Poppy Parker goes on a Mystery Date: part II: Ski and Beach Dates!

Continuing the presentation of the Poppy Parker® Loves Mystery Date series here are the rest of the two-doll gift sets based on the dates from the vintage board game: Skiing Date and Beach Date. Just like the previous two sets, you open the door and find out which date is waiting. Is it the date Poppy expects? Or "The Stud"? The special “mystery” figure is inserted at random throughout these sets. Whether you opt for the Ski or Beach date gift sets, you have a 1 in 16 chance that Poppy’s date isn’t the beau from the set, but instead "The Stud", a scrappy young man who is not what Poppy expects. Remember that there are only 500 of this guy produced, so this means that 125 are inserted at random in each group of 2000 sets per date and may replace Poppy's intended date without warning. Remember that the lotteries for these two sets will be open for W Club members after the ones for the first two sets end.

*REMINDERS FROM INTEGRITY TOYS*

• Important! Nobody at Integrity knows which sets contain the “mystery” Stud figure; it will be a surprise upon receipt. We will not be able to confirm which you will receive in advance, nor do any trades or replacements whether or not you get the “traditional” set date or "The Stud". Note that each figure in the sets is packaged individually inside the main package to make trading with other collectors easier;

• The Poppy Parker dolls are consistent with the set theme;

• Whether you enter one or all of the lotteries for these gift sets, again note that the “mystery” Stud figures are inserted at random. This means that if you buy all four sets, you might get him once, twice, three times, four times, or none at all. This is completely random and out of Integrity Toys' or the W Club's control as discussed above;

• The original board game, while referenced on the packaging, is not included with the various gift sets. Also, please see the photos to see what accessories will and won’t be included should you get the “mystery” Stud date figure.

• Each Set Comes Packaged In Exclusive, Custom Designed Packaging Featuring A Functional Mystery Door And Artwork From The Original 1960s Board Game!

Item # 77204

Ski Date

Two-Doll Gift Set

Poppy Parker® Loves Mystery Date™

Adult Collectible

Edition Size: 2000 Gift Sets

Expected Ship Date: Mid-to-Late Summer 2022

Head Sculpts: Poppy Parker and Bellamy Blue (Ski Date) OR Kieron Morel (mystery Stud figure)

Body Type: PP 1.5 and FR Homme 1.5

Poppy Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle Feet

Skin Tone: FR White (Poppy) and Japan (Ski Date) OR FR White (Stud)

Hair Color: Strawberry Blond (Poppy) and Black (Ski Date) OR Black (Stud)

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied (Poppy only)

MSRP: $275 + S & H

Special W Club Price*: $240 + S & H

Sales method: This is being sold to W Club members via a W Club right-to-buy lottery offer. Should any product remain after fully placing the lottery, it would then be made available to the public and for purchasing extras at the MSRP.

*Special W Club pricing is limited to one per membership

Included:

Ski Date Poppy Parker Doll

Total edition size 2000 dolls.

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

Totally scrumptious, retro snow outfit composed of bright chartreuse stretch pants, an aqua turtleneck, and an adorable snow jacket with faux-fur trim;

Ski boots;

Newly designed retro ski set with functional metal bindings;

Cool sunglasses;

Ski poles;

Stud earrings;

Pair of "gloved" hands;

Alternate pair of regular (non-gloved) Poppy Parker hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

And

Ski Date Fashion Figure

Total edition size of 1875 Ski Date figures.

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with flocked hair;

Custom printed ski sweater;

Orange long sleeved mock turtleneck;

Black stretch thermal pants;

Bright orange headband;

Black socks;

Black ski boots with yellow boot laces;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "gloved" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

OR

The Stud (ultra-limited alternate figure!)

Total edition size of 500 figures (125 per gift set style) 1 in 16 chance of getting this figure instead of the Ski Date above, inserted at random!

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted and partially flocked hair;

Custom printed, "faux-stained" effect mechanic's pants, directly inspired by the vintage board game's visuals;

Long-sleeved sweater;

White tank top;

Faux-suede construction boots;

Wrench accessory;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

Each set includes one certificate of authenticity.

