Snow White Singing Doll and Costume Set - 11 1/2''

US Disney Store

Released online September 9, 2013

Received September 18, 2013

Product information:

Snow White Singing Doll and Costume Set - 11 1/2''

$24.95

Item No. 6070040900933P

Peasant dreams

The fairest of them all sparkles in this Snow White Singing Doll Set. Featuring her signature costume, it also includes her scullery maid outfit so her fairytale transformation can happen while she sings Whistle While You Work.

Magic in the details...

• Snow White sings Whistle While You Work when you press the button on back of her neck

• Signature outfit with glittering gold skirt and blue bodice, with satin puff sleeves

• Brown scullery maid outfit with satin sleeves and collar

• Self-stick fabric closures on back of costumes

• Articulated arms and legs

• Hair features red satin bow

• Includes deer with bird figurine

• Part of our Disney Princess Singing Doll Collection

The bare necessities

• Ages 3+

• Requires 3 AG13/LR44 button cell batteries, included

• Plastic / polyester

• 11 1/2'' H

• Imported

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

2013 Ariel Singing Doll Set

US Disney Store

Released Online and In Stores: September 16, 2013

Purchased September 18, 2013

First Look

Product Information:

Ariel Singing Doll Set

$39.95

Item No. 6070040900937P

Note perfect

She'll treasure this Ariel doll, which sings Part of Your World. Ariel wears a dazzling blue dress inspired by the memorable scene when she emerges from the sea, and comes with additional mermaid costume and accesories.

Magic in the details...

Set Includes:

•Ariel doll

•Blue dress

•Two-piece Little Mermaid costume

•Sebastian figurine

•Flounder figurine

•Hairbrush with jewel accent

•Two hair braids

•Two hair clips

Addtional Information:

•Press Ariel's hand to hear her sing Part of Your World

•Fully poseable

The bare necessities

•Ages 3+

•Requires 3 x AG13 button cell batteries, included

•Plastic / polyester

•Ariel: 16'' H

•Figurines: Up to 2 1/4'' H

•Hair braids: 7 1/2'' L

•Imported

Disney Fairytale Designer Collection merchandise. Cinderella and Pocahontas Journals.

The Disney Fairytale Designer Collection merchandise on display at my local Disney Store today. It was the release day, and they had all the merchandise in the collection displayed except for the LE Pin Set. All the items were for sale, except for the dolls, which will be released in store and online once a week starting on Tuesday September 23, 2014. The dolls were on a high shelf, and there wasn't a convenient place to put them for viewing a photographing them, so I made do with low angle shots. All the items were better looking in person than online, which is the norm for most Disney merchandise. Cinderella's head was turned around too much to look natural. But it wasn't quite as severe as in the stock photo of her in the display case, so I wouldn't call her Exorcist Head. Her head is definitely attached to a plastic form, so her head turn isn't a random thing that happened during shipping, but is by design. After seeing her in person, she is still my favorite of the Princesses in this release, and her dress looks great both front and back. I bought journals and the Lithograph Set, of which I will post photos shortly. The store wasn't very busy (at noon time), but everyone that looked at the Designer Collection seemed to be impressed.

Here are the release dates of the doll sets (in North America):

Sept 2, 2014. Pre-order complete collection.

Sept 23. Tiana & Prince Naveen. (Online Sep 24)

Sept 30. Pocahontas & John Smith (Online Oct 1)

Oct. 7. Cinderella & Prince Charming (Online Oct 8)

Oct. 14. Mulan & Li Shang. (Online Oct 15)

Oct 21. Aurora & Prince Phillip. (Online Oct 22).

I visited my local Disney Store today (1/23/2019), and got several newly available items.

The Walt Disney Signature Collection 30th Anniversary The Little Mermaid Blu-ray / DVD / Digital combo pack pre-order ($24.95). Included is a lithograph set which I got to take home today, and a pre-order voucher folder. The folder has a $10 off $40 coupon on the back. The voucher is to be returned to the same store between February 26 and May 26, 2019 to obtain the video. The pre-order is also available online.

The Little Mermaid Blu-ray Combo Pack Anniversary Edition with FREE Lithograph Set Offer - Pre-Order

I got Ariel today. I ordered her online on release day, October 27, 2018. She is #2047 of 4500. She and the box arrived in perfect shape. However, the invitation card has slipped down in the plastic sleeve, and won't stay up. I love her face and hair, but her dress is a bit too gaudy for my taste, although it is appropriate for an 80's girl. Her hair is stiff at the ends to keep its curl, so it got a little messy when I broke it up to even out her hair in the back. I cut off the rubber band securing the purse string to her shoulder. I had to use a little tape to keep it from sliding off her shoulder afterwards. I show her boxed, during deboxing, and fully deboxed. I have her now on my desk, right next to me as I type this. It is convenient that I got her just before the next one, Tiana, is released tomorrow.

Ariel Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in stores 2018-10-27

Sold out online in less than 5 minutes

Purchased online 2018-10-27

Received 2018-11-2

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900543P

The Disney Designer Collection proudly presents our Premiere Series Ariel Limited Edition Doll inspired by the fashions of 1989, when red carpet couture was as rebellious and bold as The Little Mermaid's leading lady.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

Please note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Household.

The Disney Designer Collection is proud to present the Premiere Series, breathtaking collector's dolls inspired by the fashions on runways and red carpets during the year of each theatrical debut. The dolls, garments, and accessories have been carefully crafted to combine a moment in fashion history with the unmistakable signature icons of our beloved Disney heroines.

The Little Mermaid was first released in 1989 during a time when red carpet couture was as rebellious and bold as the leading lady of Disney animation's renaissance period.

• Limited Edition of 4500

• Certificate of Authenticity

• 1989 fashion-inspired designer Ariel doll

• Beautifully sculpted and highly detailed

• Delicate airbrushed cheeks

• Metallic eyeshadow

• Eyelashes

• Rooted hair, finely styled

• Shell-shaped pleated satin halter

• Sequined midriff

• Multi-layered geometric neon print skirt and train

• Iridescent ruffled mesh layers

• Bare shoulders

• Pearled spaghetti straps

• Neon shell-shaped shoulder bag with chain

• Neon jewelry

• Metal earrings

• Glittering fingerless gloves

• Fishnet stockings

• Matching shoes with ankle straps

• Doll stand

• Deluxe display packaging with full-length picture window and dramatic skylight window

• Flocked red carpet stage

• ''Doorway'' cover opens outward with magnetic closure

• Fashion illustration graphics and metallic inks

• 1989-inspired decorative movie tickets, poster, and premiere invitations tucked inside

• Disney's The Little Mermaid premiered November 13, 1989 in New York City, followed by USA general release on November 17, 1989

• Part of the Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series, each sold separately

The bare necessities

• Please note: Not a toy. Intended for adult collectors

• Plastic / polyester / metal

• Doll approx. 11 1/2'' H

• Box 16 1/2'' H x 12 1/2'' W x 6'' D

• Imported

Belle : The doll is from the 2011 Classic Film Doll Collection. I changed her outfit with the 2010 Classic Belle Doll and add in more ruffles. I also curled her hair as she originally came with long straight hair.

Beast : The doll's head is the new mold and the body is the 2010 Classic Beast Doll body with full articulation. He is wearing the 2010 classic doll's shirt, vest, pants, boots, and the new doll's tux that I removed the beast's hands and tail.

Enchanted Rose : The rose is a replica that my mom and I made together. I'm not really sure if the scale is accurate to the movie or not but we just guesstimate it.

I just received the Anna Couture de Force Figure from the Disney Store. She is $69.95, $5 less expensive than the Elsa figure. She was actually shipped by Enesco, the manufacturer. She is an 8 inch high resin figure of Anna in her black and green Coronation outfit. She is holding a pink fan in one hand and holding up her skirt in the other. It recalls the scene of her singing the ''sophisticated grace'' part of ''For the First Time in Forever.'' She is a very pretty figure, with lots of details that are true of the movie character. There is gold glitter on the fan, which does shed. There are two minor but noticeable defects in the figure. One is that the gold glitter is applied unevenly on the front of the fan. The other is that there is a small gash in her left shoulder (to our right), that also cuts into the strap of her gown. Other than that, the details and painting are very nicely down. She is very sturdy free standing, and is considerably heavier than the companion Elsa figure.

