May 2010 New Specialty Toys — Dolls

This soft, velour 10" doll has embroidered facial features and attached tricot wings in a fresh white gown. The machine washable Little Princess Angel is available in a choice of blonde, brunette and brunette/tan styles and is safe for all ages.

This anatomically correct, all-vinyl baby doll drinks and wets and loves to take a bath. Emma is a potty-training aid, too, and is recommended by Potty Training Pro Teri Crane. At 14", she comes complete with four accessories: pink potty, pacifier, feeding bottle and disposable diaper. Liza Grando, Account Executive at Moss-Tucker Associates, told TDmonthly, "Corolle dolls are set apart from all others by their sweet, expressive faces, quality materials and construction, creative fashions and a soft, subtle scent of vanilla." Awards: 2007 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal; 2006 ASTRA 100 Best Children's Products; 2006 ASTRA 10 Best Socially Responsible Toys; 2005 Grandparents Magazine Best Doll. Launch date: 2005.

Becca looks like she just flew in from the garden, wearing a dainty pink and yellow dress with strappy, little pink shoes. Her hair is bright pink with blue highlights that match her wings and dress ruffle. Becca is part of the Special Edition Flutterflies collection with fantasy colored hair and detachable wings.  Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy told TDmonthly, "She'll make a great gift for any gal!" Launch date: 2010.

Tessa is excited for Spring and styled in pink, orange and maroon. Her outfit features floral pattern shoes, pink tights, polka-dot shoes and a striped tank. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Groovy Girls always find a new way to stay groovy. Tessa is one of five in the brand new T doll collection." Launch date: 2010.

Lilydolls can shine in this delightful summer, cotton ensemble. Any Lilydoll will look fun and fresh in these orange plaid pants and matching hipster short sleeve shirt. The hat adds extra flare along with little blue shoes. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This cute outfit is highly detailed and will get any Lily Doll ready for a day outside!" Launch date: 2010.

Thora is ready for a Spring day out with friends. She wears a bright yellow dress with matching shoes. Her dress is highlighted with blue and pink ruffles and screen-printed blue butterflies. Also, her long hair is accented with pink highlights. Launch date: 2010.

Harper is a soft, classic doll who features a hip teal dress, orange poncho and tall tan boots. Lily Doll outfits are removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

Astrid is a soft, classic doll who features a hip teal dress, orange poncho and tall tan boots. Lily doll outfits are removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

This classic soft doll features a pink dress and jacket with flower headband and sandals. Her outfit is removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

Liliana is one of the three "sweet" fairies eager to delight. Liliana wears a bright orange and yellow dress with mushroom spots, green leggings and pink wings, and her orange hair is highlighted with a flower-shaped headband. Liliana is one of six Beneath the Leaf dolls, which are about 6" in height and highly detailed. All are from the forest, but their facial expressions are different — some appear "sweet" and some appear up to "mischief." Launch date: 2010.

Audralina is one of Manhattan Toy's three "sweet" fairies. She's wearing a beautiful polka dot dress, pink striped tights and green wings, and her pink hair is highlighted with a little leaf-shaped headband. Audralina is one six Beneath the Leaf dolls, which are about 6" in height and highly detailed. All are from the forest, but their facial expressions differ — some appear "sweet" and some appear up to "mischief," Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly. "She is just the right size to flutter along anywhere with whisper-soft wings." Launch date: 2010.

Princess Isabella is pretty in pink, red and orange and topped off with a shiny silver necklace and tiara. She has long hair that is perfect to play with. According to Julie Flann, Marketing and Sales Manager at Manhattan Toy, "Princess Isabella is special because she is highly detailed. She includes a tiara, necklace and satin, tulle, lace and sparkly dress." Launch date: 2010.

Knight Keanan is the prince charming of the Groovy Girls collection. He's ready to go out on adventures and explore the world. Keanan comes with a dashing silver, blue and yellow armor, a purple removable cape, and silver sword that can be worn in his belt or held in his hand. Launch date: 2010.

