Showing posts with label Owensu. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Owensu. Show all posts

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Muses The London Season Is Open For Business

Owensu never fails to impress!  The latest 12" collection, "The London Season", is now available for pre-order.  Here is the promo of the collection ...

There are five dolls offered this time around:

1. The second version of Valentina that was last seen in 2023 (Moment of Joy Valentina has become a grail among Muses collectors.)

2 and 3.  A pair of sisters in different skin tones named Elodie and Eloise

4. The fifth version of collector-favorite male character Gabriel but this time with a ginger beard!

5. The second release of male character Christian but with freckles!

The dolls are resin (a proprietary, patented blend that ages well), are ball-jointed and strung with elastic cording, and are hand painted and blushed.   Each nude doll comes with a stand, dressing hands, and a wig cap.  The males are limited to an edition size of 150 and the females are limited to 250.  The cost is $475 each.

Pre-orders are currently being taken until midnight EST on August 16.   Collectors must pay a 30% deposit with the balance due when the collection is ready to ship.  The price of items includes the tariffs and shipping is free if you spend at least $1500.

The collection includes 15 ensembles (11 for females and 4 for males) priced from $200 - $250, 10 accessory sets (8 female at $110 each and 2 male at $95 each), and various wigs in different colors and various prices.

The ensembles are inspired by designers Vivienne Westwood (4 Looks), Chanel, Christian Dior, Simone Rocha, Kenzo, etc.  They are meticulously detailed and come with incredible accessories.  I'm not going to lie, this is one of my very favorite collections Owen has released.  The ensembles fit Integrity Toys dolls (may be a little snug on the upper torso of Fashion Royalty) and other similar size/shape 12" dolls.

EDIT:  In response to a comment from a follower, here are the "inspired by" photos of the fashions.

Four Looks Inspired by Vivienne Westwood:

Look 5 (Fall/Winter 1995)

Look 8 (The Puppy Corset With Different Skirts/Different Color Palette)



Look 12 (Westwood Personal Wardrobe but worn by Sarah Jessica Parker in "And Just Like That" Season 3)  More an "inspired by"

Look 14 (another Westwood Personal Wardrober worn by Sarah Jessica Parker at a red carpet event for "And Just Like That")


Look 13 Dior Spring 2010

Look 3 Chanel Spring 2018

Look 6 Kenzo Fall Winter 2007

Look 9 Simone Rocha Spring Summer 2017


Look 10 Simone Rocha Balconette Midi Dress (Changed to black)

Look 1 - everyone probably recognizes the Christian Dior newsprint dress worn by Carrie on Sex and the City.


If you've been on the fence with resin ball-jointed dolls or need some new ensembles for your 12" guys and girls, take a look.  You will definitely be impressed.  And you won't be disappointed when you receive your order in a few months!

Jamieshow/Owensu Muses "The London Season" Link

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Number 4 and Number 5 of 2026

It has taken me a long time to come to terms with what has been happening with Jamieshow/Owensu Muses this spring.

Anyone who has been following this blog knows my love for the Muses line.  It significantly took over my collection during the past five years.   The Facebook Fan Page was my very favorite spot on social media.  It was positive, creative, and supportive.

I guess all good things eventually must come to an end.   Due to a series of very unfortunate events which I have chosen not to comment on, the U.S. distributor and the owner and the designer of Jamieshow/Owensu have decided to no longer be affiliated.  

This has caused quite a bit of anxiety with collectors since the new online storefront operates out of Asia, and all future collections will be shipped directly from China.   With shipping regulations in a constant flux, collectors are worried about tariffs and taxes imposed on their shipments.  Jamieshow/Owensu have assured buyers that they will cover those charges in their shipping, so items will arrive without delay or additional charges.  

The last collection shipped directly through U.S. channels was one of the very best offered to date; it was called The Masterpiece and the fashions were inspired by great works of art.  I reviewed this collection last spring:  Jamieshow/Owensu The Masterpiece Collection Review .  I received my shipment in April.

I purchased two dolls from this collection.  Here is Masterpiece Astrid wearing Look 9 and Rococo Mademoiselle Couture Wig Style 2 in pink.  She is Number 4 of 2026 added to my collection.

Dare I say that she is my favorite version of this mold?  I think she just might be!

Next up is a new mold/character, Celeste, wearing Masterpiece Look 3 and Summer Kisses Wig 5 in pink. Celeste is Number 5 of 2026 added to my collection.