I photograph Anna from all angles, and also show her with the Elsa Couture de Force Figure. I like the rendering of Elsa's face better than Anna, and Elsa's transparent cape is amazing, and is unlike that of any other Elsa figure. But the Anna figure is matches with Elsa very well. Both of them are still available from the US Disney Store website.

In-Store release of Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series merchandise, on Friday September 28, 2018. My local Disney Store had all six of the Designer Princesses on display. Snow White was deboxed, and in a clear plastic display case. The others were in their boxes, and Guests were free to handle the boxes and inspect the dolls up close. They also had several of the ColourPop Designer makeup items for sale. Next to the Designer dolls were items related to them, including jewelry and accessories. The Designer items that were released last week were available for sale here. That included the two LE pin sets, the LE ornament set, the notecard set and wine glass set. I took detailed photos of the Belle and Tiana, the two dolls that I hadn't seen in person yet.

The Designer Dolls release schedule:

US and Canada ($109.95 US):

Snow White, 10/6/2018, LE 4100

Cinderella, 10/13/2018, LE 4400

Jasmine, 10/20/2018, LE 4000

Ariel, 10/27/2018, LE 4500

Tiana, 11/3/2018, LE 4000

Belle, 11/10/2018, LE 4500

UK and Europe (£95, 110 Euros):

Snow White - 9/10, 929 available for UK and Europe

Cinderella – 16/10

Ariel – 30/10

Belle – 13/11

Jasmine – 27/11

Tiana – 11/12

In-Store release of Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series merchandise, on Friday September 28, 2018. My local Disney Store had all six of the Designer Princesses on display. Snow White was deboxed, and in a clear plastic display case. The others were in their boxes, and Guests were free to handle the boxes and inspect the dolls up close. They also had several of the ColourPop Designer makeup items for sale. Next to the Designer dolls were items related to them, including jewelry and accessories. The Designer items that were released last week were available for sale here. That included the two LE pin sets, the LE ornament set, the notecard set and wine glass set. I took detailed photos of the Belle and Tiana, the two dolls that I hadn't seen in person yet.

The Designer Dolls release schedule:

US and Canada ($109.95 US):

Snow White, 10/6/2018, LE 4100

Cinderella, 10/13/2018, LE 4400

Jasmine, 10/20/2018, LE 4000

Ariel, 10/27/2018, LE 4500

Tiana, 11/3/2018, LE 4000

Belle, 11/10/2018, LE 4500

UK and Europe (£95, 110 Euros):

Snow White - 9/10, 929 available for UK and Europe

Cinderella – 16/10

Ariel – 30/10

Belle – 13/11

Jasmine – 27/11

Tiana – 11/12

I received my Premiere Series Tiana doll today. I ordered her online from the Disney Store when she was released last Saturday, November 3, 2018. She is #253 of 4000. She is unusual in that her CoA number is only one greater than the Cart #252 that is on the original shipper label. All the other Premiere Series dolls so far have had an edition number 3 greater than the Cart #. The box and doll are close to perfect, except for a broken chain on her purse. I have read that this is a fairly common defect in the doll. Rather than trying to get a replacement from the Disney Store I think I will try to fix it on my own. She has a beautiful face, but the outfit is my least favorite of the series. The large yellow green cloth flower on her chest is really tacky and distracting, and covers her neck and part of her face. The neon yellow green of the skirt is also too gaudy for me, looks like a tutu, and the floral embroidery on her skirt looks childish. Her shoes are lovely, however. She is the fifth of the six doll series, with Belle being the last release in the US and Canada.

I show the box, and the doll with successive layers of the box removed, until the doll is in clear view. I will debox the doll soon.

Tiana Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in store 2018-11-03

Sold out online in less than 10 minutes

Purchased online 2018-11-03

Received 2018-11-09

#253 of 4000

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900600P

The Disney Designer Collection proudly presents our Premiere Series Tiana Limited Edition Doll inspired by the fashions of 2009 when red carpet fashion presented bold contemporary looks kissed by personal style.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

Please note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Household.

The Disney Designer Collection is proud to present the Premiere Series, breathtaking collector's dolls inspired by the fashions on runways and red carpets during the year of each theatrical debut. The dolls, garments and accessories have been carefully crafted to combine a moment in fashion history with the unmistakable signature icons of our beloved Disney heroines.

The Princess and the Frog premiered in 2009 during a time when red carpet fashion merged with personal style to create bold, statement-making looks.

• Limited Edition of 4,000

• Certificate of Authenticity

• 2009 fashion-inspired designer Tiana doll

• Beautifully sculpted and highly detailed

• Delicate airbrushed cheeks

• Eyelashes

• Rooted hair, finely styled

• Tailored jacket with embroidered trims and rosette applique on shoulder

• Silken wrapped bodice

• Embroidered top skirt with floral filigree and rosette appliques

• Triple-layer tiered tulle underskirts

• Silvertone finish metal jewelry with faceted gems

• Silvertone finish metal shoulder bag

• Matching pumps with ankle straps

• Doll stand

• Deluxe display packaging with full-length picture window and dramatic skylight window

• Flocked red carpet stage

• ''Doorway'' cover opens outward with magnetic closure

• Fashion illustration graphics and metallic inks

• 2009 inspired decorative movie tickets, poster, and premiere invitations tucked inside

• Disney's The Princess and the Frog premiered in Los Angeles on November 25, 2009, followed by U.S.A. general release on December 11, 2009

• Part of the Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series

Please note: Not a toy. Intended for adult collectors.

The bare necessities

• Plastic / polyester / metal

• 11 1/2'' H

• Box 16 1/2'' H x 12 1/2'' W x 6'' D

• Imported

Disney Traditions Deep Sea Diva Ursula Figurine by Jim Shore

Disney Store UK Product Image

Not yet available on US Disney Store site.

Product information from Disney Store UK website:

Disney Traditions Deep Sea Diva Ursula Figurine by Jim Shore

Item No. 410045501378P

£50.00

Description

Let your inner diva shine through with this statement figurine of mischievous Ursula from The Little Mermaid. Designed by award-winning artist and sculptor Jim Shore, this stunning hand-painted ornament is an ideal gift for any Disney fan.

Product Details

•Resin figurine of Ursula character from The Little Mermaid

•Designed by award-winning artist and sculptor Jim Shore for Disney Traditions Collection

•Unique variations should be expected as product is hand painted

•H19cm x W17.5cm x D18cm approx

•Presented in branded gift packaging

•Suitable for adults, not a toy

•Exclusive to Disney Store

So I decided to redo her hair and came up with my own way to do the bun. I'm pretty impressed with the result and surprised how (in my opinion) it turned out very accurate to the movie.

The Designer Snow White is fully deboxed, and put back on her display stand, holding her purse and with her fur stole around her arms.

Her fur stole is removable, and has snap closures to secure it to her arms. But her train is only removable on one side, the other side being sewn to her gown. She has the standard Designer Princess doll body, with swivel waist and rubber legs with internal knee joints and angled feet. Her elbow joints seem to be slightly different than those of my other Designer Princesses. Her included display stand is of different design than the similar saddle stands of the 17 inch LE dolls, in that there is a cross member that prevents the doll from swaying from side to side, which is useful when she is carrying the heavy metal purse accessory. The fur stole also helps to accommodate the purse's weight.

I received my Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Snow White Limited Edition Doll today. I had ordered her online at the release day, shortly after 12 AM in the morning of Saturday October 6, 2018. She is #1301 of 4100. She came in a shipper box that is approximately the same size as the LE 17 inch doll shippers. It original shipping label said GIRLS TOYS LE PR DSGN SNOW DOLL F18, and CART #: 01298. There was a small piece of masking tape stuck to the side of the box with the actual edition number (matching the CoA): 1301. Inside there was another corrugated cardboard box snugly fitting in the outer shipping box. Inside that was the actual doll box, which was covered with tissue paper, and fit snugly in the inner shipping box, with cardboard caps on the top and bottom of the doll box. The shipper box was undamaged in transit, as was the inner box and the doll box itself.

The doll box has folding panels in the front with magnetic closure, with a large design sketch of Snow White and the year 1937 in large numerals. In the background are photographers in silhouette snapping photos, and a red carpet. The back of the box has angled corners, making for a hexagonal shaped box. The sides and back of the box also has images of Snow White. The top of the box has a clear window with the title of the collection in gold lettering. Inside the front covers are replicas of the movie poster, invitation and tickets to the premiere of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Carthay Circle Theatre in Los Angeles, on December 21, 1937. The doll is behind a rectangular viewing window extending almost the full width and height of the box.