This is the second of my two favourite sets, the first being the Bowling one. I love both dolls and their outfits, plus the accessories are the best of the bunch: skis and batons and ski boots! Pity that Bellamy (always handsome, even though the flocked black hair is not his best look) does not have a pair of skis as well. His orange turtleneck should have been made like Poppy’s at the neck. His striped sweater is printed (custom print made by Alain), as it would have been nearly impossible to make this knitted in doll scale for such a large batch. This Poppy reminds me of the IT Airways Poppy Parker, both the doll and the outfit that has a similar colour palette. If you want photos of The Stud, check Part I of the Mystery Date posts. I think this is one of the most popular sets.

Item # 77205

Beach Date

Two-Doll Gift Set

Poppy Parker® Loves Mystery Date™

Adult Collectible

Edition Size:

2000 Gift Sets

Expected Ship Date:

Mid-to-Late Summer 2022

Head Sculpts: Poppy Parker and Milo Montez (Beach Date) OR Kieron Morel (mystery Stud figure)

Body Type: PP 1.5 and FR Homme 1.5

Poppy Foot Sculpt: High-heeled

Skin Tone: Hungarian (Poppy) and FR White (Beach Date) OR FR White (Stud)

Hair Color: Dark Brunette (Poppy) and Sand Blond (Beach Date) OR Black (Stud)

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied (Poppy only)

MSRP: $275 + S & H

Special W Club Price*: $240 + S & H

Sales method: This is being sold to W Club members via a W Club right-to-buy lottery offer. Should any product remain after fully placing the lottery, it would then be made available to the public and for purchasing extras at the MSRP.

*Special W Club pricing is limited to one per membership

Included:

Beach Date Poppy Parker Doll

Total edition size 2000 dolls.

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

Colorful striped bikini;

Terrycloth beach cover-up;

Straw hat with white chiffon tie/scarf;

Matching terrycloth bag;

Platform sandals;

Pair of hoop earrings;

3 bangle bracelets;

Cat-eyed sunglasses;

Miniature transistor radio accessory;

Pair of regular Poppy Parker hands;

Alternate pair of "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

And

Beach Date Fashion Figure

Total edition size of 1875 Beach Date figures.

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted hair;

Matching, custom printed Hawaiian shirt and shorts set;

Navy blue flip flops;

Colorful striped beach towel;

Custom printed beach cooler/bag;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

OR

The Stud (ultra-limited alternate figure!)

Total edition size of 500 figures (125 per gift set style) 1 in 16 chance of getting this figure instead of the "Beach Date" above, inserted at random!

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted and partially flocked hair;

Custom printed, "faux-stained" effect mechanic's pants, directly inspired by the vintage board game's visuals;

Long-sleeved sweater;

White tank top;

Faux-suede construction boots;

Wrench accessory;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

Each set includes one certificate of authenticity.

This is the set with less value for money of all the sets of this collection. The outfits are simple and basic (swimwear), the accessories nothing to write home about (the straw hat looks like the Funny Face one, the portable radio and the cooler are cute but not on a par with the skis and boots and batons etc), so for me, it was a no from the get go. Poppy looks like a few of her previous incarnations, although for me it brought Sunshine Games Poppy to mind. Not fond of that one, not fond of this one either. Milo is probably in his worst ever iteration here, plus I already have two versions of him, so it it enough. Love the print of his swimwear though, it looks amazing (Alain for the rescue!). his coif looks too helmet-like, no? As for the stud…

IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototypes shown, final product may vary. The alternate male figure is included at random, there is one chance in 16 of receiving this figure instead of the beach date figure. The acrylic blocks shown in some of the photographs are display props only and are not included with the gift set. These collectibles are meant for adult collectors ages 15 and up only.

