Bratz Series 1 Budget Dolls: A Lookin' Bratz Review!
Bratz Series 1 Budget Dolls: A Lookin' Bratz Review!

Hey Angelz!

Bratz Series 1 Budget Yasmin, Cloe, Jade, and Sasha

A few months ago, images from a toy event featuring scaled-back versions of the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls leaked. While it’s remained unknown where these versions of the First Edition dolls would be released or if they would be at all, I am happy to finally share information about this release! The Bratz team at MGA Entertainment was kind enough to send me a set of these budget re-releases, which calls for a mini review! Keep reading for a detailed review on the Bratz Series 1 budget dolls (not their official name, but it seems like the most appropriate title), including pictures and details on the dolls’ hair, faces, accessories, how they differ from the original releases, and information on where they will be sold!

the packaging

It’s been quite a few years since Bratz has released a budget doll, with their last round of budget dolls being repackaged versions of their 2015-16 lines. Similar to the 2015-16 budget dolls, the Bratz Series 1 budget dolls come in slim trapezoid-shaped packaging that is cardboard all-around except for the plastic window in the front. The top of each box features the respective character’s name logo and icon, and the bottom features the Bratz logo and artwork of the core four in their First Edition second outfits. The artwork is also featured on both sides of each box, and each individual character art is featured on the back. The back is pretty standard, and includes character bios and “I Come With” descriptions. Each box’s color is representative of each character’s original box color. The boxes showcase what each doll comes with: the doll and all the pieces its wearing plus the 2001 Bratz hairbrush.

the dolls, fashions, ‘n’ faces

Unlike my other reviews, I will not be unboxing these dolls as I already have two sets of the 20 Yearz reproductions out-of-box. Besides, there isn’t much to say about the dolls! Each character comes with her second outfit and the quality seems to be the same as the 20 Yearz dolls.

If you recall the face application method for the Bratz 20 Yearz dolls in 2021, it appears that these budget versions also use the stamp method with the original 2001 head mold! All of the faces are reminiscent of the later batches of the 20 Yearz dolls, with Cloe and Sasha’s faces looking more refined than earlier batches. All of the faces look pretty great and are definitely an improvement from the standard editions from 2021. It would’ve been fun to have seen this collection get sprayed faces like recent Bratz releases, but they still look great!

If you’ve already read my explanation on how Bratz faces are applied, feel free to skip to the next section! If not and you’re interested in learning more, keep on reading! Nearly every Bratz doll between 2001 and 2014, except for a select few, has a face screening that was painted using the “spray” method. The spray method ensures the eyes are elongated across the face for a classic, sultry Bratz look. Between 2015 and 2016 (except for the V Files x Bratz doll), and for the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls released last year, the “sticker”/stamp method was used to apply the dolls’ faces. The sticker method is hit-or-miss as the 20 Yearz dolls looked beautiful (in most cases), while it played a huge role in the discontinuation of the brand in 2016. A new method was introduced to the Bratz brand with the Rock Angelz reproductions last year, which is UV printing. UV printing is a more cost-effective method to apply dolls’ faces as spraying seems to be less common in the doll industry these days. Holiday Felicia, the GCDS dolls, Sweet Heart Meygan, and the JimmyPaul dolls also use the UV printing method. The GNO 21st Birthday Edition dolls reintroduced the spray method to the brand ever since the 2018 Collector dolls, but the recent Series 1 re-releases seem to use the sticker/stamp method.

THE HAIR

While the early batches of the Bratz 20 Yearz dolls had saran hair, later batches were given nylon hair. Similarly, the Bratz Series 1 budget dolls (and upcoming 2-Packs) have nylon hair.

Just like the face printing method section, feel free to skip this portion if you’ve already read my explanations on the differences between Bratz hair types! Nylon hair appears to be the current standard for the Bratz brand, as is the case for most MGA doll brands since 2019. For context on some of the different hair types used on Bratz, nylon has often been confused with polypropylene, which is a hair fiber that was used in a majority of lines between 2008-2013 and is known for being hard to manage and prone to degrading over time, because of a name mix-up over a decade ago. Saran—which has been used on most Bratz released between 2001-2007, 2015-2018, and on most of the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls (except for some later variants which use nylon) released in 2021—is a great hair fiber that has always satisfied collectors, though it is prone to yellowing and degrading over time. Nylon is another premium hair type that can be easily restyled with heated hair tools and is less likely to degrade over time like saran and polypropylene can do. Saran hair is harder to come by in certain colors and is not as commonly used in modern doll production due to rising prices, so nylon provides a way for consumers to have these hair colors without resorting to using low-grade polypropylene. Nylon also tends to feel really nice and oftentimes better than saran, so I hope this is something that stays for most—if not all—future Bratz doll releases.

Not sure how to deal with nylon hair? Watch my recent Bratz Hair Care Guide video where I wash and style the latest Bratz Series 3 and Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls!

THE BODIES

The Bratz Series 1 budget dolls use the standard 2001 Bratz bodies. I cannot fully tell if the dolls have the “matte” bodies that the 20 Yearz dolls used or the “rubbery” bodies that regular Bratz dolls have, but they do look more like the rubbery bodies!

OTHER FEATURES

The Bratz Series 1 budget dolls do not come with many accessories or extra pieces aside from hairbrushes. The dolls do not come with a second outfit, hats, bags, posters, or a stand—only the doll and hairbrush.

PRODUCTION RUN: is this a new batch?

Some people may be wondering if the Bratz Series 1 budget dolls are re-packaged from the original batches from 2021, and I can confirm they are not. The budget dolls are a whole new production run of the 20 Yearz/Series 1 dolls, along with the Series 1 2-Packs that are expected to come out later this year.

BRATZ SERIES 1 2-PACKS

A few weeks ago, stock images of Bratz Series 1 2-Packs were revealed. The 2-Pack pairs are Cloe/Sasha and Yasmin/Jade, and come with all of each character’s respective 20 Yearz/Series 1 outfits, accessories, a poster, and brush. These are still coming out, but a release date and retailer information has not been confirmed yet—they will likely be released for the holiday shopping season.

BUDGET DOLLS AND THEIR PURPOSE

If you’re wondering, “What’s a budget doll and why are they made?”, this section is for you! A budget doll is a doll that is typically scaled-back in regards to piece and accessory count, and is produced as an alternative to a brand’s standard releases. Budget dolls are often created for brands like Barbie and Monster High in which a doll will come with one outfit, limited or no accessories, and will be packaged in a slim box; L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. and Rainbow High have come out with their own budget dolls in recent years in which they reproduce popular characters with limited body articulation, less pieces and accessories, and are packaged in a slimmer box in order to appeal to different markets. Budget dolls are sold at just about every retailer, but MGA Entertainment’s budget dolls have been more limited to stores like Family Dollar and Dollar General recently. Bratz has come out with plenty of budget-friendly dolls in the past, including the Stylin’ line from the late 2000s. Some people may wonder what the purpose of these dolls are, especially if they are just scaled-back versions of dolls that were originally released with more pieces. The simple answer is that these releases are meant for consumers who cannot afford the original dolls, and makes these dolls more accessible for lower income families and collectors. Some collectors may not see the “need” for budget dolls and may even see them as pointless, but please keep in mind that these do not need to cater to every collector—not everything is meant to be a collectible and budget dolls serve a purpose for those who may not be in the best financial position. If you don’t see a need or purpose in these budget dolls, then they aren’t made for you and you don’t need to buy them… nobody’s forcing you! But, please don’t discount those who are in need of a more affordable option. In particular, this specific set of Bratz Series 1 budget dolls is meant for the Mexican market and may trickle to the U.S. market soon—read the “Where To Buy” section below for more details!

WHERE TO BUY

If you’re wondering where you can buy the Bratz Series 1 budget dolls, they are currently a Mexico exclusive. As stated in the previous section, the dolls were created specifically for the Mexican market as a cheaper alternative to the standard Bratz dolls—this is a common practice for many toy companies looking to expand their brands in international markets. To break it down, a standard Bratz core series doll (i.e. 20 Yearz, Series 2, Series 3) costs $889 MXN, which is roughly converted to $50 USD; this is twice the cost of a Bratz core series doll, which costs a maximum of $26.99 USD in the United States. Dolls typically cost more outside of the United States because distributors and retailers factor in import costs, causing prices to get marked up—this isn’t something that companies can really control, which is why they create budget dolls. The Bratz Series 1 budget dolls are currently making their way to Liverpool stores in Mexico (please note that Liverpool is the name of a department store chain in Mexico and has no relation to the city in the UK) and retails for $469 MXN—this would translate to roughly $26 USD. It is unknown if the dolls will be sold in other Mexican retailers, or will remain exclusive to Liverpool. There are no links to purchase the dolls online at the moment.

While the dolls remain a Mexico exclusive, there is a chance they might come to the United States! Retailer information is unconfirmed at the moment, but stay tuned for information on whether or not they end up being sold in any U.S. retailers—I suspect they may end up in a department store similar to Liverpool. If the dolls hit the U.S. market, I theorize they will cost between $15-17 USD—again, nothing is confirmed. Otherwise, it does not appear these budget dolls will be sold in any other countries. But, as I have mentioned in the past, put the pressure on your local retailers to stock new Bratz dolls! MGA Entertainment (as well as almost every other company) offer their product range to all international retailers, but it is up to the retailers to order them. If you aren’t getting Bratz in your country, let your retailers know there is demand for them!

