Dolls are a classic for a reason. Check out some of the latest additions to the category.
Baby Alive Magical Mixer Baby Doll Tropical Treat with Blender Accessories, Drinks, Wets by HASBRO INC.
Pros:
Interactive Play: The doll comes with a real working toy blender, allowing children to mix pretend food and feed the doll, enhancing imaginative play.
Realistic Functions: After feeding, the doll drinks from a bottle and wets or "poops" in its diaper, providing a lifelike caregiving experience.
Accessories Included: The set includes a removable outfit, comb, blender, spoon, bottle, two diapers, and two packets of doll food, offering a comprehensive play experience.
Cons:
Ongoing Supply Costs: The included doll food and diapers are consumable, requiring additional purchases for continued play, which may be inconvenient for some parents.
Potential Messiness: Feeding the doll and changing its diaper can be messy, necessitating supervision and cleanup after playtime.
Limited Sound Features: The doll does not produce sounds, which might be a drawback for children seeking auditory interaction.
Blender Operation: While the toy blender is functional, it may require assistance from an adult to operate, especially for younger children.
Durability Concerns: Some users have reported issues with the doll's feeding mechanism over time, potentially affecting its long-term functionality.
12/19/2024
Mannequin Head Human Hair, Beauty Star Doll Head for Practice Hair Styling, 80% Real Hair Cosmetology Makeup Hairdressing Training Manicanequin Head by Beauty Star
Pros:
Comprehensive Set: It comes with a clamp stand and a DIY hair styling braiding set, offering essential tools for hairstyling practice.
Educational Use: Ideal for cosmetology students and professionals to refine their skills, as well as for parents to practice braiding and styling with their children.
Positive Customer Feedback: The product holds a 4.3 out of 5-star rating on Amazon, based on 813 reviews, indicating general customer satisfaction. 2024
Cons:
Hair Shedding: Some shedding may occur, especially during initial use, which is common with mannequin heads but can be minimized with gentle handling.
Heat Limitations: The hair should not be exposed to temperatures exceeding 180°C (356°F) to prevent damage, limiting the use of high-heat styling tools.
Hair Quality Variations: While the hair is predominantly human, the 20% synthetic blend may affect the overall texture and responsiveness to certain styling techniques.
Clamp Stability: Some users have reported that the included clamp stand may lack stability during vigorous styling sessions, potentially requiring an upgrade for more intensive use.
12/19/2024 (Price: $40)
Barbie Dream Besties Doll & Accessories Playset, Renee Posable Fashion by MATTEL INC.
The Barbie Dream Besties Renee Doll is an exciting playset that includes a stylish posable doll and a collection of accessories themed around food and video content. Available now with significant savings, it makes a compelling option for any Barbie fan. Here are some of the pros and cons of this playset.
Pros
Aesthetic Appeal: The Renee doll has a modern, chic look with her long black hair and purple highlights, giving her a vibrant and stylish personality. This makes her visually appealing to kids who love dolls with trendy looks.
Posability: Renee is fully posable, allowing kids to create a variety of fun and dynamic poses. This makes playtime more engaging and allows for creative storytelling.
Themed Accessories: The playset includes 11 food and video-themed accessories, such as a laptop, toast handbag, slice of pizza, pretzel, chips, a smoothie, a cell phone, and a phone case. These accessories enhance imaginative play and allow kids to build unique scenarios.
Cons
Hair Quality: Some users have reported that the quality of the doll's hair could be improved. Issues such as tangling and frizzing have been noted, which can detract from the overall experience.
Clothing Durability: The quality of Renee's clothing, while fashionable, may not be very durable. Some users have pointed out that the top could be better made and may not withstand rough play.
Limited Articulation: While Renee is posable, her range of movement is somewhat limited compared to some other dolls. This can restrict certain poses, which may be disappointing for those looking for full articulation.