The inner box containing the doll and front viewing window can be slid out from the outer box. It is entirely enclosed, so can be displayed as is, without having to deal with the front covers either covering up the doll, or taking up space in front or to the sides of the inner box. The doll is on top a red carpet that has steps in front, and is flocked cardboard.

The doll herself is by far my favorite of the current Designer Premiere Series. I'm slightly biased because Snow White is my favorite Disney Princess, and am so happy that she turned out so well. I think her gown and accessories are very beautifully designed and produced. It also is very fitting for Snow White, and would be something she would wear to the premiere of her own movie.

In-Store release of Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series merchandise, on Friday September 28, 2018. My local Disney Store had all six of the Designer Princesses on display. Snow White was deboxed, and in a clear plastic display case. The others were in their boxes, and Guests were free to handle the boxes and inspect the dolls up close. They also had several of the ColourPop Designer makeup items for sale. Next to the Designer dolls were items related to them, including jewelry and accessories. The Designer items that were released last week were available for sale here. That included the two LE pin sets, the LE ornament set, the notecard set and wine glass set. I took detailed photos of the Belle and Tiana, the two dolls that I hadn't seen in person yet.

The Designer Dolls release schedule:

US and Canada ($109.95 US):

Snow White, 10/6/2018, LE 4100

Cinderella, 10/13/2018, LE 4400

Jasmine, 10/20/2018, LE 4000

Ariel, 10/27/2018, LE 4500

Tiana, 11/3/2018, LE 4000

Belle, 11/10/2018, LE 4500

UK and Europe (£95, 110 Euros):

Snow White - 9/10, 929 available for UK and Europe

Cinderella – 16/10

Ariel – 30/10

Belle – 13/11

Jasmine – 27/11

Tiana – 11/12

Elsa has been fully deboxed. She is standing, supported by a Kaiser stand.

I got the Anna and Elsa Doll Set for Olaf's Frozen Adventure, from my local Disney Store on Wednesday September 27, 2017. They are in the new Holiday outfits, made of faux suede. Elsa has a cape attached to the back of her dress, and has a fur collar with embedded red jewels. Anna has a jacket that is sewn to her bodice. They both have the new style rubber legs with flat feet. Elsa has flat heeled ice shoes, which are a loose fit. Anna has boots with low heels. Anna is about 1/4 inch taller than Elsa (11 1/2 vs 11 1/4 inches), which looks awkward when they are side by side. They both have new face sculpts, for the first time since their original Classic dolls were introduced in 2013. I like how they look, but I like Elsa more than Anna. The old faces looked younger and cuter, but the new faces are more movie accurate.

Anna and Elsa Classic Doll Set - Olaf's Frozen Adventure - 11 1/2''

$34.95

Item No. 6002040900398P

US Disney Store

Released 2017-09-26

Purchased 2017-09-27

Ariel and Sisters Mini Doll Gift Set

US Disney Store

Released in select stores June 20, 2013

Released online July 8, 2013

Product images and information from US Disney Store site.

Ariel and Sisters Mini Doll Gift Set

$39.95

Item No. 6070040900880P

Little mermaids

Once upon time there were seven mermaid princesses in one splendid gift box, bringing fairytale wishes to the upper world. Ariel and all the daughters of Triton emerge from the sea in a delightful 5 1/2'' scale with delicate detailing.

Magic in the details...

•Set of seven Mini Dolls includes Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Attina, Adella, Alana, and Ariel

•Delicate sculptured features and styled hair

•Detailed costuming and mermaid tails with shimmering accents

•Comes in window display gift box

•Celebrating the return of Disney's The Little Mermaid on DVD and Blu-ray

The bare necessities

•Ages 3+

•Plastic / polyester

•5 1/2'' H

•Imported

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

I got Ariel today. I ordered her online on release day, October 27, 2018. She is #2047 of 4500. She and the box arrived in perfect shape. However, the invitation card has slipped down in the plastic sleeve, and won't stay up. I love her face and hair, but her dress is a bit too gaudy for my taste, although it is appropriate for an 80's girl. Her hair is stiff at the ends to keep its curl, so it got a little messy when I broke it up to even out her hair in the back. I cut off the rubber band securing the purse string to her shoulder. I had to use a little tape to keep it from sliding off her shoulder afterwards. I show her boxed, during deboxing, and fully deboxed. I have her now on my desk, right next to me as I type this. It is convenient that I got her just before the next one, Tiana, is released tomorrow.

Ariel Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in stores 2018-10-27

Sold out online in less than 5 minutes

Purchased online 2018-10-27

Received 2018-11-2

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900543P

The Disney Designer Collection proudly presents our Premiere Series Ariel Limited Edition Doll inspired by the fashions of 1989, when red carpet couture was as rebellious and bold as The Little Mermaid's leading lady.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

Please note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Household.

The Disney Designer Collection is proud to present the Premiere Series, breathtaking collector's dolls inspired by the fashions on runways and red carpets during the year of each theatrical debut. The dolls, garments, and accessories have been carefully crafted to combine a moment in fashion history with the unmistakable signature icons of our beloved Disney heroines.

The Little Mermaid was first released in 1989 during a time when red carpet couture was as rebellious and bold as the leading lady of Disney animation's renaissance period.

• Limited Edition of 4500

• Certificate of Authenticity

• 1989 fashion-inspired designer Ariel doll

• Beautifully sculpted and highly detailed

• Delicate airbrushed cheeks

• Metallic eyeshadow

• Eyelashes

• Rooted hair, finely styled

• Shell-shaped pleated satin halter

• Sequined midriff

• Multi-layered geometric neon print skirt and train

• Iridescent ruffled mesh layers

• Bare shoulders

• Pearled spaghetti straps

• Neon shell-shaped shoulder bag with chain

• Neon jewelry

• Metal earrings

• Glittering fingerless gloves

• Fishnet stockings

• Matching shoes with ankle straps

• Doll stand

• Deluxe display packaging with full-length picture window and dramatic skylight window

• Flocked red carpet stage

• ''Doorway'' cover opens outward with magnetic closure

• Fashion illustration graphics and metallic inks

• 1989-inspired decorative movie tickets, poster, and premiere invitations tucked inside

• Disney's The Little Mermaid premiered November 13, 1989 in New York City, followed by USA general release on November 17, 1989

• Part of the Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series, each sold separately

The bare necessities

• Please note: Not a toy. Intended for adult collectors

• Plastic / polyester / metal

• Doll approx. 11 1/2'' H

• Box 16 1/2'' H x 12 1/2'' W x 6'' D

• Imported

There was more than a hundred people waiting outside the Disney Store this morning. Fortunately most of them were after the Mickey merchandise, and I got picked in the raffle for Jasmine. Several collectors that I knew were also there, but none of them got picked. I selected the first doll that was handed to me at the register, since she looked perfect. I didn't bring my camera, so no photos from the release. She is #425 of 4000. I show her boxed, and with the inner box taken out and the front viewing window taken off. She is very beautiful and my second most favorite doll from the series. She is first one that I managed to get from the store raffle, so I could take her home on release day. I will debox her tomorrow.

Jasmine Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in stores 2018-10-20

Sold out online in less than 5 minutes

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900545P

Moana boxed.

Here are detailed photos of my Disney Store Limited Edition Moana 17 inch doll, boxed and deboxed. She is #1531 of 6500. I also got a spare Moana that I will leave mint in box, but I haven't looked to see what edition number that doll has.

She has mock sand on her feet, and there is also sand on the base for Pua. Somewhat like glitter, the sand does shed, and found its way on the sides of the box, and on the doll itself. Some of the sand on the tips of her toes also got rubbed off.

Moana has a unique body, but is fully articulated. She has ball jointed neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles. Instead of the chest joint that are on most of the female Disney Store 17 inch LE dolls, Moana has a waist pivot joint that allows her upper torso to spin around 360 degrees. This is similar to the Designer Princess waist joint, but is lower down her back, just above her butt. That is doubtless due to her bare midriff. With large her flat feet, Moana can free stand very stably. But I think that some of her joints are a little too loose, especially her waist joint.

Her body proportions are also unique for a Disney LE doll, but that is due to those of the animated character herself. In particular, her arms and legs are thicker than the other LE Princess dolls. Rather than the flat hands of the other LE Princess dolls, Moana has curved hands, which I think look more natural. Her face is very pretty and a very good likeness of the animated character. She has thick eyebrows, big brown eyes glancing to her upper right. She has short painted eyelashes, but no rooted eyelashes (like the LE Merida dolls). She has a large flat nose, and full dark brown lips in a closed mouth smile.