OVERALL THOUGHTZ

Overall, I am impressed with the Bratz Series 1 budget dolls and enthused that the brand is receiving this kind of treatment. A lot of folks associate budget dolls with a brand’s failure, but it’s quite the opposite in most cases. It is true that some companies struggle to sell products and sometimes end up repackaging them to ship off to discount stores (the Bratz 2015 dolls being an example), but that isn’t the case with these. These dolls were created out of a demand for more affordable Bratz dolls in Mexico, leading MGA to create an entirely new production run of these dolls for retailers.

Personally, I love seeing different iterations of Bratz—especially scaled-back versions—and this budget line is one of those instances where we see previously-released dolls in fun new packaging! I love the boxes and have always wanted to see more classic Bratz dolls in slim-box packaging like this. Imagine newly-designed slim-box Bratz on shelves? I’d live for it!

Whether you love it or hate it, the Bratz budget dolls provide an affordable option for international collectors while also appealing to kids who simply love to play with dolls. A lot of the online doll community consists of adult collectors who often don’t understand that not all dolls are produced with them in mind—this is an instance where Bratz can reach a younger demographic and give international collectors access to affordable Bratz dolls. I love that MGA is taking more steps to reach its global fanbase and I hope these efforts continue! And don’t forget that this line is delivering a high quality product at an affordable price point compared to the brand’s competitors—that’s always a win!

Thank you again to MGA Entertainment for gifting me this set of Bratz dolls, and thank YOU—the reader—for reading this article about the dolls!

I hope you keep checkin’ out Lookin’ Bratz for more news and reviews in the future! Stay tuned to LookinBratz.com for more news on the Girls with a Passion for Fashion, and make sure to check out Lookin’ Bratz on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok for more scorchin’ Bratz content and news!

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Bratz Pretty 'N' Punk: A Lookin' Bratz Review!
Bratz Pretty 'N' Punk: A Lookin' Bratz Review!

Bratz Pretty ‘N’ Punk Jade, Cloe, Sasha, Yasmin, Eitan, and Meygan

Note: Meygan’s hair was restyled by me to resemble her original doll. Stay tuned for a hair tutorial video on my YouTube channel!

Hey Punkz!

Since August 2022, the Bratz Pretty ‘N’ Punk reproductions have been confirmed—but, it’s taken nearly a year for them to “officially” release. Originally slated to be split into two waves for January and March releases, the dolls were pushed to the Fall season as many toy companies delayed their Spring releases because sales were struggling. Despite this, the first wave—Yasmin, Cloe, and Jade—found their way to Myer stores in Australia earlier this year causing confusion amongst fans about when these dolls would be available elsewhere. On top of all this, there was an uncertainty about the inclusion of Sasha as she was not featured in the original 2005 collection.

After all the waiting and curiosity, is Pretty ‘N’ Punk worth the hype that’s been built up around it for so long? Following in the footsteps of Rock Angelz and Girls Nite Out, Pretty ‘N’ Punk is the third themed line to receive a reproduction since Bratz re-entered the doll market in 2021. While the Rock Angelz reproductions were not well-received by fans and the general public, the Girls Nite Out line proved that MGA was capable of producing well-made and authentic Bratz dolls. Can PNP prove to be as strong as GNO, or does it fall back to the Rock Angelz reproduction era?

The Bratz team at MGA Entertainment was kind enough to send me the full Pretty ‘N’ Punk line and I am so excited to finally share my thoughts and opinions about this release! Keep reading for a detailed review on the Bratz Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls, including tons of pictures plus details on the dolls’ hair, faces, accessories, and how they differ from the original releases!

THE PACKAGING

If you’ve read some of my previous reviews, then you already know that I am always in love with Bratz package designs! Considering Pretty ‘N’ Punk was released eighteen years ago, I can’t fully judge their packaging as it isn’t a new design—but, I will say that I’ve always loved this collection’s packaging! Each character comes in a trapezoid-shaped package with the Union Jack molded in the front. The middle stripe of the package’s molded Union Jack is where the doll is displayed, which is a detail I love! Each box’s handle mimics a leather belt, with two electroplated stars adorned on each side. There is also an electroplated chain attached to the sides of each box, which I am obsessed with. The packaging is essentially the same as its original counterpart, with the only missing accessories being the characters’ “Punk Pets”. This was a semi-controversial exclusion from this reproduction, but the most logical as the suitcase signifies this as a travel line and the accessory count is minimal otherwise; additionally, I wonder if Sasha would have received a completely new pet had they been included, or if her inclusion may have been part of the reason for the pets’ disappearance. The blisters and pop-outs (sans “Punk Pet” details) remain the same, but the sticker on the front that would originally read “Bratz World Destination 2” now reads “Bratz World!”—this change is due to PNP originally being the second and final collection included in the “Bratz World” line that began with Tokyo A Go-Go in 2004. A subtle change is the box’s backdrop as it matches the back of the box, whereas the original had a slightly different design of the Union Jack with deeper shades of red and blue. Yasmin, Cloe, and Jade—the first wave of this collection—feature an image of their original prototypes from 2004; all of the original PNP dolls used this image with Meygan’s prototype included. Sasha, Meygan, and Eitan—the second wave of this collection—feature an image of Sasha’s handpainted sample and what appears to be the final versions of the 2005 Meygan and Eitan or possibly late production samples of their reproduction dolls. Eitan’s original box featured a picture of him, Cameron, and Dylan’s prototypes; unfortunately, Cameron and Dylan will not be reproduced. As always, the package design was beautiful and I love all the small details that MGA includes to play along with the theme. Swipe through the gallery to check out the packaging, plus you can find barcodes at the end!

the dolls, fashions, ‘n’ faces

There have been some mixed feelings about how the dolls look overall compared to the originals, and I have some personal feelings about them as well. At first glance, the dolls seem almost completely faithful to their OG counterparts, but I do notice some differences. Sasha is thankfully exempt from any comparisons, but I do have some thoughts on her as well. Regardless of any differences from the originals, I think it is fair to state that—just like all of the brand’s releases in the past year—the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls have that authentic Bratz feel that the other dolls were sorely missing for quite some time before Fall 2022. From the clothing construction to face application, the PNP dolls are stellar! Let’s get into the details.

When Yasmin, Cloe, and Jade were revealed earlier this year, I was quite impressed with how faithful they looked. Considering that sourcing fabrics and materials used back in 2005 is vastly different from how it is in 2023, I feel that this first wave is strong. There are some subtle differences in the fit of each character’s clothing, specifically each of their jackets and Cloe’s dress, but they overall feel very much like the originals. I have never experienced Yasmin’s clothing before, so I was shocked to learn that her second outfit has two separate tops. I have always wanted Cloe, especially because I love both of her outfits, so I was very pleased with this reproduction’s fits. I have also wanted Yasmin and Jade’s jackets for the longest time, so finally getting them was a huge treat. I always had Jade’s second outfit (sans jacket) because of the Head Gamez! giftset, but it feels so different to finally have a PNP Jade to dress it on. Sasha is a different ball game because she is a brand-new doll. I absolutely adore Sasha’s first outfit, especially the fabric they used on her Union Jack top; on a side note, her Union Jack tube top is separate from her long-sleeved mesh undershirt! Sasha also comes with a separate choker, which is a nice addition; I also love her new saddle bag and the fabric matches perfectly with the other dolls’ handbags. Unlike the other PNP girls who all share the same shoe mold in black, Sasha uses the shoe mold in a silver shade. Sasha stands out because of her different-colored shoes and accessories, the latter of which we’ll discuss in a moment. Sasha’s second outfit, admittedly, is not my favorite. When I first saw Sasha’s second fit, I was unsure of how to feel. It definitely feels a bit out of place, but I do love the individual pieces. The caution tape feels a bit outdated, but I love the construction of that top. I also love Sasha’s skirt separately and was shocked to see that there is a glittery silver skirt attached underneath; some folks have mentioned cutting the skirt to be a mini-skirt, which I will not be doing personally. The purple vest is cute, but I sort of wish we got a full jacket instead. Meygan is mostly faithful to her original doll except for her iconic yellow raincoat. On her reproduction doll, Meygan is missing some stitching details and buttons. Eitan is mostly the same as his original doll, but does not include his ripped-up jean jacket; I wish this had been left in.

On a random note, Yasmin’s skintone has been fixed in this reproduction; her original doll is paler, while her reproduction is more faithful to her actual skintone. Additionally, each doll comes with a suitcase, sticker sheet, and star brush/comb. All of the dolls have the same sticker sheet. Yasmin, Cloe, Jade, Meygan, and Eitan have black suitcases and brushes/combs. Sasha stands out with her blue suitcase and red brush.

Moving on to the dolls’ faces, they are all nearly flawless to me! I do have a few qualms, specifically with Cloe and Meygan. I am not sure if my eyes are playing tricks on me, but one of Cloe’s eyes seems slightly smaller/larger than the other. Meygan’s eye placement could be better, but it is not awful; I also wish her lips were more full like her original doll. Everybody else’s face looks pretty good; please keep in mind that my dolls are technically samples, so their faces may vary from the final production dolls and I am not sure if these placements will end up on any of the final production batches. Sasha has a completely new face screening and I am in love with it! I would say her face is like a mix between First Edition Sasha and PNP Jade’s. Sasha’s face has a fierce and edgy look to it, especially with her cut-crease eyeshadow. I personally love Sasha’s makeup palette, though some have wished her makeup was a bit darker to match the other girls.

Are you wondering what head mold and face application is used on the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls? The Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls use the original 2001 head mold (with the exception of Eitan who uses the 2003 Boyz head) and spray method for their face application.

