2013 Fairytale Designer Collection

[Matthewlondon]

I think Rapunzel,Belle,and Ariel will sell out faster but not as fast as the previous designer princess collection.

I think the price will put many off and also if someone has all the original princess's then they might not want all of these. I hope they do another wave next year to give us Phillip/ Aurora and the rest and then maybe move onto something new?

I too have the Mattel Maleficent with the crow,but I'm looking for another crow to sit on designer maleficents staff

 

[edgetheclown]

I have a question I've been curious about this all day.
someone told me the designer princess dolls had shared head sculpts but i forget who it was. Snow,belle,aurora,ariel,cinderella? jasmine too or no?

also do the villains share head sculpts at all?
i think if any did it would be cruella maleficent and evil queen grimhilde. I'm not sure about the Queen of hearts. who shares sculpts if they do?

Also do any of the princesses share sculpts in the DFDC line?

thanks

 

[jrsinger78]

My DS, had rapunzels heard turned straight on....I really wish that they would have put Eugene on the other side.....I will be trying to rearrange him in there so he can be seen....If I have, I will take them out of the box and fix it so its the way I want them to look Is anyone else, willing to remove them from their box to get the pose more esthetically pleasing?

Yes! Putting Flynn behind her like that wasn't a wise decision, but it can easily be fixed if I'm lucky enough to get the set I will re-pose them.

 

[jrsinger78]

I have a question I've been curious about this all day.
someone told me the designer princess dolls had shared head sculpts but i forget who it was. Snow,belle,aurora,ariel,cinderella? jasmine too or no?

also do the villains share head sculpts at all?
i think if any did it would be cruella maleficent and evil queen grimhilde. I'm not sure about the Queen of hearts. who shares sculpts if they do?

Also do any of the princesses share sculpts in the DFDC line?

thanks

I think some are similar but are all original molds. Yes some of the villains look very similar, but if you really study the faces under the paint, I believe they are all individuals.

 

[Shivatopia]

I have a question I've been curious about this all day.
someone told me the designer princess dolls had shared head sculpts but i forget who it was. Snow,belle,aurora,ariel,cinderella? jasmine too or no?

also do the villains share head sculpts at all?
i think if any did it would be cruella maleficent and evil queen grimhilde. I'm not sure about the Queen of hearts. who shares sculpts if they do?

Also do any of the princesses share sculpts in the DFDC line?

thanks

The 2011 Designer Princess dolls all definitely have their own head sculpts. Designer Cinderella and Designer Aurora may look most similar at a glance (perhaps also because they are both blondes with updos), but Aurora has sharper features, particularly with her nose and chin, and Cinderella generally has rounder features. The differences are more visibly noticeable in profile.

The Designer Villains dolls have unique head sculpts, though at a glance, Maleficent, Queen Grimhilde, and Cruella de Vil may seem similar. Designer Cruella de Vil has a more pronounced jawline and cheekbones, plus her nose is slightly turned up at the end. Designer Queen Grimhilde has a more prominent brow. Designer Maleficent was given a slightly longer chin and her mouth is sculpted into a smile, whereas the other two are not smiling at all. Designer Queen Grimhilde and Designer Maleficent have the most similar head sculpts, but there are subtle differences. The Designer Queen of Hearts, Designer Ursula, and Designer Mother Gothel have very distinct and unique head sculpts.


Designer Cruella de Vil - 09 by Shivatopia, on Flickr


Designer Queen Grimhilde - 04 by Shivatopia, on Flickr


Designer Maleficent - 05 by Shivatopia, on Flickr

 

[Menne]

22 hours later and Snow White is still available, I hope this is a sign of things to come.

 

[Polaris]

I just hope that the LE dolls will last as long if not at least an hour or two rather than the item being sold out as soon as it appears on the website as was the case with the DFTC pins and set preorder.

I am still keen to see how long it will take the more popular sets to sell out.

 

[Dollover]

Just saw them in person. Rapunzel and Flynn are indeed awfully posed. I was wondering why a full frontal face view of Rapunzel hasn't surfaced, and now I know why. It's almost impossible to see her full face no matter how you turn the box. The lantern is blocking it. And she is completely obscuring Flynn. And her face is just the usual enormous headed undelicate big chinned playline one. I will pass on all of these. I may consider if I see Belle for sale by herself for less, but that is pretty unlikely so I will most likely not be ending up with anything from this set.

 

[MissAthenaxIvy]

These dolls are supposed to be sold together, so Disney isn't going to sell them separate. I also doubt Belle and Beast will last long enough to even go down in price since in person they look pretty nice. Unless you find someone who will sell Belle without Beast it's pretty unlikely though like you said.. but who knows! I still want Rapunzel very much, and Ariel and Eric but.. Belle and Best do look pretty lovely too.. Either way I want Rapunzel and Flynn they are my favorite couple.

