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Many parents are frustrated by the recent “makeover” of Disney’s Merida doll from the movie Brave. This frustration stems from the fact that the original version looks more like a real girl and not a glamorous princess. These concerned parents feel as though Disney is sending the erroneous message that the first likeness of Merida was … Read more
Barbie vs Monster High Dolls Barbie dolls have been around for many years with the very first Barbie (in a swimsuit) being shown at the New York toy fair in 1959. Since that time Barbie and her perfect looking entourage have become globally recognized and many children have played with Barbie and Ken when younger. … Read more
Ghouls Rule! The Coolest Monster High Dolls Dressed for Halloween The Ghouls Rule doll assortment was released in spring 2012. Each of these Ghouls Rule dolls had costume versions available in children’s sizes. The Ghouls Rule doll set includes Cleo de Nile, Abbey Bominable, Draculaura, Clawdeen Wolf and Frankie Stein If you want the buy … Read more
Ever After High Dolls: Monster High Meet Once Upon A Time Taking one product and marketing concept and then regurgitating it to create several offshoots is hardly a new phenomenon and it has worked many times in the past. The newest and most recent example of this is the Ever After High dolls which have … Read more
Katniss Everdeen (Hunger Games) Collector Barbie Dolls Review: The Hunger Games was a popular book series turned into a smash hit movie that captivated boys and girls of all ages. A collectors doll was released by Barbie of Katniss Everdeen, the lead female character in Hunger Games. Katniss Everdeen is a great female role model. Barbie … Read more
Venus McFlytrap Review The teens at the infamous Monster High really know how to dress to impress and one of the newer students, Venus McFlytrap, definitely stands out from the crowd. Venus, an ecological warrior and daughter of a plant monster, has a unique look that is a cross between Poison Ivy and the punks … Read more
Monster High Dolls For Christmas Here they are, the latest Monster High dolls! This time our ghoulish teens are getting ready for High School picture day. They all wear their best clothes and polish their attitude to make their mark in the Monster High High School year album. Meet the new 2012 Monster High Picture … Read more
The Stunning Violet Eyes and White Diamonds Elizabeth Taylor Barbie Dolls When the creators of Barbie decided to make a set of Elizabeth Taylor Barbie Dolls they did not hold back and created a stunning range of figures with fantastic looks, clothes and accessories – the newest dolls are no different. The Violet Eyes and … Read more