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Well� I am in
� I want to see the dolls left Puerto Rico before Pewter & Platinum arrived� and haven�t seen anything after that L� no miniGenes either.� Have to last until April�
� FR Book update � probably will finish 2009 in mid/end April (when I am home to see/photograph the dolls).
� Convention was AWESOME!!!� Had a blast.
� So W Club sent a confidential email � will tell you about it when it is non-confidential ;-)
� A treat � some backdrops to photoshop into your doll pictures� (4 are from the convention by David Buttry)
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HINT: Right click and choose Save Target As to save it directly to your computer.� My Camera has only 5 MegaPixels so it will work with small / medium sized pictures but not with full spreads (should work for internet sized pictures).
� I updated the Checklist to include all the convention dolls & the 4 remaining dolls for 2009.� I will update the book when my convention collection gets here --- supposedly went out on the 8th � where is my package?� The joys of USPS�
� Integrity Toys launches new website � with updated archives --- www.integritytoys.com
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My
� I am going to this year�s convention with my mother � arriving Wednesday night � hope to see you there, will probably attend the pink parlor meet group (if there is one) and the W Club luncheon�
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I just updated:
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> Reference List � also the PDF
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> Added a Skin Tone 1-Page Chart using Em�lia �s blog categories
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> Added an FR Stain Database � check it out, and let me know if you know of any other items that stain.
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> Added Fashion Royalty Story Cards Section � download each year�s PDFs
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> In the FR e-Book -- complete update ; redid some pictures of the early year�s fashions/accessories.� Added 2007 up to 2009.�� In the Common Section I cover the new bodies (Monogram / Hand Speak / Misaki).� There is a Hand Speak chart as well as the Skin Tone 1-Page Chart.� If you already printed the previous version look in the early years you might have to change just a few pages if you like; but :
� I incorporated the FR Stain Database to the page of each item that might cause staining, as a note in the upper left side box � below price/etc..
� Accs pictures change/uplift � p. 4-8, 15, 16, 24-25, 31, 33-34, 37-39, 50
� In Part 1 (2002/3)
� Toast of Paris Fashion and Dressed Doll pages 10 and 11 have better pictures and list 2 differences, not only 1 like before.
� Flame Rouge� added accessory pics not present before� page 31
� 2005b
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� Intoxicating Mix Vanessa page 115 has the fashion picture that was missing
� Runway Right Away Variation Purse page 133 added a new comparison picture
� In 2006a -- New Versaille Veronique added accs close up pic page 145
� In 2006b
� Added a page 182 for Saks Agnes --- will be completed after the Convention and the file re-released as well as released on its own for easy access.
� Added Prototype Blonde Capricious Natalia page 186
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Because of
those 2 page additions all pages from 177 to 207 move over � keep this in mind for� the
mini-collection indexes.
� Dressing the Part Agnes full fashion picture added page 191 (now)
� Fix Convention Stand # 91146 in page 204
� Added the convention T-Shirt picture in page 207 (now)
� Added:�� 2007a� & 2007b� //� 2008a� & 2008b�� //� tentative 2009a�� & 2009b
� In 2009a�� Still to be added � Blue Chip,� Jeffrey�s OOAK, Dollystyle Companion Doll
� In 2009b�� Still to be added � 2nd Club Doll�� &�� Convention Collection
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Future
Projects:
� Keep the book up to date --- never am I leaving it be, now that I have finally catched up.
� Do Picture Checklists for Hollywood Royalty and Poppy Parker dolls� might review in detail Hollywood Royalty fashions as I tend to steal them away for my FRs. J
� Do a similar Reference Book for the AvantGuard Dolls.
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FR
Reference Book --� possible printed version� - printed by www.lulu.com
Since I am using pictures many collectors & IT provided for free I would
not charge a profit for myself (not getting any royalties), but even with that
the book being letter paper sized and full color would be around:
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> $87.90 for softcover + shipping, Standard quality Paper 8.5� x 11� - -Perfect-Bound - Cover & 412 pages Full Color
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> $97.90 for hardcover + shipping, Standard quality Paper 8.25� x 10.75� -- Casewrap Hardcover � bookstore-quality binding - Cover & 412 pages Full Color
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> With the inside in Black & White:� around $16 softcover /// $26 hardcover.