She has dark brown wavy hair that has a lot of hair product, so it feels a bit crunchy. Some of her hair was actually stuck to the plastic support, her body and her clothes, due to the hair product not being fully dry when she was assembled. There was also some bits of tissue paper stuck to her hair.

She has a garland of cloth leaves and plastic flowers on her head, It is permanently attached to her head. There are plastic leafy bands around her left arm and both ankles. The arm band was rather loose, and I had to keep on moving it back up her arm. I think it could use a rubber band to keep it tight, which I don't think I accidently cut when deboxing her. Her ankle bands did have rubber bands around them. She has a beaded plastic necklace with a shell pendant that opens. I removed the large rubber band around her upper chest and the plastic support that kept the pendent attached to her top. But I left the rubber bands that kept the upper part of the necklace in place. She has an short satin orange top with white beaded decoration. There is a matching belt or sash around her hips, over her skirt. Her skirt has two woven layers, with a straw underskirt.

Pua is very stable on the sand dune base (and there are indentations in the base to show where to place him). Hei Hei can free stand on Pua's head, but you have to place him very carefully, using the indentations on Pua's head as a guide. He can also be made secure by a rubberband around Pua's head and over Hei Hei's feet.

Moana's oar is placed on her left side in the box, but the way the handle is formed on the oar, it fits most easily on her right hand (to our left when she faces us).

Jasmine was the third release in the Premiere Series, in the US and Canada. She sold out on the US ShopDisney site much quicker than even Cinderella. I was lucky enough to get her, and got email confirmation almost immediately. She is my second favorite of this series, after Snow White.

Jasmine Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in stores 2018-10-20

Sold out online in less than 5 minutes

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900545P

The Disney Designer Collection proudly presents our Premiere Series Jasmine Limited Edition Doll inspired by the fashions of 1992, when Aladdin debuted in theaters and red carpet couture granted glamorous wishes.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

Please note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Household.

The Disney Designer Collection is proud to present the Premiere Series, breathtaking collector's dolls inspired by the fashions on runways and red carpets during the year of each theatrical debut. The dolls, garments and accessories have been carefully crafted to combine a moment in fashion history with the unmistakable signature icons of our beloved Disney heroines.

Aladdin premiered in 1992 during a time when red carpet events were epicenters for fashion, and animal prints ruled the runways.

• Limited Edition of 4000

• Certificate of Authenticity

• 1992 fashion-inspired designer Jasmine doll

• Beautifully sculpted and highly detailed

• Delicate airbrushed cheeks

• Metallic eyeshadow

• Eyelashes

• Rooted hair, finely styled

• Sleeveless satin pantsuit

• Full-length satin peplum with embroidered peacock filigree and faceted gems, lined

• Metallic animal print accents

• Golden metal necklace, earrings, belt, and bracelets

• Sheer organza shawl

• Mesh stockings

• Matching shoes with golden floral accent and gem center

• Gem encrusted handbag with golden tiger and metal chain

• Doll stand

• Deluxe display packaging with full-length picture window and dramatic skylight window

• Flocked red carpet stage

• ''Doorway'' cover opens outward with magnetic closure

• Fashion illustration graphics and metallic inks

• 1992-inspired decorative movie tickets, poster, and premiere invitations tucked inside

• Disney's Aladdin debuted in USA general release on November 25, 1992

• Part of the Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series, each sold separately

The bare necessities

Please note: Not a toy. Intended for adult collectors

• Plastic / polyester / metal

• Doll approx. 11 1/2'' H

• Box 16 1/2'' H x 12 1/2'' W x 6'' D

• Imported

The Frozen Sleigh Wind-Up Toy, which I bought at the Disney Store today, Monday January 5, 2015. It was released today along with many other Frozen merchandise. It is $6.95, which I think is a decent price for this toy. It also has a battery operated sound box, which plays a recorded conversation between Anna and Kristoff as they ride the sleigh. Olaf is hanging on to the back of the sleigh. The wind up mechanism enables the sleigh to move fairly rapidly on a hard flat surface. It is 4 1/2'' long.

Detailed photos of the Olaf's Frozen Adventure Elsa Limited Edition Doll. I got her from my local Disney Store on release day, Tuesday December 12, 2017, along with Anna. I was the only one waiting for the dolls before the store opened. She is #3818 of 7000.

I like her very much, both her new face and outfit. But she does have a couple of defects. One is that her hair is a bit messy on top, where part of her crown of bangs going the wrong way. The other is that there is a shallow cut on her forehead, that is especially visible when looking straight on in bright lighting. I think of it as a scar from the fight in the ice castle. The nicest thing I've discovered about the doll is that she has dark blue ice heels.

I show her in box, and with all the covers removed. I will debox her later. I show her next to my deboxed Frozen Fever Elsa doll and Harrods Snow Queen Elsa doll. Unlike those two dolls, OFA Elsa's cape doesn't have any embroidery. The snowflake and icicle patterns are depicted using glued on silver glitter appliques and clear crystals. Her dress does have considerable use of embroidery.

Elsa Doll - Olaf's Frozen Adventure - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in-store 2017-12-12

$119.95

Item No. 6003040900404P

Deboxing the Mulan Playset. First the inner box is removed from the outer box by sliding it out. Then the doll and accessories are removed from the inner box. They are placed next to it. There are still some packaging restraints on the doll and accessories. The gazebo is deboxed.

I also got the Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset ($29.95) today from my Disney Store. This is available online in the UK, but not in the US yet. My store didn't have the Belle or Anna playsets

yet. It comes with an 11 inch Mulan doll and many accessories.

Here is the UK site's detailed description of the item:

Disney Store Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset

£28.00

UK Disney Store

Recreate an iconic scene from Mulan with our wonderful tea ceremony playset! The ten piece set includes a beautiful Mulan doll, with painted features, a satin dress, and an array of accessories.

Magic in the details...

• Includes: Mulan doll, Little Brother figure, Cri-Kee in cage

• Gazebo, table, kettle, 2 cups, umbrella, and fan

• Mulan doll features posable arms, legs and head

• Kimono-style dress with glittery panel

• Realistic, rooted hair with flower accessory

• Made from plastic

• Playset: H29 x W6 x D3cm approx.

• Packaging: H33 x W18 x D35.5 cm approx.

• Warning: not suitable under 36 months due to small parts

• Created for Disney Store

There was more than a hundred people waiting outside the Disney Store this morning. Fortunately most of them were after the Mickey merchandise, and I got picked in the raffle for Jasmine. Several collectors that I knew were also there, but none of them got picked. I selected the first doll that was handed to me at the register, since she looked perfect. I didn't bring my camera, so no photos from the release. She is #425 of 4000. I show her boxed, and with the inner box taken out and the front viewing window taken off. She is very beautiful and my second most favorite doll from the series. She is first one that I managed to get from the store raffle, so I could take her home on release day. I will debox her tomorrow.

Jasmine Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in stores 2018-10-20

Sold out online in less than 5 minutes

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900545P

Belle : The doll is from the 2011 Classic Film Doll Collection. I changed her outfit with the 2010 Classic Belle Doll and add in more ruffles. I also curled her hair as she originally came with long straight hair.

Beast : The doll's head is the new mold and the body is the 2010 Classic Beast Doll body with full articulation. He is wearing the 2010 classic doll's shirt, vest, pants, boots, and the new doll's tux that I removed the beast's hands and tail.

I just bought the newly released 12 inch singing dolls from my local Disney Store. They are not yet available online. They had Aurora (as Briar Rose), Belle (in her Winter outfit) and Anna (in her Coronation outfit). They are $19.95 each, and have the same packaging as the Ariel, Cinderella, Elsa, Jasmine and Moana singing dolls released in 2018. They sing for about 15 seconds when you twist their left hand (to your right as you face them). Aurora sings 'Once Upon a Dream' acapella, Belle sings 'Something There' acapella and Anna sings 'Love Is an Open Door' with musical accompaniment.