All text and information contained herein is copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC 2022 and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. Poppy Parker and all other character marks followed by ™ or ® are trademarks of Integrity Toys, Inc. Chesapeake City MD USA 21915. All rights reserved. MYSTERY DATE is the copyright of HASBRO and is used under permission. ©HASBRO The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved.

Photography by Bill Peck and Shaunessey Smith. Layouts and graphics by Alain Tremblay, Marketing.

Poppy Parker goes on a Mystery Date: part I - Formal Dance and Bowling Date!

A few days ago, W Club members got an invitation for a “slumber party event presentation:. People wandered why the slumber party theme, but many correctly guessed that it was related to Poppy. And since the much talked about pet project of David Buttry, Poppy Parker designer extraordinaire was mentioned in some of the latest online presentations, one could easily connect the dots. Sure enough, when Carol, Alain and David, in their PJs (Alain in a hooded top reminding us of Star Wars, since he was in front of his gorgeous related display) with their pillows, appeared and begun explaining the new collection, it was an Integrity Toys collaboration with Hasbro: Poppy Parker Loves Mystery Date.

Inspired by the classic board game from 1965 where players are preparing to go on a Mystery Date, the Poppy Parker® Loves Mystery Date series includes four two-doll gift sets based on the dates from the vintage board game: Skiing, Bowling, Beach and Formal Dance dates. But, this series comes with a twist: Get one of the special edition sets and Poppy Parker might be accompanied by an elusive “Mystery Date” instead of her expected beau. When you open the door to find out which date is waiting. it could be the date Poppy expects, or "The Stud" (the dud of the original game). A special “mystery” figure is inserted at random throughout these sets. Alain has done an incredible job with the packaging again, combining the original board game illustrations with the Poppy Parker box - there is even the door hiding the guy!

The concept follows that of the game, where four girls were collecting their outfit’s pieces and, when it was complete, could open the white door to find out their date. It could be any of four different “appropriate” guys or the “dud”, a guy dressed. plainly. How it translates to dolly world? Whether you opt for the Formal Dance, Bowling, Ski, or Beach date gift sets, you have a 1 in 16 chance that Poppy’s date isn’t the beau from the set, but instead "The Stud", an otherwise handsome, scrappy guy dressed as if going to fix his motorbike. There are only 500 of this guy produced over all the sets; this means that 125 are inserted at random in each group of 2000 sets per date and may replace Poppy's intended date without warning. The sets are going to be available through W Club-only "right-to-buy" lotteries. Two sets lotteries will be done now and the next two sets lotteries will be done after the first ones are completed.

*REMINDERS FROM INTEGRITY TOYS*

• Important! Nobody at Integrity knows which sets contain the “mystery” Stud figure; it will be a surprise upon receipt. We will not be able to confirm which you will receive in advance, nor do any trades or replacements whether or not you get the “traditional” set date or "The Stud". Note that each figure in the sets is packaged individually inside the main package to make trading with other collectors easier;

• The Poppy Parker dolls are consistent with the set theme;

• Whether you enter one or all of the lotteries for these gift sets, again note that the “mystery” Stud figures are inserted at random. This means that if you buy all four sets, you might get him once, twice, three times, four times, or none at all. This is completely random and out of Integrity Toys' or the W Club's control as discussed above;

• The original board game, while referenced on the packaging, is not included with the various gift sets. Also, please see the photos to see what accessories will and won’t be included should you get the “mystery” Stud date figure.

• Each Set Comes Packaged In Exclusive, Custom Designed Packaging Featuring A Functional Mystery Door And Artwork From The Original 1960s Board Game!