� The 412 pages include everything up to 2009 (w/ 2nd club doll, Dollystyle convention companion doll) but NOT the 09 Convention collection [this will take around 14 pages more].
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> So far it is not available to the public for ordering (only private � me)� I hesitate to make it public because I don�t want scalpers ordering copies and then selling them in ebay at a profit (although how much more would they be able to charge for it)� anyway if you are interested in the printed/bound version contact me via private message at the wclub or via Flickr my user name in both websites is mandy4384.
� I passed the BAR EXAM for my State J� Waiting to hear when I am going to get sworn in and my lic. # J
� I just updated:
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> Reference List -� also the FR Checklist PDF
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> Dynamite Girls checklist
� I have started working on the books, but it is going slow --- my camera�s battery dies every 2 dolls� ARGH!�
� The 2 new cases took a while to rearrange � have half ot the pics taken � then the battery died�
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I just updated the Links and Reference List Page
adding � added
Em`lia �s Skin Tone Reference site. -- http://skintonedatabase.blogspot.com/
� I already took my horrible exam � won�t know if I passed until June � so I am going to work on the FR BOOK for years 07 and 08.� Also decided to start one for Avant Guard Dolls.
� Soon new pictures of my collection as I bought two new cases to finally display it all in my room. J�
� Convention was a blast!� It was great meeting so many of you.
� I decided to take the BAR exam in March, so the FR book�s years 2007 & 2008 will be done in April-May 2009.
� The Checklist will be kept up to date - it includes all the dolls that will be made this year, with the info available about them.
� I also added pictured checklists for:� Dynamite Girls, Eve Kitten & Monsieur Z.�� It is my understanding that with the new dolls (AG, Valia, etc) the Eve Kitten & MZ will not be produced again, so those lists should have all the items.� But the Dynamite girls will be need revisions as new dolls come out.� So far it only misses the Redhead Eltin doll.
� AvantGuards � saw them in person, their make up is to harsh for me, fell in love with the doll modeling the outfit that will be sold alone (figures) so I am undecided if I will enter the line � will depend on their price point � although for sure in the future I want 1 � so I can use the chair they gave me at the W Club lunch at convention. ;-)
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Valia � the new (3rd)
doll has been shown � Pivoine � Haute Doll Magazine
exclusive; she has a new articulated body.
Priced at:� $350 members,�� $375 non-members but subscribers.
Previous dolls:� 1st & 2nd
were Raison D�Etre (blonde / redhead) $350 each,��� 3rd Adore, $250 each.� Official Valia
site:� http://www.whoisvalia.com/
�span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> My 2 Cents:� I own Adore & Raison�s complete fashion.��� I love the detail in the fashions, face and the material, but the doll�s hands were driving me nuts � too big, and posed at an awkward angle � and lack of articulation � � lets see if the new Pivoine meets up the high standards her new (sky high) price sets��
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I just got Kumi, she
is lovely � but after looking at the package/
� The last club doll for the year was announced � she will be Bewitching Hour Luchia � looking spectacular � and those shoes!�
� More about all new items / including pictures / comments at this blog: http://fashiondollchronicles.blogspot.com/
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Finally !� Delivery � You have now the e-book complete until year 2006 a mere 205 pages + the common
section & indexes.
My studies & budget stop me from going right now into 2007 & 2008 � it
depends if I take the state BAR in March then until I am done with the test I
can�t work on it, but if I take it Sept. 09 then I will probably have free time
in Spring to do it.
� See you @ the convention next month!
� I know , I know � promises & promises � but no delivery.���� Well, I am absolutely sure that by the end of my Years 2002-2004 will be available.� By June 9 � 2005 and, by Mid September 2006 � 2008.
� I have been updating the checklist reference list � will keep up with it.
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I am going to this years FR Convention:
The Heist in
For information on how to register: LINK.
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Well � I changed servers and forgot to put the
Guide in the new one.� This problem is
� I did update the reference list.
