DOLL/PLAYSET PARTICULARS AND THOUGHTS:
After my first impressions article, I have had some time to
really think about this new Barbie the Movie 2023 Barbie
in Plaid Matching Set Doll (HRF26). I must admit that I
really like the fact that we get to see more of her face and that we do have a
slightly different version of the pink gingham dress doll without the bangs. So
yes, in this regard, I think they did a great job in creating a doll that has a
close resemblance to the actress. As I get used to the dolls in this
collection, I am beginning to realize that they were aiming for close
resemblances and not an exact one of the actors. I hope in the future that they
will be able to justify a budget that will have dolls that look exactly like
the actors. I think that there is now a lot of fanfare in the doll community
that proves that I am not the only one who would immediately buy those versions
of these characters. In regards to this doll's gorgeous face, there is no sign
of pixelation in her face painting and her makeup has been drawn so naturally.
Think of the "no-make-up make-up look." However, it is the typical
celebrity doll caricature style of face sculpting and not shaped like the
regular Barbie doll face mold. I don't prefer the caricature style because it
looks more cartoon than doll-like, but I do find this doll's face to be very
pretty and enchanting. There is more emphasis on her drawn on long eyelashes
than eye makeup and her lips are painted a pretty, glossy, and neutral light pink.
Despite my leanings in regards to face mold style, I am finding myself liking
this doll more and more as time goes on. Looking at her from different angles,
there is a lot to appreciate for sure.
As with my review of the Gloria Barbie Doll in terms of
discussing articulation, I must wonder why this doll does not have made to move
capabilities. She is listed as having the Gigi body type with high heeled feet
and I know a lot of us would prefer her to be on a made to move body. However,
again, I am rather curious if this has anything to do with the storyline for
the movie since humans clearly have more articulation and range of movement
than dolls. If you are new to doll customization, a lot of doll collectors are
already resorting to head swapping and buying a made to move doll with the same
skin tone and rebodying so that this doll and other dolls in this collection
can have the maximum articulation available that will yield the most possible
poses for display or photography purposes. Even though I know it sounds like it
is delicate work, and you could break the doll, it is not that hard to do once
you get the hang of it and it is a very basic way of customizing as you begin
to build the experience.
This doll, as gorgeous as she is, only has 12 points of
articulation as opposed to the 22 points she could have had with the made to
move body. This is a bit disheartening even if the body type is more aesthetically
pleasing. Visually when the made to move dolls first came out, it took me
awhile to appreciate the total beauty of such dolls with that look. On a made
to move doll, I don't believe that the knees look as fully functional as they
could look. Overall, the joints look very weak and flimsy whether they are
dressed in tights, knee highs, or bare. And, the ankles joints have always been
a bit weak as well. We lost the dolls being able to stand up on their own once
their ankles got articulated. Since it has been 8 years now that we made to
move dolls, I hope that Mattel revisits the design and finds a way to take care
of this so that it can look more appealing, realistic and be more practical for
photo shoots. Anyway, getting back to this doll and her particular
capabilities, expect her to be able to do over 100 poses. However, she will not
be able to touch her chin or side of her head very well. As an example, if you
would like to photograph her with her cellphone close to her ear, you will see
what I mean by the limitations of an articulated fashionista body. Now think of
all of the other kinds of similar poses and you will realize how limited this
body type is even with the benefit of over 100 poses.
The outfit is just so cheerful and pretty! Every piece of
clothing she wears, from her hat to her jacket to her blouse and her skirt, is
decked out in this ever so pleasing pastel plaid design. The only detail that
she is wearing that is not in this pattern is her solid light baby blue high
heel sandal shoes! It should be noted that her blouse and skirt have a satin
finish while her jacket, and hat appear to be made out of a cotton material
with a stamped waffle beveling. This is the second doll that I have come across
to be wearing a piece or two of clothing in satin in this collection. The first
is Gloria with her satin blazer. I am curious since two of the dolls in
collection now have at least 1 piece of clothing in satin, will there be others
too?
Also, we got a clue from this doll's official description!
She wears this outfit on her journey back to Barbieland! We can now set up a
timeline as to how the movie begins and ends! Neat, huh?
FULL SPECS
Name: Barbie in Plaid Matching Set
Box Number: HRF26
Release Date: June 1, 2023
Designer: Robert Best/Linda Kyaw-Merschon
Label: Black (Barbie Signature)
Body Type: Gigi with high-heeled feet
Face Sculpt: Margot Robbie
Articulation: 12 points (elbows, wrist, waist,
knees, and head)
Product Dimensions: 7"L x 3"W x 13"H
inches
Item Weight: 13.7 ounces
MATTEL’S DESCRIPTION HIGHLIGHTS
Pink, blue, and yellow cropped jacket with a puffy skirt
and matching blouse.
Schoolgirl hat ties with a ribbon in the back; petticoat
matches the outfit’s all-over plaid print.
A tumble of blond, wavy hair, “pearl” drop earrings, and
baby blue heels add the final polish.
Posable doll comes in collectible Barbie The Movie
packaging.
MY DOLL/PLAYSET FROM AMAZON:
My Barbie the Movie 2023 Barbie in Plaid Matching Set Doll (HRF26)
was purchased at the same time as my Barbie the Movie 2023 Gloria
Barbie doll (HPJ98)
on June 2nd, 2023. Two-day shipping was selected, however, it was processed and
arrived to me on June 7th. The dolls came mailed separately in their original
Mattel boxes. I suspect that Amazon got over flooded with orders and wanted
them out of inventory as soon as possible. The box has the same info on it as
the Gloria doll just tailored to the details of this Barbie doll. I think in
current lighting she does radiate in a very goddess like way, and she appears
to be very statuesque. I feel that she is another solid purchase and I look
forward to seeing the movie and purchasing more of these dolls in the near
future!
In person, it was a relief to confirm that this is a three-piece
outfit. None of the clothes are sewn together to create the illusion of three
pieces. As previously mentioned but with more detail, she is a wearing
sleeveless satin finish blouse with a tie string at the color along with a
matching skirt. A long sleeve bolero jacket in a waffle pattern and a wide
brimmed hat also in waffle print with a ribbon around the center and trailing
off the brim to the back. Under the skirt, she is wearing a crinoline petticoat
and white panties. Her fingernails are painted pink but not her toenails. She
barely has any eyeshadow on! Just really long painted on eyelashes. Black
eyeliner on top of the eye and deep brown on her lower eye. That is it! She has
natural light pink blush on and dainty drop-down dangle pearl earrings.
PRICING
This Barbie the Movie (2023) Barbie
in Plaid Matching Set Doll (HRF26) is currently being
sold online at Mattel Creations, Walmart, Amazon, and Target. Depending upon
the store, the price ranges from $49.97 to $50.00 before tax and shipping and
handling. It will also appear on online auction too as well like eBay but the
prices are twice and triple the current retail value. If you need it now or it
is not for sale in your area, then please purchase wisely. I will update in the
future with further details as more information becomes available to me.
Are you interested in owning her too? Well then go here
to buy her now!
VIDEO REVIEW
Check out my YouTube video to see me review this doll here
or view it below!
(Video Link Here)
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