Angelic Dreamz Now Closed

The news that Angelic Dreamz has closed it's on-line business and it's brick and mortar store did not surprise me. George is not the type of businessman to just let the winds of change carry him away. He's a forward thinker who sees trends and does what he can to profit from them and/or in spite of them. JamieShow Dolls has had it's own website for a few years and the recently opened couturedolls.com will be selling select fashion dolls.

I don't know if Couture Dolls will be solely dedicated to selling Integrity Toys' products in the future. I hope not. Hopefully George has plans to grow this site.

One by one the brick and mortar doll shops have shut their doors. Angelic Dreamz was one of the prettiest stores I've ever visited. I wonder if George and Tim will rent it out to some other business.

JamieShow Holiday 2013

George of Angelic Dreamz and JamieShow introduced his 2013 Holiday collection yesterday.
The following image shows Natalie a dressed doll ($425.) on the left. On the right is a new outfit called Scheherazade. ($225.)

Check out this fabulous new wig cap. Available in black, platinum, dark red and brown it sells for $40.  Resin Gene is modeling the black wig below. She is also wearing black hands with glove extensions.

Red Glove Hands

These are available in black (above) and white (not shown.) $40 each.

Photography by George Gonzalez/JamieShow Doll.

Click here for the Link to JamieShow

MetroDolls Event Part II

As I posted yesterday, the main speaker at the event was Robert Tonner who talked about the design and evolution of the Deja Vu line. Unfortunately, the new dolls from that line were not ready in time for display. It was the second time I heard this presentation but apparently every time Robert tells the story, he gets funnier. I love his sense of humor.

Small selection of the Tonner display.

Sandra Stillwell Presents showed off her fashions from the recent Every Day's A Holiday convention and several fashions from prior conventions. These are all for sale or pre-order - dolls not included.

Paul Pham brought four stunning Numina dolls with him and was offering for sale a few accessories.

Angelic Dreamz - JamieShow displayed their resin BJD line and attendees could see the newest resin Gene on display as well. The exclusive Grace from the Madrid Fashion Doll event is in the black hat.

MetroDolls themselves offered many fabulous items for sale, two of which came home with me. (Smoking and Eventail)

Facets by Marcia had one of her "I want everything" displays to drool over...wigs, shoes, miniature books, jewelry, pins, furniture, accessories.

Shannon aka Flutterwing Designs showed some of her beautiful work. Not shown below, her auction contribution scored quite high on the bidding list.

Laurie Lenz displayed a few dolls.

Ed of Happily Ever After in Philadelphia brought a nice selection of merchandise including Integrity Toys, Tonner and more. You can see him and Marcia's husband (taking pictures) around the back of this sales table. I'm sorry, I did not get the name of whose table this top one was.

Another sales table.

Robin Atwell and Monica Cooper

Several MetroDolls club members displayed their Cholo Ayuyao fashions in a mouth watering display.

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Photo of the Day by Tom in CA

J'Adore modeling a gown by Atelier Soda.

Words don't do justice to this magnificent creation. Tom posted this on Studio Commissary.
http://members7.boardhost.com/TheStudioComm/msg/1378536272.html

Atelier Soda created this miniature rendition inspired by a piece from Christian Dior/John Galliano's Spring 2007 Haute Couture runway collection.  http://www.viva-soda.com/Product%20-%203%20Haute%20Couture/Atelier/Product_CT005_CoutureNo5.html

For my readers who don't know yet...J'Adore is a 16" resin BJD version of Gene Marshall designed by Mel Odom and produced by JamieShow. She was the most recent FDQ exclusive. Tom has redressed and re-wigged her for this stunning photograph.

New Barbie Silkstone BFMC Ball Gown Doll

Ball Gown Barbie^® Doll (X8275)
Designer: Robert Best
Label: Gold
Release: August 2013

Angelic Dreamz posted this lovely black Silkstone Barbie doll on their website yesterday for pre-order at $125.

I love her hairstyle. I will have to see her IRL before making a decision on whether or not she will join my other Silkies. 

BFMC celebrates its 2013 collection direct from the atelier.  Make an unforgettable entrance in a unique and glamorous satin gown. A full skirt, sheer black short sleeves, and beautifully tailored , off-shoulder bodice define the brilliant teal gown. A striking black belt with bow accents her waist. Classic underpinnings include black tulle petticoat and hose. Silvery jewelry adds a touch of sophisticated sparkle.

Doll arriving July 24th (at Angelic Dreamz)

According to the blog "Dutch Barbie World," she is already available for purchase in Asia, at stores such as Toy Wizard.