If you’ve already read my explanation on how Bratz faces are applied, feel free to skip to the next section! If not and you’re interested in learning more, keep on reading! Nearly every Bratz doll between 2001 and 2014, except for a select few, has a face screening that was painted using the “spray” method. The spray method ensures the eyes are elongated across the face for a classic, sultry Bratz look. Between 2015 and 2016 (except for the V Files x Bratz doll), and for the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls released last year, the “sticker” method was used to apply the dolls’ faces. The sticker method is hit-or-miss as the 20 Yearz dolls looked beautiful (in most cases), while it played a huge role in the discontinuation of the brand in 2016. A new method was introduced to the Bratz brand with the Rock Angelz reproductions last year, which is UV printing. UV printing is a more cost-effective method to apply dolls’ faces as spraying seems to be less common in the doll industry these days. Holiday Felicia, the GCDS dolls, Sweet Heart Meygan, and the JimmyPaul dolls also use the UV printing method. However, the GNO 21st Birthday Edition dolls reintroduced the spray method to the brand ever since the 2018 Collector dolls. Hopefully, the spray method will be the continued standard for the Bratz brand.

the hair

A burning question for many fans is: What type of hair do the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls use? All of the dolls featured in this collection (except for Sasha because she was not in the original line) originally used saran hair, which was the standard for Bratz dolls during their prime years. In short, the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls use premium nylon hair. Something to note about Sasha’s hair is that she has an undercut. I did not expect this until one of my friends lifted Sasha’s hair up and found it. The undercut is painted, but I wish it was flocked to feel more intentional. All of the dolls’ hairstyles, especially Yasmin and Jade’s intricate styles, are done flawlessly; I have seen some batches with somewhat messy hair, though. Meygan, on the other hand, does not have her twisted buns like her original doll. I don’t mind this change, but she feels slightly off. If you couldn’t tell by my pictures, I tried my best to replicate Meygan’s OG hairstyle—stay tuned for a video tutorial on my YouTube channel! Read below for an overview on hair types used on Bratz dolls!

Just like the face printing method section, feel free to skip this portion if you’ve already read my explanations on the differences between Bratz hair types! Nylon hair appears to be a new standard for the Bratz brand, as is the case for most MGA doll brands since 2019, which is something I fully support. For context on some of the different hair types used on Bratz, nylon has often been confused with polypropylene, which is a hair fiber that was used in a majority of lines between 2008-2013 and is known for being hard to manage and prone to degrading over time, because of a name mix-up over a decade ago. Saran—which has been used on most Bratz released between 2001-2007, 2015-2018, and on most of the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls (except for some later variants which use nylon) released in 2021—is a great hair fiber that has always satisfied collectors, though it is prone to yellowing and degrading over time. Nylon is another premium hair type that can be easily restyled with heated hair tools and is less likely to degrade over time like saran and polypropylene can do. Saran hair is harder to come by in certain colors and is not as commonly used in modern doll productions due to rising prices, so nylon provides a way for consumers to have these hair colors without resorting to using low-grade polypropylene. Nylon also tends to feel really nice and oftentimes better than saran, so I hope this is something that stays for most—if not all—future Bratz doll releases.

I personally enjoy nylon hair and prefer it in some cases. Some fans may be hesitant to accept nylon as the new standard for Bratz dolls because it tends to “poof” up on their heads (for example, the Rock Angelz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls are often referred to as having “helmet heads”), but it seems that the rooting technique for the latest Bratz dolls has significantly improved. If you are having trouble getting the factory product out of your dolls’ hair that makes it feel “crunchy”, I recommend washing it once (maybe twice depending on how much product is used) with dish soap then following up with a conditioner rinse; a boil wash is not necessary for nylon hair and can damage it, but a flat iron and other heated hairstyling tools may work better for styling their hair after it has been washed and dried.

Stay tuned for a special video on my YouTube channel where I wash and restyle the Pretty ‘N’ Punk and Series 3 dolls’ hair!

the bodies

Unsurprisingly, the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls use the original 2001 bodies with the exception of Eitan who uses the 2003 Boyz body. While I am not the biggest fan of the original bodies and would like an upgrade in the future, the body keeps in line with the reproductions being mostly faithful to the original dolls. Similar to the Fall 2022 dolls, the body’s plastic is closer to the plastic on the original bodies and is less “matte” like other reproductions released in the past year.

other features

All of the dolls come with a dual-sided poster featuring individual character art on one side and the promotional pictures from the back of the box on the other side. Yasmin, Cloe, and Jade’s promotional picture is obviously different from Sasha, Meygan, and Eitan’s. The poster can be found in between the cardboard backing of the box and measures at 11x17 inches.

where to buy

If you’re wondering where you can buy the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls, they seem to have a very sporadic release schedule. Yasmin, Cloe, and Jade have been sold at Myer stores in Australia since February. The first wave also made its way to EB Games/GameStop in Canada, but neither Australia or Canada seem to have gotten second wave in yet—they likely will soon! MGA’s direct-to-buy website, LOLSurprise.com, which ships to the U.S. and several other countries, has been selling the first wave since June and will likely start selling the second wave (Sasha, Meygan, and Eitan) soon. There is currently no info on an exact date of when the LOLSurprise site will start selling them. The dolls will not be coming to physical Target and Walmart stores, but will be sold on their websites. The dolls will likely show up at Toys”R”Us in Macy’s locations. I wish retailers, specifically Target and Walmart, would reconsider selling these in physical stores; they will sell well and look amazing next to the Series 3 and Kylie x Bratz lineups. It’s time for Bratz to take back more shelf spaces at retailers—they’ve earned it! I recommend staying tuned to the official Bratz social media channels for more release info as it comes out! Please note that all information is subject to change.

Other than Australia and Canada, I am not sure where the Series 3 dolls will be sold outside of the United States nor will I be able to post about it. My best advice is to contact local retailers to see if they’ll be selling them, especially if those retailers sold the 20 Yearz dolls last year! Another option for Australian fans is OzToyStore.com. Fans in other countries are often advised by other international fans to order directly from Amazon US. International fans also have the option of checking the retailers listed on MGA Entertainment’s Where To Buy webpage or contacting their international offices for more info. The dolls retail for $34.99 USD; please ignore prices that are higher than this on websites like Amazon and Walmart—these websites allow third-party sellers to sell on their platforms and any prices higher than the retail price are from these sellers, not from the retailers directly.

I want to mention this because I know a lot of fans may worry about the dolls being sold out at some retailers. I need to reiterate this: do not worry! The dolls will likely be restocked. As to when restocks will happen, you will have to keep up with that on your own as there are never set dates for restocks. More than enough dolls have been produced for people to purchase, so be patient and make sure to not give in to reseller prices!

The side of the PNP doll boxes… they look so satisfying lined up like this! Did you check out my unboxing video yet? Check it out here!

Below is a list of some links for the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls! Please note that Eitan’s official release date is listed as August 1, so you will need to purchase him through Amazon’s Bratz page till then.

overall thoughtz

Overall, despite some of the negative attention the collection has received, I am majorly impressed by the Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls! Between PNP and Series 3, combined with the Fall 2022 dolls, I am even more optimistic about the future of Bratz. We have come such a long way since Rock Angelz, and the love and care going into the brand since is apparent. It feels like some people like to hold on to the tragedy that was the Rock Angelz reproductions, but it’s time to let that go and accept that Bratz is truly back. PNP is just another example of Bratz outperforming a lot of dolls currently on the market. Even if stores aren’t giving them enough shelf space and many underestimate the brand’s potential, let’s be clear that Bratz keeps growing stronger and is overdue for new playline designs. Keep it up, MGA, but don’t keep relying on those reproductions! But… I would have loved reproductions of Boyz Punkz Cameron and Dylan! And could we get those Roxxi and Nevra designs from the Bratz x Krash PNP collab in doll form, please?

I want to give a huge conBratzulations to Stephen Sumner for taking on the task of designing a brand-new Sasha for this line! In my opinion, he is a legend in the doll world and has designed for some of my favorite doll lines from the past twenty years—including the Hottiez line, which he co-created! I’ve always wanted to see Stephen work on the Bratz brand since he started working at MGA, so I’m happy to see him stepping into that territory. I also think it is a HUGE deal that MGA and the Bratz team decided to include Sasha in this line, especially because they started from scratch with her and used no source material. Some people can disagree, but I can happily say that Sasha’s design is a perfect addition to this collection and she fits in perfectly while standing out in the way only Sasha can.

Thank you again to MGA Entertainment for gifting me this set of Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls, and thank YOU—the reader—for reading this article about the collection!

Shoutout to my friends Emil and Frank for taking pictures of the 2005 PNP dolls for this article—thank you so much!

I hope you keep checkin’ out Lookin’ Bratz for more news and reviews in the future! Make sure to check out my YouTube unboxing video for another look at the dolls and subscribe for more Bratz videos.

Stay tuned to LookinBratz.com for more news on the Girls with a Passion for Fashion, and make sure to check out Lookin’ Bratz on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok for more scorchin’ Bratz content and news!

Also, make sure to keep up-to-date with all the latest and upcoming Bratz releases with the Bratz 2023 Masterpost—including the upcoming Kylie Jenner x Bratz collab! Till then…

xoxo

 
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Bratz Series 3 and Funky Fashion Furniture Retro-Swing Chair: A Lookin' Bratz Review!

Bratz Series 3 Dana, Felicia, Tiana, Fianna, and Koby

Hey Angelz!