I shamelessly purchased several ensembles.   Here is Bonjour Paris Anya wearing one of my very favorites from this collection, Masterpiece Look 8, inspired by Van Gogh's Sunflowers painting.

Although I purchased several other ensembles, I really wanted to show Birth of Venus, Look 11, being worn by Moments of Joy Grace.


The quality of these ensembles are truly next level.  It's what keeps me coming back and makes me optimistic for the future of Jamieshow/Owensu.  






Thursday, December 25, 2025

Merry Christmas 2025

Every year I choose a doll that joined my collection in the previous 12 months to feature on a digital Christmas Card.  This year I chose one that didn't qualify for my "Best of Countdown" because she was produced and released prior to 2025.   

Merry Christmas from Jamieshow/Owensu Premier Sasha.  May you find yourself richly blessed this holiday season.  Thank you for visiting my blog.  I have truly appreciated your comments and support.   



Monday, December 15, 2025

Muses - 5th Anniversary Collection - Pre-order Open Now!

To celebrate the 5th Anniversary of the re-imagined JamieShow Muses line, the designer, Owensu, has produced a phenomenal capsule of high-end couture!

Here is the promo photo showing the ensembles!  Photo property of Jamieshow/Owensu.


There were ten complete Looks offered in this collection.  All of them are formal.  As much as I love the Muses line (and if you follow me, you know that I do), I was slightly underwhelmed with this collection.  Owen's designs for the Time & Timeless and Masterpiece collections set the bar very high for future purchases from me.  Although Muses items are quite elevated in comparison, I can't help but see Silkstone and Integrity Toys items that are similar:  Silkstone Gala Gown, IT Pink Perfection Poppy Parker, various Monogram ensembles, FR Spectacular Spectacular ... to name a few.

Since I don't own Spectacular Spectacular and it only fits the older, tall FR body any way, my pre-order included Look 5 and Look 10.  Everything is beautiful, but I couldn't justify ordering color variants of a similarly styled gown at $300 each.  I don't usually have criticisms for Jamieshow/Muses but this collection seemed rushed and under-designed compared to the last few.  As a five year Anniversary Celebration, I definitely expected more.  Unfortunately, it pales in comparison to the  Premier Collection that inspired it.

There were no Accessory Sets included in this capsule.  Wigs included three regular magnetic skull cap designs based on previous issues and two hand-made new couture hard cap offers.

As a nod to the first five characters from the Premier Muses Collection, Jamieshow/Owensu chose to offer newer versions inspired by the originals.  Here are the promo photos of the 5th Anniversary Muses dolls posted by Jamieshow/Owensu placed next to their Premier inspiration conterparts (photos of Premier dolls borrowed from Muses Dolls Reference Site.)

First up is 5th Anniversary Sasha.

It's super easy to see the inspiration here.  The dolls are actually so similar it's almost difficult to justify the $475 (plus taxes and shipping) cost of adding the Anniversary version if you already have Premier.   Again, I am going to complain about the dolls being sold with a repetitive wig choice.  I thought they had stopped doing this with Legends.  It's one of the things I most appreciated about the Time & Timeless, Masterpiece and Wild At Heart dolls.  They came with newer wig styles, sometimes the ones offered separately in the collection.   I think this will be the fourth center-parted long silver wig in my collection.  C'mon guys you can definitely do better than that!  Especially at these prices.

Here is the gal that started it for me five years ago, Eshe.


Again, the inspiration is apparent; however, unlike Sasha, there is enough difference to justify purchasing the Anniversary edition even if you have the Premier one.  Love the red lips!  Easily going into my cart.

Next up is Ginnie.

I'm confused by this one.  I don't see any resemblance at all.  Premier is gorgeous, but I must say there is something special about the Anniversary edition.  Another easy purchase choice.

There is only one version of Lilly in my collection, Enchanted, and she is one of my very favorite Muses girls. 

I'm really not a fan of pencil-thin eyebrows.  I think the anniversary version completely pales in comparison to Premier and I fail to see any inspiration at all.   Anniversary Lilly reminds me a lot of Go East Sakura.  She will probably redress beautifully, but she's not in my pre-order.

The last Muses in this collection is Nicole.

I'm not sure what to write here.   I hope those who love her truly enjoy having her in their collection.  How's that for being diplomatic?  Again, I only have one version of Nicole in my collection, Summer Kisses, and it looks like she will continue to be the only version in my collection for the time being.