FDQ New Exclusive: "J'Adore" Gene Marshall

The long awaited second resin BJD J'Adore Gene will be available for order on the FDQ website on Saturday, July 6, 2013. That's tomorrow, kids!

I can't wait to get my hands on this doll, to see her fashions and to play. Phoenix was a dream to photograph and this gal will be, too.  Link is coming soon and I'll publish it on Facebook.

There's no need to buy the magazine to order the doll but why not? Inside the Autumn 2013 issue, which ships on July 10, you will find great writing, great photography, interviews, coverage of events and so much more. This is the table of contents.

DEPARTMENTS________
08 Letter from the Editor
13 Mens’ POV, by Ian Price
16 Newsfront: Barbie Sells Her Dreamhouse
20 Events: Angelic Dreamz Luncheon
22 Events: Tonner Con: The Age of Innocence
26 Artist Q&A: Emilia Couture
By Terri Gold
33 Artist Profile: Digital Age Bombshell
By Ernesto Padró-Campos
36 Flashback: Wilkommen Petra
By Rosanna Varricchio
96 Last Look: May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor

FEATURES__________
40 The Literate Doll (And Its Owner)
By Paul Bruce
44 Book Looks, by Ian Price
50 Literature Becomes The Muse
By Larraine Elcock
56 J’Adore Mlle. Marshall! The Story
Behind our Latest Exclusive
60 Great Heroines of Literature
By Pat Henry
78 Eclectic Collector: A Dal Visits Middle-earth
By Jane Easterly
89 Pretty Prose: Sewing Circle of Friends
By Larraine Elcock
92 Studios That Work, Part 2
By Dot Festeu

FASHION_______
66 Look Book: Inspired by 50
Designers You Should Know,
By Alexandra Forbes
72 Poppy Parker’s Pajamarama!
By Denise Jefferson

CRAFTS_______
90 Honey West: P.I., Includes Paper Doll! By Glenn Mielke of Infadoll

 Pat Henry just posted these images on FaceBook:

It keeps getting better!

Click here to see More pictures on Studio Commissary.

The New Gene: Phoenix

Here is her picture courtesy of Angelic Dreamz. She comes with two rooted wig caps and a plain cap for using with your own wigs. I haven't had a minute alone with my own doll to take pictures.
It is really Gene! A dream come true for Gene collectors although the price point may be a nightmare for some. It's better to have one gorgeous, high quality doll than 4 or five who will yellow. (At least that's what I tell myself.)
Phoenix Gene will be able to wear all earlier Gene clothes.

The price pre-ordered was $525. The on-line price for May delivery was $550. I was told that the entire edition of 150 sold out shortly after the additional 50, not reserved for event attendees, were posted for sale.

IDEX Friday, April 12, 2013

Written on Saturday morning.

Friday was a fun, busy day. In the morning we toured the IDEX showroom and spent time chatting with Robert Tonner, Jack Kralik, The Angelic Dreamz Guyz and Michelle of Wilde Imagination and others.
IDEX has changed dramatically from the last one I attended. It's about 1/3 the size. Major companies such as Madame Alexander are not here. Attendance was sparse and many of the booths seemed underpopulated. However, some of the booths were fantastic and beautifully designed.

Because the hotel internet connection is crawling, I had to upload yesterday's pictures to my Facebook page. Clicking on the image below will take you there.  When I return home, I will post the images on this blog for those who cannot see Facebook. 

I have edited the pictures down to my favorites. You will see a fire engine outside the hotel. At one point an announcement came over the PA system ordering everyone to exit the building. Apparently it was a false alarm.

 

In the late afternoon, Bob and I went to see Olympus Has Fallen. It is not a movie for the faint of heart and definitely not for children. Holy Crap! It was exhausting just watching it. I do recommend it for the action and excitement and it is very timely. However I hope that it's an impossible scenario because it is very frightening.

From the hotel we walked (yes, walked) to Universal Studio's City Walk. This is their nightclub, bar, movie, restaurant, entertainment area. Talk about assaulting the senses! The lights, noise, activity and smells were Manhattan on steroids minus the buses and taxis. There is stuff going on everywhere. It was amazing. We played it safe and ate dinner at Bubba Gumps - not bad at all.

Walking back to the hotel after dark was very peaceful. The landscaping around the parks is gorgeous. The weather last night was delightful and calm compared to Thursday night when it was very windy and rainy. 

Back at the hotel we passed the bar on the way to our elevator and we spied Mel among a few others. I was happy to say hello to him and glad that he arrived safely. In a few hours we will get to see and hear him introduce the new doll. I'm excited!