New East 59th collection...But Make it 40s!

 

Another lovely collection from Chris Stoeckel. I always appreciate both the playability and the value of the East 59th line designed by Chris.  Frequently combining mix and match outfits or alternate looks for each doll, the price points for these are similar to FR and NuFace with way more bang for the buck AND often feature far more complicated fashions (cough* mini-dresses *barf). This time Chris has gone back a bit to the end of WWII to give us a bit more origin story for the characters.  I like it.

My only complaint here is in the edition sizes. I have tried and failed to get a preorder on these.  I am hoping to get one today at sideshow.  Otherwise I will hope for a club offering or try to get one in trade later on.  I would like all three...but I also don't want one without the others (exception being Gus...I would take him by himself).  I am hoping for a Gus and Laird giftset at some point (maybe Dolly Days?). Chris keeps saying that menswear is not his thing but both Gus and Laird were amaze balls.  Frankly, I think everyone would be more than happy with an ALL male lineup at some point where we get Gus, Laird, and the spouses of Victoire and Lady Aurelia. That would be swell.

I like the face on Aurelia and the strong brows. I adore Victoire's suit and hat. Augustus is fantastic all around. OMG that sweater vest. I am a sucker for doll size knitwear. Love all the details. Love the return of the Darius sculpt.  HATE the edition sizes.  Integrity is making some WEIRD decisions lately.  They could have easily sold out an edition of 1000 for this guy. I just don't get it. 

UPDATE...So I had no luck getting it from the first dealer I tried...and also missed out on Sideshow but then scored Gus and Victoire off a wait list at another dealer (from cancellations I am guessing).  Huzzah!  So I might try to pick up Aurelia later...maybe as a nude perhaps.

Item # 73040 Home at Last Lady Aurelia Grey™ Dressed Doll The East 59th® Collection  Limited Edition: 550 Dolls Expected Ship Date: Mid-June 2021 Suggested Retail Pricing: $160.00 *Available from Authorized Dealers Only*

Head Sculpt: Aurelia 1.0 Body Type: East 59th 1.0 Foot Sculpt: High-heeled Skin Tone: FR Black Hair Color: Black Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied Quickswitch: No

The Story: Let's have a flashback moment and go back to the very beginning of the East 59th storyline... With the dark days of World War II behind them, Lady Aurelia Grey embarks on a Trans-Atlantic voyage home to the Big Apple, to visit her parents and brother, which she has not been able to see in years. Unbeknownst to her, the gorgeous Ms. Victoire Roux had also just boarded, her head full of dreams, following an invitation to meet her old friend Laird in New York. As fate would have it, it didn't take long before a simple "Is this seat taken?" moment led to an instant friendship, which marked the beginning of many exciting, fashionable adventures! Included: 12.5-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes; Two-piece vivid blue velvet suit; White blouse with ruffled lace details; Alternate pair of tomato red slacks; Earrings with blue "stone" details; Lavish brooch with faux-pearl and "stone" details (magnetized); Fascinator hat; Handbag; Matching open-toe heels; Pair of painted-on gloved hands; Alternate pair of hands with long manicured nails; Doll stand; Certificate of authenticity.

Item # 73041 New York Bound Victoire Roux® Dressed Doll The East 59th® Collection  Limited Edition: 550 Dolls Expected Ship Date: Mid-June 2021 Suggested Retail Pricing: $160.00 *Available from Authorized Dealers Only*

Head Sculpt: Victoire 2.0 Body Type: East 59th 1.0 Foot Sculpt: High-heeled Skin Tone: Japan Hair Color: Red Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied Quickswitch: No

The Story: Our little flashback moment continues as we witness the very first encounter of Lady Aurelia Grey and the fabulous Ms. Victoire Roux, while on a luxurious Trans-Atlantic voyage from London to New York City! Always the perfect fashion plate, Victoire comes with her own fashionable, late 1940's inspired travel wardrobe, complete with a sensational change of clothes, the perfect standout dress she wore that night at The Stork Club when she introduced Aurelia's brother Gus to his future life-long partner, young and upcoming New York model Laird Drake! Included: 12.5-inch fully articulated vinyl doll with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes; Perfectly tailored, period-inspired two-piece mustard-colored skirt suit with contrasting yellow and forest green inset details; Flocked hat with dramatic bright yellow chiffon scarf; Alternate, glamorous two-toned lamé evening gown; Large cuff bracelet; Earrings; Forest green handbag; Matching open-toe heels; Pair of painted-on gloved hands; Alternate pair of hands with long manicured nails; Doll stand; Certificate of authenticity. Item # 73042 Romance in the Air Augustus "Gus" Blake™ Fashion Figure The East 59th® Collection  Limited Edition: 550 Figures Expected Ship Date: Mid-June 2021 Suggested Retail Pricing: $160.00 *Available from Authorized Dealers Only* Head Sculpt: Darius 1.0 Body Type: Homme 1.5 Skin Tone: FR Black Hair Color: Black Eyelashes: No Quickswitch: No The Story: Our little story continues, as we dial back to the early days of East 59th! Soon after Lady Aurelia Grey introduced her new friend Victoire to her handsome younger brother, the trio would meet at The Stork Club, where Victoire Roux introduced her good friend, Laird Drake to them, and as they say, the rest was truly like a "Sentimental Journey"! Swayed by his perfectly polished demeanor, Laird fell hard for Gus and things grew quickly. Not only did the pair become fast friends and passionate lovers, but they would also eventually co-found the East 59th Agency, and the rest, as they say, is history! Included: 12.5-inch fully articulated vinyl fashion figure with rooted and flocked hair; Tailored period-inspired plaid suit; White shirt; Tie; Alternate pair of solid colored pants; Cable knit vest; Wingtip shoes; White socks; Doll stand; Certificate of authenticity.