Dolly Fridays 2: The TRUE™ Collection is unveiled - Industry reborn!

The 2nd Dolly Friday W Club presentation was about a full collection, the second one revealed this club year (after Poppy Parker’s Palm Springs), which could be a sign of things returning to a more regular pace after the disruptions experienced beginning in 2020. There were six dolls unveiled in total, from the brand new TRUE Collection, all created by IT designers David Buttry and Mark Tinkey. The line is a rebranding of Industry, with a bit of Dynamite Girls pizzaz thrown in. Two dolls are IT Direct lottery items, while the rest are available through official IT dealers. I like what David and Mark are doing here - the collection is cohesive and has a definite point of view, combining the various inspirations and influences in a strong and relatable manner. Some dolls tend to look cartoony, edging closer to Dynamite Girls than Industry, but that was to be expected. Let’s hope this iteration stays and does not need another revamp to sell.

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Dealer dolls:

Item # 88071

Very Necessary

Hollis Hughes™ Dressed Doll

The TRUE™ Collection

Edition Size: 800

Expected Ship Date: Late Summer 2023

MSRP: $165 + S & H

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

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Head Sculpt: Hollis

Body Type: TRUE/The Industry 1.0

Foot Sculpt: High-heeled & Articulated Ankle Foot

Skin Tone: FR Black

Hair Color: Dark Brown Mix

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

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The Story:

Top Model Hollis Hughes has been around the world and is a well-regarded voice in the Industry. She’s been brought onto the TRUE team to lend her expertise and knowledge to the brand and to make sure the company’s goals are kept on target. Irreverent, fierce, incredible and loyal are the words often used to describe Ms. Hughes.

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Included:

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

  • Cropped jacket;

  • Pleated denim pants with ruched waistband detail; 

  • Custom printed bra top; 

  • Sunglasses; 

  • Gold-tone bamboo style hoop earrings; 

  • Chain necklace with rhinestone pendant; 

  • Bangle bracelets; 

  • Blue pumps; 

  • Enamel flower brooch; 

  • Custom printed purse; 

  • Pair of long manicured hands;

  • Alternate pair of grip hands;

  • Pair of articulated flat foot lower legs;

  • Alternate pair of high-heeled lower legs;

  • Doll stand;

  • Certificate of authenticity.

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We first saw Hollis in Style Lab and she was a popular sculpt, so here she is again as a TRUE character. She has a lovely face and nice make up, but the hair is very play-line. Her outfit is a mix and match of many disparate things that kind of work. Nice to see a different shape for sunglasses. She looks the most adult of the bunch. Hollis, like all the other female dolls of the collection, comes with two pair of feet, high heeled and articulated flat feet, even though they have only one pair of shoes.

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Item # 88073

Big Love

Tulabelle True™ Dressed Doll

The TRUE™ Collection

Edition Size: 800

Expected Ship Date: Late Summer 2023

MSRP: $165 + S & H

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

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Head Sculpt: Tulabelle 2.0

Body Type: TRUE/The Industry 1.0

Foot Sculpt: High-heeled & Articulated Ankle Foot

Skin Tone: Sunkissed

Hair Color: Bright Pink

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

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The Story:

Through years of experience in the fashion industry, Tulabelle has taken on a new role as creative director at her own label. She’s a free-spirit who is as smart as she is fun. She’s ready to step out of the shadows of her well known family and become a success on her own merits.

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Included:

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

  • Printed bodysuit with ruched sleeve and bow detail;

  • Corduroy bibbed jumper with skirt;

  • Purple faux fur jacket;

  • Color blocked thigh high boots (made for flat foot lower leg);

  • Vintage style handbag;

  • Acrylic heart earrings;

  • Two finger rings;

  • Sunglasses;

  • Pair of long manicured hands;

  • Alternate pair of grip hands;

  • Pair of articulated flat foot lower legs;

  • Alternate pair of high-heeled lower legs;

  • Doll stand;

  • Certificate of authenticity.

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This is the first time that Tulabelle appears in a darker skin tone, at least in this sculpt version. I still cannot bring myself to like this sculpt - even though her resemblance to Ginger is stronger. The styling is very Gucci by Alessandro Michele and also has some Twiggy vibes. Awesome combination of colours throughout - and I love the miniature corduroy fabric. The boots are for the articulated flat feet she comes with, but of course one can use the high heeled feet to let her wear other styles.