I debox Aurora first, and will debox the others soon. Aurora is in her purple and black peasant outfit, with glitter floral design on her skirt. The glitter is well glued and doesn't shed. There is a crimson satin shawl around her arms, and a black satin ribbon in her golden blonde hair. Her straight bangs are a little too long, and partially hide her left eye. Her hair is soft except for her bangs, and end in gentle curls. There is a small red cloth rose with a short green stem. I left the rubberband securing it to her right hand. She has violet eyes glancing to her left, and dark pink lips in an open smile. She is barefoot, with rubber legs and fixed angled feet (as if she is on tip toes). Her left arm, which has the singing switch in her wrist, has a fixed elbow. She is a beautiful and fairly accurate depiction of Briar Rose.

I just received this Limited Edition Anna and Elsa Pin. It is much better looking than it looks from the stock photos, and my photos also do not do it justice. In particular, the delicate glitter and shades of blue-green in Elsa's gown don't show up that well in these photos, taken in artificial room light. Also, there are lovely snow flakes in the green background surrounding the girls, that are hard to see under the glossy surface. It will be really cool to wear this pin when I see this movie at the El Capitan theatre.

Anna and Elsa Limited Edition Pin - Frozen

US Disney Store

Released and SOLD OUT on 2013-11-04

Purchased on 2013-11-04

Received on 2013-11-08

$24.95

Item No. 6763047190124P

Sisters in thaw

Anna and Elsa have each other's backs as they pose for this Frozen pin. Featuring an asymmetrical border, pin-on-pin design and glitter detailing, this pin is a limited edition of 450, making it a hot item for pin collectors!

Magic in the details...

In response to our loyal Guests' requests, each Guest will be limited to ordering a maximum of one of this item per order.

•Limited Edition of 450

•Layered pin-on-pin design

•Enameled cloisonné

•Silvertone finish

•Glitter accents

•Mickey icon pinback

The bare necessities

•Metal / enamel

•2 1/2'' H

•Imported

I got the 2017 Disney Designer Collection flyer, which has the release schedule and rules for the individual sets (raffles as usual), but no images or mention of the side merchandise. My store didn't have any display for the collection, the CM just handed me the flyer when at the checkout counter.

Pre-order Full Collection (5 sets) - 9/4/2017

Cruella De Vil and Dalmatians - 9/19/2017 online (at 12:01 am PST) and in-store

Rapunzel and Flynn Rider - 10/3/2017 online (at 12:01 am PST) and in-store

Robin Hood and Maid Marian - 10/17/2017 (at 12:01 am PST) online and in-store

Moana and Heihei - 10/31/2017 online (at 12:01 am PST) and in-store

Ariel and King Triton - 11/14/2017 online (at 12:01 am PST) and in-store

Deboxing LE Elena. All covers are removed, leaving her on the cardboard backing, which is free standing. The Certificate of Authenticity is taken from under the backing, and placed in front of her.

I got the Elena of Avalor LE 17 inch Doll from my local Disney Store on the release day, Tuesday November 21, 2017. I went to my store at 11:30 am, instead of my usual line up before the store opens for LE doll releases. There were three of the doll behind the counter, but placed sideways and with no promo placard. So it wasn't obvious that there was a Limited Edition doll release today. The CM I bought the doll from didn't seem to know anything about the release, so I don't know how many dolls the store got in, how many they sold, or how many were remaining. I took the first doll that was handed to me, since the doll looked perfect to me. She is #1375 of 6000.

Elena of Avalor Designer Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in-store 2017-11-21

Purchased in-store 2017-11-21

#1375 of 6000

$119.95

Item No. 6003040900403P

Collectors and fans of Elena of Avalor alike will adore this highly detailed designer doll featuring the teenager in charge. Looking regal in her embroidered, rhinestone-studded dress, this limited edition doll will become a treasured favorite.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

Please note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Guest.

• Limited Edition of 6000

• Certificate of Authenticity

• Fully poseable

• Multi-layered dress features embroidered and rhinestone details

• Removable tiara, bracelet, and shoes (earrings are attached)

• Scepter features rhinestone accents

• Includes display stand

• Scenic display presentation box

• Inspired by Elena of Avalor on Disney Channel

The bare necessities

• Plastic

• 16'' H

• Imported

There was more than a hundred people waiting outside the Disney Store this morning. Fortunately most of them were after the Mickey merchandise, and I got picked in the raffle for Jasmine. Several collectors that I knew were also there, but none of them got picked. I selected the first doll that was handed to me at the register, since she looked perfect. I didn't bring my camera, so no photos from the release. She is #425 of 4000. I show her boxed, and with the inner box taken out and the front viewing window taken off. She is very beautiful and my second most favorite doll from the series. She is first one that I managed to get from the store raffle, so I could take her home on release day. I will debox her tomorrow.

Jasmine Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in stores 2018-10-20

Sold out online in less than 5 minutes

$109.95

Item No. 6003040900545P

Frozen Castle of Arendelle Play Set

US Disney Store

Release - 2013-10-28

Frozen Castle of Arendelle Play Set

$99.95

Item No. 6070036510943P

Just imagine!

She'll discover days of imaginative play creating her own adventures in the kingdom of Arendelle with this stunning, sparkling 3-level castle play set inspired by Disney's Frozen. Includes 5 play figures, plus 7-pieces of furniture!

Magic in the details...

Set includes:

•Three-level castle

•Anna, Elsa, Hans, Kristoff, and Olaf figures

•2 beds, wardrobe, vanity with stool, dressing screen, and couch

Additional features:

•Fold open to play, close to store all

•Place figures on ballroom platform and slide lever to see them dance!

•Glittering turrets and rooftops

•Hinged doors

•Satin skirts for Anna and Elsa

The bare necessities

•Ages 3+

•Plastic

•Castle 20'' H x 12'' W x 7'' D

•Figures up to 4'' H

•Imported

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

She's such a cutie! I love her dreamy, sweet expression. She seems a little sad looking too to me like Pocahontas.

Minnie has been fully deboxed, and is free standing.

Here are detailed photos of the 2018 Minnie Mouse Rock the Dots Limited Edition Signature Doll. I picked her up in person at my local Disney Store on release day, Monday January 22, 2018, which is also National Polka Dot Day in the US. She is also available online in the US and European Disney Store websites. She is the sixth Signature Minnie doll to be released by the Disney Store, but the first Signature Minnie doll that I have bought for my collection. She is #2405 of 6000.

She is 11 inches tall to the top of her head, or 12 inches to the top of her ears. She has rooted hair and eyelashes, and her ears are covered in her hair. She has a rocker style outfit, with black faux leather jacket, white shirt, red double layer tulle skirt with silver glitter dots, and a red satin underskirt. She is wearing black leggings, and faux suede boots. She had molded white plastic gloves, large red cloth bow, and red plastic rimmed sunglasses. She also has a black purse hanging from her left wrist. She comes in a designer style case, with black plastic base, clear acrylic cover, with a black and white polka dot background. She also comes with a cardboard slipcover.

Here are some observations I made after deboxing her. She can free stand very stably. I also managed to get her in a running stance without using a stand. I decided to leave the jacket tacked to her shirt, and her shades sewn to her hair. Her purse has a metal snap closure, and opens like a real purse. She has a black body below her head. She has 11 points of articulation: ball jointed neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips and knees, although some of her joints have limited freedom of movement. Her hair ears have black rubber bands around the base of the ears, and are very neatly bound, with no unsightly nubs sticking out.

Minnie Mouse Signature Doll - Limited Edition

US Disney Store

Released online and in-store 2018-01-22

$79.95

Item No. 6003040900451P

Minnie Mouse is a fashion sweetheart, and this limited edition collector's doll has her rocking her Signature style. Minnie's faux-leather jacket is complemented by her polka dot skirt, large red bow, and cool sunglasses.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

Please note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Guest.

• Limited Edition of 6000

• Certificate of Authenticity

• Disney Store Exclusive

• Fully poseable and free standing

• Features faux leather jacket, slouch boots, sparkling red metallic skirt, and envelope clutch purse

• Removable sunglasses

• Rooted hair styled in the form of Minnie's ears

• Rooted eyelashes

• Includes display stand

• Display presentation box

• Part of the Minnie Mouse Signature Collection

The bare necessities

• Plastic

• 13'' H (including bow)

• Imported

Heather Olson Doll - Monsters University - 11''

US Disney Store

$16.95

Released online 2013-05-13

Product images and information from the US Disney Store website.

Heather Olson Doll - Monsters University - 11''

$16.95

Item No. 6172040900003P

Cheer leader

Tackle the campus games alongside awesome Heather Olson, direct from Monsters University. This PNK sorority sister is one monstrously fun 11'' fashion doll.