Aside from the Tweevils launch this past April, we haven’t had any new Bratz releases since last Fall. Most companies, including MGA Entertainment, shifted their Spring lineups to Fall in hopes that sales would do better for the holiday season. With this, all playline Bratz releases were moved—this led to a lot of confusion with fans and collectors excited for more Bratz reproductions like the upcoming Pretty ‘N’ Punk line. Along with PNP, the other reproduction collection on the tip of nearly every Bratz fan’s mouth is the Series 3 collection. While most of the Fall lineup for Bratz was expected to commence by July 23rd, Amazon surprise-dropped the Series 3 dolls on July 11th leaving collectors in a frenzy to purchase the freshly reproduced dolls.

Why is Series 3 being lauded as one of the biggest doll releases this season? Well, if you didn’t already know, MGA has been slowly reproducing and reintroducing beloved characters from the Bratz brand with their “Core Series” line since 2021’s 20 Yearz Special Edition collection consisting of the core four Bratz girls and Cameron in their debut fashion looks. The following year, fans were surprised to see reproductions of five secondary characters (Meygan, Kiana, Kumi, Nevra, and Dylan) from the brand’s prime years with the Series 2 collection. Now, almost nine months later, MGA has officially released their Series 3 lineup—Dana, Felicia, Tiana, Fianna, and Koby!

The Bratz team at MGA Entertainment was kind enough to send me the full Series 3 line plus the Funky Fashion Furniture Retro-Swing Chair reproduction playset, and I am so excited to finally share my thoughts and options about this release! Keep reading for a detailed review on the Bratz Series 3 dolls, including tons of pictures plus details on the dolls’ hair, faces, accessories, and how they differ from the original releases!

the packaging

If there is ever anything Bratz could never fail at doing, it’s package design! Simple yet stunning, the Bratz Series 3 collection features each character in standard trapezoid packaging with holographic elements, character artwork, and character name and icon motifs. Each doll comes with a different set of clothing pieces and accessories. Each of the girls comes with two full outfits including a jacket/wrap, second pair of shoes, a hairbrush/comb, and poster; Koby comes with the same pieces, but no jacket. Dana, Tiana, and Koby come with sunglasses; Dana, Tiana, and Fianna come with earrings. Felicia’s comes with additional fuzzy boot warmers. Unlike some of the brand’s previous releases in the past two years that came with plastic shell packaging with cardboard inserts, the Series 3 dolls all have half-plastic/half-cardboard shell packaging.

The basic trapezoid packaging is something that has been seen throughout the years with many Bratz releases (especially during the early years) and is not new for dolls like Funk Out! Fianna and Nu-Cool Koby, but this is the first time that it has been seen with deluxe releases like Funk ‘N’ Glow Dana, Campfire Felicia, and Welcome To Fabulous Tiana; all three of these dolls were released in deluxe packaging for their respective collections. Because of this new packaging and lower price point, the once-deluxe dolls do not come with all of the fashion pieces and accessories their original dolls had.

Along with packaging changes, each doll has brand-new character artwork. Similar to Series 2 which has 2002-style artwork, the Series 3 dolls have 2003-style artwork (could we see the brand moving up a year with each new “Core Series” release?) based off each doll’s original artwork. Each character’s artwork mimics their original character artwork, but is updated to fit the 2003 vibe. I absolutely love each new character artwork, especially Dana and Felicia’s! Koby’s artwork throws me off a little as he looks like a strange mix between the early ‘02 and ‘03 styles of artwork for the Boyz line. Dana, Fianna, and Koby keep their original nicknames and character icons, while some updates are made for Felicia and Tiana. Felicia, who has always been referred to as “Glam Gecko”, finally receives a character icon design that is introduced in this collection. Tiana is given a new nickname in this collection, being dubbed “Hot Sauce” with a new chili pepper icon design; in 2008, with the Triiiplets (Third Edition) release that many fans consider to be non-canon to the brand’s lore, Tiana was given the nickname “Elegant Elephant”. It seems that MGA is retconning Tiana’s original nickname in favor of something more fitting for her character—I like this change! The back of each box features solo character artwork similar to the Flaunt It! dolls, along with a bio, "I Come With” list of the box’s contents, and group character artwork at the bottom.

My feelings towards the Series 3 boxes is the same as my feeling towards the Series 2 boxes… I love them! Seeing secondary characters, especially Tiana and Felicia, in this type of basic yet iconic packaging really makes me emotional. Having basic releases in sleek packaging is something I’ve wanted to see for nearly every Bratz character throughout the years and I’m so happy to see that happening with the Core Series lines. The color stories for each character matching their icon color palettes is also a really fun touch and it’s so fun seeing the different colors all together!

On a random note, I have received confirmation that Dana will have a packaging variant in later production runs where she will be dressed in her second outfit (with the skirt) rather than her first outfit. It is unknown when this variant will start hitting retailers.

Swipe to the end of the gallery to get barcodes for Series 3!

the dolls, fashions, ‘n’ faces

Some of the dolls featured in Series 3 closely replicate their original counterparts, while some have drastic changes. To be clear, while Bratz has been producing reproductions for the past two years, I do not believe some of them—especially the Core Series lines—are intended to be completely faithful reproductions. In fact, I view the Core Series lines to be opportunities to reintroduce characters to the brand in core looks at an affordable price point. Additionally, this makes sense if the brand ever wants to use these characters in future collections as it builds character familiarity with consumers. While I appreciate the faithfulness that the 20 Yearz Special Edition/Series 1 dolls had to their source material, there are some things I am willing to let go when it comes to the more recent lineups; on the opposite end, there are also things that I really wish were present with these Core Series reproductions.

Out of all the reproductions, Koby is likely the most faithful to his OG counterpart. Series 3 Koby shares the most similarities with his Nu-Cool doll from 2003, but I will note that he does not come with his bag, jewelry, and his second outfit tops are one piece instead of separates like his original. Otherwise, Koby is a solid reproduction and I have no complaints—though I would’ve loved a bag! Dana’s pieces are well-made and very similar to her original Funk ‘N’ Glow doll, which in turn recycles pieces from Funk ‘N’ Glow Cloe and Sasha from the first edition of the line. Something disappointing about Dana is that she does not come with her black velvet cowperson hat, which was one of my fave fashion pieces from the OG version! Fianna has a lot of differences from her Funk Out! doll in terms of fashion, most notably her first outfit’s colors differing from her OG’s. Some fans were shocked to see FNG Dana get reproduced as opposed to more basic dolls like Style It! and Funk Out!, but I honestly love that they went with FNG instead—but, I wouldn’t have minded a Style It! Dana with nylon hair. The original Funk Out! Fianna has a more burgundy top, wrap, and sandal color, while the Series 3 version is more of a plum-like purple. I would attribute this change to the fact that it is hard to source the same exact fabrics from nearly twenty years ago, and I don’t mind this update at all—it works! Funk Out! Fianna being the choice for this series makes the most sense as it is not only Fianna’s first appearance with two full outfits, but also most recognizable from her appearance in the television series and the various animated characters modeled after her. Fun fact: Funk Out! Fianna’s outfits were mostly recycled from the “Flash ‘N’ Dash!”, “Last Dance!”, and “Secret Crush!” fashion packs from 2003. Felicia is the reproduction that has many fans torn between disappointment and excitement as she is missing several fashion pieces, including her hat, gloves, and pajama set; in lieu of her pajamas, she comes with her original yellow tank top (not to be confused with Campfire Yasmin’s tank top, which is basically the same) and Campfire Cloe’s skirt. While I understand the disappointment, the only thing I wish she came with is her hat because it definitely compliments her first look well. I don’t mind Felicia not coming with her pajamas and I’m glad that MGA is looking to give her a more “casual” look as she would otherwise stand out too much with a pajama set, but I do wish they considered giving her a different pair of second shoes as they look odd with that second outfit. I do hope that, maybe one day in the future, MGA considers giving us the modified version of Felicia’s pajamas that they teased in an Instagram post back in May. Tiana’s pieces are pretty spot-on, though the metallic-like shine on her pants are a more vibrant pink rather than a deep red. One major downside, just like Series 2, is that the dolls do not come with handbags. I really would’ve loved if they had bags! But, I guess they just don’t fit in the budget…

Moving on to faces and face application method, there are more similarities and differences to explore between the 2023 and OG counterparts. Koby’s face is practically the same as his original doll. Dana, who uses the First Edition Cloe screening, is pretty much the same as her original doll though some batches (not that many have been seen so far) seem to have a wonky placement. My Dana, as well as several others, have looked pretty good so far! Fianna uses the Stylin’ Salon ‘N’ Spa (Second Edition) Fianna screening just like her original, but the placement is much better! Funk Out! Fianna is known, and often ridiculed, for her “fivehead”. Series 3 Fianna’s placement reduces her forehead size and looks gorgeous; the screening placement looks refined and similar to the Hot Summer Dayz Cool Pool Fianna doll. Felicia looks almost exactly like her Campfire counterpart—I’m stunned by how gorgeous she is! Felicia uses the Slumber Party Cloe screening; Slumber Party is rumored to be the next major reproduction line after Pretty ‘N’ Punk, which means a potential reproduction Slumber Party Cloe's face is almost guaranteed to look gorgeous. Tiana is given the biggest screening update in the line, using a completely different screening than her original doll. Welcome To Fabulous Tiana has her own unique screening that was never used again after her release. Series 3 Tiana looks a lot more like her original prototype in which she has slimmer eyes. I am unsure if Series 3 Tiana replicates an exact screening, but her eyes remind me a lot of Secret Date Jade’s screening; the main difference between these two is that Tiana uses the open mouth mold while Jade uses the closed mouth mold. Tiana’s new face is stunning and a much needed update to this doll!

Are you wondering what head mold and face application is used on the Series 3 dolls? The Series 3 dolls use the original 2001 head mold (with the exception of Koby who uses the 2003 Boyz head) and spray method for their face application.