11/21/2024
L.O.L. Surprise! Lights Glitter Doll with 8 Surprises Including Black Light Surprises by MGA ENTERTAINMENT Unbox 8 surprises, including a sparkly doll with black light surprises with glitter doll is a new character. Shine the included black light on your doll to reveal black light surprises.
Feed or bathe your doll for a water surprise, including color change.
Go! Go! Sports Girls Soccer Girl Cassie Read & Play Doll and Book Set by DREAM BIG TOY COMPANY This Read & Play includes: your very own Soccer Girl Cassie doll with her soccer ball, backpack, and towel, and a fully illustrated story book. Children find out who wins the big game as they learn fun facts about soccer in this entertaining story written for beginning readers. Awarded Dr. Toy's 2014 10 Best Award and Oppenheim Toy Portfolio's Platinum Award. Go! Go! Sports Girl products are designed as a fun and educational way to promote self-appreciation and the benefits of daily exercise, smart eating and sleeping habits, self-esteem, and overall healthy life skills for girls. The books and dolls in the series encourage all children to dream big and work hard to achieve their goals—and have fun while doing so. 1/31/2016 (Price: $22.99)
Groovy Girls Noelle with Celessence by MANHATTAN TOY Noelle has a fresh peppermint scent. From our award winning Groovy Girls collection. Soft 13" doll features embroidered facial features and hands. Outfit is removable and attaches with a Velcro-like closure on back. Scent Technology by Celessence - an innovative micro-encapsulation delivery system. Gently hug doll to release scent. 9/30/2015 (Price: $22.00; Age: 3 and up)
Roominate Chateau by MAYKAH INC Girls can build their very own unique structures with the Roominate Chateau! Using the included building pieces that easily snap together, girls can tap into their imaginations to design two-level structures, bunk beds, balconies, a house on wheels, and other endless possibilities. Teaches important STEM skills: hands-on problem solving, spatial and fine motor skills, self-confidence, and creativity. Electrical circuits enhance designs so girls can watch their creations come to life with real movement, including spinning windmills, carousels, lamps, and more. Included in this 131-piece set are 8 wall/floor panels, 52 furniture building pieces, 32 connectors, 4 arches, 4 wheels, 2 axles, a motor, string of 4 lights, 2 switches, 2 battery packs, a screwdriver, doll, pet, and 20 sheets of craft paper. Requires 4 AAA batteries, not included. 9/30/2015 (Price: $49.99)
Mon Premier Bébé Bath Baby Doll & Accessories by COROLLE DOLLS Specially designed for bathtime play, Corolle's Mon Premier Bébé Bath Baby Doll & Accessories is soft, poseable and so light it floats in water. In this boxed set, the doll comes complete with 8 accessories, including a snorkel mask with two different frames, floaties and flippers, too, for enhanced water play fun. Filled with polystyrene beads that dry quickly, this Bébé Bath Baby Doll will be your child’s favorite playmate out of the tub, too. When bathtime is over, simply air-dry the doll by hanging it from the tab on the back of its neck. Bébé Bath Baby Doll features quality materials and careful attention to detail. Her face and limbs are made of soft, supple vinyl that is delicately scented vanilla -- a Corolle signature, and her blue eyes close when you put her down for a nap or at bedtime, just like a real baby. From waking to sleep, Bébé Bath Baby Doll will be your child's favorite companion. 7/20/2015
La Newborn - Pretty in Pink Knit by JC TOYS GROUP INC The La Newborn Collection of Real Life Baby dolls introduces its newest addition. Dressed in a beautiful pink knit set, our La Newborn is as sweet as can be. This precious La Newborn features a new delightful expression and striking baby blue eyes that are sure to melt your heart! She is a 15" all-vinyl Anatomically Correct “Real Girl" with moveable arms, legs and head. She is made completely out of vinyl for easy care. This sweet little girl is all dolled up in a cute pink knit romper, matching chic cloche hat and booties. This amazing set also includes a matching knit blanket, so your child can swaddle her to keep her cozy and safe. JC Toys is the leading online source for lifelike baby doll girls and accessories, and you’re going to love the incredible value that we offer for this adorable newborn baby doll set! She is made in Spain and perfect for children ages 2+. 5/21/2015 (Price: $59.99; Age: 2 and up)
Kitty Hooded bathrobe & Slippers by DREAM BIG WHOLESALE DOLL CLOTHES LLC Adorable white Kitty hooded Bathrobe, embroidered whimsical kitty face and ears on hood and slippers. 4/3/2015
BabbleBaby Newborn Nursery Sweet Baby by MADAME ALEXANDER Your Babblebaby™ doesn't talk yet...but it does have a language of its own! When you talk to your baby it will talk back! Babblebabies™ uniquely responds to your voice with over 80 different real baby sound combinations including babbles,coos,cries, and giggles! It’s designed to be the perfect baby doll for little parents.This baby has light skin, blonde hair baby and blue eyes.It looks, feels, and sounds like a real baby.