 

[Selithiel]

Agree with everyone here on Rapunzel and Flynn. Definitely going to be doing some reposing with mine when I get them. Just looks bad! Also I've noticed many of them do not have a well placed bang so I will have to fix that as well if I'm not that lucky with getting one that doesn't have it done right.

Also completely agree with the statements about Belle's dress. I think it makes up for the atrocity that was the Designer Princess Belle doll. Her dress is just so amazing in person and definitely one that pictures do not do justice for.

 

[RapunzelSalat]

I liked Designer Belle's dress. I thought she was one of the most artistic looking versions of the princesses. Some others didn't go far enough into couture, but at least she was unusually fabulous.

 

[Zanna]

Designer Belle's dress was probably my favourite! I thought she was one of the most well designed princesses. I even preferred her to Ariel.

 

[ElysionsPrincess]

I don't think it will be a big deal to open Rapunzel's box to re-position her head. I am so happy for everyone that wishes to do this, because it truly is an easy fix! Her head isn't tied down to anything, which is a huge relief! I have opened two of my best friend's designer dolls from previous collections; Designer Jasmine and Designer Evil Queen. Jasmine had an eyelash stuck to her eye (just a spare, loose one?), and the Evil Queen had a huge piece of hair out of place. We just unlatched the bottom and fixed the issues very slowly and carefully, and then put the case back on. You can't tell that we removed the top. I don't consider this "deboxing," because the dolls themselves are not removed. Its the same concept as removing the lid to a 17" LE doll, which I do all the time for videos/admiring the doll.

I was on the fence about this collection, but I'm happy to say that I am just going to focus on the original princesses from 2011, with the exception of Snow White. For now, she is the only couples doll I am getting, and she will be the center of my "designer princess collection". Someday I may decide to get the original princess one too, but as of right now, I can't afford it.

In regards to Snow White selling slowly though...this is what happened with Designer Princess Ariel. All because she is selling slowly now does not mean that she will continue to sell at this speed and price. The second someone buys one for an obscene price on eBay, that will be the moment all of the dolls jump in price and desirability. I hope that this does not happen. But I do fear DFDC Ariel, Belle, and maybe Rapunzel. I feel that Ariel and Belle will sell exceptionally well not only because they are extremely popular, but because their original princess dolls are so expensive, especially in comparison to the other princesses of this collection's original princess dolls. For the princesses, Ariel sells for like, $400, so buying the couples Ariel, who is also beautiful, for only $130 will be an exceptionally better choice for someone who just wants one!

 

[Rose_Valentine]

A little news from Milan, Italy: I went to the Disney store for check the Snow white's set situation:

NOBODY in 2 days buy just one of them.
They had all the 10 dolls and another 10 (so the total is 20 for Milan store) in another space in the store (i don't notice that before).

I see so many mothers-people, even tourists (here in Milan is a good time for tourist things) admiring them but when they all see the price (remember: here in Europe they cost 120€, apx. 150 dollars) all are shocked and sad.

So, that's because these dolls here don't sell. A good point for me and italian people... They're pricey. Very pricey.

I am 100% sure my Milan's store will send back the dolls for site sells.
Or maybe they will go cheaper in future..

Hope the crazyness will be slow and "pacific" this year.

Finger crossed :anxious:

 

[ladyroselie]

I'm starting to think that most of the people who wanted the Designer dolls already bought the original set and these are just not going to be as popular at the price point. I do think Ariel will sell well, because she always does.

Scalpers aren't going to be able to make a decent amount of money here either, because they will have to invest $130 just to get started per doll. I bought my Rapunzel for $125 with shipping included earlier this year, and after watching the original set for most of this and last year, while there were prices fluctuations, most of the dolls could be found for under $160 easily. I also noticed that the prices are dropping for all but Aurora and Jasmine. Ariel is actually dropping compared to what she was going for at one point (please note this is as of spring of this year, I haven't been looking for the original set since then).

I just don't see people being willing to spend double or so ($260-$300) each for dolls that are clearly meant to be in a set. With the 17in you can get one and wait for the next film if you like it, there are usually no more than 2-3 per movie. Ebay prices for Gold Snow already seem to be calming down a bit.

I'm not saying it will be as easy as the villains, but dollmageddon happened because they were comparatively cheap and no one expected it - those two factors are not here this year. So at most I think we will see these as similar to how the 17ins go n the after market. Just like 17in Snow, she was the first in a new series so she is sought after because people didn't know, like the original Designer Ariel. Now that we know how it works it won't be getting insane and hyped the same way. Remember, people love new, new things ya'll.