If you’ve already read my explanation on how Bratz faces are applied, feel free to skip to the next section! If not and you’re interested in learning more, keep on reading! Nearly every Bratz doll between 2001 and 2014, except for a select few, has a face screening that was painted using the “spray” method. The spray method ensures the eyes are elongated across the face for a classic, sultry Bratz look. Between 2015 and 2016 (except for the V Files x Bratz doll), and for the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls released last year, the “sticker” method was used to apply the dolls’ faces. The sticker method is hit-or-miss as the 20 Yearz dolls looked beautiful (in most cases), while it played a huge role in the discontinuation of the brand in 2016. A new method was introduced to the Bratz brand with the Rock Angelz reproductions last year, which is UV printing. UV printing is a more cost-effective method to apply dolls’ faces as spraying seems to be less common in the doll industry these days. Holiday Felicia, the GCDS dolls, Sweet Heart Meygan, and the JimmyPaul dolls also use the UV printing method. However, the GNO 21st Birthday Edition dolls reintroduced the spray method to the brand ever since the 2018 Collector dolls. Hopefully, the spray method will be the continued standard for the Bratz brand.

the hair

A burning question for many fans is: What type of hair do the Series 3 dolls use? All of the dolls featured in this collection originally used saran hair, which was the standard for Bratz dolls during their prime years. In short, the Series 3 dolls use premium nylon hair. Read below for an overview on hair types used on Bratz dolls!

Just like the face printing method section, feel free to skip this portion if you’ve already read my explanations on the differences between Bratz hair types! Nylon hair appears to be a new standard for the Bratz brand, as is the case for most MGA doll brands since 2019, which is something I fully support. For context on some of the different hair types used on Bratz, nylon has often been confused with polypropylene, which is a hair fiber that was used in a majority of lines between 2008-2013 and is known for being hard to manage and prone to degrading over time, because of a name mix-up over a decade ago. Saran—which has been used on most Bratz released between 2001-2007, 2015-2018, and on most of the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls (except for some later variants which use nylon) released in 2021—is a great hair fiber that has always satisfied collectors, though it is prone to yellowing and degrading over time. Nylon is another premium hair type that can be easily restyled with heated hair tools and is less likely to degrade over time like saran and polypropylene can do. Saran hair is harder to come by in certain colors and is not as commonly used in modern doll productions due to rising prices, so nylon provides a way for consumers to have these hair colors without resorting to using low-grade polypropylene. Nylon also tends to feel really nice and oftentimes better than saran, so I hope this is something that stays for most—if not all—future Bratz doll releases.

Bratz Series 3 Underwear Details

I personally enjoy nylon hair and prefer it in some cases. Some fans may be hesitant to accept nylon as the new standard for Bratz dolls because it tends to “poof” up on their heads (for example, the Rock Angelz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls are often referred to as having “helmet heads”), but it seems that the rooting technique for the latest Bratz dolls has significantly improved. If you are having trouble getting the factory product out of your dolls’ hair that makes it feel “crunchy”, I recommend washing it once (maybe twice depending on how much product is used) with dish soap then following up with a conditioner rinse; a boil wash is not necessary for nylon hair and can damage it, but a flat iron and other heated hairstyling tools may work better for styling their hair after it has been washed and dried.

Stay tuned for a special video on my YouTube channel where I wash and restyle the Series 3 and Pretty ‘N’ Punk dolls’ hair!

the bodies

Unsurprisingly, the Series 3 dolls use the original 2001 bodies with the exception of Koby who uses the 2003 Boyz body. While I am not the biggest fan of the original bodies and would like an upgrade in the future, the body keeps in line with the reproductions being mostly faithful to the original dolls. Similar to the Fall 2022 dolls, the body’s plastic is closer to the plastic on the original bodies and is less “matte” like other reproductions released in the past year. Just like the Series 2 dolls, all of the girls have different colored underwear that matches their color palettes!

other features

As I mentioned earlier in the article, all of the dolls come with a poster featuring character art. All of the girls come with a poster similar to the 20 Yearz and Series 2 dolls, and features character art of the Series 3 girls while Koby comes with a poster that features only his artwork. The poster can be found in between the cardboard backing of the box and measures at 11x17 inches.

FUNKY FASHION FURNITURE RETRO-SWING CHAIR PLAYSET

Also expected to release very soon is a reproduction of the Funky Fashion Furniture Retro-Swing Chair playset, or as some fans like to call it: the egg chair! At the time I am writing this article, I do not know a solid release date but I am expecting it to be very soon!

As someone who owns the original version of this playset, I have to admit that I love the reproduction much more! The original uses a darker faux fur fabric, while the reproduced version uses a baby pink faux fur fabric that feels more plush than its original counterpart. Some fans have noticed that the reproduction doesn’t come with all of the accessories that the original had—the pen, diary, and water bottle. I personally don’t mind that these accessories were omitted, especially if Slumber Party reproductions eventually come out because those will likely come with the pen and diary accessories. The chair is extra cute and can make a perfect addition to any doll or miniature collection—not just Bratz! I see the chair being sized well for other brands around Bratz size like L.O.L. Surprise! and all of its spinoffs or even some taller brands like Rainbow High, Monster High, and others.

where to buy

If you’re wondering where you can buy the Series 3 dolls, they have just started sales on Amazon (U.S. and international) and will soon become available at other retailers. MGA’s direct-to-buy website, LOLSurprise.com, ships to the U.S. and several other countries—there is currently no info on when the site will start selling them, but likely soon. The dolls and playset are expected to hit physical Target stores by August and physical Walmart stores by October. I recommend staying tuned to the official Bratz social media channels for more release info as it comes out! Please note that all information is subject to change.

I am not sure where the Series 3 dolls will be sold outside of the United States nor will I be able to post about it, but my best advice is to contact local retailers to see if they’ll be selling them, especially if those retailers sold the 20 Yearz dolls last year! Some tips I do have is to check Myer and OzToy Store in Australia and EB Games/GameStop in Canada. International fans also have the option of checking the retailers listed on MGA Entertainment’s Where To Buy webpage or contacting their international offices for more info. The dolls retail for $26.99 USD and the playset retails for $24.99 USD; please ignore prices that are higher than this on websites like Amazon and Walmart—these websites allow third-party sellers to sell on their platforms and any prices higher than the retail price are from these sellers, not from the retailers directly.

I want to mention this because I know a lot of fans may worry about the dolls being sold out at some retailers. I need to reiterate this: do not worry! The dolls will likely be restocked. As to when restocks will happen, you will have to keep up with that on your own as there are never set dates for restocks. More than enough dolls have been produced for people to purchase, so be patient and make sure to not give in to reseller prices!

Below is a list of some links for the Series 3 dolls and Funky Fashion Furniture playset!

OVERALL THOUGHTZ

The side of the Series 3 doll boxes… they look so satisfying lined up like this! Did you check out my unboxing video yet? Check it out here!

Overall, I am more than satisfied with the Series 3 collection and blown away by how much growth the brand has had since their doll relaunch in 2021. Truthfully, it is shocking to look at the Series 3 dolls and know that they were produced in 2003. The quality and attention given to the dolls—missing pieces aside—is some of the best we’ve had in years. Series 2 was a strong collection, but Series 3 is even stronger and proving that Bratz is ready to be put back on the map. Series 3 just further confirms my personal feelings towards the brand, and that it has potential for so much more! I hope that, at some point in the next two years, MGA takes the time to craft a proper playline reboot that isn’t reproduction-focused. While I don’t foresee Bratz taking on the doll market the way it did back in the 2000s immediately, I can see a bright future for the brand if they keep it up. I’m rooting for Bratz all the way!

Thank you again to MGA Entertainment for gifting me this set of Series 2 dolls, and thank YOU—the reader—for reading this article about the collection!

I hope you keep checkin’ out Lookin’ Bratz for more news and reviews in the future! Make sure to check out my YouTube unboxing video for another look at the dolls and subscribe for more Bratz videos.

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Also, stay tuned for my Pretty ‘N’ Punk 2023 review coming VERY soon! Keep up-to-date with all the latest and upcoming Bratz releases with the Bratz 2023 Masterpost!

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Bratz Tweevils Special Edition Kirstee and Kaycee 2-Pack: A Lookin' Bratz Review!
Bratz Tweevils Special Edition Kirstee and Kaycee 2-Pack: A Lookin' Bratz Review!

Bratz Tweevils Special Edition Kirstee and Kaycee. Custom Your Thing magazine created by me with artwork from @TheVinylScene.

Hey Angelz!

The latest Bratz release has been nothing short of Bratztoric, giving long-time fans a pair of characters in doll-form almost eighteen years since their debut… the Tweevils! This annoying yet lovable duo debuted in the 2005 film Bratz Rock Angelz, becoming the villainous comic relief characters in the Bratz television series and several films alongside their boss Burdine. What made MGA Entertainment wait nearly two decades to produce Tweevils dolls, and do they live up to the hype? The Bratz team at MGA Entertainment was kind enough to send me a Tweevils set, and I have been so excited to share my thoughts on this release! Keep reading for a detailed review on the Tweevils dolls, including tons of pictures plus details on the dolls’ hair, faces, accessories, and more!

