DOLL/PLAYSET PARTICULARS AND
THOUGHTS:
The Barbie the Movie 2023 Gloria Doll (HPJ98) is based upon
a character that the actress America Ferrera plays in the titular movie. As
mentioned in my previous first
impressions article, it is a passable resemblance and not a close or a perfect
one! It is a nice likeliness that any doll customizer with advanced skills
could rectify anyway, he or she would like. If the idea of an Ugly Betty doll
is intriguing to you, I believe this doll is a great start to such a project.
After researching where I recognized this particular face sculpt from, I think
that it does bare a strong resemblance to the Fifth Harmony doll made for
Camila Cabello (CHG42) back in 2014/2015. The only difference is the hair color
and how they painted the eyes. Check it out
for yourself and let me know your thoughts! Her makeup is soft shades of pink
and deep pink/burgundy that are neutral and natural. It should be no problem to
change her look without feeling as if you would need to match her makeup to her
outfit and should photograph well.
Due to her stature, Mattel made America’s doll petite and
with made to move capabilities. It is an interesting choice and makes me
curious why her doll was selected for a made to movies body and not all the
dolls in this collection. For example, Margot Robbie’s Barbie has limited
articulation and she is the star of the movie. America’s character is also
supposed to be a Mattel Executive employee. Technically if an employee has an
office job wouldn’t he or she be sitting the majority of the time? I know when
I had a desk job, I did plenty of sitting during those days. So, wouldn’t her
character have less articulation as long as she could sit in a chair
believably? For now, my questions will have to go unanswered. I do know that
articulation is a part of the storyline and a cute nod to doll collectors. Once
the movie is released for worldwide viewing on July 21st, 2023, I am
certain that the intent will become clearer from the movie storyline. In the
meantime, I am quite pleased to know that my doll does have the maximum
versatility of movement and poses available to her when I place her on display
and/or pose for pictures.
Her hot pink professional attire is amazing! It is on par
with the quality of outfits seen at the Barbie Signature level. Mixing and
matching the outfits will certainly be fun as you can dress the satin blazer up
or down depending upon the theme of your photo shoot. Putting the blazer on a
doll for an after-hours event or casual date would be quite splendid. Also, I really
like her pinstriped, wide-legged slacks. I think it would look great paired
with a white blouse and a pair of preppy white sneakers for running errands
around town. Other than gold hoop earrings, she does not come wearing any other
jewelry. I think that this is to keep with that conservative look. I would like
to have seen how they would have designed a bracelet and a necklace for this
doll. More simple but tasteful jewelry options are definitely needed in the
doll world for doll collectors to accessorize our dolls without the items
looking overly play line. Those high heeled power shoes look like they were
made for dancing, and it would be great to showcase them with a medium length dress
for fun! And I just adore the rainbow color block detail that makes up the
straps. I would not be surprised if these shoes became really popular and a
must have accessory among doll collectors!
FULL SPECS
Name: Gloria Doll Wearing Pink Power Pantsuit
Box Number: HPJ98
Release Date: June 1, 2023
Designer: Carlyle Nuera
Label: Black (Barbie Signature)
Body Type: Made to Move Petite
Articulation:
22 “points” (The neck, upper arms, elbows, wrists, torso, hips, upper legs,
knees, and ankles)
Product
Dimensions: 9 x 3 x 13 inches
Item Weight:
~13.4 ounces
MATTEL’S DESCRIPTION HIGHLIGHTS
1 Satiny blazer and matching knit blouse paired with
pinstriped trousers with real pockets.
2 Oversized golden hoops peek out from her voluminous
curls.
3 Strappy metallic heels add a pop of rainbow
color-blocking.
4 Posable doll comes in collectible Barbie The Movie
packaging.
MY DOLL/PLAYSET FROM AMAZON:
I ordered my Barbie the Movie doll from Amazon on June 2nd
and received it four days later on June 7th. So, it took Amazon two
days to process the order before they could have it shipped to me by 2nd
day. Due to the demand for these dolls, I believe that they shipped it relatively
quickly to me. It came in the original cardboard shipment box from Mattel and
not in an Amazon box. It would appear that I just might have a first wave doll
that Amazon was not trying to waste any time or money repackaging to get it out
to the customer. The original box is interesting because it indicates that the
doll was made at the Mattel Indonesia plant and that it should not be opened
until after June 1, 2023. Outside of this box, the doll is just beautiful, and
she seems warm approachable but in charge. The more that I see her and pose her,
the more that I like her, and I believe that she is becoming one of my
favorites. I am looking forward to the movie and seeing this character in
action!
In person, it is noteworthy to mention that her eyeshadow
has shimmery gold too and it is very pretty when held to the light. Her
eyebrows are thick and gorgeous! They spent time detailing individual strands
of hair on her brow. The only thing strange is her ear. I cannot tell if she
has a flesh tone hearing aid in her ear or if they decided not to give any
attention to detail to its shape and contour. Also, her clothes have velcro,
not snaps to secure her garments from opening. I am disappointed with this
detail since this is a signature doll that is twice the of a non-signature one.
I do like that it is three pieces of clothes that are not attached to each
other. However, once you take the doll's clothes off, the sweater loses its
shape because loose thread had been used to maintain an exact fit. Once
undressed and refitted, the sweater blouse becomes a bit too big at the waist.
A lot of people seem to like being provided with this detail: her fingernails
are painted a light pink color. Her toes are not.
Also, this next detail is very new to me as a returning doll
collector and toy reviewer. When since did Mattel began using double-sided tape
to help secure the doll clothes to the doll's body? This is with just about all
of the dolls in this series. I don't know how I feel about this since it nearly
ruined a few of the doll's clothes.
This doll is currently available online for order at such
online stores as Amazon, Mattel Creations, Walmart,
and Target. At retail value they are currently priced either at $49.97 or
$50.00 before tax and shipping and handling. If you purchase from online
auction such as eBay the dolls are priced at twice to three times the value. As
more information becomes available. In the future, I will update this section
of the article accordingly.
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!
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https://creations.mattel.com/collections/barbie-the-movie#?page=1
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https://www.amazon.sg/Barbie-Fifth-Harmony-Camila-Doll/dp/B00M5AUTB8
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https://service.mattel.com/us/productDetail.aspx?prodno=CHG42&siteid=27 |
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https://lalalollystoybox.blogspot.com/2023/07/gloria-doll-barbie-movie-2023-hpj98.html |
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