Magic in the details...

•Poseable 11'' fashion doll

•Rooted and styled hair

•Knit Python Nu Kappa sweater

•Faux fur tutu and leg warmers

•Match to our Carrie Williams Doll - Monsters University - 11'', sold separately

The bare necessities

•Ages 3+

•Plastic / polyester

•11'' H

•Imported

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Deboxing the Mulan Playset. First we cut some seals in the top lid, then cut the tape securing the the inner box to the outer box. The inner box is removed from the outer box by sliding it out. The doll and accessories are attached to the inner box. They can now be seen and photographed more clearly without the front plastic window.

I also got the Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset ($29.95) today from my Disney Store. This is available online in the UK, but not in the US yet. My store didn't have the Belle or Anna playsets

yet. It comes with an 11 inch Mulan doll and many accessories.

Here is the UK site's detailed description of the item:

Disney Store Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset

£28.00

UK Disney Store

Recreate an iconic scene from Mulan with our wonderful tea ceremony playset! The ten piece set includes a beautiful Mulan doll, with painted features, a satin dress, and an array of accessories.

Magic in the details...

• Includes: Mulan doll, Little Brother figure, Cri-Kee in cage

• Gazebo, table, kettle, 2 cups, umbrella, and fan

• Mulan doll features posable arms, legs and head

• Kimono-style dress with glittery panel

• Realistic, rooted hair with flower accessory

• Made from plastic

• Playset: H29 x W6 x D3cm approx.

• Packaging: H33 x W18 x D35.5 cm approx.

• Warning: not suitable under 36 months due to small parts

• Created for Disney Store

Deboxing the Mulan Playset. First we cut some seals in the top lid, then cut the tape securing the the inner box to the outer box. The inner box is removed from the outer box by sliding it out. The doll and accessories are attached to the inner box. They can now be seen and photographed more clearly without the front plastic window.

I also got the Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset ($29.95) today from my Disney Store. This is available online in the UK, but not in the US yet. My store didn't have the Belle or Anna playsets

yet. It comes with an 11 inch Mulan doll and many accessories.

Here is the UK site's detailed description of the item:

Disney Store Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset

£28.00

UK Disney Store

Recreate an iconic scene from Mulan with our wonderful tea ceremony playset! The ten piece set includes a beautiful Mulan doll, with painted features, a satin dress, and an array of accessories.

Magic in the details...

• Includes: Mulan doll, Little Brother figure, Cri-Kee in cage

• Gazebo, table, kettle, 2 cups, umbrella, and fan

• Mulan doll features posable arms, legs and head

• Kimono-style dress with glittery panel

• Realistic, rooted hair with flower accessory

• Made from plastic

• Playset: H29 x W6 x D3cm approx.

• Packaging: H33 x W18 x D35.5 cm approx.

• Warning: not suitable under 36 months due to small parts

• Created for Disney Store

The Designer Snow White is fully deboxed, and put back on her display stand, holding her purse and with her fur stole around her arms. She is put on the red carpet stage, and back in the inner box. Then the inner box is placed inside the outer box, with the front covers opened.

Her fur stole is removable, and has snap closures to secure it to her arms. But her train is only removable on one side, the other side being sewn to her gown. She has the standard Designer Princess doll body, with swivel waist and rubber legs with internal knee joints and angled feet. Her elbow joints seem to be slightly different than those of my other Designer Princesses. Her included display stand is of different design than the similar saddle stands of the 17 inch LE dolls, in that there is a cross member that prevents the doll from swaying from side to side, which is useful when she is carrying the heavy metal purse accessory. The fur stole also helps to accommodate the purse's weight.

I received my Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series Snow White Limited Edition Doll today. I had ordered her online at the release day, shortly after 12 AM in the morning of Saturday October 6, 2018. She is #1301 of 4100. She came in a shipper box that is approximately the same size as the LE 17 inch doll shippers. It original shipping label said GIRLS TOYS LE PR DSGN SNOW DOLL F18, and CART #: 01298. There was a small piece of masking tape stuck to the side of the box with the actual edition number (matching the CoA): 1301. Inside there was another corrugated cardboard box snugly fitting in the outer shipping box. Inside that was the actual doll box, which was covered with tissue paper, and fit snugly in the inner shipping box, with cardboard caps on the top and bottom of the doll box. The shipper box was undamaged in transit, as was the inner box and the doll box itself.

The doll box has folding panels in the front with magnetic closure, with a large design sketch of Snow White and the year 1937 in large numerals. In the background are photographers in silhouette snapping photos, and a red carpet. The back of the box has angled corners, making for a hexagonal shaped box. The sides and back of the box also has images of Snow White. The top of the box has a clear window with the title of the collection in gold lettering. Inside the front covers are replicas of the movie poster, invitation and tickets to the premiere of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Carthay Circle Theatre in Los Angeles, on December 21, 1937. The doll is behind a rectangular viewing window extending almost the full width and height of the box.

The inner box containing the doll and front viewing window can be slid out from the outer box. It is entirely enclosed, so can be displayed as is, without having to deal with the front covers either covering up the doll, or taking up space in front or to the sides of the inner box. The doll is on top a red carpet that has steps in front, and is flocked cardboard.

The doll herself is by far my favorite of the current Designer Premiere Series. I'm slightly biased because Snow White is my favorite Disney Princess, and am so happy that she turned out so well. I think her gown and accessories are very beautifully designed and produced. It also is very fitting for Snow White, and would be something she would wear to the premiere of her own movie.

The contents have been completely deboxed and assembled. The inner box has been opened up, and forms a backdrop to the doll set. Anna is sitting up on the bed.

I like this set very much. The Anna doll has the same face that was introduced with the OFA Elsa and Anna doll set, but her hairdo is new. Some of it is gathered into a ponytail (including her white streak), but most of it is straight down her back. She long stiff straight bangs in the front. She is wearing a nightgown, and a simplified coronation gown is included, with two hair ribbons, two hair clips and a crown. There is also a brush, a dressing screen and a chest. The chest opens up and is useful to store the little accessories after the set is deboxed. The best thing about this set is that there is a bed that is 11 1/2 inches long, the same length as the doll, so she can lay down in it without having to bend her knees, or having her feet over the end. The backing can also serve as a backdrop for the set after it is deboxed, especially if the backing is opened up. The set is available online on the ShopDisney site, but I haven't seen it in stores yet.

Anna Classic Doll Coronation Day Play Set - Frozen

$29.95

US Disney Store (ShopDisney)

Released online August 6, 2018

Item No. 6005040900549P

Revisit favorite moments from Frozen - and create new stories - with this 16-piece play set including Anna classic doll in her satin nightdress, plus all her royal bedroom accessories from the film.

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Magic in the details

16-piece play set includes:

• Anna classic doll in satin print nightdress

• Sparkling satin coronation dress

• Bed, blanket, pillow, dressing screen, pair of shoes, two hair ribbons, two barettes, crown, brush, clothes hanger, and trunk accessories

• Display packaging

• Inspired by Frozen

The bare necessities

• Ages 3+

• Plastic / polyester

• Doll 11 1/2'' H

• Imported

Here the Beauty and the Beast Stained Glass Window Replica is placed in front of the Beauty and the Beast Throw, with depicts the same scene in a larger scale.

I just received the Beauty and the Beast Window Replica from the Disney Store. It is part of the Art of Disney Theme Parks Collection. It came in a large carton that was long and wide but thin, 28'' x 18'' x 4''. It weighed in at 10 pounds, with the item itself weighing a hefty 7 pounds. It was very well packaged in a styrofoam padded box. The window was in perfect condition, except for a very small unpainted spot near the top of the rose, which I didn't notice until I held it up to the light.

Despite what the Disney Store description says, the replica is actually made of glass, not resin. It is a single pane of thick glass that is painted over, divided into sections by a thick black material. A real stained glass window would be made of sections of differently colored pieces of glass that are held together by lead. Since this replica is actually made of glass, and the paint is a relatively thin coat, it is translucent and looks very much like real stained glass when back lit. The colors are very bright and applied very evenly, except for a small bald spot that I mentioned earlier. It comes with hanging hardware, but I don't think I will actually hang it on a wall. Instead I will simply prop it up against a wall, when I find a good spot to put it. I don't have a Beauty and the Beast nook yet, but I may have to create one in order to display this amazing work of art properly.