I have no recollection of the board game from when I was I kid, even though we got most of the popular board games from the US translated into Greek. None of its versions ever graced the Greek shops, so there is no nostalgia element for me here, apart from the gorgeous illustrations of the original version, that remind me classic 50s - 60s illustrators like Al Parker, Coby Whitmore and Gerry Fancett among others. You can still get the original game, in a repackaged tin box version. What I don’t get, and Integrity should have been more forthcoming on this, instead of a quick “this is a licensed product, hence not much freedom for modifications” comment, is why are all the dolls white people. Why not have black, asian, latin, native people making up the couples? One of the later versions of the game had such a variety in the illustrations, so Hasbro definitely has done that. It is 2022 people, there is simply no excuse. I find it hard to believe that a big company like Hasbro would make a fuss about skin tones in 2022. And if there was a glitch about this in the licensing process, maybe it is the wrong license to get, regardless of the sentimental/nostalgia factor involved. There could even be a gay couple (we have a 50s one in East 59th, why not a 60s one here?). I’d rather see that than pyjama party shenanigans from Integrity. They have a name to look up to.

Item # 77202

Formal Dance Date

Two-Doll Gift Set

Poppy Parker® Loves Mystery Date™

Adult Collectible

Edition Size: 2000 Gift Sets

Expected Ship Date: Mid-to-Late Summer 2022

Head Sculpts: Poppy Parker and Chip Farnsworth V. 1.0 (Formal Dance Date) OR Kieron Morel (mystery Stud figure)

Body Type: PP 1.5 and FR Homme 1.5

Poppy Foot Sculpt: High-heeled

Skin Tone: FR White (Poppy) and Japan (Formal Dance Date) OR FR White (Stud)

Hair Color: Honey Blond (Poppy) and Lemon Blond (Formal Dance Date) OR Black (Stud)

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied (Poppy only)

MSRP: $275 + S & H

Special W Club Price*: $240 + S & H

Sales method: This is being sold to W Club members via a W Club right-to-buy lottery offer. Should any product remain after fully placing the lottery, it would then be made available to the public and for purchasing extras at the MSRP.

*Special W Club pricing is limited to one per membership

Included:

Formal Dance Poppy Parker Doll

Total edition size 2000 dolls.

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

Romantic hot pink ball gown with glittered tulle overlay, ruffled hem, and narrow shoulder straps;

Faux-fur shoulder wrap/stole;

"Pearl" necklace and matching earrings;

Hot pink rose corsage accessory;

Hot pink satin clutch purse;

Hot pink open-toe heels;

Pair of "gloved" hands with opera-length sleeves;

Alternate pair of regular (non-gloved) Poppy Parker hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

And

Formal Dance Date Fashion Figure

Total edition size of 1875 Formal Dance Date figures.

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted and partially flocked hair;

Formal dinner jacket, black pants, and pleated white shirt;

Hot pink cummerbund and bow tie;

High-shine black patent pleather shoes;

Black evening socks;

Magnetized red rose boutonniere;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

OR

The Stud (ultra-limited alternate figure!)

Total edition size of 500 figures (125 per gift set style) 1 in 16 chance of getting this figure instead of the Formal Dance Date above, inserted at random!

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted and partially flocked hair;

Custom printed, "faux-stained" effect mechanic's pants, directly inspired by the vintage board game's visuals;

Long-sleeved sweater;

White tank top;

Faux-suede construction boots;

Wrench accessory;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

Each set includes one certificate of authenticity.

The first gift set consists of a rendition of Baby It’s You release: that was the debut of Chip in the storyline. This version of him looks a lot like a colour variation of the original, although with his exaggerated pompadour and pale skin tone, he would fit better as Chevalier Danceny in Dangerous Liaisons. Poppy is playing Barbie - and she nearly looks better, although the gown is rather plain. The set is rather lacking in accessories compared to others in this collection.

The Stud is rather fetching for a “dud”, isn’t he? I would not mind getting him instead of some of the guys offered. Especially considering I do not have this sculpt in my collection yet. If only he was wearing overalls instead of this ghastly pair of jeans. And s toolbox would have been a nice addition, making him more equal to the other guys in terms of accessories.