Whether you are new to Muses and curious or have been with them since the Premier release, it's worth going over to the website and checking them out.  You will definitely find something you love.  (Remember that the ensembles fit most other 1:6 scale fashion doll bodies!)  Here is the link to make it a little easier:  Jamieshow/Owensu Five Year Anniversary Collection .  The pre-order window has already started and ends December 22.  Collectors pay 20% deposit on their order and are billed the balance with the collection is ready to ship.

So what do you think?  Share your opinions by leaving a comment.  I would love to hear other collectors' thoughts!


Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Jamieshow/Owensu Wild At Heart Pre-Order Window Now Closed

If you're even remotely familiar with me as a collector, you know how I feel about Jamieshow/Owensu Muses.   They seem to have monopolized my doll purchases over the past five years.

If you've considered purchasing something, now is a good time.  Jamieshow/Owensu just opened the purchase window for their newest collection, Wild At Heart.  It pays homage to the American Wild West.  Here is the promo photo:

There are four female dolls in this collection.  Each is quite beautiful and the price point has stayed the same at $475.  Each doll comes with a high quality telescoping stand (the stand actually screws into the base), dressing hands, and an interchangeable wig cap.

Camille


Jasmine


Larissa (New Character) - Yes, those are freckles!


Evelyn (First time offered in Muses size)


The dolls are expensive but are quite durable and extremely well made.  These are 12" ball-jointed dolls made from resin material that can wear most ensembles found in other 12" wardrobes.

In addition to the dolls, there are seven accessory sets ($110 each) which include hats, boots, and shoes, and six different wig styles.   The cap wigs are $45 and can only be used with other Muses dolls.  The couture wigs ($110) are hard cap wigs made by hand and can be worn by other doll lines.

This collection included 15 separate looks, ranging in price from $200 - $250.  Each look comes with shoes/boots, jewelry, hats/headpieces, purses and coats.  The quality of these ensembles have to be experienced to be truly appreciated.  Here are my three favorites.

Look 7 (on the left - shown with Look 4)


Look 13

Look 15



These looks fit NuFace and most will fit Fashion Royalty.   If you've considered taking the chance on something, now is the time.  Here is the link to the website:   Jamieshow/Owensu Muses Wild At Heart Ordering Website.  Collectors pay a 30% deposit up front and the balance when the collection is ready to ship.   


Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Collecting Cycle 2025 - Number 7 and Number 8 - The Swans

In addition to their regular fashion capsules, Jamieshow/Owensu usually produces a special edition each year.  2024 was the 15th Anniversary of Jamieshow (even though the re-launch of the Muses line was advertised in late 2020 - released mid-2021).

To celebrate their anniversary, they decided to take a favored 16" special edition and scale it down for Muses.  Here are the "The Swans" - twins Alexis (in black) and Grace (in white).  Here is the promo photo from Jamieshow:


Jamieshow/Owensu really spent some time on the details in this collection!  Although the dolls were purchased separately nude, the ensembles were truly spectacular and included a new foot sculpt for the ballerina shoes.

Here is my photo of Grace.

When Integrity Toys released photos from their Stilettos Out convention last year, I knew that the Lethal Rose ensemble belonged on Alexis.  Here she is wearing it.  She refuses to take it off!  LOL!  I think she looks very old Hollywood here with maybe just a touch of modern goth.


Number 7 and Number 8 of 2025 are "The Swans".

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Jamieshow/Owensu Muses Garden Party - Numbers 2, 3, and 4 of 2025

When Jamieshow/Owensu releases new promotions for forthcoming capsules, it is nothing short of overwhelming.  The dolls are always extraordinary, and the complete ensembles are simply beyond anything that can be purchased for 1:6 scale dolls at this time.

Last year there were three separate capsules promoted for 2025.   The first arrived earlier in 2025.   Here is the promotional photo for the collection called Garden Party.  If that doesn't make you catch your breath, nothing will!

There were three female dolls and one male offered in the Garden Party Collection.   In addition, there were 15 female ensembles, five male ensembles, six accessory shoe packs for the girls and four for the guys, four pet kittens, four female wig styles in various colors and two new wig styles for men.  That's a whole lotta merch!