THE PACKAGING

Can we talk about a perfect package design? I did not know what to expect in terms of packaging ever since news of the Tweevils dolls broke back in August of last year. I was lowkey expecting something along the lines of the classic Twiins boxes, but was surprised to find out that the Tweevils come in a highly-detailed diorama that includes many references to the characters and Bratz brand. To start with, I expected the Tweevils logo to somewhat capture a Barbie-esque essence seeing that the Tweevils draw inspiration from Barbie’s sisters Skipper and Kelly (now Chelsea); as expected, the new typeface gives a Barbie-like quality. The “ee” in “Tweevils” have a crown and bow over them as a reference to the crown and bow that Kirstee and Kaycee wear in their hair, respectively. Because the Tweevils are, well… evil, the logo also features devil horns on each end with a devil tail along the bottom that calls back to the original Twiins logo.

The box shape does not follow traditional Bratz packaging, but almost mimics it by appearing as a trapezoid on top of an opposite trapezoid to form a bow shape… did I explain that correctly? The packaging also features quote bubbles with catchphrases for each Tweevil, with Kirstee saying “Whatever!” and Kaycee saying “My Nose!” in reference to her everlasting nose job recovery. The tagline of the box reads: “They’re twins… and they’re seriously evil!”

The Tweevils are backdropped by a diorama of their desks in the Your Thing magazine office, which is where they work in the animated Bratz films and television series. The box handle is a ribbon tied to look like a bow, which is a reference to Kaycee’s hairpiece. The back of the box features a description alongside new artwork featuring Kirstee and Kaycee in Bratz art form. Along the sides and on the back of the box, catchphrases from the Tweevils can be found—including: “Yeah!”, “Oww, my nose!'“, “Whatever!”, “Loser!”, and “Get a new one!”, among other iconic catchphrases and quotes from the pair. The packaging uses a lot of different fonts for the Tweevils’ catchphrases, including the Bratz The Movie and Genie Magic fonts—not sure if those were lil’ easter eggs or just a coincidence! Either way… NEAT-O! The box reminds me a lot of the marketing materials for the Mean Girls musical, especially the typeface used for the “My new ensemble!” quote.

This package design is one of my favorites not only from the Bratz comeback, but from the Bratz brand. All of the assets work together beautifully to create something unique yet aligned with the Bratz brand—the lack of Bratz branding (the logo only appears very small in two spots) also helps separate the Tweevils from the Bratz, which makes sense as they are considered the anti-Bratz.

the dolls, fashions, ‘n’ faces

At first glance, some people may misjudge the Tweevils as looking like knockoff Bratz dolls. To that, I say: isn’t that the point? As much as the Tweevils do look like “knockoffs” of our beloved Bratz, do not mistake them for low-quality products.

Kirstee and Kaycee are dressed in their iconic pink slip dresses with white buttons on their straps, taken straight from their animated appearances. The dresses also have white lining along the hems. Kirstee comes with a fabric crown hair accessory with beading around it to mimic pearls. The crown is attached to Kirstee’s head with plastic ties to make it stay in place. Kirstee wears a fabric bow in her hair, which is attached to a hair tie that wraps around her bun. Both Tweevils wear the iconic First Edition Jade/Yasmin shoe mold in hot pink, just like their animated character models! They also come with matching pink heart-shaped earrings.

The Tweevils only come with one fashion per doll, which has caused some mixed feelings from fans as their price point is on the higher side. While I would’ve loved to have seen an additional fashion come with these dolls, I’m not sure if it would make sense as these characters aren’t really known for having other outfits. Some fans expected a hyper-glamorous version of the Tweevils à la TheVinylScene’s fan artwork or Hextian’s custom dolls. While the fanmade interpretations of the Tweevils are gorgeous, I’m not sure it would’ve made sense for the dolls to look like anything other than their original character designs—at least for their introductory looks. We can get more into the criticism these dolls are facing later in the article, but I firmly believe the dolls and fashions are perfect considering they look almost exactly like their animated character models.

As for the faces, both of the Tweevils have brand new screenings and a new head mold to match. The new head mold was casted in 2022 and makes its debut through this two-pack. The head mold is meant to mimic the face shapes of the Tweevils’ animated character models, while still staying somewhat similar to the original Bratz head mold from 2001. Kirstee’s screening is unique in that she is giving an exaggerated expression, something that is rarely seen in the Bratz brand. Kirstee’s left eyebrow is raised while her right eyebrow is scrunched to give the expression of raising her brow, while her mouth is painted to show her grinning and showing a little bit of teeth; this makes sense as the Tweevils are often known to cause shenanigans in the movies and series. I was initially unsure of how I felt about Kirstee’s expression because it is something that I am not used to on Bratz dolls, but quickly understood that the expression adds to the camp factor of this set. It makes sense that Kirstee would have such an expression because the Tweevils aren’t ordinary Bratz characters, they’re the comic relief. Kaycee’s facial expression is more neutral, which is a good choice as her primary feature is her nose bandage. If people are confused about why Kaycee has a nose bandage, her character is known for having nose jobs and a nose that is often met with flying objects that impede her healing process. I adore Kaycee’s expression and think the “neutral” version of this screening—while not on the same level as other Bratz screenings—is gorgeous in its own right. The nose bandage is painted on and not molded, which is likely because it is more difficult for factories to paint the nose bandage when there is a mold; this is an issue seen with some Rainbow High dolls with molded-on nose bandages.

In regards to face application method, the Tweevils dolls use the spray method. If you’ve already read my explanation on how Bratz faces are applied, feel free to skip to the next section! If not, and you’re interested in learning more, keep on reading! Nearly every Bratz doll between 2001 and 2014, except for a select few, has a face screening that was painted using the “spray” method. The spray method ensures the eyes are elongated across the face for a classic, sultry Bratz look. Between 2015 and 2016 (except for the V Files x Bratz doll), and for the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls released last year, the “sticker” method was used to apply the dolls’ faces. The sticker method is hit-or-miss as the 20 Yearz dolls looked beautiful (in most cases), while it played a huge role in the discontinuation of the brand in 2016. A new method was introduced to the Bratz brand with the Rock Angelz reproductions in 2021, which is UV printing. UV printing is a more cost-effective method to apply dolls’ faces as spraying seems to be less common and more expensive in the doll industry these days. All releases after the Rock Angelz reproductions until the JimmyPaul dolls used the UV method. The Girls Nite Out 21st Birthday Edition dolls reintroduced the spray method to the brand ever since the 2018 Collector dolls. The new head mold combined with two new screenings that are applied using the spray method means that a lot of money went into the production of the Tweevils.

Check the gallery for a comparison of the Tweevils head mold to the original 2001 head mold!

the hair

Are you wondering what hair fiber the Tweevils dolls use? The Tweevils dolls use premium nylon hair, which has become the new standard for Bratz. Both dolls have perfectly styled buns with two short tendrils in the front to mimic their animated character model hairstyles. I have attached pictures of how the buns are styled and tied in the gallery! I will not be taking the dolls’ hairstyles out or washing their hair, so do not expect to see that in this article.

Just like the face application method section, feel free to skip this portion if you’ve already read my explanations on the differences between Bratz hair types! Nylon hair appears to be a new standard for the Bratz brand, as is the case for most MGA doll brands since 2019, which is something I fully support. For context on some of the different hair types used on Bratz, nylon has often been confused with polypropylene, which is a hair fiber that was used in a majority of lines between 2008-2013 and is known for being hard to manage and prone to degrading over time, because of a name mix-up over a decade ago. Saran—which has been used on most Bratz released between 2001-2007, 2015-2018, and on most of the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls (except for some later variants which use nylon)—is a great hair fiber that has always satisfied collectors, though it is prone to yellowing and degrading over time. Nylon is another premium hair type that can be easily restyled with heated hair tools and is less likely to degrade over time like saran and polypropylene can do. Saran hair has become more difficult to source (companies like Mattel have their own saran supply, which is how they get to use it), so nylon provides a way for consumers to have nice doll hair without resorting to using low-grade polypropylene. Nylon also tends to feel really nice and oftentimes better than saran, and is known to last decades without degrading.

Bratz Tweevils 2-Pack Hand Close-Up

TL;DR: Do not expect any upcoming Bratz or MGA releases to use saran hair. Nylon is the new standard.

the bodies

The Tweevils dolls use the Collector 2018 body with the Movie hand sculpt from 2007. The bodies are almost identical to the Movie bodies, except the torso is the same as the 2001 standard body rather than having the articulated torsos that the Movie dolls had. Something to note is that the hand pegs for the Cult Gaia and Mowalola dolls changed shape, and it seems that the Tweevils may use the body mold from these dolls as the Movie hand pegs seem too long for hand socket. It creates some space between the arm and hand.

other features and accessories

Bratz Tweevils 2-Pack Doll Stand

The Tweevils dolls do not come with many accessories outside of what they are wearing. The only other accessories are two doll stands, two star-shaped brushes, and an 11x17 inch poster (not pictured, watch my YouTube review for a closer look). The base of the doll stand originates from Winter Ball Beauty Cloe, but has foot pegs similar to the Rock Angelz stands. This re-imagined doll stand was introduced with the Cult Gaia dolls last year, and has been one of my favorite stands from the brand. I hope MGA continues to use this in future Bratz releases!

where to buy and edition size

If you’re wondering where to buy the Bratz Tweevils 2-Pack, they are currently available at several online retailers! This release is an online exclusive and has not been spotted in any physical retailers, nor do I expect that we’ll see them in any physical stores. The set is being sold on Amazon and LOLSurprise.com in most countries, as well as OzToyStore.com in Australia. The set retails for $50 USD. Amazon and LOLSurprise.com both ship worldwide, and fans internationally may be able to order directly from their country’s Amazon site by changing the “.com” domain of the Amazon link to their country’s domain—though, from what I hear, some international fans can order from the U.S. site. The dolls are not expected to be sold anywhere else aside from the retailers listed in this section. The dolls are being billed as a “limited edition” release, meaning they are made in smaller quantities. The batch size has not been listed publicly anywhere, so that information is unavailable. Get the dolls while you can!

overall thoughtz

They’re twins and they’re seriously evil! They’re… the TWEEVILS! Make sure to check out my YouTube unboxing video for more context and a closer look at the dolls!

