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Beauty and the Beast Limited Edition Dolls
Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
UK Disney Store
Released in store and online October 1, 2013
Product information:
Beauty and the Beast Limited Edition Dolls
£100.00
Item No. 411047169108P
Relive the classic fairytale where Belle proves that love is indeed blind. Ever deserving of the name Beauty, she's joined by her Prince, Beast in this elegant pair of Disney Fairytale Designer Collection dolls.
Magic in the details...
• Disney Fairytale gift bag included with each doll
• Set of 2 dolls
• Belle and Beast characters from Beauty and the Beast
• Limited edition of 6000
• Only one purchase per guest on day of release
• Please note: Limit of two purchases per household
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity
• Posable bodies
• Belle wears satin gown with off-the-shoulder bodice
• Embroidered detailing and rhinestone accents
• Long gloves and lace underskirt
• Cascading hair and rooted eyelashes
• Beast wears a velvet coat and printed satin waistcoat
• H38 x W19 x D19cm approx
• Arrives in luxury presentation box
• Intended for adult collectors, not a child’s toy
• Designed by Disney Store Artists
• Part of the Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
• Created for Disney Store
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
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
Side by side comparison of the the Live Action Wedding Jasmine (2019, LE 750) versus the Animated Wedding Jasmine (2015, LE 250) Limited Edition 17 inch dolls. Both by the Disney Store. They are fully deboxed, and are supported by their included display stands.
The 2016 Classic Pocahontas doll has been completely deboxed. She is standing, supported by a Kaiser stand, with Flit perched on her hand. She is joined by the 2011 Classic Pocahontas doll. I will also compare other Disney Store Pocahontas dolls with the 2016 version at a later time.
Pocahontas Classic Doll with Flit Figure - 12''
$16.95
Item No. 6001040901386P
US Disney Store
Released online 2016-06-20
Purchased online 2016-06-20
Received 2016-06-22
Here I am comparing seeing the window by direct (reflected) light, versus backlighting (transmitted light). First in in a room brightly lit by morning sunlight, then against a window with indirect sunlight shining through it, then reversed window with transmitted light. Front lit, you can see the molding on the frame much better, and the black dividing lines give the window a three dimensional look, but it looks like a painting rather than a stained glass window. Back lit, it looks much more like a stained glass window. By indirect sunlight, the colors are muted compared to the front lit window, and it looses the three dimensional aspect, as the frame and dividing lines are now flat looking. It looks much more like a stained glass window now. Finally, another shot of the window with direct sunlight shining through it.
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 2016 Classic Pocahontas doll has been completely deboxed. She is standing, supported by a Kaiser stand, with Flit perched on her hand. She is joined by the 2011 Classic Pocahontas doll. I will also compare other Disney Store Pocahontas dolls with the 2016 version at a later time.
Pocahontas Classic Doll with Flit Figure - 12''
$16.95
Item No. 6001040901386P
US Disney Store
Released online 2016-06-20
Purchased online 2016-06-20
Received 2016-06-22
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
Ariel and Eric are deboxed, and are side by side.
I got the Ariel and Eric 'Kiss the Girl' playset yesterday (Tuesday October 23) from my local Disney Store. It came out in the UK about three weeks ago, and I have been anxiously waiting for it to arrive in the US since then. It is in some stores in the US, but not online in the US ShopDisney site yet. It costs $59.95 (twice as much as the previous Classic Disney Doll playsets that came out this year), and is in a huge box. It has Ariel and Eric in a rowboat, with fishes and Flounder spouting water around them. There is also a Sebastian figure, and two more outfits for Ariel (mermaid and pink). I show the set boxed, during deboxing, and fully deboxed in various configurations. I put the set in front of the background formed by the inner box, and finally rebox the set.
Ariel is sporting her blue kingdom tour dress, and finally has her hair parted in the correct side of her head (on her left). She also has some heavily gelled bangs on her right side reminiscent of Snow Queen Elsa's crown of bangs.
Eric is in white shirt and blue pants, with black boots. He is remarkable in that he is the first Classic Prince doll to be fully articulated. He has the same body as Li Shang and Flynn Rider of the 2017 Disney Designer Collection limited edition doll sets. So he has a swivel jointed neck, and ball jointed elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles. He can also sit without splaying his legs. As with most Prince dolls, he has a smaller head than his Princess, Ariel, which looks strange when they are side by side.
The boat can be separated from the base, consisting of the plastic water and fish. The oars can be separated from the boat. Sebastian can free stand, or can be inserted into peg at the bow of the boat.