Beauty and the Beast Window Replica

US Disney Store

Disney Parks Merchandise

Released online October 7, 2013

$150.00

Item No. 7509055880262P

Tale old as time

Let the light of a happy ending brighten your home decorating with this resin replica of a stained glass window from the epilogue of Disney's Beauty and the Beast.

Magic in the details...

Created especially for Walt Disney World Resort

• Replica ''stained glass'' window

• Bas relief sculptured filigree frame

• Celebrating the New Fantasyland at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom

The bare necessities

• Resin

• 23 1/2'' H x 13'' W x 1'' D

• Imported

The Art of Ariel Charm Bracelet Watch

Art of Ariel Collection

Disney Store

Debuted at the 2013 D23 Expo, August 10, 2013

Released online August 19, 2013

First Look

This is a very beautiful and well made heavy duty charm bracelet with a watch. The watch has a portrait of Ariel made by Enrique Pita. It is adjustable in length from about 7'' to 8 1/2'' long. In contrast with the Ariel Charm Bracelet released earlier this year (currently sold out), it has no charms of sidekick characters from The Little Mermaid. It is clearly meant to be for adults, to wear or to collect.

Note: Despite the name of the item and what the description states below, there was no D23 sticker on the lid of my watch case.

Product Information:

The Art of Ariel Charm Bracelet Watch - D23

$99.95

Item No. 2092048070883P

Tide and time

Voyage to a timeless tale while wearing Ariel's treasured chain link bracelet with petite watch pendant and a bounty of sea harvest charms, including shimmering gem starfish, seashells and pearled bangles.

Magic in the details...

• Chunky chain link bracelet with toggle clasp

• Charms include pocket watch with Ariel face, two faceted starfish gems, two faceted gem seashells, sculptured metal seashell, enameled starfish with gem center and a host of faux pearls

• Silvertone finish hardware

• Sweeping second hand

• Stainless steel caseback

• Japan movement

• 2-year limited warranty

• Comes in attractive snapcase with padded lid and special D23 foil sticker

• Celebrating the return of Disney's classic The Little Mermaid on DVD and Blu-ray disc

• Part of The Art of Ariel Collection

The bare necessities

• Metal / glass / plastic

• Watch: 1'' Diameter

• Charms up to 1 1/4'' L

• Watch and bracelet: 8 1/2'' L

• Imported

The Aurora and Maleficent Doll has been fully deboxed. Aurora is sitting on her stool next to Maleficent. Aurora has her hands on her lap. Maleficent is standing, supported by a Kaiser stand. Maleficent has her left arm outstretched, and her right arm is bent inward. This mimics the poses in the concept art for this doll set.

Here are detailed photos of the Aurora and Maleficent Doll Set. This is the fourth and last release of the 2016 Disney Fairytale Designer Collection. It is #1335 of 6000.

I got it in my local Disney Store's raffle at lunch time, on release day, Tuesday October 18, 2016. About 8-10 people showed up for the raffle, for 18 doll sets. So about the same number of people for each of the releases in this series. I saw three sets before I was satisfied with mine, mainly due to Aurora's curly bang not laying right against her forehead, and/or too many stray hairs.

Aurora and Maleficent Doll Set - Sleeping Beauty - Disney Fairytale Designer Collection

$129.95

Item No. 6003040901408P

US Disney Store

Released in stores 2016-10-18

Released online 2016-10-19

Beauty rare

Disney's Fairytale Designer Collection pairs heroes and villains in dramatic limited edition doll sets. After sixteen years of anticipation, Maleficent fulfills her evil curse on the Princess Aurora with this highly detailed duo.

Here are photos I took of the promo placard and display dolls at my local Disney Store today. They were only supposed to display the Cinderella doll (which is actually the second doll to be released). But the manager brought out the Snow White, Jasmine and Ariel dolls from the back so I can see them and take photos. They have not yet received the last two dolls to be released, Tiana and Belle. The placard lists the release dates and photos of the dolls, along with their edition sizes. They will be released one per week on Saturday, starting on October 6, rather than the usual Tuesday. They will start to hand out vouchers starting an hour before store opening and lasting about 30 minutes. They will then announce the winners of the raffle about 20 minutes before store opening, who may then purchase the doll being released that day. The online release will take place at 12:01 AM (Pacific time) on the morning of that same day. Each doll will cost $109.95.

The schedule of releases (for the US and Canada):

Snow White, 10/6/2018, LE 4100

Cinderella, 10/13/2018, LE 4400

Jasmine, 10/20/2018, LE 4000

Ariel, 10/27/2018, LE 4500

Tiana, 11/3/2018, LE 4000

Belle, 11/10/2018, LE 4500

The official announcement was made by the ShopDisney Facebook page this morning with a video of the dolls:

Disney Designer Collection: The Premiere Series

ShopDisney announcement

2018-09-10 9:32 am

Introducing, Disney Designer Collection: The Premiere Series. Inspired by the runways and red carpets during each beloved Disney heroine's theatrical debut, each doll's iconic fashion and accessories are carefully designed to capture a moment in fashion history.

Each doll releases every Saturday from October 6 to November 10 online at 12AM PT and through in-store lottery.

More photos and information at the ShopDisney website:

Disney Designer Collection: The Premiere Series

The UK Shop Disney Facebook page also announced the series this morning, with different release dates and procedures than the US/Canada stores.

Disney Designer Collection is proud to introduce The Premiere Series

The Disney Designer Collection is proud to introduce The Premiere Series, inspired by the runways and red carpets during each theatrical debut. Disney Designer Collection - Premiere Series – Snow White will be the first doll to be released from the series on 9th October and will be £95. There will be a global edition size of 4100, with 929 available to Europe. These will be available in selected stores* and online from 8am. Limited to 1 per Guest per household.

Release dates as follows:

Cinderella – 16/10

Ariel – 30/10

Belle – 13/11

Jasmine – 27/11

Tiana – 11/12

*Champs Elysees Paris, Lakeside West Thurrock, Oxford Street London, St Enoch Glasgow, Metro Centre Tyne & Wear, Bullring Birmingham, Grand Arcade Cardiff, Manchester Arndale, Westfield White City, Liverpool, Bluewater, Grafton Street Dublin, Puerta Del Angel Barcelona, La Vaguada Madrid, Juan De Austria, Parque Sur, Milan, Rome, Florence, Naples, Colombo, Munich, Stockholm.

For more info: Disney Designer Collection

Deboxing the Mulan Playset. First we cut some seals in the top lid, then cut the tape securing the the inner box to the outer box. The inner box is removed from the outer box by sliding it out. The doll and accessories are attached to the inner box. They can now be seen and photographed more clearly without the front plastic window.

I also got the Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset ($29.95) today from my Disney Store. This is available online in the UK, but not in the US yet. My store didn't have the Belle or Anna playsets

yet. It comes with an 11 inch Mulan doll and many accessories.

Here is the UK site's detailed description of the item:

Disney Store Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset

£28.00

UK Disney Store

Recreate an iconic scene from Mulan with our wonderful tea ceremony playset! The ten piece set includes a beautiful Mulan doll, with painted features, a satin dress, and an array of accessories.

Magic in the details...

• Includes: Mulan doll, Little Brother figure, Cri-Kee in cage

• Gazebo, table, kettle, 2 cups, umbrella, and fan

• Mulan doll features posable arms, legs and head

• Kimono-style dress with glittery panel

• Realistic, rooted hair with flower accessory

• Made from plastic

• Playset: H29 x W6 x D3cm approx.

• Packaging: H33 x W18 x D35.5 cm approx.

• Warning: not suitable under 36 months due to small parts

• Created for Disney Store

I got my Couture de Force Elsa figure from the Disney Store on January 6, 2015. She is also available from other sites for a considerable discount from the list price. The details are amazing, and her transparent cape looks like it is actually made of ice. There are a total of five crystals - one in her crown, one in her necklace, one in the snowflake she is holding in her left hand, one in her hair (all of which are round clear gemstones), and a larger rectangular blue stone in her bodice. There is iridescent glitter on the snowflakes in her skirt and cape. There is just one significant paint flaw, with some paint rubbed off or missing from one of her fingers. I didn't even notice it until I examined a closeup photo that I took of her right hand. Otherwise, she is in perfect condition, with an excellent paint job.

Her face is very pretty, but is not as movie accurate as that of the Grand Jester Elsa. Her face and eyes are too round, and her nose is too narrow and straight. She is 8'' high to the top of her head, slightly taller than the 7 1/2'' H Elsa Grand Jester bust. She is very stable free standing.