 

[Rose_Valentine]

I'm starting to think that most of the people who wanted the Designer dolls already bought the original set and these are just not going to be as popular at the price point. I do think Ariel will sell well, because she always does.

Scalpers aren't going to be able to make a decent amount of money here either, because they will have to invest $130 just to get started per doll. I bought my Rapunzel for $125 with shipping included earlier this year, and after watching the original set for most of this and last year, while there were prices fluctuations, most of the dolls could be found for under $160 easily. I also noticed that the prices are dropping for all but Aurora and Jasmine. Ariel is actually dropping compared to what she was going for at one point (please note this is as of spring of this year, I haven't been looking for the original set since then).

I just don't see people being willing to spend double or so ($260-$300) each for dolls that are clearly meant to be in a set. With the 17in you can get one and wait for the next film if you like it, there are usually no more than 2-3 per movie. Ebay prices for Gold Snow already seem to be calming down a bit.

I'm not saying it will be as easy as the villains, but dollmageddon happened because they were comparatively cheap and no one expected it - those two factors are not here this year. So at most I think we will see these as similar to how the 17ins go n the after market. Just like 17in Snow, she was the first in a new series so she is sought after because people didn't know, like the original Designer Ariel. Now that we know how it works it won't be getting insane and hyped the same way. Remember, people love new, new things ya'll.

Totally agree!
Plus, some "defects" (positions in box, low quality control) make the price even more "hard" to accept. :nono:

 

[RapunzelSalat]

I still once they sell out they will go for more than retail on ebay, but probably not lots more like the craze.

I'm actually somewhat glad I missed the original ten because now I have room for this set. I think I prefer the romantic embroidery style to the designer couture runway look of the first set. I'm a sucker for anything with embroidery. Plus, in my opinion these dolls are more detailed than the last set and more detailed even than some (not all) of the 17" dolls. I could do without the princes, but now that I've seen them in person I like them as a couple.

My only complaint is Eugene's positioning behind Rapunzel. It is terrible. Even aside from the bad placement, his arm around her waist looks very awkward too. Like he is trying to save her from falling out of the boat. Or possessively trying to prevent her from chasing after the lantern.

I also don't like the gap of the beast's head. Is there a prince under it like a mask or is there nothing but a stick and air under there?

 

[ladyroselie]

Totally agree!
Plus, some "defects" (positions in box, low quality control) make the price even more "hard" to accept. :nono:

I hope so! I have no problem opening the case and fixing a few QC issues. I actually had to do that with my Designer Rapunzel because her top was untied. I find doll collecting more fun if I am not sleep deprived and battling just to get a new piece. I've done everything from used clean make-up brushes to remove unwanted hairs, to completely opening and re-sealing boxes when accessories come loose, to using a small bit of paint cleaner to remove nasty smudges and paint mishaps. I'm an in box collector, but I'm not afraid to get my dolls looking the best they can by getting my hands dirty and (carefully) opening packages.

 

[Menne]

I still once they sell out they will go for more than retail on ebay, but probably not lots more like the craze.

I'm actually somewhat glad I missed the original ten because now I have room for this set. I think I prefer the romantic embroidery style to the designer couture runway look of the first set. I'm a sucker for anything with embroidery. Plus, in my opinion these dolls are more detailed than the last set and more detailed even than some (not all) of the 17" dolls. I could do without the princes, but now that I've seen them in person I like them as a couple.

My only complaint is Eugene's positioning behind Rapunzel. It is terrible. Even aside from the bad placement, his arm around her waist looks very awkward too. Like he is trying to save her from falling out of the boat. Or possessively trying to prevent her from chasing after the lantern.

I also don't like the gap of the beast's head. Is there a prince under it like a mask or is there nothing but a stick and air under there?

I agree about liking this set more, I have Snow White with my original 3 Designer dolls and she makes them look so cheap!

I doubt there is anything under Beast's head since they gave him a completely original body mold.

 

[Shivatopia]

I also agree with the points brought up about this collection. The initial retail pricing of this year's collection really makes these dolls less of a good investment opportunity. ladyroselie is completely right that to take a $130 ($140 or so after tax) item and trying to "flip" it to be worth several times the initial cost is very tough. Super-limited edition pins are one thing, but an item numbering in the thousands is another story. As pointed out, most of the 2011 Designer Princesses sell for about two to three times their initial cost at most, with the lower LE 4000 dolls holding on to the upper-ranges due to their rarity. Designer Ariel is an anomaly. Once that first doll sold at about $500 shortly after her official sell out, she has kept at the highest price as "the one to get" with most listings afterward following suit with that sale. Also, as the second doll released in the series, more Designer Ariel dolls ended up in permanent collections rather than investor hands... Hopefully, the remaining dolls will keep being a nice, un-chaotic release.

