For years, dolls have sparked the imagination of children and adults everywhere and helped create a happy place where adventure exists. In celebrating World Doll Day on June 10, Disney acknowledges dolls’ impact on the young and collectors alike and the joy they bring, especially for those involved in designing these uniquegifts.
Jessica Fuchs, best known as “J”, is a product design manager with Disney Consumer Products, Games and Publishing and has been designing dolls for the past 10 years. As part of her role, J pays particular focus on the design of collectibles and was instrumental in creating the new Mulan 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Doll, which was released on June 5 and inspired by the heroine from Disney’s “Mulan.”
“I love that the release of Mulan coincides with World Doll Day because I know so many fans love and relate strongly to her strength and story,” J said. “I feel like recently there’s been a huge influx of new fans connecting with Mulan, and it’s wonderful and so gratifying to bring the character to life for them in this art form.”
The doll blends inner strength with outer beauty, as with the animated character. J was responsible for the overall look and design, developed from an early concept sketch. The elegantly designed 17-inch collectible doll boasts a finely embroidered and ornately detailed costume in beautiful pink, red, and blue colors. Her gown has layers of organza and satin with brocade, golden beads, and tassels.
“I usually like to pull from historical references when I start to work on a doll and combine those touches with the movie reference,” J added as she reflected on her favorite parts of the design. “Things like Mulan’s shoes with upturned toes so as not to catch on the long trailing skirt and sleeves are fun little details I brought in.”
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The graceful design also comes to life through other projects J has worked on, such as the Disney-Inspired CreativeSoul Doll Collection. J collaborated with CreativeSoul Photography on designing a collection of four Afro-centric dolls representing Cinderella, Tiana, Snow White, and Rapunzel.
“It was super fun and rewarding to work with the CreativeSoul Photography team and help bring their passion to life as dolls. I love getting to work on projects that bring happiness to people and represent all fans,” she said.
“As someone who’s collected lots of things, it’s the joy of finding something you really connect with, meeting other people in the community to share your excitement with and having something to keep with you that reminds you of the message and characters that uplift and inspire you,” J stated.
Tiana, the gifted chef from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, provides the inspiration for this stunning doll by CreativeSoul Photography. Husband and wife duo Kahran and Regis Bethencourt are the artists behind CreativeSoul Photography who, for over a decade, have made it their mission to celebrate youth of color, making this vision a reality by adding Afrocentric design elements to show the beauty and strength of diversity. This unique doll collection reimagines what a classic Disney Princess could look like through a new lens. Each beautifully detailed doll stands confidently with naturally textured hair, resplendent in beautiful African fabrics and jewelry. Spectacular cascading ringlets and glamorous accessories are a striking feature of this elegant doll while the deluxe costume, with its color palette and design inspired by Tiana’s signature outfit, completes the dramatic look.
Walt Disney’s original princess, Snow White, provides the inspiration for this stunning doll by CreativeSoul Photography. Husband and wife duo Kahran and Regis Bethencourt are the artists behind CreativeSoul Photography who, for over a decade, have made it their mission to celebrate youth of color, making this vision a reality by adding Afrocentric design elements to show the beauty and strength of diversity. This unique doll collection reimagines what a classic Disney Princess could look like through a new lens. Each beautifully detailed doll stands confidently with naturally textured hair, resplendent in beautiful African fabrics and jewelry. With its color palette inspired by Snow White’s signature blue and yellow outfit, this doll’s deluxe costume features puffed sleeves, and a layered fabric dress with rhinestone details and sculpted accessories.
Disney’s notoriously long-haired princess, Rapunzel, provides the inspiration for this stunning doll by CreativeSoul Photography. Husband and wife duo Kahran and Regis Bethencourt are the artists behind CreativeSoul Photography who, for over a decade, have made it their mission to celebrate youth of color, making this vision a reality by adding Afrocentric design elements to show the beauty and strength of diversity. This unique doll collection reimagines what a classic Disney Princess could look like through a new lens. Each beautifully detailed doll stands confidently with naturally textured hair, resplendent in beautiful African fabrics and jewelry. Spectacular cascading braids accented with pretty flowers are a striking feature of this doll while the deluxe costume, with its color palette inspired by Rapunzel’s signature outfit, completes the dramatic look.
The rags to riches Disney Princess, Cinderella, provides the inspiration for this stunning doll by CreativeSoul Photography. Husband and wife duo Kahran and Regis Bethencourt are the artists behind CreativeSoul Photography who, for over a decade, have made it their mission to celebrate youth of color, making this vision a reality by adding Afrocentric design elements to show the beauty and strength of diversity. This unique doll collection reimagines what a classic Disney Princess could look like through a new lens. Each beautifully detailed doll stands confidently with naturally textured hair, resplendent in beautiful African fabrics and jewelry. Spectacular towering hair, glamorous accessories and a pumpkin coach handbag are among the striking features of this elegant doll while the deluxe costume, with its color palette inspired by Cinderella’s signature outfit, completes the dramatic look.
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