Overall, I am really impressed by the Tweevils 2-Pack! When the Tweevils listing was found last August, I was nervous about the direction MGA would go in for a release like this. I was surprised to see how much care and effort went into this release, especially with the creation of new head molds and face screenings. Once again, MGA has managed to create another high-quality product to add to the Bratz lineup. While some may disagree, I believe this release is a major win for the Bratz brand! Fall 2022 proved to be a strong season for Bratz and they still have a lot to prove after some faulty releases in 2021, but I do feel that Bratz is on an upward trajectory and each new release is proving that.

Some fans are upset that the Tweevils do not come with much or may have set high personal expectations in terms of what MGA was going to create in terms of fashion. Again, I do not think the Tweevils need to be hyper-glamorous—at least not in their first-ever release. Keeping the Tweevils as recognizable as possible is a smart move; this not only appeals to die-hard Bratz fans, but also casual fans who grew up with the animated movies and television series. Fans can re-create iconic moments from the animated Bratz media using show-accurate dolls of the Tweevils. It wouldn’t make sense to have highly-stylized Tweevils in designer fashion pieces for their introductory release, especially when creating these dolls is likely a huge risk for the company.

With that in mind, I do think that this release has received unnecessary negativity from some who are not satisfied with the dolls. Some have argued that this release was unnecessary, either because they find the Tweevils characters irrelevant or think they should have been given new designs. Some believe this is a “cheap” way of keeping the Bratz brand relevant, or that it shows just how irrelevant the brand is. So many contradictory arguments with little proof to back up statements, honestly.

To be quite clear, I think this release is a testament to how popular the Bratz brand truly is and the impact that it has had in people’s lives so many years later. Very rarely do companies take a chance on releasing a product that caters to a niche audience with a high chance of not selling. This is likely why MGA did not risk producing the Tweevils or many other villainous characters back in the brand’s prime era. Additionally, the Tweevils were an even higher-risk product back then because they are a parody of Barbie’s sisters—although, Burdine and the Tweevils also draw inspiration from an executive director Mucci Fassett worked with on the animated Bratz films and series. You can learn more about that in an episode of Bratzline Podcast! Furthermore, the characters were designed by an animation team and not by the doll designers; this may have made it even more difficult to produce Tweevils dolls back in the day, if it was ever considered. For these reasons, the Tweevils dolls were likely never something MGA truly considered releasing until now. It makes a lot of sense to release them now because they hold a sense of nostalgia for many people, plus we probably would’ve never received a box design filled with catchphrases back in the day; these catchphrases and quotes hold more relevance today because we’ve held onto them for this long.

But to release a brand-new set of dolls for characters introduced eighteen years ago? To me, that shows that there is a demand for these types of products and that the brand continues to remain relevant. And to further argue, the Tweevils set was the #1 best-selling product in the “Dolls” category on launch day and continues to rank high in that and the “Toys & Games” category of the online retailer’s site. Additionally, the set is one of the top-selling products on LOLSurprise.com at the moment. So, regardless of what people have to complain about, this release has proven to be a huge success and I cannot wait to see what the Bratz brand is going to deliver in the future! Also, they have a brand-new head mold and face screenings. I don’t think people understand how much money it costs to create new stencils for spray screenings and cast new head molds, so you can’t deny that these dolls are a labor of love. These are things that fans should be wanting, not rallying against!

The Tweevils are a core part of the Bratz brand’s success in regards to media, so it only makes sense that they get the doll treatment! Not to mention, they paved the way for other mischievous twins in MGA properties from Bratzillaz to Rainbow High! They are the epitome of the evil twin trope in children’s media.

Thank you so much to MGA Entertainment for sending the Tweevils set and for making the first Bratz release of the year (unless you count Pretty ‘N’ Punk, which probably won’t have a wider release till August) iconic!

I hope you keep checkin’ out Lookin’ Bratz for more news and reviews in the future! Make sure to check out my YouTube unboxing video for another look at the dolls and subscribe for more Bratz videos.

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Curious about what else the Bratz brand has in store? There are more doll releases to come in 2023! A lot of Bratz products (including Pretty ‘N’ Punk) have been pushed to Fall because companies have been struggling with Spring sales, but keep your eyes peeled to LookinBratz.com for more news! You can check out some of what’s expected later this year on the Bratz 2023 Masterpost!

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Bratz x Cult Gaia Collection: A Lookin' Bratz Review!
Bratz x Cult Gaia Collection: A Lookin' Bratz Review!

Bratz x Cult Gaia Yasmin and Cloe

Hey Angelz!

It’s been nearly a year since the Cult Gaia x Bratz clothing collection was released and Jasmin Larian announced that a doll collection would come in later 2022. The dolls were officially released in October to much fanfare, but their hype fizzled quickly in the wake of the Mowalola release. The dolls were supported with a marketing campaign that consisted of a celebrity and influencer-filled 21st birthday party for the brand, which yours truly was invited to! But was this enough to get consumers interested in this designer collaboration? Unfortunately, I fell into the Mowalola trap as well because I received the Cult Gaia and Mowalola dolls at the same time; I planned on releasing the Cult Gaia reviews earlier, but that plan fell short. But, the time has finally come to give y’all a review of the Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls! The Bratz team at MGA Entertainment was kind enough to send both Cult Gaia dolls to me and I have some thoughts to share! Keep reading for a detailed review on the Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls, including tons of pictures plus details on the dolls’ hair, faces, accessories, and more!

the packaging

The Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls elevate the brand’s classic trapezoid shape into a luxe store-like display. The Cult Gaia packaging maintains the Bratz brand’s trapezoid box introduced in 2001, while expanding the front window display to be shaped like an oval arch—this shape is commonly used in Cult Gaia’s branding, as well as their offices and stores. The sides of the boxes also use this oval arch shape to show each doll’s additional outfits and accessories. All around each box is a silver brushed metal graphic that makes all of the other assets—such as artwork and logos—pop. The beautiful character artwork, illustrated by the mega-talented Lucy Dash, compliments the packaging, and is featured on the front and back. On the front window display, a holographic text reads “thanks it’s Cult Gaia” (which was coined in a promotional video released for the clothing collab early last year); some variants read just “Cult Gaia” by itself. The front of the packaging also features the Cult Gaia x Bratz logo, with the Cult Gaia logo being Bratz-ified for the collab. The top of each box has an electroplated handle meant to mimic the Cult Gaia x Bratz bracelet released with the Holiday Felicia doll and clothing collaboration from last year. Each box has a tag with a statement from Jasmin Larian, while the back of the box features a blurb about the collaboration between the doll brand and fashion house. The second outfits are displayed on the iconic Formal Funk mannequin stands, while additional pieces, like the Certificate of Authenticity and doll stand, are in the compartment at the bottom of the package. This packaging is insanely beautiful, and all of the assets compliment each other and the contents of the packaging so well! This is one of the most impressive box designs I have seen for Bratz, and I adore how much it looks like a window display for a Cult Gaia store. You can truly tell how much love and effort went into the craftsmanship for this collaboration just by the box design alone. I will say, however, that the box is very large and may not fit in well with other boxed dolls for in-box collectors. I tend to preserve the Bratz designer packaging and it takes up a lot of space.

the dolls, fashions, ‘n’ faces

The Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls are genuinely some of the most luxe-feeling Bratz dolls I have experienced thus far. While Mowalola brought an edgy-luxe feeling to the brand, the Cult Gaia dolls bring a more elegant-luxe feeling that aligns well with the designer brand.

The fashions were designed by Cult Gaia, of course, and are based on actual Cult Gaia pieces. Cloe comes with the “Parvana” butterfly top, “Wynn” cargo pants, “Remi” platform shoes, “Pearl” bag, “Joey” feather top, “Hera” shoulder bag, and “Bloom” earrings, in addition to two pink geometric bracelets that remind me of the “Rattan” bracelets, gold and blue stone earrings that remind me of the “Sonya” earrings, a pink metal mesh skirt similar to the “Finn” cover-up skirt, and an ombre bucket hat similar to the brand’s “Kumi” bucket hats. Yasmin comes with the “Mala” top, “Alma” skort, “Irma” tote bag, “Dari” gown, “Hera” sunglasses, “Remi” platform shoes, and the iconic “Ark” bag, in addition to the “Yasmina” boots, “Brea”-esque drop earrings, and another pair of earrings that remind me of the “Bibi” earrings. Throughout each doll’s pieces, the “Cult Gaia” logo motif makes quite a few appearances such as the base of their shoes, the embroidery in Cloe’s bucket hat, and the arms of Yasmin’s sunglasses. The construction of the clothing feels like scaled-down clothing for real people, with real embroidery and materials meant to mimic the real-life pieces being used. Cloe’s skirt also uses a metal clasp, adding to the luxurious feeling of these dolls.

On a more constructive note, I do wish some of the clothing pieces, specifically Cloe’s butterfly top and bucket hat, were constructed to fit better; the top looks a bit frumpy on her, which I blame more on the structure of the current Bratz body, while the bucket hat does not fit her head at all. Do not get me wrong: these pieces are gorgeous, but the hat serves no purpose other than to make a cute display piece. Instead of the bucket hat, I wish Cloe received a second pair of shoes that would have better worked with her second outfit. I am not sure why Cloe does not have a second pair of shoes, but I do think she would have benefitted from them. Cloe’s tops are intricately tied in the back, so I have included reference pictures in the gallery. Additionally, while I love the addition of the “Ark” bag, seeing that it is one of Cult Gaia’s most notable pieces, I do wish the coloring was a bit different. Rainbow High, another MGA Entertainment doll property, released its version of the “Ark” bag with their Mini Accessories Studio blind-box sets; I prefer the coloring a bit more with the RH version.

