Signature in Scaris

It's no secret that I love me some Apple White. I've said a few times now that I feel in many ways she's quite possibly the perfect doll. She has the poseability of an MH doll, but her clean faceup, curly blond hair, and creamy complexion mean she's not so heavily themed that she's limited in what she can wear. She looks "normal", albeit in a very beautiful way. To illustrate this I came up with a plan to shoot Apple in three different MH outfits, all vastly different from one another. She looks great in all three outfits, not "off-theme" or anything the way some MH dolls look when you try to put them in another character's outfits. The thing is, Apple is so photogenic that once I put her in the first outfit and started snapping pics, I couldn't stop until my camera battery up and died. I always get so wrapped up in photographing her because she's so damn photogenic. I love taking pics of her! Sorry if that sounds creepy or something, but it's the truth. I genuinely adore Apple's signature doll. Later this year I'll be compiling my Top Ten 2013 MH dolls, and let me tell you right now, no fronting, I like signature Apple better than any of them. Does that mean I like EAH more than MH? No. I simply like this particular doll better than any 2013 MH doll. And even then it really doesn't have anything to do with the character of Apple White (though I do love her, as well), it just comes down to the appreciation I feel for this doll. She's the best playline doll of 2013 that I've personally come across -- and I come across a lot of dolls! Anyway, enough of me rambling! Here's Apple White in Scaris Frankie's chic, 40's-inspired outfit. I'm sure I'll get around to snapping her in the other two outfits eventually. Enjoy!

Sirens

 

It's all about the voice. So pure.

Gods and Monsters

From Catty:

Catty Noir Overrides And Invades All Voicething Outlets!

She came from out of nowhere and suddenly there she was -- everywhere! Flickr, Tumblr, even The Sequel's sister blog Voicething. There was Catty, loud and proud and possibly the fiercest we've ever seen her! Why did she target Voicething? What does it all mean? We're not sure, but we have a feeling this isn't the last we'll be seeing of this ferocious feline... and we wonder if next time she'll bring some friends along with her...

Legacy Day is here!

So those are the promo dolls up there. How about we take a look at the real things...

First up is Raven Queen. As you can see, she is very beautiful. But I gotta say, my feelings are just a tad mixed on this new version of the character. You'll notice that her faceup isn't very different from the signature doll's.

These are "deluxe" dolls and their outfits are very elaborate, moreso even than their signature outfits were. In Raven's case, while I like each piece individually I feel it doesn't quite add up to a satisfying whole.

I think maybe I'd like the look more if the top were instead a full dress, rather than a combo with pants. I like that her crown is dramatic and whimsical at the same time. But worn with the collar (not pictured), it was all a bit too much. Something had to go and as you can see I chose the collar.

That said, taken on their own the pants are really cute! And I love the print on her top! The belt looks great and I like how its' rigidity helps frames her hips.

I also like that her boots are an elaboration on her signature doll's shoes. And hey, her toenails are painted! Cute!

The paisley-esque print of her cape is amazing! In keeping with her raven theme, there are abstract feathers spread throughout. Overall, though not perfect, I do like this doll. And I can see her growing on me even more over time.

I'm a big, fat hypocrite because all those pink sparkles that I hate so much on Draculaura are totally rocking my world on Legacy Day Briar! I love this doll!

Gorgeous, isn't she? Of the three Legacy Day dolls Briar is easily the most improved compared to her signature release. The addition of subtle silver to her eyeshadow adds a lot, and this hairstyle is a little more mature looking than the previous one.

I'm sure this dress has many crying "Barbie!", but I think it works wonderfully. There's something 20's about it -- probably the art deco-ish belt.

And check out those heels! A huge improvement over her first pair! (And more painted toenails!) If I decide to do a full Legacy Day doll review it will probably be of Briar. I never reviewed her signature doll so she's due for full coverage. Plus, like I said, I just really adore this doll.

We all know I have a deep rooted love for Apple White. In Legacy Day form she doesn't disappoint.

Her eyes are a bit smaller and the color just a hint lighter -- they look great! The minimal greys of her signature doll's eyeshadow have been replaced with magenta and shimmering gold. As with the other two Legacy Day dolls, the silver reflective dots on her lower lip have disappeared.

The overall result is a doll that looks a little older, wiser even. There was an innocence before that has been replaced with knowingness. I really like it!

What hasn't changed from the signature doll are the rich colors and lux prints of her clothing.

I think Apple benefits the most from the elaborate nature of the Legacy Day outfits. Look at everything going here! And yet it doesn't come across as busy or over the top. It doesn't to me, anyway.

Apple is basically synonymous with "lux". And "beautiful"!

Her crown frames a tiny bun. It's a great effect but leaves a bit of hair dangling awkwardly behind it, as you can see here. (In the meantime, check out the red detailing of her cape. Nice!)

Even with that odd tuft of hair poking out behind her crown Apple effortlessly pulls off the "fierce royal" look. Surprise, surprise -- she's my favorite of the Legacy Day dolls!

Each doll comes with a mirrored diary and tiny key. They're cool extras but I would've preferred a continuation of their story like we got with the signature dolls' "bookmarks". Nonetheless, these are great dolls -- especially Apple and Briar!