I show my Belle doll with the outer skirt rotated to various positions, to see how it looks. I removed her purse for this experiment, so it wouldn't get in the way of rearranging her skirt. She is on her display stand, which is secured to the red carpet stage by a wire.

Deboxing Moana. The doll and accessories have been removed from the backing, and placed next to it. Moana still has various factory restraints on her. Hei Hei, Pua and the sand dune base are stacked on top of each other, without any restraints.

Here are detailed photos of my Disney Store Limited Edition Moana 17 inch doll, boxed and deboxed. She is #1531 of 6500. I also got a spare Moana that I will leave mint in box, but I haven't looked to see what edition number that doll has.

She has mock sand on her feet, and there is also sand on the base for Pua. Somewhat like glitter, the sand does shed, and found its way on the sides of the box, and on the doll itself. Some of the sand on the tips of her toes also got rubbed off.

Moana has a unique body, but is fully articulated. She has ball jointed neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles. Instead of the chest joint that are on most of the female Disney Store 17 inch LE dolls, Moana has a waist pivot joint that allows her upper torso to spin around 360 degrees. This is similar to the Designer Princess waist joint, but is lower down her back, just above her butt. That is doubtless due to her bare midriff. With large her flat feet, Moana can free stand very stably. But I think that some of her joints are a little too loose, especially her waist joint.

Her body proportions are also unique for a Disney LE doll, but that is due to those of the animated character herself. In particular, her arms and legs are thicker than the other LE Princess dolls. Rather than the flat hands of the other LE Princess dolls, Moana has curved hands, which I think look more natural. Her face is very pretty and a very good likeness of the animated character. She has thick eyebrows, big brown eyes glancing to her upper right. She has short painted eyelashes, but no rooted eyelashes (like the LE Merida dolls). She has a large flat nose, and full dark brown lips in a closed mouth smile.

She has dark brown wavy hair that has a lot of hair product, so it feels a bit crunchy. Some of her hair was actually stuck to the plastic support, her body and her clothes, due to the hair product not being fully dry when she was assembled. There was also some bits of tissue paper stuck to her hair.

She has a garland of cloth leaves and plastic flowers on her head, It is permanently attached to her head. There are plastic leafy bands around her left arm and both ankles. The arm band was rather loose, and I had to keep on moving it back up her arm. I think it could use a rubber band to keep it tight, which I don't think I accidently cut when deboxing her. Her ankle bands did have rubber bands around them. She has a beaded plastic necklace with a shell pendant that opens. I removed the large rubber band around her upper chest and the plastic support that kept the pendent attached to her top. But I left the rubber bands that kept the upper part of the necklace in place. She has an short satin orange top with white beaded decoration. There is a matching belt or sash around her hips, over her skirt. Her skirt has two woven layers, with a straw underskirt.

Pua is very stable on the sand dune base (and there are indentations in the base to show where to place him). Hei Hei can free stand on Pua's head, but you have to place him very carefully, using the indentations on Pua's head as a guide. He can also be made secure by a rubberband around Pua's head and over Hei Hei's feet.

Moana's oar is placed on her left side in the box, but the way the handle is formed on the oar, it fits most easily on her right hand (to our left when she faces us).

Classic Disney Princess Snow White Doll - 12''

US Disney Store

$14.95

Released online June 10, 2013.

I really like this new Snow White doll. I think she is great improvement over the 2012 model. Her head and face are the same as the 2012 doll, which I like very much. Her hairdo is now much more movie accurate and managable, by eliminating the messy upper side curls. Her bodice looks the same, but her skirt is shorter and has a pretty floral pattern in gold glitter. The best change is the addition of a red satin cape. Even though it is only half-length, it makes the doll much more royal looking, and movie accurate. The other major change is the replacement of the fully articulated legs with the old rubber legs, with fixed angled feet and internal knee joints. I would rather that they fixed the problems with the 2012 legs, but the rubber legs do look a lot better, with the disadvantage of being much less posable.

The 2013 Disney Princess Classic Doll Collection, released on June 10, 2013. They consist of 11-12'' articulated dolls of the 11 official Disney Princesses, from Snow White to Merida, as well as Princes, Villains and Sidekicks. Images from the US Disney Store website. When I get the dolls in person, I will also photograph them boxed, during deboxing and fully deboxed. I will also post reviews and comparative photos.

Following product information from the Disney Store website. The description isn't complete, since it doesn't mention the red cape.

Classic Disney Princess Snow White Doll - 12''

$14.95

Item No. 6070040900674P

Classic Dolls $10 each when you buy 2 or more

Fear no Evil

The fairest of them all, our Disney Princess Snow White Doll will transform every play time into a fairytale come true. Snow White's deluxe gown features detailed glittering accents so it'll sparkle, just like true love's first kiss.

Magic in the details...

•Deluxe costume features blue glitter bodice with satin puff sleeves, white satin collar and yellow satin dress with glitter detailing

•Includes red satin headband

•Fully Poseable

•Packaging includes QR code that can be scanned with your smart phone for a special movie moment of your favorite Disney Princess

•Combine with the 12'' The Prince Classic Doll and Evil Queen Classic Doll, sold separately

•Part of the Disney Princess Classic Doll Collection

The bare necessities

•Ages 3+

•Plastic/polyester

•12'' H

•Imported

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Deboxing the Mulan Playset. First we cut some seals in the top lid, then cut the tape securing the the inner box to the outer box. The inner box is removed from the outer box by sliding it out. The doll and accessories are attached to the inner box. They can now be seen and photographed more clearly without the front plastic window.

I also got the Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset ($29.95) today from my Disney Store. This is available online in the UK, but not in the US yet. My store didn't have the Belle or Anna playsets

yet. It comes with an 11 inch Mulan doll and many accessories.

Here is the UK site's detailed description of the item:

Disney Store Princess Mulan Tea Ceremony Playset

£28.00

UK Disney Store

Recreate an iconic scene from Mulan with our wonderful tea ceremony playset! The ten piece set includes a beautiful Mulan doll, with painted features, a satin dress, and an array of accessories.

Magic in the details...

• Includes: Mulan doll, Little Brother figure, Cri-Kee in cage

• Gazebo, table, kettle, 2 cups, umbrella, and fan

• Mulan doll features posable arms, legs and head

• Kimono-style dress with glittery panel

• Realistic, rooted hair with flower accessory

• Made from plastic

• Playset: H29 x W6 x D3cm approx.

• Packaging: H33 x W18 x D35.5 cm approx.

• Warning: not suitable under 36 months due to small parts

• Created for Disney Store

In-Store release of Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series merchandise, on Friday September 28, 2018. My local Disney Store had all six of the Designer Princesses on display. Snow White was deboxed, and in a clear plastic display case. The others were in their boxes, and Guests were free to handle the boxes and inspect the dolls up close. They also had several of the ColourPop Designer makeup items for sale. Next to the Designer dolls were items related to them, including jewelry and accessories. The Designer items that were released last week were available for sale here. That included the two LE pin sets, the LE ornament set, the notecard set and wine glass set. I took detailed photos of the Belle and Tiana, the two dolls that I hadn't seen in person yet.

The Designer Dolls release schedule:

US and Canada ($109.95 US):

Snow White, 10/6/2018, LE 4100

Cinderella, 10/13/2018, LE 4400

Jasmine, 10/20/2018, LE 4000

Ariel, 10/27/2018, LE 4500

Tiana, 11/3/2018, LE 4000

Belle, 11/10/2018, LE 4500

UK and Europe (£95, 110 Euros):

Snow White - 9/10, 929 available for UK and Europe

Cinderella – 16/10

Ariel – 30/10

Belle – 13/11

Jasmine – 27/11

Tiana – 11/12

Merida Classic Doll with Bear Cub Figure - 12''

US Disney Store

Released online 2016-06-20

$16.95

Aim for fun

Revisit the epic story of Brave with our boldest princess. This Merida Classic Doll, looking regal in her signature green gown alongside brotherly Bear Cub figurine, is ready for adventure wherever your imagination leads.

Magic in the details...

• Deluxe satin costume with sparkling organza trims

• Comes with brotherly Bear Cub figurine

• Fully poseable

• Part of the Disney Princess Classic Doll Collection

The bare necessities

• Ages 3+

• Plastic / polyester

• Doll: 12'' H

• Bear Cub: 2 1/2'' H

• Imported

Safety

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.