Both of the Cult Gaia dolls have new-ish face screenings, but they may look familiar to many Bratz fans. Cloe’s screening seems to be derivative of Dance Crewz Cloe, yet seems more refined and uses the open mouth mold as opposed to the original’s closed mouth. Yasmin gives me Nighty-Nite Yasmin vibes, but is directly inspired by a repaint done by doll community member @lolliword/lwrepaints. Huge congratulations to Roman on being involved with this collaboration! It makes my heart happy when kind and talented community members get to be involved with the Bratz brand. On another note, I really love these screenings on the dolls! Some people have ragged on Cloe’s screening, but I find it to be gorgeous! I loved Dance Crewz Cloe’s screening, so Cult Gaia Cloe’s screening is definitely up my alley; I love how glamorous it looks paired with the open mouth mold. Yasmin has a very sultry screening, something I wish Bratz had more of; the Nighty-Nite collection uses some of my favorite screenings for the brand, so I love that they used something similar while making it look more mature.

In regards to face application method, the Cult Gaia dolls use the spray method. If you’ve already read my explanation on how Bratz faces are applied, feel free to skip to the next section! If not, and you’re interested in learning more, keep on reading! Nearly every Bratz doll between 2001 and 2014, except for a select few, has a face screening that was painted using the “spray” method. The spray method ensures the eyes are elongated across the face for a classic, sultry Bratz look. Between 2015 and 2016 (except for the V Files x Bratz doll), and for the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls released last year, the “sticker” method was used to apply the dolls’ faces. The sticker method is hit-or-miss as the 20 Yearz dolls looked beautiful (in most cases), while it played a huge role in the discontinuation of the brand in 2016. A new method was introduced to the Bratz brand with the Rock Angelz reproductions last year, which is UV printing. UV printing is a more cost-effective method to apply dolls’ faces as spraying seems to be less common and more expensive in the doll industry these days. All releases after the Rock Angelz reproductions until the JimmyPaul dolls used the UV method. The Girls Nite Out 21st Birthday Edition dolls reintroduced the spray method to the brand ever since the 2018 Collector dolls. And yes, the Cult Gaia dolls use the original 2001 head mold. Some have speculated that they use the revised UV 2001 mold, but that is not the truth; this may have been theorized because of how much hair the dolls have, but they are just rooted closer to their necklines to the point where the head mold stamp is covered. More on hair in the next section!

the hair

Are you wondering what hair fiber the Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls use? The Cult Gaia dolls use premium nylon hair, which has become the new standard for Bratz. Cloe’s hair gives an old-Hollywood glamour vibe, with loose pin curls and one side being tied back. Yasmin has a classic Bratz high wrapped ponytail, with curled tendrils and painted teardrop baby hairs. I love the hairstyles used on the dolls, but especially love Cloe’s! I hope Bratz continues to experiment with hairstyles as we rarely see styles like Cloe’s. On a less positive note, the dolls’ hair looks messy out of the box and could use some fixing for display for those who care. I recommend washing the hair once (maybe twice depending on how much product is used; Yasmin’s hair uses a lot of product) with dish soap then following up with a conditioner rinse; a boil wash is not necessary for nylon hair and can sometimes damage it, but a flat iron and other heated hairstyling tools may work better for styling their hair after it has been washed and dried. For Cloe’s hair specifically: I washed it with a little dish soap, conditioned it while scrunching up the hair, detangled with a wide-toothed comb, then sprayed it with Dollfie Wig Mist (similar to hairspray) while curling with my fingers and scrunching it with my hands to maintain the shape.

Just like the face application method section, feel free to skip this portion if you’ve already read my explanations on the differences between Bratz hair types! Nylon hair appears to be a new standard for the Bratz brand, as is the case for most MGA doll brands since 2019, which is something I fully support. For context on some of the different hair types used on Bratz, nylon has often been confused with polypropylene, which is a hair fiber that was used in a majority of lines between 2008-2013 and is known for being hard to manage and prone to degrading over time, because of a name mix-up over a decade ago. Saran—which has been used on most Bratz released between 2001-2007, 2015-2018, and on most of the Bratz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls (except for some later variants which use nylon)—is a great hair fiber that has always satisfied collectors, though it is prone to yellowing and degrading over time. Nylon is another premium hair type that can be easily restyled with heated hair tools and is less likely to degrade over time like saran and polypropylene can do. Saran hair has become more difficult to source (companies like Mattel have their own saran supply, which is how they get to use it), so nylon provides a way for consumers to have nice doll hair without resorting to using low-grade polypropylene. Nylon also tends to feel really nice and oftentimes better than saran, and is known to last decades without degrading.

TL;DR: Do not expect any upcoming Bratz or MGA releases to use saran hair. Nylon is the new standard.

I personally enjoy nylon hair and prefer it in some cases. Some fans may be hesitant to accept nylon as the new standard for Bratz dolls because it tends to “poof” up on their heads (for example, the Rock Angelz 20 Yearz Special Edition dolls are often referred to as having “helmet heads”), but it seems that the rooting technique for the most-recent Bratz dolls has significantly improved.

the bodies

The Cult Gaia dolls use the Collector 2018 body. If you don’t know already, this body is a hybrid of the original 2001 torso and legs with arms from the Movie dolls from 2007 and hands from the 2013 bodies. The hand peg shape has been changed starting with this collection, which you can see a comparison of in the “Bodies” section of the Mowalola review. The arms and hands can be popped off for easier redressing. As I stated in the “Dolls, Fashions, ‘N’ Faces” section of this article, I think some of the pieces are not flattering on this body—specifically Cloe’s “Parvana” top. However, I have come to accept that this will be the standard articulated body for the brand. But, I would still love for new body types to be introduced to the brand that better fit more fashion pieces! The skintone difference between Cloe’s head and body is very noticeable, so I hope MGA improves the color mixing for these plastics in the future.

other features and accessories

The Cult Gaia dolls come with several accessories, as well as a Certificate of Authenticity, mannequin stand, and doll stand. As mentioned previously, the mannequin stand originally came with the Formal Funk dolls in 2003. The base of the doll stand originates from Winter Ball Beauty Cloe, but has foot pegs similar to the Rock Angelz stands. This re-imagined doll stand was introduced with this collection, and I must say that it is one of the most useful stands that Bratz has come out with. I hope MGA uses this stand in future Bratz releases! In fact, I’d argue that every Bratz doll—including playline releases—should come with it.

where to buy

If you’re wondering where to buy the Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls, they are currently available at several online retailers in most countries and physical retailers in some countries! The dolls will not be sold in physical stores in most countries such as the United States, unless they are returned in-person to Target or Walmart. I am not sure where they will be sold outside of the United States nor will I be able to post about it, but my best advice is to contact local retailers to see if they’ll be selling the Cult Gaia dolls, especially if those retailers sold the 20 Yearz dolls in 2021! I will note that Australian fans have spotted the Cult Gaia dolls in-person at Myer stores, so that is one instance where the dolls are being sold in physical stores internationally. Amazon and LOLSurprise.com (MGA’s official direct-to-buy website) typically ship internationally, though may have stock issues. The dolls are not being sold on Cult Gaia’s website. International fans also have the option of checking the retailers listed on MGA Entertainment’s Where To Buy webpage or contacting their international offices for more info. The dolls retail for $60.99 USD. Check below for a list of links to some retailers selling the dolls:

overall thoughtz

Overall, I adore the Bratz x Cult Gaia dolls! Just like the rest of the Fall 2022 lineup, this collection feels like a step in the right direction for the brand. The quality, construction, and overall luxe feeling these dolls bring to the table makes me incredibly positive about the future of the Bratz brand. After some let-downs between Fall 2021 and Spring 2022, the Cult Gaia collection—as well as the other F22 collections—really bring Bratz back to their roots. Now, if only we could get just as excellent fresh and new designs for some playline Bratz.

The gorg and glam Bratz x Cult Gaia girls in their second outfits! Make sure to check out my unboxing video as well!

However, I do feel that the release for the Cult Gaia collection was not well-timed. I feel as though Cult Gaia never had a moment to shine because of the hype of the Series 2 and Girls Nite Out releases, followed by an even more-intense hype for the Mowalola release. Cult Gaia seems to have faded into the background a bit against its sister collections. I would like to go on the record and state that the Cult Gaia dolls are extremely underrated! At first glance, I can see these dolls not appealing to some. But, once you get to actually feel and experience these dolls in person, your perspective may drastically change! I was pleasantly surprised at how much I ended up loving the Cult Gaia dolls in real life, and would definitely encourage folks to consider picking up one or two. My personal favorite is Cloe, especially when dressed in her second fit!

Thank you so much to MGA Entertainment for sending the Cult Gaia dolls, as well as putting out another fabulous Bratz collection!

I hope you keep checkin’ out Lookin’ Bratz for more news and reviews in the future! Make sure to check out my YouTube unboxing video for another look at the dolls and subscribe for more Bratz videos.

Stay tuned to LookinBratz.com for more news on the Girls with a Passion for Fashion, and make sure to check out Lookin’ Bratz on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok for more scorchin’ Bratz content and news!

Curious about what else the Bratz brand has in store? 2023 doll releases are just around the corner! You can check out some of what’s expected later this year on the Bratz 2023 Masterpost!

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