An adorable outfit addition to the Baby Stella collection, the Dress Up Ladybug Outfit has shiny blue wings and is bright red with black highlights on the arms, legs and tummy. It comes with a matching hat to complete the ensemble and make your Baby Stella look just like a lady bug! Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "If your child loves to play dress up, they will want to have this outfit for their doll!" Launch date: 2010.

 This soft basket is light yellow and green with pink accents. The entire basket is lined and has a pillow and removable padded bottom to make sure the doll has all the comfort needed. Marketing & Sales Manager Julie Flann of Manhattan Toy told TDmonthly, "The Baby Stella Moses Basket is super cozy and is just right size for Baby Stella dolls and is highly detailed." Launch date: 2010.

12" porcelain doll clutching a plush white lamb. Hayley is wearing a long, pink dress trimmed with white lace and a headdress adorned with flowers.

This 6" poseable fairy with mesh fairy wings debuts the Precious Pudgy Doll Collection by The Doll Maker & Friends.

A companion doll for young riders, Camille Equestrienne is dressed in a riding outfit complete with cap, jacket and boots. She has long rooted hair for styling fun and can wear any 13" fashion from the Les Cheries collection. "Headquartered in the Loire Valley, the storybook region of Langeais, France, Corolle is a brand that embodies all the values of childhood. The extraordinary attention to detail in all their dolls and accessories reflect the company’s reputation — established over three decades — for quality materials and classic design," Liza Grando, Account Executive, Moss-Tucker Associates, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2010.

This miniature, poseable play doll is about 4" tall and comes in a box with a cat and a brush accessory. Brianna is one of eight dolls in the Ty Li'l Ones collection. Launch date: Spring 2010.
— "The No. 1 thing we just got in is the Li'l Ones from Ty," Steve Banducci of Games Unlimited in Danville, Calif., told TDmonthly in March 2010. "We got in 96 two weeks ago and we have about 15 left. Kind of a surprise."

This charming, soft-bodied baby doll has sleeping eyes and can suck on its thumb or his pacifier, just like a real baby. Suce-Pouce can wear any 14" baby doll fashion from the Corolle collection. Launch date: 2008.

This 12” charmer is designed to encourage hugs and capture hearts. Dressed in a bright polka dot dress with coordinating headband, Calin has a soft “beanbag” body that can be posed just like a real baby. "Headquartered in the Loire Valley, the storybook region of Langeais, France, Corolle is a brand that embodies all the values of childhood. The extraordinary attention to detail in all their dolls and accessories reflect the company’s reputation — established over three decades — for quality materials and classic design. Each doll’s expression, hair, skin tone and limb features are realistic and natural, and a light scent of vanilla is added to the vinyl for sensory appeal. Designed for durability and playability, Corolle dolls are created for a lifetime of hugs," Liza Grando, Account Executive, Moss-Tucker Associates, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010.
— In a Summer 2011 survey, 5 out of 14 retailers told TDmonthly that Calin from Corolle was their best-selling doll.  Paula Bolte, owner of Imaginations Toy & Furniture Co. in Blacksburg, Va., said she sells a few Calins a month, and a dozen a month during the holidays.
— As of 06/27/2011 this product had 3.5 out of 5 stars from 6 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Durable; well-made; machine washable. Cons: Two reviewers said the doll's teeth were yellow.

Welcome Home Baby GoGo™! This adorable 13-inch baby doll comes dress in soft, cozy pajamas and a hat. Children can tuck Baby GoGo™ in with the blankie included. This gift set also comes with a storybook, Baby GoGo™ Goes Home.

These wooden, magnetic dolls come in a box with multiple clothing options and include stands for playtime.
— Five of 38 retailers told TDmonthly in February 2010 that Melissa & Doug magnetic dress-up items are a best-selling wooden toy in their stores.

This collectible character figure from the Twilight Series features a 17" athletic body with brown eyes. Jacob Black, in the likeness of Taylor Lautner, is dressed in jeans, a knit muscle shirt and casual sneakers.