio Instagram posts of the doll got deleted repeatedly (there are some still left). And while one may argue that Lindsay's face bears a resemblance to the Popovy Sisters dolls so that it was inevitable that the dolls would look alike, the comparison of the doll bodies leaves no doubt. The Modoll body looks like a cheap imitation of the Popovy sisters creation, with much less detail and refinement, especially visible in the joints of elbows and knees and the less detailed hands of Modoll. The finished dolls look much less alike of course, as they represent completely different visions.

Modoll wearing Saint Laurent - photo by Santiago and Mauricio

Popovy Sisters WhoYouAre Hollywood showroom exclusive - photo by Popovy Sisters

If you want to see the comments and photos related to the issue, check the #modoll hashtag on Instagram here. What  do you think? Let me know in the comments.

UPDATE: It seems that Lindsay Wixson is apologising to Popovy Sisters and distancing herself from Modoll, she posted this on her instagram just before she turned it to private, (probably to avoid negative comments - thanks to Elatka for the repost).