This is a great set, and I think is worth the cost. The only problem is to find a place to put it, especially if it is out of the box.
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
Side by side comparison of the the Live Action Wedding Jasmine (2019, LE 750) versus the Animated Wedding Jasmine (2015, LE 250) Limited Edition 17 inch dolls. Both by the Disney Store. They are fully deboxed, and are supported by their included display stands.
Snow White with the inner box removed from the outer box, and the front lid of the inner box removed. The doll is now in clear view.
Here are photos of Snow White's inner box taken out of the outer box. That way the doll can be displayed without the front flaps getting in the way or taking up display space. It slides out of the outer box smoothly, but it helps if two people do the job, especially if the inner box is a tight fit. One person holds the outer box steady while the other pulls the inner box out. The inner box is entirely enclosed, and is the same hexagonal shape as the outer box. There is even images of paparazzi on the sides and back of the inner box. The front of the inner box contains the clear plastic viewing window, and slides off easily off the back of the inner box. The Certificate of Authenticity in under the inner box, between the bottom of the inner front lid and the bottom of the back of the inner box. The display doll has a blank edition number on the CoA. There are packaging ties and tabs showing in the back of the inner box, but they are not too unsightly. With the viewing window taken off, the doll is in clear view. She is on a raised platform, with steps in front, covered in red velvet. Looking her accessory purse close up, I can finally see a large letter S in the middle of the ornate golden pattern. Also I noticed for the first time her upper lipstick pattern, which has U shaped indentation in the middle, with sharp corners, which I find a little strange.
I have measured the box for these dolls. It is 16.5'' H x 12'' W x 6'' D. That compares with the original Designer cases that were 15'' H x 7'' W x 7''D. The 2017 Designer cases were 15'' H x 9'' W x 9'' D. The regular 17'' LE Doll boxes are 19'' H x 11'' W x 6'' D. To put the box size in perspective, if you put the six dolls in this series in their boxes side by side, they take up six feet or 72 inches. If you put the 10 original Designer Princess dolls in their cases side by side, they take up 70 inches, or a couple of inches less than the six dolls of the Premiere Series.
If you wish to have the dolls visible, there is a problem because the front panels don't bend all the way back to the sides,so they either take up a lot of room to the sides and/or the front. If you want to remove the front panels, then they are attached to the outer box, so you have the find room to store the outer box, since it won't slide behind the inner box. So in effect there is a problem very similar to the slip cover problem that the original Designer dolls had.
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
They will cost $109.95 each.
The official announcement was made by the ShopDisney Facebook page the morning of Monday September 10, 2018 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 the same day, 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
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.
The Mulan playset has been fully deboxed. They assembled in front of the inner box which has been opened up, making use of its background art as a backdrop.
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 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 debox Wedding Ariel, and show her side by side with the original Once Upon a Wedding Ariel doll, which was released in early 2011, and never re-released. This new Wedding Ariel has the new 2017 Ariel base doll, and a simplified version of the 2011 gown. She has a half length aqua green mesh veil, as opposed to the full length veil of the original. The dress is much narrower than the original, and she has white flats rather than heels. In fact, she has flat feet, which is new for Disney Store Princess dolls with rubber legs, and cannot wear heels. This is the new style for all the Disney Store classic Princess dolls, which is too bad as not even Cinderella will have heels. Finally she is missing the corsage that the original had. I have misplaced the corsage of my original doll, which is why she isn't holding one. The original Wedding Ariel is about a 1/4 inch taller than the new one because she is wearing high heels rather than flats. Their actual heights are 11 1/2 versus 11 1/4 inches.
Ariel Wedding Classic Doll - 11 1/2''
$16.95
Item No. 6001040900349P
US Disney Store
Released in some Disney Stores 2017-07-14
Released online 2017-07-18
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.
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
LE Alice has been fully deboxed. She is posed standing, supported by her included plastic and metal doll stand.
I purchased this beautiful Limited Edition Alice in Wonderland 17'' Doll from eBay. She was originally released in 2011 by the Disney Store. She is #241 of 500. She is photographed alone, and with LE Snow White.
She came already deboxed, but with several factory restraints still remaining on the doll. She came with the original box and CoA. The doll and box are in excellent condition. The base of the doll stand has some yellowing, and the rubber band securing the tea cup to Alice's hand is also yellowed. Some of the side curls near her head are slightly undone, due to the hair product becoming less stiff.
