Liberation 3: Oscar De La Renta Barbie
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I admit it.. I’m a child of the 80’s. And I still think that the fashions Oscar de la Renta designed for Barbie are some of her best ever. So I couldn’t possibly resist this doll.
The Doll
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I love the face paint on this doll. All those subtle, gentle earth tones make for a face that will look good no matter what you dress her in. The earrings are a little guady, in my opinion, but i have to admit they match the dress nicely. I can’t for the life of me figure out how to take off her tiara without ruining her hair. Oh well, it does match the earrings.
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All I can think of to say for her hairstyle is ‘wow’! This hairstyle is gorgeous, elaborate, and properly sewn in place. Oh, there’s the usual thick hairspray, but there’s a lot of nice brown thread here. Lovely.
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Well, Mattel got this half right. Her butt is not white, but it does have those stupid molded ‘B’s. I suppose I should be grateful, but somehow I can’t quite seem to manage it. The body is the standard straight waist, three weak leg clicks, with the Shani arm molds. One tiny, nice gold ring.
Doll Scorecard
Face: A-
Body: B- (ho-hum)
Hair: A
Overall: A-
The Outfit
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I have no idea where anyone would really wear a dress like this, but who cares? The skirt is big and romantic, and the fabric first class. The seams were not as well done as I would have liked, but then, it is Mattel. All pieces are secured with snaps… no velcro anywhere!
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This outfit is designed with contrast in mind. The deep brown lace is nothing short of gorgeous. The jacket is nice, with lots of trim- ribbons, fur, and hand beading- but I have to admit it does absolutely nothing for me. The floor-sweeping shawl is a much better choice. Her shoes are the classic open toe style, in the proper brown. And she even has satin panties!
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A real, separate petticoat. And it’s huge! Reminds me of that scene from ‘The King and I’ where the palace girls think Anna’s skirts are part of her!
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Outfit Scorecard
Fabric: B+
Style: A-
Execution: B+
Overall: B+
The Accessories
Actually, she doesn’t have any.
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The Result
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Can’t you just see her strolling down some exotic Paris side street in the moonlight? Mmm…
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