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On May 15
� you can order Eugenia Frost
"Spectacular, Spectacular" Doll by Jason Wu (RAVEN).� Price:
$250.00� LINK� On Club email they said that 2 day shipping
was cheaper than regular mail.� ONLY USA
Address accepted.� You can place the
order online or by phone � 1-800-876-7867.��
150 were pre-sold to the club, only 150 will be
available after May 15�� around
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Thanks for visiting my website. J -
Amanda � mandy4384 at the wclub forum�
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Rumors (during convention 2006) say they will be
a Haute Doll Exclusive this year�
� The first part of the guide is now available.� It covers all year 1 dolls.�� Check in the Reference Guide section.
� Well almost done with the updated version of the Reference Guide.� I am waiting for the last releases to put out a version that won�t be obsolete in 2 days� Talked yesterday with my dealer and the items should be coming in next week or so� Crossing fingers. J�� Due to the length of the new guide the file has been split in 2, around 40 pages each.
� Personal statement:� Well sorry for the delay in writing anything.� I got busy with finals, then during Summer I always take time off from the computer.� Then the case of my laptop broke so I can�t use it easily (will be fixed soon hopefully).�� In any case I hope to be up to date soon enough and publish an updated version of the Reference Guide.
� REFERENCE GUIDE:� posted is outdated, will give notice here when the new one is up.�� Will include all the dolls that are out up until it is done.
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The Fall Line has now debuted, called
Graphic Flirtation.� Following
Integrity�s request dealers will accept orders starting
� Fashion Royalty Convention at MFD:��� Cosmetic Take-Over Convention.� INFO HERE
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MFD Exclusive doll info (as stated in MFD
official email):� Conventioneers will have the first opportunity to
purchase the exclusive Girl of the Moment Veronique at our special Convention
Sale event held at My Favorite Doll the morning of November 13th. (Limit is one
per person.)� Our showroom will be open
to the general public in the afternoon (Nov 13th) and Girl of the Moment Veronique
will be available for sale. Limit one per person. (We also reserve the right to
limit the sale of this doll to one per household or group.)� On-line
customers will be able to order this doll beginning Saturday November 20th at
� Updated REFERENCE GUIDE is now up, it features the just released dolls and a makeup/hair table guide.
� Randal Craig � maker of the RTW line � of exclusive high couture fashions that fit FR is the featured artist today at THE PINK PARLOR. A preview of his upcoming collection is now posted.
� On Friday, look for the updated reference guide featuring the just released dolls and a makeup/hair table guide.
� Haute Luxuries will be shipping now around July 2004.� LINK TO NEWS PAGE
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PP, Luminescence & Pearlescence
arrived yesterday!� THEY
Pictures: �������������
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� A couple of things have been found wrong with the guide, a list of them are in the Terms page that has the link to the PDF.� If you find any mistakes, please let me know so I can fix them before my next update.
� I will do the next update of the Guide once I have Power Play fashion and Lumininescene in hand.
� STAIN WARNING:� Many have been asking if any outfits or accessories have stains so I will keep a list of things found here for reference.� If you find anything staining please let me know.� Known so far:
� Black Robe of Adele Close Up (even with the plastic inserts to prevent staining it stains the dolls.
� Chic escape shoe laces stained a silkstone�s legs.
� Power Play arrived today at DD&CT and Katy�s they are currently working on its shipping.� Please don�t bug them so we can get them soon. J�
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Many stores in the
� REFERENCE GUIDE UPDATE:�� Check the Reference Guide page in this website for more info.
� For those wanting to see the FR in the Cover of the first FDQ magazine.� CLICK HERE
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The
reference guide featuring the first year and index of this year�s spring
collection will be available shortly.� I
am having a collector friend look it over to see if I made any mistakes.� For those that volunteer to take a look to
correct it as well contact me at the w club forum (username mandy4384)�
Overview of how the guide will work:�
I am separating the booklet by year, at the end of each year I will
revise the index adding the new year, the checklist of dolls at the end of the
booklet and I will add said year as a continuation of the book (picking up the
page numbers were I left).� Each year
will have several sections.� First I will
go over packing and special things that are common to all dolls, like hand
tags, clothing tags, shoe boxes, this is to document
in case the style of this things changes from year to year.� Then I will do a body review overview,� if it is the same
body from a previous year I will refer you to the first review (I will not be
repeating myself).� Then I will go over
each collection.� Each collection will
have a first page showing all the dolls in the collection and then one page per
item.� In that page there will be: name
of the item, reference number, retail price, current market price, it was an
exclusive or not/store sold, number of pieces in the edition, a detail list of
all the individual pieces the item has, the picture that Integrity has in the
gallery, an NRFB picture, close up of the jewelry, close up of the doll�s face
if it is a doll and a picture that shoes all the items that make up the ensamble also a close up picture of small accessories that
don�t show so well in the general picture.�
I will also include the title of the story card and the code that the
certificate has.� If you have any
questions, comments or suggestions about the booklet please email me now, since
it is the moment for me to fix it.