Item # 77203

Bowling Date

Two-Doll Gift Set

Poppy Parker® Loves Mystery Date™

Adult Collectible

Edition Size:

2000 Gift Sets

Expected Ship Date:

Mid-to-Late Summer 2022

Head Sculpts: Poppy Parker and Cabot Clark (Bowling Date) OR Kieron Morel (mystery Stud figure)

Body Type: PP 1.5 and FR Homme 1.5

Poppy Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle Feet

Skin Tone:Japan (Poppy) and FR White (Bowling Date) OR FR White (Stud)

Hair Color: Brown (Poppy) and Dark Auburn (Bowling Date) OR Black (Stud)

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied (Poppy only)

MSRP: $275 + S & H

Special W Club Price*: $240 + S & H

Sales method: This is being sold to W Club members via a W Club right-to-buy lottery offer. Should any product remain after fully placing the lottery, it would then be made available to the public and for purchasing extras at the MSRP.

*Special W Club pricing is limited to one per membership

Included:

Bowling Date Poppy Parker Doll

Total edition size 2000 dolls.

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

Bright red knitted sweater;

Custom printed bowling shirt;

Purple scarf;

Black knee-length pleated skirt;

Pair of cloisonne stud earrings;

White bobby socks;

Bowling shoes;

Pencil accessory;

Two miniature bottles of Poppy's favorite soft drinks with straws;

Miniature bowling ball and faux-leather carrying bag;

Pair of regular Poppy Parker hands;

Alternate pair of "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

And

Bowling Date Fashion Figure

Total edition size of 1875 Bowling Date figures.

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted and partially flocked hair;

Tan, zippered varsity-style jacket;

Bright red polo-style shirt;

Tobacco slim fitted trousers;

Matching tobacco socks;

Pair of eyeglasses;

Pair of bowling shoes;

Miniature bowling ball and faux-leather carrying bag;

Paper scorecard accessory;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

OR

The Stud (ultra-limited alternate figure!)

Total edition size of 500 figures (125 per gift set style) 1 in 16 chance of getting this figure instead of the Bowling Date above, inserted at random!

12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with rooted and partially flocked hair;

Custom printed, "faux-stained" effect mechanic's pants, directly inspired by the vintage board game's visuals;

Long-sleeved sweater;

White tank top;

Faux-suede construction boots;

Wrench accessory;

Pair of regular male hands;

Pair of alternate "grip" hands;

Custom-designed doll stand inspired by the vintage token stands included with the vintage board game;

Each set includes one certificate of authenticity.

This is one of my two favourite sets - both for the dolls and their outfits and accessories. Poppy is adorable in her bowling attire, Cabot as well and the bags with the bowling balls are simply gorgeous. Their shoes are fantastic and the soda bottles are the cherry on top. They look amazing together. Poppy reminds me a bit of Co-ed Cutie Poppy. David said that all Poppy dolls of this collection have the Bergdorf screening but with the vintage eyebrows.

SPECIAL W CLUB PRICE $240 + SHIPPING AND HANDLING

If you enter and are selected, the total price per gift set will be $240 + Shipping and Handling. RTB lottery winners will be expected to pay a $50 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit per doll by April 29th, 2022 at Noon Eastern time to reserve their pre-orders. The balance of $190 + shipping and handling will be due when the dolls arrive approximately in mid-to-late Summer 2022.

PUBLIC PURCHASING

More information on public purchasing, if any dolls remain, will be sent after the lottery has ended.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototypes shown, final product may vary. The alternate male figure is included at random, there is one chance in 16 of receiving this figure instead of the formal date figure. The acrylic blocks shown in some of the photographs are display props only and are not included with the gift set. These collectibles are meant for adult collectors ages 15 and up only.

All photos and information contained herein is copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC 2022 and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. Poppy Parker and all other character marks followed by ™ or ® are trademarks of Integrity Toys, Inc. Chesapeake City MD USA 21915. All rights reserved. MYSTERY DATE is the copyright of HASBRO and is used under permission. ©HASBRO The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved.

Photography by Bill Peck and Shaunessey Smith. Layouts and graphics by Alain Tremblay, Marketing.

Integrity Toys Obsession Convention 2021 Day 1: The Welcome doll is Vanessa!

