Thoughts on the New AG Releases

Hey there readers! As you probably know, AG just released a BUNCH of new stuff. And, well, I have some...thoughts. Let's get started!

MyAG:

Shimmer and Lace Party Dress

This is actually really pretty! It's a tad bit overpriced for what you get ($30 for a dress, shoes, and hairclip), but it looks better quality than some of the other new releases.

Pretty Ballet Set

From the remant bin of Isabelle prototypes comes a mix and match ballet set! I love this! /sarcasm

Sparkly Jazz Outfit

No. Just, no. I pity any doll who is forced to wear this.

Soccar Team Outfit

Let's just say that sports and I have a bitter history, and my dolls share my hatred of them. Moving on.

Boho Beachy Swimsuit

I appreciate the modest one piece, but that PRICE!

Sunshine Garden Outfit

This outfit's great! For a five year old.

Sunshine Gardening Bench

Meh. It's a side table with a few gardening accessories. Like everything else, it's way too overpriced.

Beforever

Julie's Mix Print Maxi Dress

Erm, this may have been stylish in the 70's, but today it looks like a hot mess.

Julie's Skateboarding Set

Not too bad, but the skateboard's way too small! It would even be small for my Ever After High dolls!

Kit's Chicken Keeping Set

CHICKEN! Um, I also like the...um...CHICKEN!

Rebecca's Seashore Set

Uh...the boots are nice?

Addy's Dress and Sewing Set

Let's just say me, Elizabeth, and Saige want this. :D

Kaya's Fancy Shawl Set of Today

Pretty, but I have no need for this as I don't have Kaya.

If it's alright, there's SO much new Sam stuff that I'll just sum up my reaction in one sentence: justgobackintoacrchivalokayokgoodbyegetoutofmyfaceSamluvyabye

So, those are my thoughts! Have a good night everypony!

Love, 

Vera

My Thoughts on GOTY 2015 Grace Thomas

Dear Readers,

As you all probably know, the new girl of the year is a young girl named Grace Thomas. She is an aspiring baker that loves French culture. She has dark brown hair, light skin, freckles, and blue eyes.

I am going to be frank; I do not like the new girl of the year. It is just about the doll, it is also is because American Girl has yet to produce an ethnically diverse or disabled doll. This makes Grace a disappointment in my eyes. 

As well as that, Grace has the same face mold as McKenna and the same freckles and eyes as Saige. I also believe she has a bland story that is not as exciting as other dolls like Lanie or, heck, even SAIGE had a better story than her! And thats saying a lot.

Although, I do love some of the Paris couture that Grace has brought to the table.

Her city outfit goes well with her dark hair, and I love the white collar with the sweater. But, her shoes are similar to that of which American Girl has already created.

Grace's baking outfit is also cute. The blue cupcake shirt is a nice touch of color with the black apron and pink leggings. Again though, her shoes are very similar to flats that AG has already created.

This promo picture shows Grace's pajamas. The colors are cute and her hair looks super cute, but the pj's themselves are simple and boring. Also, SHE HAS THE SAME DANG RIBBONS ON HER SHOES!

Ok, confession time... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS OUFIT! I think it looks really cute! Even at an outrageous $28 retail price, I would seriously consider buying this or sewing one myself!

All in all I don't think I will be purchasing a Grace Thomas doll this year. Her story is stupid, and I am outraged at the AG company for ignoring buyers pleas for an ethnically diverse or disabled GOTY. I may buy some of her accessories or outfits, but that is for future Valerie to decide!

Love,

Valerie