She is long golden yellow hair with gold tinsel highlights, that is mostly straight. She has a flat black bow on the top of her head. She has short curvy eyelashes sparsely rooted above her eyes, that match the painted lashes. She has the same head mold as the Limited Edition Snow White 17'' doll, so is smaller than the other dolls in the series. Her lips are a pale pink, her eyes are deep blue. Her dress is violet with alternated layers of satin and lace in the skirt. She has a double layer stiff white tulle petticoat. She has white stockings that go past her knees. She has her iconic black shoes with straps; they have high heels.
She is slightly shorter than Snow White, by about 1/4 inch, and matches Merida as the shortest Princess doll in the series, at 16 1/4'' tall on the doll stand. Snow White's doll stand is 1/4 inch thicker than Alice's, so that makes Snow White 1/2 inch taller on the doll stand. I think Alice and Snow are the two most beautiful dolls in the series, including their face, hair and outfits. Because Alice is only LE 500, compared to the LE 5000 Snow White, she is much more expensive than Snow in the secondary market. That is one reason why it has taken me so long to get her, but I am glad that I finally did.
The Little Mermaid Deluxe Doll Gift Set
US Disney Store
Released in select stores June 20, 2013
Released online July 8, 2013
Product images and information from the US Disney Store website.
The Little Mermaid Deluxe Doll Gift Set
$79.95
Item No. 6070040900879P
Treasures untold
Now your little mermaid can imagine her own undersea adventures with Ariel's deluxe five doll boxed set, including two exclusive 12'' characters; Ursula and for the first time ever, her alter-ego Vanessa!
Magic in the details...
5 Doll Set Includes:
•Ariel
•Prince Eric
•King Triton (with trident accessory)
•Ursula (exclusive to this set)
•Vanessa (new and exclusive to this set)
•Plus Flounder, Sebastian, and Scuttle play figures
Additional Information:
•Ariel and Vanessa dolls feature textured hair
•Detailed costumes with satin, velour and glitter accents
•Fully poseable
•Presentation window gift box with carry handle
•Celebrating the return of Disney's The Little Mermaid on DVD and Blu-ray
The bare necessities
•Ages 3+
•Plastic / polyester
•Dolls up to 12'' H
•Figures up to 2'' H
•Imported
Safety
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
The Aurora and Maleficent Doll has been fully deboxed. Aurora is standing next to Maleficent, each of them supported Kaiser stands. Aurora has her arms by her sides. Maleficent has her arms stretched out to her sides, is holding her staff and Diablo is resting on her arm.
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.
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 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
Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
US Disney Store Product Page
Release In-Store - October 15, 2013
Release Online - October 16, 2013
Product information from the US Disney Store website:
Ariel and Prince Eric Doll Set - Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
$129.95
Item No. 6070040900891P
Above the sea
The red-headed Ariel gets her wish to be out of the sea and with her handsome prince, Eric, in this pair of limited-edition dolls. Part of the Disney Fairytale Designer Collection, they feature elegantly detailed costumes.
Magic in the details...
Please Note: Each Guest will be limited to ordering a maximum of one of this item per order.
As part of the Disney Fairytale Designer Collection this pair of Ariel and Prince Eric dolls were carefully crafted by artists inspired by Disney's 1989 movie The Little Mermaid. The Disney Princess and handsome Prince have been reimagined in exquisite detail with these limited edition dolls. Brought to life with thoughtful attention, they uniquely capture the essence of the fairytale couple, creating a one of a kind set that will be a treasured keepsake of collectors, Disney fans, and every princess at heart!
•Global Limited Editon of 6000
•Includes Certificate of Authenticity
•Ariel features her signature red curls tied back with a blue satin bow
•Rooted eyelashes
•Lacey off-shoulder neckline
•Satin and velvet bodice with embroidery and rhinestone accents
•Embroidered taffeta overlay with printed inset hemmed with lace trim at the bottom
•Prince Eric features billowy satin shirt with embroidered detailing
•Crimson sash, belt and matching boots
•Dolls sold in a special keepsake display case with intricate details on the base, including a golden plate with the name of Ariel and Eric
•Includes special Disney Fairytale Designer Collection Gift Bag
•Part of the Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
* Intended for adult collectors -- Not a child's toy.
The bare necessities
•Plastic / polyester
•Ariel: 11 1/2'' H
•Prince Eric: 12'' H
•Imported
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 Pocahontas and John Smith Designer Dolls are now completely deboxed. Here is the empty display stand in which they were originally packaged. The dolls placed back in the stand, in their original positions. However, Pocahontas' hair is much neater than it was originally, and her braids are now visible, being placed in front of her, rather than behind her. Her shawl has also been loosened, so her arms and hands are now in more natural positions. Her feet are now directly below her, and the trim of her skirt is now a bit neater.