Just like last year, the Integrity Toys convention was held virtually, on the web, due to the ongoing pandemic. Unlike last year, W Club event ticket holders (like me) could not attend the rest of the convention events. So it was less fun than 2020, but it probably helped make the whole experience more smooth and glitch free for everyone.

This year's theme was Obsessed, which, per IT, “explores what truly defines our obsession for fashion, couture, makeup, and everything that is connected to the world of beauty, seen through the eyes and styling of the Integrity Toys design team!” This was a free pass for IT designers to create whatever dolls they wanted, but the result was a lack of cohesion and a mixed bag of offerings. While it helped the designers make some unusual and bold choices, it resulted in some dolls having a less than warm welcome from collectors, attendees or not, even when designed by IT’s enfant gâté Jessy Ayala.

Another sore point is the availability of the dolls presented to attendees. Integrity Toys stated that they did not have the dolls available for shipping until “likely sometime in January / February.” Having in mind that people were receiving 2020 convention dolls even in November, it looks like delays are becoming a permanent part of the experience. I wonder how would this go across in a live event - can you imagine not having the dolls to hand over to attendees in a live convention? And since these troubles are not going away soon, I am betting that next year’s convention will be held virtually too, regardless of the situation with the pandemic. The uncertainty over shipping schedules affects everything worldwide and will not be restored very soon.

On with the dolls - and first up is the Welcome Gift Set. Main convention ticket holders had already received a package swag that was sent as a surprise, with a set of replacement hands and a doll sized make up kit, plus the convention lanyard and badge.The welcome gift set was designed by Mark Tinkey - here’s what he had to say about it:

"I wanted to think of NU. Fantasy in a different way for this gift set, the fantasy life of a doll made real. I was inspired by the dolls I grew up wishing I could own as a kid and YouTube videos of people obsessed with being living dolls. You'll notice oversized jewelry and details that feel doll-like, but still incredibly chic. My own love of doll gift sets and what I would want as a collector also heavily influenced this set. I wanted this to be a fantasy of mix and match play with a gorgeous doll as its main feature. I hope you have as much fun playing with this set as I had designing it for you!" -

Item # 75031

A Doll's Life

Vanessa Perrin™ Welcome Gift Set

The 2021 Integrity Toys Convention: Obsession

The NU. Fantasy™ Collection

Edition Size: 1300

*Only for Main Convention Package Holders*

Head Sculpt: Vanessa 3.0

Body Type: FR 6.0

Foot Sculpt: High-heeled

Skin Tone: FR White

Hair Color: Light Blonde and Platinum Mix

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

I was not expecting Mark Tinkey to design the welcome doll but he did a good job. First problem is that she looks too much like a watered down version of Smoke & Shadows Vanessa that he designed as well. Second problem (always for me): she is almost a Barbie clone. The styling, the choice of clothing and accessories, is too much like the Barbiestyle dolls. And I do not get why she is under the Nu Fantasy line. This line is almost always about known mythical or fairy tale characters reinterpreted in a modern fashion. Maybe it is Vanessa’s fantasy of living like Barbie, LOL. Having in mind his brilliant work at the two Coven Couture dolls and his previous creative work, this feels a bit underwhelming.

The gold gown is a reinterpretation of a Valentino Haute Couture one from 2020. It is probably the fabric that makes a poor translation in doll scale. The black ruffle top could be from a number of designers (Saint Laurent, Vauthier, McQueen, Herrera, De La Renta, Valli, to name a few) but the closer one I could find was a Valentino from 2020 again. The fur coat is a classic - from YSL in the 70s till today and so many others. I love the versatility this giftset offers and the variety of styles and accessories - can’t wait to see how it is packaged.

The dolls is really pretty but not exceptional, especially following at the heels of Smoke and Shadow Vanessa. She reminds me a lot of how Nicole Kidman looked in Nine Perfect Strangers, which is not my cup of tea at all.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototypes shown, final production may vary. Acrylic blocks in the accessory pictures are display props only and are not included with the doll. For adult collectors ages 15 and up only.

