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I've discovered that once you own a Silkstone doll, you want more. If you have a straight arm doll, then you want one with bent arms. With the many face molds, it is a pleasure that the Silkies features are closer to the original Barbie than so many variations that Mattel has brought into the doll world.
The doll world is very competitive, and to keep dolls affordable Mattel has broken the dolls into play line (generally up to $35.00) with quantities over 100,000 that are available just about everywhere. Next is the Gold Label, which is what Trace of Lace is, and it is limited to about 5,000 -- these are true collectible dolls. The Platinum label is limited to only 1,000 dolls, and highly sought after.
Silkstone is a mixture of granite and other elements so that it is very hard and much heavier than vinyl. Robert Best and Mattel came together to create Silkstone dolls. They wanted the absolute beauty of porcelain, but not its fragility. Silkstone is used as counter tops, floors, and many other items. It is #8 on the Mohn scale of hardness; #10 is diamond, the hardest element.
Using a product that will reproduce with the elegance of porcelain, but not the obvious possibilities of breakage, Robert Best has created some of the most gorgeous dolls Mattel releases.
Trace of Lace is stunning, and her dress is to die for (I love black lace). Silkstone dolls are thinner than their earlier Mattel counterparts, so your clothing for early Barbie's will fit, but they will be loose. The Silkstone clothing, however, will not fit the early Barbie bodies. Silkies can wear Fashion Fever clothing, and FF can wear SOME Silkier outfits.
Silkstone dolls are not articulated. Articulation is becoming more and more important in the doll world, so if Robert Best decides to articulate a Silkstone, look for many joints and excess pieces. Whereas a porcelain is not for play, and can even break when you remove the small plastic circles between the arms, legs and torso, you won't find this in Silkies. Some Silkies are even in the Play Line price range.
A bit of trivia: OOAK (One Of A Kind) artists have more difficulty rerooting the Silkies, but because of its durability, many are able to remove the head and turn a short haired brunet into a multi-streaked, long haired redhead.
I love Silkies! Wish I had all of them, but that's not possible. The do not mar easily. Their hair is saran and it is sleek and shiny. If you have never owned a Silkie, this is the one to buy. You willl love her -- 5 stars.
Victoria Tarrani
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Silkstone Barbie Trace of lace Brunette Doll limited 5000 worldwideTrace of Lace Barbie doll is completely elegant in a dress of black lace and chiffon, featuring a skirt with tiers of feminine ruffles. Jet-black beads add delicate embellishment, while satin ribbon accents the bodice and waist. A golden and rhinestone brooch and golden, rhinestone and faux pearl bracelet lend an air of opulence. Sheer black hose, black satin clutch purse, and black pumps are the elegant final touches.
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