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Magma Heritage has Pearlescene
& Luminiescence in.� Pictures of the actual dolls in his website: http://www.magmaheritage.com/ Thanks!
� R&D Should be getting the dolls this week.
� The Reference guide is almost complete, will be published at the end of the week!�
� I was informed that before the Mauve catalogue there was a premiere collection one.� For those of you interested in knowing these details.
� Soon I will try to post a Featured in page in which all the articles or commercials about FR that have been printed in doll magazines will be compiled.� I will be giving maganize name and volume number as well as a brief overview of what to expect of them.� No excerpts or pictures.
� Rumor Mill: The four exclusives will fall as the Exclusive Representatives Collection allotment fell.� 1-MFD, 2-DD&CT/Katy,� 1-R&D� This is a rumor of course and nothing is confirmed but the fact that DD&CT/Katy will have one for now.� Stay tuned�
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A few days ago, I received a paper catalogue
with the Mauve Absolue and Exclusive Representative
collections featured in it.� The
catalogue is gorgeous.� If you want to
receive it and be in the official announcement email list for the FR dolls,
follow this LINK to be added.�
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I have learned as well that the exclusive
Veronique doll Haute Luxuries is now sold out.
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Someone asked integrity and they informed that
there will be 4 exclusive dolls this year.�
One of them is Haute Luxuries, there is another exclusive being rumored
for Doll Dreams & Katy�s (details still not known).
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The IFDC convention this year will feature
another Fashion Royalty exclusive doll.�
The waiting list for this doll is already past the #100 number, there
will be no absentee packages sold.� If
you want this doll, you will have to attend convention,
it is not guaranteed that those in the list will receive a doll. For
information about the convention CLICK
HERE.� I am sorry I didn�t inform
about this list sooner, it filled out overnight, Jim Faraone
posted about it in several chat room boards so I knew the information was
distributed everywhere.
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All of those in the Integrity FR email list
should have received an email with info on how to order Haute Luxurie.
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In the new issue of Haute Doll Magazine, there
is an amazing article about the fashion royalty dolls (several pages
long).� In it, they mention the
possibility of a man doll being introduced in the line� �
Thanks Todd for the info!� -�
There will be an exclusive Veronique Released for the Haute Doll Magazine
(same publisher as Barbie Bazaar), her name Haute Luxurie.� Her price tag $149.99 plus shipping,
international orders are welcomed. To order mail, fax or call � phone number is
262-658-1004.� Fax number: 262-658-0433.� You can also mail in orders but I think those
will not get there in time.� Limited edition of 500 pieces, max of 2 per customer. Store
open from
����������� The 2004 Spring Collections have debuted.� They are the Sheer Perfection Collection, which features the Original Body Sculpt and the FR Voyages Collection, which has the new Expressive Body that has 15 points of articulation. The Sheer Perfection collection features the new Asian girl: Kyori Sato. Both collections are almost sold out as pre-orders.� The basic Kyori (Geisha) is sold out in every store, but one. Those still looking for dolls a list has been compiled and is updated regularly. Check �span> link�� (updated March 14, 2004 ->� this list is now somewhat old, basically most of the stores still have sand luggage, adeles and a trench coat, some have several Vero dolls, Kyori Geisha and RBW and Shanghai are sold out everywhere, maybe Susan still has some but unlikely�)
Looking for �04 pictures:�� Check the Links section for the FR website and actual doll Toy Fair pictures, 3 links to check in total.