Who's that Girl? Her Name is Defa Lucy!

There's a new girl in town, and her name is Defa Lucy. Dolldom is delighted to profile Defa Toys' Defa Lucy Collectible Dolls Icon .004, as the evidence of care and attention to details produces a remarkable quality offering. From box to stand to face-up with rooted eyelashes to a gorgeously executed fully lined camel coat, Defa Lucy Icon .004 gives the collector a bang for the buck. Accessories abound in this set: sunglasses, purse, cap, boots, hose, sports bra and bottom - even a black metal hanger with DL engraving. And the fashion is a hip interpretation of current trends: black hoodie, black boxer shorts, and the already mentioned luxe camel coat. The tension created by the classic styling of the coat and the relaxed versatility of the sport essentials makes Icon .004 a unique presence in the 1:6th scale fashion doll universe.

Congratulations to Defa Toys for producing a line of high quality collector fashion dolls that exemplifies respectful consideration for today's consumer. And many thanks to Rudi Terruel of RND Dolls for making the acquisition of this beauty possible. 

The allure of Defa Lucy Collector Icon .004! 

A quick change of boxer shorts for a mini skirt and white MOD boots gives Icon .004 a sexy option for evening. 

Goldfinger vibes in Poppy Parker's gold trench and boots!

Endangered Sissy's embroidered mini dress gives Icon .004 a flower bomb moment. 

Evoking the magic of another icon, Defa Lucy .004 models Mattel's Breakfast at Tiffany's Cat Mask fashion with her purse and sunglasses. Poppy Parker pumps. 

Defa Lucy Icon .004 + Mondrian = fashion vision. Dress and shoes by

Integrity Toys for Poppy Parker.

Defa Lucy Icon .004's sports bra pairs up perfectly with a houndstooth suit from Integrity Toy's Fashion Royalty line.  

The beauty of Defa Lucy Icon 004. 

Susie's 20th

When a groundbreaking doll has an anniversary, Dolldom celebrates. As RND's Susie's 20th approached, Dolldom met with the ever handsome and energetic Rudi Teruel to talk all things Susie! 

Our editors also gathered to create a fantastic photo tribute featuring a vintage  chocolate haired "Riviera Breeze" Susie in all of her monochromatic fabulousness and this year's sensationally blonde "Susie: Fashion Night Out" using elements from the latter's amazing fashion and pieces from Integrity Toy's Poppy Parker's wardrobe.

Happy 20th Susie, darling!

Dolldom: How much was Susie inspired by Takara's Jenny? For example, is Susie's body an evolution of Jenny's Super Action Body?

Rudi Teruel: *Very much so… we knew we wanted articulation for her and not so overtly sexy body… but that of a late teens modelesque gal. And Takara’s SAJ bodies were the closest.

Dolldom: Who sculpted Susie's head? Is she related to your resin Angels by having the same sculptor?

RT: Same sculptor but no relation at all to each other. We offered each doll as totally separate lines.

Dolldom: Was Susie produced and manufactured by the same factories that did Integrity's Fashion Royalty?

RT: Yes!!! In the beginning, through our friendship with Jason Wu (whom we have known since his early college and Barbie doll collecting days!) we got into contact with Integrity Toys’ Percy Newsum - a very nice man. We were able to work out the details, the money issues, and everything else that is needed to get her rolling…. And the first few years of Susie were produced by the same factory.

Dolldom: A year after Susie's debut, Momoko joined the doll world. Was there ever a connection? Same question for Poppy Parker.

RT: None whatsoever…. We were just lucky enough to have been able to share Susie at the same time as some of my fave dolls: Momoko, AZONE dolls, VOLKS dolls, Annz, Jenny, and Poppy Parker!

Dolldom: Susie traveled all over the world just like you. What other elements of her character mirror yours?

RT: Love for travel is the biggest trait of hers we made sure is incorporated into her personality.. into her being. And yes, it came for both David Wu's (Teruel's partner) and my love for traveling and other cultures. I have to insist that her sweetness came from me and her love of adventure and confidence from David.

Dolldom: Explain Susie's transition to Integrity Toys' Dynamite Girls line.

