Dolldom's Holiday Wishbook

Who recalls the arrival of the Sears Wishbook? Or was it Spiegel's? Marshall Fields' or JC Penney's? Montgomery Wards'? Whichever tome made it to your childhood household, we are sure that you as a child (many of us still are) felt great excitement discovering the latest toy and doll offerings for the upcoming holiday. For Christmas 2016, Dolldom aims to convey the marvel felt by young eyes pouring over the photos of toys and dolls galore.

It's that time again! Sit in a comfortable chair and choose your favorites from Dolldom's Holiday Wishbook!


Ready for Spring Rain. A vintage 14" Sweet Sue Sophisticate by American Character promises playtime in the spring in her Tonner/Effanbee reproduction of Fashion Toni's wet weather wear.


Wind Me Up! A Russian-made wind up bear circa 1970s holds an nondescript object (missile, baby bottle) and drinks from it when wound up. Dolldom likes the odd too.


Belle poupée!  Anouk by Nav Sikand offers the feel and scents of 1960s European fashion dolls. Anouk wears a necklace by Joy Jarred. Anouk's hair was restyled by the master of hair Bobby Taylor at Pink Bubbles Doll Spa.


I Want a Pet Monkey! Options abound this year! From an organ grinder's companion to a small smiling chimp, no child will grow up without the company of the creature from whom he or she evolved.


I'll Dress You Up with My Love! Tammy by Ideal is the perfect choice for those who love to dress and redress and redress their dolls. Gorgeous high color blonde Tammy had her hair refreshed by the master of the flawless do, Mr. Bobby Taylor. Tammy wears separates from her line.


Sophisticated Lady. In everyone's wish list is a chic Séverine by Julian Kalinowski, dressed in black by Rosina Haskell for more drama.


Mod Bird! A Silsktone Francie is perfection when her hair is redone by Bobby Taylor. This style replicates one of Catherine Deneuve's looks in the film Belle de jour.


That's Our Baby Suzy Cute! Because every child should have a baby doll to develop life-giving and life-sustaining instincts. Made By Deluxe Reading, this little darling drinks and wets and raises her arms too.


Beauty in 3-D!  No Christmas morning would be complete without a Mary Magpie doll by Joey Versaw. Mary Magpie is the world's very first 3-D printed fashion doll that also comes with 3-D printed wigs. All of this computer generated reality then gets hand painted and assembled by Mr. Versaw. What a triumph of extremes! Mary wears a reproduction by Marirose.


Sneak Peek! Only for you, dear Dolldom readers, here they are: the mysterious trio known as the S Girls: Sylvain, Stella, and Sable. The newest venture of Julian Kalinowski, the dolls feature different face sculpts, all hand painted by their creator. Could the whole affair be more OOAK? Fashions by Clare Duncan.


Grand Finale. The vintage dream of Mel Odom closes our catalog of toy wonders. Gene Marshall and Trent Osborn, manufactured with focused attention to detail and quality by JAMIEshow Dolls, allow us to enter an idealized vision of Old Hollywood where one's fatigued psyche can take a rest and revel in its beauty. Dolls from this year's "Hollywood Canteen" convention.

May all your toy and doll wishes come true!

Resources for readers:

JAMIEshow Dolls

Mary Magpie by Joey Versaw

Joy Jarred Jewelry

Marirose Designs

Dolls by Julian S. Kalinowski

Anouk 

Rosina Haskell Design

Pink Bubbles Doll Spa

Holiday Magic

It's the ultimate holiday event for 1956: Gene Marshall's television special broadcast from New York City. And the entire Monolithic Studios' crowd is scheduled to appear. They have all made the trek from sunny Hollywood to join in the fun!


A preview, you say? Dolldom gladly obliges with this exclusive portfolio of Monolithic Studios' galaxy of stars wearing the most luscious holiday finery.


Miss Gene Marshall ("Hollywood Canteen" version produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) will open the television extravaganza singing "Winter Wonderland" in "Holiday Magic" designed by Tim Kennedy and produced by Ashton-Drake.


Her lovely raven wig is also a "Hollywood Canteen" JAMIEShow Convention exclusive.


Madra Lord ("Hollywood Canteen" version as produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) will be a sensation in "Highland Fling" also designed by Tim Kennedy and produced by Ashton Drake. Miss Lord will regale viewers singing "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm". Hot Toddy comfort for all!


Miss Lord's red hot curls are a "Hollywood Canteen" JAMIEshow Convention exclusive wigcap.


Miss Violet Waters ("Hollywood Canteen" version as produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) is aglow in "Shimmering Star" designed by George Sarofeen and produced by Ashton Drake. Miss Waters, famed for her exquisite voice, has chosen to sing "Deck the Halls" from her most recent album of Christmas classic songs.