2/15/2015 (Price: $119.95; Age: 3 and up)
My Friend Cayla by VIVID IMAGINATIONS My Friend Cayla is a one of a kind interactive doll. She uses wifi to connect to Google, giving her the ability to answer kids questions. She can also talk to them conversationally. 2/10/2015
Unbox 8 surprises, including a sparkly doll with black light surprises with glitter doll is a new character.
This Read & Play includes: your very own Soccer Girl Cassie doll with her soccer ball, backpack, and towel, and a fully illustrated story book. Children find out who wins the big game as they learn fun facts about soccer in this entertaining story written for beginning readers. Awarded Dr. Toy's 2014 10 Best Award and Oppenheim Toy Portfolio's Platinum Award. Go! Go! Sports Girl products are designed as a fun and educational way to promote self-appreciation and the benefits of daily exercise, smart eating and sleeping habits, self-esteem, and overall healthy life skills for girls. The books and dolls in the series encourage all children to dream big and work hard to achieve their goals—and have fun while doing so. 1/31/2016 (Price: $22.99)
Girls can build their very own unique structures with the Roominate Chateau! Using the included building pieces that easily snap together, girls can tap into their imaginations to design two-level structures, bunk beds, balconies, a house on wheels, and other endless possibilities. Teaches important STEM skills: hands-on problem solving, spatial and fine motor skills, self-confidence, and creativity. Electrical circuits enhance designs so girls can watch their creations come to life with real movement, including spinning windmills, carousels, lamps, and more. Included in this 131-piece set are 8 wall/floor panels, 52 furniture building pieces, 32 connectors, 4 arches, 4 wheels, 2 axles, a motor, string of 4 lights, 2 switches, 2 battery packs, a screwdriver, doll, pet, and 20 sheets of craft paper. Requires 4 AAA batteries, not included. 9/30/2015 (Price: $49.99)
The La Newborn Collection of Real Life Baby dolls introduces its newest addition. Dressed in a beautiful pink knit set, our La Newborn is as sweet as can be. This precious La Newborn features a new delightful expression and striking baby blue eyes that are sure to melt your heart! She is a 15" all-vinyl Anatomically Correct “Real Girl" with moveable arms, legs and head. She is made completely out of vinyl for easy care. This sweet little girl is all dolled up in a cute pink knit romper, matching chic cloche hat and booties. This amazing set also includes a matching knit blanket, so your child can swaddle her to keep her cozy and safe. JC Toys is the leading online source for lifelike baby doll girls and accessories, and you’re going to love the incredible value that we offer for this adorable newborn baby doll set! She is made in Spain and perfect for children ages 2+. 5/21/2015 (Price: $59.99; Age: 2 and up)
My Friend Cayla is a one of a kind interactive doll. She uses wifi to connect to Google, giving her the ability to answer kids questions. She can also talk to them conversationally. 2/10/2015