Pocahontas has the same body and head as the 2014 Classic Pocahontas doll, but with obvious changes to her face and hair. Her external hinged knee joints are largely hidden by the trim of her dress, and her articulated ankles enable her to stand flat footed.
John Smith has the standard Disney Store prince body, and his satin shirt is sewn to his vest. The faux suede bag can be opened up by undoing the Velcro fasteners. There is a plastic piece inside to keep it full looking, which I left.
Photos of my Limited Edition Pocahontas and John Smith 12'' Designer Doll Set. Second of five releases in the 2014 Disney Fairytale Designer Collection. I purchased them in store on the release day, Tuesday Sept. 30, 2014. They are #1352 of 6000, and cost $129.95. I think these dolls follow the artwork very well, and look very good together. I like the colors and textures of Pocahontas' outfit and accessories much better than the original Designer Pocahontas doll (released in October 2011). I also think her face is prettier and her expression gentler and more natural. John Smith also has a good expression, and doesn't look as bland as most of the other Designer Princes. The couple are presented side by side in the box, so are both very well shown.
Pocahontas and John Smith Doll Set - Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
US Disney Store
Released in stores 2014-09-30
Released online 2014-10-01
Purchased in store 2014-09-30
#1352 of 6000
$129.95
Item No. 6070040901072P
Free spirit
The noble Powhatan Indian, Pocahontas, has never looked more beautiful than she does paired here with the adventurous John Smith. This elegant set of Disney Fairytale Designer Collection dolls is the result when their two worlds become one.
Magic in the details...
Please Note: Purchase of this item is limited to 1 per Guest.
As part of the Disney Fairytale Designer Collection this pair of Pocahontas and John Smith dolls were carefully crafted by artists inspired by Disney's 1995 movie. Pocahontas and John Smith have been reimagined in exquisite detail with these limited edition dolls. Brought to life with thoughtful attention, they uniquely capture the essence of the fairytale couple, creating a one of a kind set that will be a treasured keepsake of collectors, Disney fans and every princess at heart.
• Global Limited Edition of 6000
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity
• A golden braided feather headdress adorns Pocahontas' wind-swept long, black hair
• Teal blue signature necklace with a feather charm
• Highly detailed embroidered bodice
• Matching light tan suede skirt with beaded fringe details
• Layered suede wrap belt with sculpted feathers
• Deep chocolate brown suede shawl with tonal leaf flocking
• Dramatic make-up and rooted eyelashes
• John Smith wears a quilted blue suede tunic
• Weathered boots and tan suede satchel with gold buckle
• Dolls sold in a special keepsake display case with intricate details on the base, including a golden plate with the names of Pocahontas and John Smith
• Includes special Disney Fairytale Designer Collection Gift Bag
• Part of the Disney Fairytale Designer Collection
* Intended for adult collectors -- Not a child's toy.
The bare necessities
• Plastic / polyester
• Pocahontas: 11 1/2'' H
• John Smith: 12'' H
• Imported
I just received the Disney Designer Collection Premiere Series merchandise that I ordered online when they were released last Monday, September 17, 2018. They are the notecard set, the limited edition ornament set, and the limited edition pin sets. All of these items sold out on the release day. The notecards and possibly the ornament set will be available in stores later this month.
The notecard set contains 24 cards, 4 for each of the 6 Princesses represented with the artwork for the Designer doll, and 26 color coded envelopes. It doesn't have the stickers that previous notecard set had, but it has a velvet ribbon that wraps around the set to secure the lid to the box. The cards are 6'' H x 4'' W, and are blank inside. I like the all of the artwork, which wraps around to the backside of the cards. It's price is $16.95.
The Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Doll Set with the contents deboxed and placed in and around the empty backing.
I really like Belle's winter outfit. She appears to be last year's model, as her face and hair (widow's peak) are different. She has rubber legs and dark pink flats. The most impressive props are the enchanted rose in the bell jar, and the enchanted mirror. The bell jar is removable from the base, and the enchanted rose is glittery. The enchanted mirror is a real glass mirror, which reminds me of Designer Princess Rapunzel's mirror.
Here are detailed photos of the newly released Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Doll Set ($79.95), that I just got from my local Disney Store. The accessory figures look really detailed and well done. In fact, I like Chip better in this set than the one with the new Classic Belle doll. Also the bluebird looks nicer than the one with the new Classic Snow White. Belle and Beast are in their winter outfits. Belle also has her blue peasant outfit and her yellow ball gown. Beast also has his formal outfit. Philippe is way too small, but is a very cute plush. I like this set way better than the ones for Aladdin or Sleeping Beauty.
