The "attendee" reception for the Obsession Convention was lukewarm at best. As things settled down and dolls actually started shipping, there has a been a shift in public approval. The prices of many of the dolls have crept up over the past few weeks. That just supports what many collectors say about dolls being better than promo photos.
In contrast, the price of one of the Style Lab Poppy Parkers has actually reversed! When promo pictures were shown in December, Gorgeous was the collector favorite. (Photo property of Integrity Toys)
She peaked at almost $450. Purple-haired Darling has skyrocketed past her, as has the consistent favorite Alluring. Glamorous started out slow from the gate, but when collectors realized she had almost the identical screening of Kicky from 2019, she has found a favored spot in collectors' hearts.
Gorgeous is now selling in the mid to high $200+ range. Personally, I like a Poppy Parker with a different look, so she was an easy addition to my herd. Here she is in the box. Instead of the "milk chocolate color" of the promo photos, she is actually more of a "bittersweet chocolate" color. This is one case where the promo photos were much better than the production doll.
The Style Lab Poppy Parkers were sold nude this year; not even a bathing suit!
The proof of any doll is "in the pudding" ... I mean "in the dressing" (but not like turkey dressing). Here is Gorgeous wearing the "Soft Focus" fashion from the 2018 Miss Behave Style Lab. Pretty cute! This photo was taken in natural light.
And here she is in a Silkstone "Chanel" suit.
Gorgeous seems to be pretty versatile. Although she is nothing like the incredible promo photo, I think she makes a unique and special addition to my group of Poppy Parkers. Number 2 added to my collection in 2022 is Gorgeous Poppy Parker.