These dolls are resin ball-jointed dolls that are held together with cording.  Their faces are painted by hand and their bodies are hand-blushed.  The edition sizes vary according to pre-orders but are generally between 100 - 150.  They are sold nude for $475 and come with additional clutching hands, flat feet, dressing paddles, a buffing sponge, a wig cap and an extraordinary telescoping stand that screws into the base.  The resin used is especially made for this company and it has not been known to yellow or change color over time like other resins.  The darker skin tones do need moisturizing treatments on occasion due to the resin drying out and becoming ashy looking which is very common across brands of resin dolls.  It's an easy fix and the results are always amazing!

I own at least one version of almost all character molds for Muses.  The only female missing from my lineup is Kate; I have been waiting for a version to fall in love with but she's not been produced yet.  Two new characters were introduced in Garden Party, so they immediately made it into my cart.  

Jasmine is the first female character produced in the caramel skintone.    Here is the Jamieshow/Muses promo of Jasmine.

Although there are enough clothing options, accessories, and wig caps in this collection to produce many versions of each doll, I often find myself using other wigs and clothing choices to create my own version of each doll.  And here are a few of my versions to show how different she can look.  

The first is using a wig cap from an Instagram seller Maovim,  the shirtdress is from Salvador Lopez Arriaga on Facebook/Instagram, and the boots are Integrity Toys.  

Next up, Jasmine is wearing pieces from different Jamieshow ensembles (Top from Garden Party Look 4 with skirt from Summer Kisses Look 8) and a puki-puki wig from Etsy.

The last look uses a wig cap from Garden Party, but the ensemble is from an Etsy seller with shoes and bag from Jamieshow.

It just amazes me how different JS dolls look based on wig choices!  It's like you have unlimited versions of any faceup mold.  The second doll to join my collection in 2025 is Jamieshow/Owensu Muses Garden Party Jasmine.

Although I already had two versions of Astrid, I couldn't resist the dramatic makeup on Garden Party Astrid.  Here is her promo shot.

And my interpretation with a JS Rococo Blonde Wig and some Vegas feathers.

Garden Party Astrid has been a huge success with JS collectors.  The third doll in my 2025 collection is Jamieshow/Owensu Muses Garden Party Astrid.

The final female doll from the Garden Party collection is the second Jamieshow/Owensu Muses doll to have parted lips.  This doll seems to be quite polarizing with collectors.  There is a lot of love for her but some collectors considered her an easy pass.  Here is the promo photo.

I immediately saw Charlize Theron in this mold.  Here is my interpretation wearing a Dominion Doll wig and IT ensemble.  

She hasn't been changed out of this outfit since I put her in it.  I think she is just perfectly presented this way.  The third doll added in 2025 was Jamieshow/Owensu Muses Garden Party Keira.

The final doll from this collection was a male doll named Christian.  He is actually one of the best male dolls produced so far, but I am trying to limit the number of males living here after succumbing to their allure in 2022.  Here is one of the promo photos of Christian in one of the male ensembles.  WOW!

Although there were fifteen ensembles for the ladies, I had to really limit my choices.  The prices for ensembles ranged from $150 (beachwear) to the more formal ensembles going for $225.  Don't get me wrong, these ensembles are worth every penny.  The fabrics and construction are top of the line.  They come with shoes, jewelry, purses, and hats or hair accessories.   They are quite extraordinary.  However, my budget just won't allow me to go too overboard.  I will share my choices from this collection.   

Look 4

Based on 1993 Galliano designs:



Look 5 (Schiaparelli influenced)


Look 6

Look 14

Look 16


Look 18 (Very Christian Dior)

And my personal favorite Look 17

This one was inspired by Chanel

I also ordered a few wigs in various colors and one accessory set in natural colors called Ever Thine, Ever Mine, Ever Ours (Retail: $110 for pair of shoes)

Jamieshow/Owensu operates very similar to Integrity Toys W Club.  There is a pre-order period where collectors make their choices and put down a deposit (typically $100 per doll, $10 per wig,  and 10% on everything else).  That gives collectors time to save up for the final invoice which comes several months later.   Unfortunately, everything is so extraordinary (am I using that word too much) that it makes the decision making total agony.  

As much as I am totally onboard with this brand, I do not recommend it to the faint of heart.  Once you experience the quality, it's very difficult to continue collecting less expensive doll lines.   I do believe the ensembles, shoes, and accessories are worth sampling by anyone who collects 1:6 dolls.  The prices are quite reasonable for what you are getting.  They fit IT Nuface perfectly and most will fit Fashion Royalty (unless they have a very tight bodice).   I have links to the Jamieshow sites on the right sidebar of my blog.  Get on the e-mail list, so you can be notified of upcoming collections.