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Item # 88085

Shut It Down

Liu Liu Ling™ Dressed Doll

The TRUE™ Collection

Edition Size: 800

Expected Ship Date: Late Summer 2023

MSRP: $165 + S & H

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

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Head Sculpt: Liu Liu

Body Type: TRUE/The Industry 1.0

Foot Sculpt: High-heeled & Articulated Ankle Foot

Skin Tone: FR White

Hair Color: Black

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

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The Story:

Close friend of Tulabelle and as a senior stylist of the TRUE brand, Liu Liu has built a reputation for being honest and direct with her friends and business associates, making her one of the most trusted and well-regarded people in the fashion industry. She’s one of Tulabelle’s biggest assets at the brand, and she knows it.

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Included:

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

  • Sheer checkered body suit; 

  • Custom printed crop top with short sleeves and ruffle detail; 

  • Low-rise corduroy wide leg pants; 

  • Red faux fur trapper hat;

  • Silver-tone "belt" chain;

  • Silver-tone drop earrings with enamel detail;

  • Two finger rings;

  • Two bangle bracelets;

  • One cuff bracelet;

  • Fox magnet brooch;

  • Crossbody tote bag;

  • Color blocked vintage inspired tennis shoes;

  • Sunglasses;

  • Pair of long manicured hands;

  • Alternate pair of grip hands;

  • Pair of articulated flat foot lower legs;

  • Alternate pair of high-heeled lower legs;

  • Doll stand;

  • Certificate of authenticity.

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Probably one of the best versions of this sculpt, Liu Liu looks fantastic here - especially her colourful outfit. It consists of various items that work well together but also will work great in other outfits. I love the quirky hat (fox pin included) - it transforms the whole ensemble. The shoes and earrings are also great accessories and will be easily worked in other outfits. Love the printed bag too - David said it is a custom print, as pretty much all of the prints of this collection. Her face is a bit cartoony with this screening, reminding me a lot of Mulan dolls, but that might also be part of her appeal.

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Item # 88076

Drop That Ish

Tate Tanaka™ Dressed Fashion Figure

The TRUE™ Collection

Edition Size: 800

Expected Ship Date: Late Summer 2023

MSRP: $165 + S & H

AVAILABLE ONLY FROM IT DEALERS

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Head Sculpt: Tate

Body Type: FR Homme 1.5

Skin Tone: Hungarian

Hair Color: Black Velvet Flocking

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The Story:

As a noted designer, entrepreneur, and boyfriend of Tulabelle, Tate Tanaka has taken on the role as head of design at TRUE. Leaning into his many connections and resources and model good looks, he’s determined to make the TRUE brand stand out from the crowd.

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Included:

  • 12.5-inch articulated fashion figure with flocked hair;

  • Orange corduroy cargo pants;

  • Gold-tone plaid shirt;

  • Matching teddy bear backpack;

  • Vintage inspired graphic tee;

  • Sleeveless distressed jean vest;

  • Necklace;

  • Finger ring (not pictured);

  • High top sneakers;

  • White sport socks;

  • Faux fur bucket hat;

  • Wristwatch;

  • Sunglasses;

  • Pair of regular male hands;

  • Alternate pair of grip hands;

  • Figure stand;

  • Certificate of authenticity.

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Tate is usually the most popular doll in any collection he’s part of, and this one is no exception. He has a fully flocked head here and it is his first with a darker skin tone- each of his previous iterations had pale skin. His outfit is awesome - the plaid shirt looks a lot like the famous Alicia Silverstone Clueless outfit (and Salvador Arriaga staple) and matches with a gorgeous teddy bear backpack! Awesomeness! Furry bucket hat, multicoloured sneakers, necklace, glasses and watch complete the layered look. The whole look has value for money and I wonder why we cannot have this combination of price/clothing items + accessories in other lines. I’m happy that I managed to be confirmed for him.

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IT Direct lottery dolls:

Item # 88072

Hurts Like Heaven

Jasper Jagger™ Dressed Doll

The TRUE™ Collection

Edition Size: 800

Expected Ship Date: Late Summer 2023

W CLUB ONLY IT DIRECT RIGHT-TO-BUY LOTTERY

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Head Sculpt: Jasper

Body Type: TRUE/The Industry 1.0

Foot Sculpt: High-heeled & Articulated Ankle Foot

Skin Tone: Japan

Hair Color: Light Blonde

Eyelashes: Yes, Hand-applied

MSRP: $165 + S & H

Special W Club RTB Winner Price*: $150 + S & H

(For RTB winners only, a $50 non-refundable deposit will be due before Feb. 3rd).

