Oh right....dolls. Poppy Parker Model Traveler Collection

Well it has been a couple of months...and an overwhelming amount of stuff has been going on.  I have barely had a second to think about taking a shower let alone dolls. 

With things being what they are in the world, dolls had been the furthest thing from my mind.  When the Meteor collection came out, I liked them but could not even begin to think about purchasing them out of an abundance of caution for my bank account.  I would still like to grab Zuri and the club exclusive doll maybe at some point...but that point is like next year.

Anyway, lately I have been taking time each week to unwind and redress a doll or two.  I find this a great way to indulge in some frivolous but necessary 'self care'. Getting the bins out, sorting through the goods, and putting together a fun new look for a doll is wonderful medicine for my soul. I have been trying to purge some things along the way too...which is also good for the bank account in the process.

Which brings me to the recent Poppy Parker capsule collection.  It has been a bit of a doll desert with few releases...people were itching to get their hands on some genuine molded plastic. I think this collection is really well done with lovely pieces, distinct looks, great screenings, and another adorable package design. The price is $145...which made me flinch a bit. While I was tempted by Toyko and Milan and even had them in my shopping cart for a bit, I ultimately decided to pass on all of them. Why?  Well I am expecting the Jem releases to be must haves and dropping all around the same time. And there is all the potential convention shenanigans to fret about as well. Le sigh.

So, will I regret this spark of willpower and frugality?  Maybe...but there are always more Poppies on the way.

 

Item # 77180

Hello, New York!

Poppy Parker™ Dressed Doll

Poppy Parker™: The Model Traveler Collection

Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls

Expected Ship Date: Late May 2020

Suggested Retail Pricing: $145.00

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

Head Sculpt: Poppy Parker

Body Type: Poppy Parker

Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle

Skin Tone: FR White

Hair Color: Strawberry Blonde

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

The Story:

Where better to start a worldwide modeling tour than on your adopted home turf? Always the New Yorker at heart, Poppy could feel the electricity in the air as she just finished shooting her last magazine cover a few minutes before rushing off to John F. Kennedy Airport to embark on her great modeling trip around the world! “-Poppy, where are you going?!”, “-Poppy!! Look here Poppy!”, “-Smile for the Camera! Poppy!”, “-We love you Poppy!”, clamored reporters and fans alike who surprised her at the gate! Click! Click! Flash!... A few mysterious smiles and a quick wink of her beautiful eye later, fans cheered as she disappeared down the walkway, all set for her next thrilling adventure!

Included:

12-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;

Fresh tweed ensemble composed of an overcoat with matching skirt and perfectly matched mint-colored ruffled blouse;

Knee length boots;

Large tote bag;

Sunglasses;

Earrings, bracelets and ring;

Alternate pair of gloved hands;

Doll stand;

Certificate of authenticity.

Pretty outfit.  I am guessing the inclusion of a bag and coat is what is bumping up the price of these dolls to $145.  I shudder to think how much the FR and Nu Face gals will be this year.  Yikes.

Item # 77179

Tokyo Twilight

Poppy Parker™ Dressed Doll

Poppy Parker™: The Model Traveler Collection

Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls

Expected Ship Date: Late May 2020

Suggested Retail Pricing: $145.00

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

Head Sculpt: Poppy Parker

Body Type: Poppy Parker

Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle

Skin Tone: FR White

Hair Color: Platinum

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

The Story:

For the first stop in her fabulous journey around the globe, Poppy lands in Tokyo, her heart filled with anticipation! She is soon greeted by representatives of the famous Japanese fashion brand, MIKO, who hired the teenage superstar as the lead model for their highly anticipated campaign promoting their new line: CLONE. This adventure will also take her to Osaka to shoot part of the campaign at the Japan World's Fair '70. What a trip!

Included:

12-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;

Totally MOD long sleeved, micro-sequined A-line dress, worn over a sparkling sleeveless micro-dress;

Silver “chrome leather” shoes;

Silver “chrome leather” clutch with chain handle;

Oversized triangular panel earrings;

2 bangle bracelets;

2 finger rings;

Alternate pair of hands with long manicured nails;

Doll stand;

Certificate of authenticity.

Oh I love this one. I definitely wanted her...but then she seems so similar to Out of This World Poppy...so I talked myself down.  I do love the hair and outfit though.  I am hoping I can get the fashion from someone at some point.

Item # 77182

Mad for Milan

Poppy Parker™ Dressed Doll

Poppy Parker™: The Model Traveler Collection

Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls

Expected Ship Date: Late June/Early July 2020

Suggested Retail Pricing: $145.00

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

Head Sculpt: Poppy Parker

Body Type: Poppy Parker

Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle

Skin Tone: Sun Kissed

Hair Color: Brown Black Mix

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

The Story:

A little bit of work mixed with a lot of fun is how Poppy is spending her time in Milan. After checking out some of the new fashion collections, Poppy takes in the sights of Milan's famous shopping and architecture. It feels like her second home. She's Mad for Milan!

Included:

12-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;

Long, glamorous floor length leopard print coat worn over a fun long-sleeved, black A-Line dress;

Faux "suede" thigh high boots;

Faux croc "leather" handbag;

Sunglasses;

Long chain necklace with pendant;

Multi-use chain belt;

Earrings, 3 bracelets and wrist cuff;

Alternate pair of gloved hands;

Doll stand;

Certificate of authenticity.

Oh she is so great.  I love the outfit too.  But I already have a Poppy leopard coat from a convention Poppy....so again...I talked myself down.  She looks amazing in sunkissed.  I love this skin tone.  I want more. 

Item # 77181

Sizzling in Paris

Poppy Parker™ Dressed Doll

Poppy Parker™: The Model Traveler Collection

Limited Edition: 1000 Dolls

Expected Ship Date: Late June/Early July 2020

Suggested Retail Pricing: $145.00

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*Info will be sent to W Club members closer to the ship date, approx. mid-June

Head Sculpt: Poppy Parker

Body Type: Poppy Parker

Foot Sculpt: High Heel

Skin Tone: Cream

Hair Color: Raven

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

The Story:

When the Maison De La Haute Couture De Paris calls and invites you to be the guest of honor at the most important fashion gala of the season, a gal just can’t say no! What could be better than this, you may ask? Moments before she boarded her flight to the city of lights, one of Paris’ top stylists called and told her that he would be honored to take care of her various looks for the evening… Everything on the house! Ooh la la! Nothing but the best for Miss Poppy! Oui Oui!

Included:

12-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;

Elegant ruby red floor length evening gown with beading detail at the bust and faux fur stole;

Red heels with rhinestone detail;

Clutch purse with rhinestone detail;

Gauntlet gloves;

Rhinestone earrings, ring and cuff bracelet;

Alternate pair of opera length gloved hands;

Alternate pair of hands with long manicure;

Doll stand;

Certificate of authenticity.

Pretty...but not my style at all.  I am not a gown person and also not a huge fan of the high ponytail.