Miss Waters selected a platinum "Claudette" wig cap to complement the opalescent shine of her silvery gown.


Miss Ivy Jordan ("Hollywood Canteen" version as produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) gives Madra Lord a run for the money in "Ransom in Red" designed by Tim Kennedy and produced by Ashton Drake. Miss Jordan will amuse us all with her comical interpretation of "The Night Before Christmas".


A "Sofia" platinum wigcap beautifully highlights Miss Jordan's California suntanned complexion.


Miss Oona ("Hollywood Canteen" version as produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) opted for the expressive "At Home for the Holidays" designed once again by the prolific Tim Kennedy and produced by Ashton Drake. Miss Oona will perform a holiday-themed magic act, bound to enthrall young and old alike.


Platinum tresses are the choice of these best coiffed stars.


Miss Marsha Hunt ("Hollywood Canteen" version as produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) will make a special appearance in "Spellbound". And it is again Mr. Tim Kennedy the designer of the elegant gown and cape ensemble.


An ash blonde "Violet" wigcap balances the fuchsia and garnet opulence.


The special is scheduled to close with an emotional rendition of "Auld Lang Syne"sung by the icon of the Silent Screen, Miss Zita Charles ("Poised for Success" version produced by Mel Odom and JAMIEshow) swathed in the whisper-soft pink satin of "Blossoms in the Snow". The designer? Mr. Tim Kennedy, of course!


Miss Charles' ash-blonde Marcel Wave hairstyle is elegantly understated.

Dolldom wishes all its readers and friends a peaceful 1956 holiday season! And do not forget to tune in on Christmas Eve for Miss Gene Marshall's televised gala. 

For more on Gene Marshall and her friends, make sure to visit them at JAMIEshow Dolls.

Dark Victories

The last time that Mel Odom's "Hollywood Canteen" Ivy Jordan produced by JAMIEshow Dolls visited Dolldom, the star of Monolithic Studios and gal pal to Miss Gene Marshall, portrayed the quintessential blonde glamour queen.



Today, Miss Jordan relishes modeling beautiful fashions chosen to complement her dark hair styles. For as Miss Jordan herself expressed: "Brunettes and redheads have as much fun, maybe even more than blondes! In all truth, the secret is a combination of character and wit." Dolldom could not agree more with Miss Jordan, whose stupendous face sculpt is one of Mel Odom's favorites. For Miss Jordan can remind us of the great Greta Garbo in one shot and of the energetic Rosalind Russell in another. And that ladies and gentleman is a gift that becomes evident in the accompanying portfolio. Quite a victory for dark hair shades!


In a dark brown "Violet" wig cap, Ivy Jordan models a Retros suit made with a vintage nubby knit and recycled fur. The dark hair brings out her glamorous blue eye shadow.


Contrasting Points! The blouse of "Green with Envy", produced by Ashotn-Drake for Mr. Odom's Madra Lord, tops a sexy mini sequined dress by Liz Cole for Retros. The black wig cap's side curls repeat the circular motif.


Baby, Blue? Yes, and a Titian hard cap with by Time of Doll. Miss Jordan's cocktail dress is a fantasy of flocked organza and was made by Liz Cole for Retros. Pearl jewelry by VJT Designs.


Fiery Dame! In "Spotted in Manhattan" Madra Lord's red wig cap, Miss Jordan shines in "A Cool Breeze in Vegas" Oona's sheath and a recycled fur coat by Joshard. Earrings by Joy Jarred.


Red, red and more red. Mix one "Sophia" wig cap in auburn with a luminous cherry red silk satin dress by Liz Cole for Retros for a most intoxicating combination. Pearl jewelry by VJT Designs adds a cooling touch.


Asian Airs. In an ash brown bob hard cap wig by Time of Doll and a vintage brocaded silk sheath by Liz Cole, Miss Jordan is in the mood for love. Peacock necklace by Joy Jarred.

"Hollywood Canteen" Ivy Jordan

Retros by Liz Cole

Time of Doll Wigs

Vogue (Monolithic Studios' Remix)

What are you looking at?
Strike a pose
Vogue

Greta Garbo, and Monroe
Deitrich and Miss Madra Lord

Marlon Brando; Jordan, Vee

On the cover of a magazine

Gene Marshall; Harlow, Jean

Picture of a beauty queen
Zita Charles, Fred Astaire

Ginger Rodgers, dance on air

They have style, they have grace
Rita Hayworth gives good face
Oona, Katherine, Marsha too

 
Violet Waters, we love you

Ladies with an attitude
Trent Osborn's in the mood

Don't just stand there, let's get to it
Strike a pose, there's nothing to it

Vogue

Vogue with Mel Odom's iconic Gene Marshall 

and friends as manufactured by JAMIEshow Dolls.