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

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The Story:

Socialite Jasper Jagger has done a lot in a very short amount of time. From being a part of her family’s media empire to creating her own popular cosmetic line at 20, this has all made her a known social media darling. She and Tulabelle are very close but have also been known to have their very public disagreements but no matter what, she’s been there for her bestie… for the most part.

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Included:

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

  • Colorful camo print bubble dress with drawstring detail and matching panties;

  • Anorak style jacket with hood and "True" branded trim;

  • Baby blue printed T-shirt;

  • Knee high buckled platform boots with back zipper;

  • Rhinestone choker;

  • Pink painted hoop earrings;

  • Red painted skull ring with rhinestone detail;

  • Crossbody bag;

  • Sunglasses;

  • Pair of long manicured hands;

  • Alternate pair of grip hands;

  • Pair of articulated flat foot lower legs;

  • Alternate pair of high-heeled lower legs;

  • Doll stand;

  • Certificate of authenticity.

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Contrary to many collectors, I never liked Jasper. I find the sculpt not only cartoony but also weird looking. This version does not change that. She does have a gorgeous outfit though: a fantastic hooded anorak (that I would wear myself), a beautiful bubble hemmed dress over a printed aqua t-shirt, platform gladiator boots and great jewellery (including a scull ring). I hope to be able to find that anorak at one point.

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Item # 88074

Mr. Brightside

Auden Adler™ Dressed Fashion Figure

The TRUE™ Collection

Edition Size: 800

Expected Ship Date: Late Summer 2023

W CLUB ONLY IT DIRECT RIGHT-TO-BUY LOTTERY

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Head Sculpt: Auden 1.0

Body Type: FR Homme 1.5

Skin Tone: FR White

Hair Color: Golden Blonde

MSRP: $165 + S & H

Special W Club RTB Winner Price*: $150 + S & H

(For RTB winners only, a $50 non-refundable deposit will be due before Feb. 3rd).

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

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The Story:

Auden Adler is a fixture at fashion shows every season. Starting off as a top fashion blogger, known for his exceptional good looks, and whip smart writing style, he’s now known for being one of the most influential fashion writers in the business. Not bad for someone who was once only known as the “Most Beautiful Boy”.

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Included:

  • 12.5-inch articulated figure with rooted hair;

  • Custom knit striped sweater;

  • Distressed green jeans;

  • Brown corduroy jacket;

  • Printed tote bag;

  • "Leather" Oxford shoes;

  • Ash grey socks;

  • Gold-tone chain necklace;

  • Heart finger ring;

  • Head scarf;

  • Sunglasses;

  • Pair of regular male hands;

  • Alternate pair of grip hands;

  • Figure stand;

  • Certificate of authenticity;

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Auden was always one of the first dolls to sell out whenever Dynamite Girls dolls were unveiled. He returns here as an homage to the Warhol superstar actor Joe D’Alessandro, a very handsome guy that was part of the Warhol inner circle back in the late 60s and early 70s. He does indeed look like him in his prime, and the outfit channels early 70s hippie style transformed into modern dressing fare. For me, he was an instant reminder of a childhood comic figure, Blek Le Roc, an American hunter from the revolutionary era. I already have two gorgeous blonde Audens, so will skip this lottery. His sweater’s back is cyan (due to having an opening to facilitate his dressing). Love both the corduroy jacket (the scale is awesome) and the distressed effect on the pants.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Prototypes shown, final product may vary. This collectible is 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 2023 and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. TRUE, THE INDUSTRY, FASHION ROYALTY 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.

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

Fashion Fairytale: Integrity Toys 2017 Convention part 3 - Style Lab Collection The Industry goes to Wonderland

The Style Lab this year marks a major change. No more CI dolls but in their place, The Industry makes its first convention appearance and some Poppy Parker dolls are added to the mix. I wonder if the Poppies have The Industry body as well, which would be logical since they are part of this collection. The designs are inspired by Alice In Wonderland. As per usual, each doll in the Style Lab is sold nude and outfits are sold separately. Again the group as a whole is underwhelming, especially considering both the general theme but also Wonderland. Some of the fashions do rise above the rest but they are the exception that proves the rule. Pet peeve: why do they describe male dolls as figures? They are dolls, simple as that. Now, shall we go down the rabbit hole?

