This is always my favorite blog post of the year. Even if you aren't in the market for a doll you will enjoy this post - guaranteed. I think that there is something about dolls
that Grandmas are drawn to – I certainly am.
There are literally hundreds of different dolls at Toy Fair and it isn’t
easy to choose my favorites – but after much consideration I have identified these as the most noteworthy this year. Some of these are from
small companies and so you will only find them in specialty stores and online. If you check the company websites you can
usually find the closest store to you that carries them. Others are what's new in the biggest brands on earth. I have included dolls for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers, older girls and adult collectors. Smile! Enjoy!!
This blog post is one in a series of highlights from Toy
Fair 2017. Others include:
- Grandma’s Highlights of Toy Fair(General – posted on 3/1/17)
- Toys for Babies and Toddlers
- Intriguing Building and Science Toys
- Books and Plush Pairs
- Games and Puzzles Galore
- Toys with Characters in the Movies
The pictures are all my own from the
displays I saw so they aren't perfect – no stock photos here – just the real thing. For some of the items not out yet, this may
be a prototype and the final may differ a little. Please let me know in the comments which are
your favorites.
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Babibunny Night Light Grenadine by Corolle |
Corolle is a French company that makes the most precious dolls ever. They used to have a more extensive line, but now they are concentrating on dolls for babies and pre-school children. I had trouble choosing which doll was my favorite but I chose this one because of it’s unique features. This soft cuddly doll with the trademark light vanilla scent also is a 5 minute nightlight and plays eight gentle tunes. You can take the battery pack out and throw little Grenadine in the wash. I have seen lots of interesting nightlights at Toy Fair but this is the only one I’ve seen incorporated into a soft, cuddly doll. This doll is part of the “mon doudou” (cuddly in French) line meant for babies from birth and up.
12 Inch Dolls by HABA
New York Doll Collection - City Girls Collection
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New York Doll Collection City Girls |
The New York Doll Collection features modern 18 inch dolls with a large collection of clothing, accessories and furniture sold separately to enhance play with the dolls. There are five of these 18 inch “city girl” dolls – one for each New York City borough. They will be available in the Spring.

They are a very diverse group and the extra accessories are all high quality. The extensive line of doll shoes were getting lots of attention at Toy Fair and I took this picture – because what woman doesn’t love shoes – even if they are a doll’s shoes.
Barbie – You Can Be Anything and Fashionista lines by Mattel
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You Can Be Anything Barbies |
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2017 New Fashionista Barbies |
However, my
favorite Barbie is the new one this year – “You can be anything” line. The dolls are dressed in outfits representing
various careers – both traditional and non-traditional. There are also playsets corresponding with the dolls. Here again – buy more than one!
American Girl of the Year (2017) – Gabriela McBride
by Mattel
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Gabriela - 2017 American Girl Doll of the Year by Mattel |
Hasbro’s duo
is entitled Beauty and the Beast Grand Romance. This is a set that will be enjoyed by children who loved the movie and collectors as well. It is available as of today
at Amazon – you can be one of the first to get it! Priced under $50 for the
set, it is meant to be played with.
If you are a serious collector, you will have to wait for this Belle doll coming out later this year by Madame Alexander. It is a beautiful doll, as well it should be – the price tag will be $220 – for serious collectors only.
There you have it - my favorite new dolls at Toy Fair. Something for everyone - Enjoy. Which are your favorites? Any doll questions? Please leave your comments.
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Belle by Madame Alexander |
If you are a serious collector, you will have to wait for this Belle doll coming out later this year by Madame Alexander. It is a beautiful doll, as well it should be – the price tag will be $220 – for serious collectors only.
There you have it - my favorite new dolls at Toy Fair. Something for everyone - Enjoy. Which are your favorites? Any doll questions? Please leave your comments.
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