RT: After our original Susie molds were lost - the company we were working with in China, without any warnings, closed down and basically ran off with our molds, every molds they had really (some US doll companies’ also, am told. All was lost…. I was depressed for a good couple of years…. Then Jason Wu, one day, during one of our talks, suggested we bring her back…. It seems they still have the original head sculpt which could be used to produce the heads…. And we decided and agreed on having her join the Dynamite Girls, Electro Pop Series. Worked closely with David Buttry as to what her look would be. With both of us being big fans of Nanie Amuro (Japanese Pop Idol) we knew she would be the inspiration. At this point, I knew I did not want to do regular releases…. Am too tired to make it a full-time job once more…. I went back to my original ideas of producing her now and again…. Not to do it for the money but for the love and fun of sharing what we love.

Dolldom: Explain Susie's transition to production by JHDFASHIONDOLL.

RT: After a couple of Susie releases under the Dynamite Girls group, it came to light that IT just had their hands too full…. And then COVID happened, and everything changed in the world…. Doll world included. Then JHD Toys’ Mizi line debuted and it turned out that the producer and designer of the Mizi line, who also happens to be named Jason, is familiar with Susie and RND Dolls. And in fact, have an affinity for her, as well. After a few talks via e-mail, we agreed on releasing a Susie now and again. In late 2020 / early 2021 we released our first Susie with JHD Toys, “Susie: The First Time”. This was followed by "Susie: In The 80’s” in the Fall of 2021. This year, marking Susie’s 20th birthday in July, we are releasing “Susie: Fashion Night Out”.

Gold chainmail dress by Francesca Pigliapoco for Lotus Dolls. 

For more information on Susie and all of RND's exclusive and fabulous offerings, visit their page.

Feeling Kicky

Poppy Parker is feeling kicky! And Dolldom celebrates her fresh look with an exclusive portfolio of the perky platinum blonde in a classic houndstooth skirt with black turtleneck sweater and a sexy black patent knee-high boots!

Poppy and Hoang Anh Khoi

"Hold that Tiger!" Poppy Parker decided to hang her ever-so-mod togs and spend an evening in an elegant style by Vietnamese designer Hoang Anh Khoi.

"Brocade Charm" is a high-necked body suit and flounced skirt design made in red silk brocade. Tiny hand stitches are as captivating as the soft off-white blooms.

To give the look a more contemporary look, Poppy chose to wear thigh-high black patent leather high-heeled boots. Her side-parted short style and subdued make-up allow the fashion to carry the conversation.

For more on Hoang Anh Khoi's designs, visit his boutique.


 

Her Big Eyes Leave Us Breathless

Images of Jean Seberg prove that the American-born actress, activist, and icon stands triumphant along Audrey Hepburn in a most special hall of fame. For they are, without doubt, definite archetypes of timeless style and beauty.






Which is why Dolldom was not surprised (but certainly most delighted) to see that Integrity Toys' "Big Eyes" Poppy Parker doll references (and it does not matter if it's intentional or accidental for such is the power of icons - to reside in our subconscious and inspire our dreams) the look of the woman who made À bout de souffle such an unforgettable film.


"Big Eyes" Poppy Parker (Exclusive Giveaway Doll from the 2016 Integrity Toys Supermodel Convention) sports the de rigueur short haircut and a most seductive beauty mark below her right eye.


Dolldom commences 2017 paying tribute to the forever beautiful Ms. Seberg with this exclusive photo portfolio featuring "Big Eyes" Poppy Parker evoking her style.




In a pleated black and white silk mini by Clare Duncan, Poppy is supremely chic. Elegance equals simplicity.


In Marirose's black shantung "Belle" mini dress, the strawberry blonde beauty captures hearts galore.


Speed Racer! In "She's Not There" Poppy Parker's coat, "Big Eyes" is the quintessence of nouvelle vague style.




Golden Icon. In Liz Retros' multicolored beaded golden knit mini, Poppy epitomizes the 1960s.




Go-Go Girl! "Big Eyes" models the gold and turquoise mini dress and boots from the previously issued "Spy à Go-Go"Poppy Parker dressed doll.


And the blonde beauty does the honors to the ensemble's gold lamé trench coat.






Here's to the the ultimate gamine, Jean Seberg.