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Item # 88015

Tulabelle True™ Nude Doll

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88025

I'm Curious (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

 (Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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Integrity had done most of the popular fairytales in their Nu Face line, with Wonderland in IFDC 2010, with Dynamite Girl Gavin as Alice. This version of Alice is a bit darker but not goth enough. Maybe on a different doll? It does give off a Russian folk vibe.

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Item # 88016

Binx Barone™ Nude Doll

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88026

Heartache (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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This is the Queen Of Hearts I presume. Not very queenly but oh so Saint Laurent inspired:

Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 2016 Collection, photograph Vogue Runway Kim Weston Arnold

Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 2016 Collection, photograph Vogue Runway Kim Weston Arnold

There should have been something black instead of those red pants under the coat. A long slit skirt made of fishnet maybe? A mini skirt with a long fishnet overlay making a train in the back? Something suggesting a Queen anyway. 

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Item # 88017

Poppy Parker® Nude Doll

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88027

Your Move (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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Poppy saves the day again (almost...). This one looks more sexy but not Queenly enough again, as she is the White Queen from Through The Looking Glass. Gorgeous face and Farrah Fawcett hair complement the white dress perfectly. If the boots are fabric I want them!

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Item # 88018

Liu Liu Ling™ Nude Doll

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88028

Just a Second! (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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Here’s the rabbit then. The black and white choice makes it look more like a Playboy bunny dressed for church then a Fairytale inspired one. A monocle and chain watch would have made quite a difference. And the doll is boring, did we not get a similar Liu Liu in the first Industry collection? 

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Item # 88019

Poppy Parker® Nude Doll

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88029

Clueless (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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I’m so getting tired of pink lips. This Poppy is wearing a modern interpretation of Tweedledee’s outfit (Clueless, right?). The other twin is coming right up and, unfortunately, manages to,upstage his sister!

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Item # 88023

Milo Montez™ Nude Fashion Figure

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88033

Dim The Lights (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

 (Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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Milo (new Industry character but I have a suspicion the sculpt is CI) is the Tweedledum incarnation and it rocks! Great doll AND outfit! I might have used a different colour for the jacket though, red or purple. 

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Item # 88020

Tulabelle True™ (AA) Nude Doll

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88030

Who Are You (?Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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Obviously this is the Caterpillar. I love the Pucci prints, they match the psychedelia associated with the character. And this is the first AA Tulabelle. 

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Item # 88021

Tate Tanaka™ Nude Fashion Figure

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88031

Completely Mad (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

 (Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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By far the best doll of this collection, Tate Tanaka is a modern Mad Hatter! I love both the doll and the outfit, they are very well thought out and fit the theme perfectly, bringing to mind some of Nu Fantasy’s best moments (Hansel anyone?).

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Item # 88022

Cabot Clark™ Nude Fashion Figure

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88032

Lover Boy (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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More cheesy than eccentric, the outfit at least has a good proportion of red vs black. He’s the Knave of Hearts (Lover Boy indeed) and I must say Cabot looks a bit better with dark hair.  

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Item # 88024

Daley Daniels™ Nude Fashion Figure

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

Wearing

Item # 88034

Not All There (Fashion Only)

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

(Doll and outfit sold separately, no doll stand included).

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There’s always one male doll in each Style Lab collection that I don’t like at all, no matter what. This is the one for 2017, even though he’s channeling the Cheshire Cat, one of my favourite characters of Wonderland. Meh does not even begin to describe it. Another new character (again with an old CI sculpt) for Industry that will look great with a different styling.

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Item # 88035

Eat Me!

Accessory Pack

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

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Item # 88036

Entirely Bonkers!

Accessory Pack

The Industry™ Style Lab

The 2017 Integrity Toys Convention: Fashion Fairytale

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Two accessory packs were available at the Style Lab, one for the ladies and one for the guys. Mostly stuff we have seen with other dolls, in different colours, but always nice to have more.  

 

Note: all dolls pictured in these photos are prototypes; final colors and textures may vary slightly. All photos and information contained herein is copyrighted Integrity Toys, Inc. and Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC 2017 and may not be reprinted or disseminated without express written permission. The W Club is a trademark of Intercap Merchant Partners, LLC. All rights reserved. Doll Photography by Jayme Thornton and/or Alain TremblayLayouts, Graphics and 3D renderings by Alain Tremblay, Marketing.