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
Aurora is deboxed and lying down. Her hair is tidied up and her skirts fully extended. Showing off her skirts. She has an oversized outer sheer blue chiffon skirt, and a dark blue satin skirt underneath. She has the traditional Designer Princess body, with fully articulated arms, swivel waist joint, and rubber legs with internal knee joints and fixed angled feet.
The tape along the edges of the backing has been cut, and the backing opened up, showing the tabs and wires on the inside. The dolls and their accessories are freed from the backing. Then the backing is cut off from the base. The large plastic support piece behind the dolls is then removed. First to be removed from the display case is Aurora. Her skirt is freed from the base of the case, and is raised to show the wires and tissue wrapped around her legs. There is actually no doll stand for Aurora, just her stool.
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
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
The Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Doll Set with the contents removed from the box, but still attached to the backing.
Here are detailed photos of the newly released Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Doll Set ($79.95), that I just got from my local Disney Store. The accessory figures look really detailed and well done. In fact, I like Chip better in this set than the one with the new Classic Belle doll. Also the bluebird looks nicer than the one with the new Classic Snow White. Belle and Beast are in their winter outfits. Belle also has her blue peasant outfit and her yellow ball gown. Beast also has his formal outfit. Philippe is way too small, but is a very cute plush. I like this set way better than the ones for Aladdin or Sleeping Beauty.
The doll box, with the front covers opened. We can now see the doll and accessories.
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.
I show her boxed, with the inner box removed from the outer box, and finally with the front viewing window removed from the inner box.
I will fully debox her tomorrow and post photos here when I do.
Snow White with the inner box removed from the outer box, and the front lid of the inner box removed. The doll is now in clear view.
Here are photos of Snow White's inner box taken out of the outer box. That way the doll can be displayed without the front flaps getting in the way or taking up display space. It slides out of the outer box smoothly, but it helps if two people do the job, especially if the inner box is a tight fit. One person holds the outer box steady while the other pulls the inner box out. The inner box is entirely enclosed, and is the same hexagonal shape as the outer box. There is even images of paparazzi on the sides and back of the inner box. The front of the inner box contains the clear plastic viewing window, and slides off easily off the back of the inner box. The Certificate of Authenticity in under the inner box, between the bottom of the inner front lid and the bottom of the back of the inner box. The display doll has a blank edition number on the CoA. There are packaging ties and tabs showing in the back of the inner box, but they are not too unsightly. With the viewing window taken off, the doll is in clear view. She is on a raised platform, with steps in front, covered in red velvet. Looking her accessory purse close up, I can finally see a large letter S in the middle of the ornate golden pattern. Also I noticed for the first time her upper lipstick pattern, which has U shaped indentation in the middle, with sharp corners, which I find a little strange.
I have measured the box for these dolls. It is 16.5'' H x 12'' W x 6'' D. That compares with the original Designer cases that were 15'' H x 7'' W x 7''D. The 2017 Designer cases were 15'' H x 9'' W x 9'' D. The regular 17'' LE Doll boxes are 19'' H x 11'' W x 6'' D. To put the box size in perspective, if you put the six dolls in this series in their boxes side by side, they take up six feet or 72 inches. If you put the 10 original Designer Princess dolls in their cases side by side, they take up 70 inches, or a couple of inches less than the six dolls of the Premiere Series.
If you wish to have the dolls visible, there is a problem because the front panels don't bend all the way back to the sides,so they either take up a lot of room to the sides and/or the front. If you want to remove the front panels, then they are attached to the outer box, so you have the find room to store the outer box, since it won't slide behind the inner box. So in effect there is a problem very similar to the slip cover problem that the original Designer dolls had.
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
They will cost $109.95 each.
The official announcement was made by the ShopDisney Facebook page the morning of Monday September 10, 2018 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 the same day, 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
The Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Doll Set with the contents removed from the box, but still attached to the backing.
Here are detailed photos of the newly released Beauty and the Beast Deluxe Doll Set ($79.95), that I just got from my local Disney Store. The accessory figures look really detailed and well done. In fact, I like Chip better in this set than the one with the new Classic Belle doll. Also the bluebird looks nicer than the one with the new Classic Snow White. Belle and Beast are in their winter outfits. Belle also has her blue peasant outfit and her yellow ball gown. Beast also has his formal outfit. Philippe is way too small, but is a very cute plush. I like this set way better than the ones for Aladdin or Sleeping Beauty.
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
LE Elena boxed.
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
The set in its unopened box.
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