So, Maryellen came out recently. One of the most revealed doll-before release events ever with all of those prototype images floating around. Now that she is finally released online, I can say what I like, dislike and hate. Let's start with the doll herself:
*all images credited to AmericanGirl.com*
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| "Maryellen Doll & Book" $115 |
First of all, appearance of the doll. My only problem really is that she's JUST another white doll. The side bangs are a tad bit unique, but they're just not enough. I wish she had freckles of something else cool like that. The hair is also odd, as it's shown in a bit of a ponytail, so I can't tell if it's wavy or curly. If anything it's like Saige's hair, so I feel sorry for all the Maryellen's that might get destroyed in the coming years. I don't plan on getting the doll at all, as I have my eyes on another green eyed doll.
Meet outfit: I like her meet outfit. It's not terrible, I just wish they'd done something better with the shoes, becuase they stick out and take your attention away from the rest of the outfit. The dress is cute and the bolero adds play value. Not sure about the headband thing though, but I guess at least it matches.
Story: Her story is well... just odd in a way. Unlike other girls such as Kaya or Julie, Maryellen really doesn't have a clear message. She's also way too much caroline in trying to "stand out from the crowd". However I"m sure her story may be plenty interesting to read.
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| "Maryellen's Accessories" $24 |
This, this right here is definintly the worst accessory set of all time. Maybe not in design, but in value. I'd say it's even worse than caroline. First off, the purse I know has plastic handles, and there's no good way to really fit it on her hand. The gloves and even the necklaces are fine and actually pretty cute, but the fact that those are the ONLY THINGS in this set make me rage. I would never pay $24 for this accessory set. I'd at least go down to $22. At least. They totally could have added something else. A newspaper A COIN?!?! Just something else for girls to play with.
So, in summary I like the outfit on the doll, but not too much else. The rest of her collection, however is amazing!!!
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| "Maryellen's pajamas" $24 |
These pajamas are the cutest thing ever and totally on my "must get" list of AG items. I love the green theme, plus in the picture her hair is down, which looks really cute. Overall, this is an amazing and well put together outfit.
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| "Maryellen's poodle skirt outfit" $36 |
Oh my goodness. This outfit is ok. I do love that huge poodle skirt, but most of all they brought Molly's saddle shoes back!!! The blouse is ok, but doesn't match the poodle too much. Overall I'm probably not going to get this outfit, but it does look amazing.
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| "Maryellen's birthday dress" $34 |
Wow, this outfit is completely different from all the others. I like the green and pink, however I have no idea what's going on with those shoes, I would take away the white on them if I could. Also odd how this is ANOTHER $30+ outfit. Quite a pricey collection if you ask me. I probably won't get this, just because I have no reason to really.
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| "Maryellen's School Outfit" $32 |
Finally, another school related outfit. I still don't like that price though. But the peter pan collar plus the headband are super cute. Even the little "Mary Janes" though I sure do hope they're not Molly's shoes. My only complaint about this outfit is that I wish the pink/purple color was 2 shades lighter, but maybe it will look better in real life than online.
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| "Maryellen's play outfit" $28 |
OMG I must have this!!! I love the look of it and how it makes Maryellen look so much older!! Plus it's like the one reasonably priced outfit in this collection. Another must-have for me.
*the next 2 things are an outfit and accessories combo, where you have to buy both sets to complete the outfit, so we're doing that in 2 images instead of one.
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| "Maryellen's Ice skating outfit" $36 |
Wow, I just love her hair in this picture. Also, the outfit is AMAZING!!! The red and blue is interesting and she has her own pair of skates! Yay for skates!! I'm almost tempted to get this for molly, as I wish this had been her's.
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| "Maryellen's ice skating accessories" $24 |
Now, here's an accessory set that should cost $24. Why, you ask? Because these are 3 clothing pieces unlike the basic accessory set which only has 1 clothing piece, the gloves. I think this would be great if you want to keep your doll warm, but can't afford a full outfit. It also matches really well with the ice skating outfit. It may be on my list in the future, who knows?
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| "Maryellen's Diner set" $275 |
Well, this is better than Caroline's parlor. I probably won't buy this, but I will say if I was a little girl I would want this so much. I love how it has both 2 bar stools and a booth. The window looks nice and the whole set looks easy to recreate with poster board. However if this ever went on sale, maybe. Just, maybe. But to complete the whole set costs like over $300.
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| "Maryellen's Jukebox" $90 |
Part of me wan't to complain about the price, but Julie's music-playing chair is like $20 more or something. The colors are nice and it is really cute. I would get it if it went on sale or something. The only thing I don't understand is why every AG music related thing must have the ability to plug into a phone.
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| "Maryellen's Dog, Scooter" $22 |
FINALLY!!! AG made a dachshund!!! I have been searching for a dachshund so Lindsey can have herself a "Mr.tiny" from her books!!! This is defiantly the first thing I'll purchase when I have the money.
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| "Maryellen's Sofa Bed set" $150 |
This is most definitely one of the more expensive bed's we've seen in recent years. I like the dog, but not much else, so I'm probably going to pass on this one.
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| "Maryellen's hair styling set" $20 |
This set is ok. I like how it matches her pajamas, i just hope it's easy for little hands to use. I probably won't be getting it though, because I'm not going to be purchasing the doll.
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| "Maryellen's Living room set" $58 |
I really want this, but I know I'll have to wait till I get more space. Some people may complain that it's $58, but this replaces any table & chairs set she might have had. This table also reminds me allot of Matilda, especially the lamp.
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| "Maryellen's television console" $85 |
Ah, television. See, kids, they didn't always have netflix. Anyways, I'm ok with this set. I like that they're calling it a "television console" instead of just a "tv" and the record player is cute too. The only thing I don't like is that I know it's made of plastic. I probably won't get it though, because I don't have too much interest in it.
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| "Maryellen's classroom set" $40 |
$40?!?! Are you kidding me? No. just for that set, no. The map looks ok though and I like the little teacher's stick, but there are only 4 things in this set and it costs $40. Nope. I like Molly's school stuff better anyways.
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| "Maryellen's crinoline" $16 |
It honestly took me like 2 minutes to decide whether this was for the girl or the doll. I do like how it's only $16 and how they're not just reusing the 1800's crinoline.
Truly me thoughts coming in the next post.
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