Pink Parasol

With the sad announcement about the end of the Gene line in 2010, I have been going a bit 'Gene-ga-ga' and have been on a spend-fest, buying dolls that I like but have passed on for whatever reason. Think everyone is going on a catch-up mission now ... good thing that I am not into the Ashton Drake Genes!

One of these purchases is 'Blue Parasol' who I bought nude (I do actually like her dress but was more than happy to be able to get sans outfit, as she is sold out everywhere)

She really is a beautiful Gene, and my new favourite blonde (well 'Distant Venus' is more silver-grey!) she reminds me of Betty Draper from 'Mad Men'! Maybe 'Liquorice Crush' Madra is Joan??!!

The gown is one that I won at my Doll Club Event last September. It is a Joe Tai dress and is really nicely made - again a bit too long - but I suppose it is better too long than too short!

'Blue Parasol' is modelling a gown by Joe Tai, 'Icicle' necklace, earrings and diamond cuffs by Facets, and mink stole by Dimitha. The crystal chandelier is a Christmas tree ornament.

Magnolia in Bloom

I just can't seem to dress Violet in anything but gowns - she always tends to be in an evening gown, which I suppose in itself is no bad thing, but I'd like to think that she goes 'off-duty' sometime!

This is a Joe Tai gown and the first item of clothing I have bought from him. I have bought wigs for my Sybarites in the past with mixed success - the first one was great but the second two were pretty dire.

This gown was from his 'Oscars' range for 2009 and it was pretty reasonable at just over £25.00 so I thought I'd give it a try.

Well the gown arrived and I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised. It is beautifully made and the fabrics are good quality and drape well - it did come with jewellery too which I did not use as I don't think it matches (it was dark amber beads??!) but it was nice to use with something else. My only teensy 'complaint' is that it is a bit too long (Violet has another base under her stand in this shot!) but nothing major all-in-all.

Ooohh! looking forward to the 2010 Oscars already now!

'Color Deal' Violet Waters is modelling a copy of an Elie Saab gown worn at the 2009 Oscars by Evan Rachel Wood. Microphone from the AD 'USO' accessory pack, diamond necklace by Tonner, chandelier earrings stylists own.