All photos and information contained herein is copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC 2021 and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. FASHION ROYALTY, POPPY PARKER, NU. FACE, EAST 59TH, THE INDUSTRY, THE MONARCHS HOMME, METEOR, NU. FANTASY and all other character marks followed by ™ or ® are trademarks of Integrity Toys, Inc. Chesapeake City MD USA 21915. All rights reserved. The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved. Doll Photography by Bill Peck and Shaunessey Smith ; Layouts and graphics by Alain Tremblay, Marketing.

She's the one that we want: the 4th W Club doll for the 2020 mebership year is revealed!

The W Club membership year ends in February, so that means that the two remaining dolls will be making their appearance this months - and so the 4th club doll was revealed. It is not surprising it is a Poppy Parker, since we get two of them as club dolls each year. The surprise (well, kind of) was that it was a two doll gift set and that it is Grease - inspired! With a bit of Barbie in it too. More of this later, let’s see what the amazing designer David Buttry did in homage to good and bad Sandy. The price is more than we have paid in the past for a two-doll Poppy set - even a three doll one!

Item # 77188

Sugar & Spice

Poppy Parker™ Duo-Doll Gift Set

The Poppy Parker™ Collection

2020 W Club Exclusive

Limited Edition: TBD

Estimated Arrival: Summer 2021

Retail Price: $225.00

Head Sculpt: Poppy Parker

Body Type: PP 1.5

Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle and High-heeled

Skin Tone: FR White (Both Dolls)

Hair Color: Light Blond and Platinum

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

Included:

Two 12-inch articulated dolls with rooted hair and hand-applied eyelashes;

Certificate of authenticity;

Sugar look:

Beaded cardigan and sleeveless bodysuit;

Poodle skirt with tulle petticoat;

Bobby socks;

Pink and white flat saddle shoes;

Straw bag;

Heart earrings and bangle bracelet;

Hair bow;

Pair of regular Poppy Parker hands;

Alternate pair of "slight hold" hands;

Acrylic doll stand and pole;

Spice look:

Black halter top with shoulder straps and polka-dot bow detail;

Black capris;

Faux-leather belt;

Pink satin bomber jacket with contrasting embroidery detail on the front and back;

Pink neck-scarf;

Black cat-eye sunglasses;

Black open-toe pumps;

Black clutch purse;

2 bracelets;

Mini-hoop earrings;

Fake cigarette accessory;

Pair of regular Poppy Parker hands;

Alternate pair of "slight hold" hands;

Acrylic doll stand and pole;

W Club Exclusive pre-order.

Participation Deadline: Jan 20th, 2021, 12 PM (Noon) Eastern Time.

Pricing (FOR W CLUB MEMBERS ONLY): $225.00 USD + S & H.

($30.00 NRD deposit due now, $195.00 + S & H due in approx. Summer 2021).

Final Edition Size: To be determined (will be based on all orders received).

Shipping Timing: Approximately Summer 2021.

Availability: 2020 W Club members only.

Pre-order Limit: Up to 1 gift set per membership.

I am a big fan of Grease, and Olivia Newton-John, since I was ten years old, when the film premiered in 1978. The homage David did here is absolutely gorgeous. Lots of lovely details, from the saddle shoes to the charm bracelet, from the cigarette and cat eye sunglasses to the Pink Dolls (Ladies in the film) jacket, the embroidery on the cardigan. Spice’s outfit also has a whiff of Michelle Pfeiffer’s Pink Lady one in Grease 2 (which was not that different from those of the original film). and the bust is a nod to the street-wise girl of the film, Rizzo Sugar on the other hand, while keeping the Sandy one style, is more related to Nifty Fifties Barbie (Soda Shop also sported a poodle skirt). The screening of Sugar screams I Love How You Love Me, while Spice has the Lady Luck screening - I do not own any of those two, so this is an added bonus. So now, after Farrah Fawcett, we got Olivia Newton-John, a second 70s icon for Poppy - who could be the third? How about a70s Cher tribute?

IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototypes shown, final product may vary. For adult collectors ages 15 and up only.. All photos and information contained herein is copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. ©2021 All rights reserved. POPPY PARKER and all other character marks followed by ™ or ® are trademarks of Integrity Toys, Inc., Chesapeake City MD USA 21915. ©2021 All rights reserved. The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved.

Doll Photography by Jayme Thornton. Layouts and graphics by Alain Tremblay, Marketing

Holiday season begins with Integrity Toys' Dolly Days!

The last few years, Integrity Toys’ Dolly-Days signal the start of the holiday season for fashion doll collectors. This year, despite the pandemic, they are here again to bring us various dolls and assorted items, lifting our spirits up and setting credit cards on fire. The first reveal, on Monday 15th of December is none other than Poppy Parker's frenemy Ginger Gilroy with her canine companion, Cinnamon. W Club members are given the exclusive guaranteed opportunity to pre-order the "Ginger & Cinnamon: Holiday At Home" IT Direct gift set, created by IT designer David Buttry. It does not count as one of the five (5) W Club exclusives promised at registration.

Item # 77194

Ginger & Cinnamon: Holiday At Home

Ginger Gilroy™ Dressed Doll Gift Set

The Poppy Parker Collection™

Limited Edition: TBD

Estimated Arrival: Late Spring/Early Summer 2021

Retail Price: $165.00

**IT DIRECT EXCLUSIVE PRE-ORDER**

Head Sculpt: Ginger

Body Type: PP 1.5

Foot Sculpt: Articulated Ankle

Skin Tone: FR White

Hair Color: Rich Red

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

Quickswitch: No

Included:

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

Lovely cream-colored satin top with faux-fur trim, worn over festive capri pants;

Matching kitten-heel satin mules;

Holiday theme brooch;

Jewelry set ("golden" bracelet with contrasting beads, 2 bangle bracelets, and mini-hoop earrings);

Ginger's pet dog, Cinnamon;

New! A cup of hot cocoa accessory;

New! Vintage portable record player accessory with removable legs;

Three vintage-inspired holiday records;

Pair of Poppy Parker hands;

Alternate pair of "slight hold" hands;

Doll stand;

Certificate of authenticity.

Having a Christmas Poppy is not unusual, but having Ginger is a first - we were expecting her to appear during Dolly Days as it was hinted at during the convention presentations. And here she is. Price slightly increased due to the accessories, although I would have preferred a second outfit in their place. The top is the only thing bothering me, as the fur trim looks out of scale for this garment and not very comfortable. Love the pants. I like the sculpt and this version, the second one ever, is beautiful. One pet peeve - why not a japan or cream tone with this hair colour? it would have made her so much more impressive! I have a dog like this already from other Poppy sets, so it does not make a difference to me, but the record player and records are simply adorable.

Offer Type: W Club only IT Direct pre-order.

Participation Deadline: January 5th, 2021, 12 PM (Noon) Eastern Time.

Pricing (FOR W CLUB MEMBERS ONLY): $165.00 USD + S & H.

($25.00 NRD deposit due now, $140.00 + S & H due upon arrival).

Final Edition Size: To be determined (will be based on all orders received).

Shipping Timing: Approximately late Spring, early Summer 2021.

Availability: 2020 W Club members only.

Pre-order Limit: Up to 1 gift set per membership.

The deadline to pre-order "Ginger & Cinnamon: Holiday At Home" gift set is Tuesday, January 5th, 2021 at

12 PM/Noon North American Eastern Time.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototype shown, final product may vary. For adult collectors ages 15 and up only. Some assembly required, instructions included.

All text and information contained herein is copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. ©2020 All rights reserved. POPPY PARKER and all other character marks followed by ™ or ® are trademarks of Integrity Toys, Inc., Chesapeake City MD USA 21915. ©2020 All rights reserved. The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved.

Doll Photography by Jayme Thornton. Layouts and graphics by Alain Tremblay, Marketing