 

[sinslikescarlet]

As a new collector, I'm really impressed with the collection. In my own personal opinion, the original Designer dolls don't hold water in comparison to these. I'm almost glad I wasn't able to get any of the Designer dolls--well, except for Pocahontas. I literally buy anything with her in it since she's my favorite.

I was the first person called at my Disney Store to get Snow White, and I thought I had this extremely special privilege, but seeing that she still hasn't sold out online, even after two days, I'm seeing that maybe that's not the case. I mean, at my store they still have a handful! I still adore her--she's absolutely beautiful, and although the Prince isn't perfect, I still think it was a good purchase. I can only afford three, but that I'm alright with. I don't particularly like Jasmine and Aladdin this time around...it's only painful for me that I can't get Ariel. She's gorgeous, and so is Eric, but my wallet can only take so much, plus, I know so many people love her--I'll be glad to see someone else get her.

I think that this may be the calm before the storm, seeing how popular Rapunzel is, though I feel like many will be unboxing her to change the poses of the dolls (as I plan to). Hopefully it won't be as bad as dollmaggedon.

 

[Quasimodo]

There's a video farther back in the thread that shows Beast's different pieces. Nope, there's no prince head underneath, but there's an elongated neck on a regular prince body (but that prince body has paws instead of hands and feet). That's why he looks so skinny. I guess the molded that scarf on his neck to make him look fuller?

I agree that this set is much nicer than the first designer dolls. I passed on them even though I saw each of them in the store at the time of release. I found them too Barbie-like. This time around, I can see the actual Disney princess all glammed up.

However, the villains is my favorite set so far of this line. I know the price and edition size were too high, but they're such perfection and nice because I never would've expected such a set.

 

[Selithiel]

I liked Designer Belle's dress. I thought she was one of the most artistic looking versions of the princesses. Some others didn't go far enough into couture, but at least she was unusually fabulous.

As far as couture goes I see what you mean. Most of them weren't very fashion forward. I didn't hate the dress as a whole, but I definitely am not happy with it in conjunction with her hairdo. I do think she had one of the best make-up set ups though.


I agree with what you guys are saying about this line though. It didn't get crazy until Mulan and Snow White in the original line, so I really don't see that becoming an issue here except maybe with Ariel? I've got a pretty good vibe about it, and I don't think the scalpers want to waste their time with the raffle overall because it isn't a sure thing.

 

[edgetheclown]

The 2011 Designer Princess dolls all definitely have their own head sculpts. Designer Cinderella and Designer Aurora may look most similar at a glance (perhaps also because they are both blondes with updos), but Aurora has sharper features, particularly with her nose and chin, and Cinderella generally has rounder features. The differences are more visibly noticeable in profile.

The Designer Villains dolls have unique head sculpts, though at a glance, Maleficent, Queen Grimhilde, and Cruella de Vil may seem similar. Designer Cruella de Vil has a more pronounced jawline and cheekbones, plus her nose is slightly turned up at the end. Designer Queen Grimhilde has a more prominent brow. Designer Maleficent was given a slightly longer chin and her mouth is sculpted into a smile, whereas the other two are not smiling at all. Designer Queen Grimhilde and Designer Maleficent have the most similar head sculpts, but there are subtle differences. The Designer Queen of Hearts, Designer Ursula, and Designer Mother Gothel have very distinct and unique head sculpts.


Designer Cruella de Vil - 09 by Shivatopia, on Flickr


Designer Queen Grimhilde - 04 by Shivatopia, on Flickr


Designer Maleficent - 05 by Shivatopia, on Flickr

Thank you so much for answering this question for me. I love that the villains have headsculpts that are different it shows that disney really makes them all unique in their own way.Now i can see that they are different thank you so much for the pictures. on a side note I love how aurora snow and cinderella are the only ones with white gloves and short lashes.

 

[Shivatopia]

Thank you so much for answering this question for me. I love that the villains have headsculpts that are different it shows that disney really makes them all unique in their own way.Now i can see that they are different thank you so much for the pictures. on a side note I love how aurora snow and cinderella are the only ones with white gloves and short lashes.

You are most welcome! The Designer Villains dolls really opened the door for me to have fun deboxing, reposing, and photographing the dolls. With the exception of Designer Mother Gothel, I have a feeling that the head sculpts for the rest of the Designer Villains may never be used again (as is seen with the Classic Maleficent and Classic Queen Grimhilde dolls, which have simpler, more play-toy looking head sculpts). I was also very happy that the first three Classic Princesses (Snow White, Cinderella, and Aurora) were intentionally set apart from the other seven with the white gloves and shorter rooted eyelashes. I really am not a fan of those antenna eyelashes, though they do look good on Designer Queen Grimhilde.