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In Love and Dolls,
The VDC Team
Wardrobe Woes - Ellowyne Subscription Box Reveal for February
A Letter from Sybil
Ellowyne has been standing in her wardrobe for quite some time now.
Not pacing. Not panicking. Simply staring — as one does — at an excessive number of perfectly good options while insisting she has nothing to wear.
I have observed this ritual many times. I have tried blinking slowly at her. I have tried sitting on the shoes. I have even tried staring directly into her soul. None of this helped.
This month’s dilemma is called Wardrobe Woes.
Inspired by vintage 1990s Vivienne Westwood, the February ensemble captures that very specific moment when one is surrounded by garments, history, and excellent tailoring… and still feels mildly overwhelmed. The look is thoughtful, structured, a little rebellious, and entirely appropriate for standing motionless in a grand wardrobe while contemplating one’s entire existence. Fashion does that.
I approve.
Mostly.
(Which is significant.)
As always, Ellowyne’s subscription box includes her outfit of the month, with coordinating nylons. The purse and shoes are optional add-ons.
I will not be taking questions. I am a cat, not a sorceress. The usual extras are included, though they were not my idea. The real activity begins after the reveal.
The reveal video will air at 10 AM MST, at which point Ellowyne will explain her feelings at length. I will be nearby, pretending not to listen while listening to everything. At 11 AM MST, the Ellowyne Boutique doors open for add-ons, including:
The Aristocrat Neema, who does not suffer from wardrobe indecision and has never once asked for reassurance
A pink variation of the Wardrobe Woes outfit, for those feeling bolder or emotionally reckless
A restock of Shadows and Lace from October (I told you it would return; you did not listen)
Two purse variations designed to complement Wardrobe Woes beautifully and give Ellowyne yet another reason to stand there sighing
Three pairs of different colored heels to coordinate with Wardrobe Woes.
There is also a red-and-white Valentine’s Day–themed outfit for me, though I find the sentiment excessive and the color choice emotionally aggressive.
Ellowyne will, of course, still insist she has nothing to wear.
I will, of course, remain seated.
Someone must maintain order.
Warm regards (emotionally neutral, but observant),
Sybil
The Aristocrat Arrives - The Second Doll in the Tonner Dark Academia Series
A Letter from Sybil
I noticed her before Ellowyne did.
I always do.
(That is what happens when you are vigilant, intelligent, and nap lightly with one eye open.)
She arrived quietly — not drifting, not wandering — but belonging. As though the room had been waiting for her all along. I checked. It had. Where The Wanderer moves through the world asking questions, this one already knows the answers. And does not feel compelled to share them.
They call her The Aristocrat.
She does not rush. She does not explain herself. She does not trip over furniture, knock things off shelves, or pretend she didn’t mean to. She stands with purpose, with lineage, with certainty. There is history in her posture and intention in every detail. The sort of presence that suggests she has never once apologized for taking up space. I respect that.
Collectors may recognize something special here.
I did immediately.
The Aristocrat is a striking Neema, designed by Robert Tonner, created as a natural stylistic companion to The Wanderer. Together, they reflect two sides of the same world — movement and stillness, curiosity and confidence. One asks, “What’s out there?”
The other says, “Yes. I know.”
Neither requires permission.
She is limited to just 195 pieces, as Robert has wisely reserved five for his personal archive. (I, too, keep a private archive. Mostly of grudges.) She will be offered at $230.00, with one per customer, and will be listed for sale following the Ellowyne Subscription Box reveal on February 13th at 11 AM MST in the Ellowyne Boutique.
Why collectors are drawn to her:
She complements The Wanderer in tone, styling, and narrative — without implying obligation, completion, or emotional dependency
She is the second release in Robert Tonner’s Dark Academia series, a six-doll collection debuting in 2026
Her design brings depth, restraint, and excellent posture to a Neema collection
Her limited edition size ensures rarity while keeping the focus on artistry and story
She carries a quiet confidence that suggests she has always been in control of the situation
Some dolls announce themselves.
She simply takes her place.
And expects the room to adjust accordingly.
I approve of this Neema.
Please understand the weight of that statement.
— Sybil
Announcing: Grace’s Historical Clothing Subscription — Season Five
Announcing: Grace’s Historical Clothing Subscription — Season Five
We are so excited to publish registration date for Season Five of Grace’s Historical Clothing Subscription, a year-long journey through fashion history designed especially for Grace collectors who love beauty, storytelling, and craftsmanship.
This season will span an entire year of historical garments, with inspirations ranging from the 1500s through the 1960s. Throughout the year, Grace will explore a thoughtfully curated wardrobe —some lovingly reimagined, and others faithfully inspired by true museum originals. It will be every bit as special as Season 4.
Every garment in Season Five will be:
Impressive and beautifully made
Rich in historical inspiration
Designed to be enjoyed, styled, and appreciated by collectors
Brought to life through paper dolls and crafts by Diana Vining
As always, this subscription is meant to be fun, immersive, and deeply satisfying for those who enjoy historical fashion through dolls.
Each monthly box will also include a brand-new digital download sewing pattern by Tamara Casey of Designs by Jude, created to complement the season’s theme and allow collectors to engage creatively with Grace’s world.
Registration details:
Registration will first open to Season Four members on February 20 at 9 AM MST, followed by the waiting. Want to join? Click here!
A reveal video for the first box will follow shortly after registration opens (Date TBD soon!)
Season Five is shaping up to be a truly special chapter for Grace—one that celebrates history, artistry, and the joy of collecting. We cannot wait to begin this journey with you.
Anne's Dress Up Trunk February Unboxing Video
The Anne’s Dress-Up Trunk returns this February with a story about bravery, creativity, and finding your own kind of magic.
This month, Anne discovers that confidence doesn’t have to be loud or scary — sometimes it’s bright, cheerful, and entirely your own. Inspired by a costume she creates for herself, Anne steps into something playful and joyful that helps her feel brave, seen, and completely at home in who she is. It’s a celebration of imagination, self-expression, and the courage to try something new.
The clothing is designed by Mark Tinkey.
As always, the box is filled with delights — crafts, treats, and more — and this month includes a special surprise gift just for subscribers: an additional dress tucked inside the trunk as a thank-you.
Join us for the REVEAL VIDEO with Rachel, Mark Tinkey, and Diana Vining — a reveal full of laughter, heart, and storytelling that truly captures the spirit of Anne. The video will air on YouTube and Facebook.
A limited accessory release will follow in the Anne Boutique after the video.
Monday, February 9
Video airs at 10 AM MST
Boutique release with custom high-tops and extra boxes from last month follows at 11 AM MST
This one is joyful, heartfelt, and very Anne — we can’t wait to share it with you.
Three New Grace Dolls Go on Sale
Three New Grace Dolls Go on Sale
2026 Update! The Dolls are now only $210.00 as they do not come with stands.
It’s finally time — three brand-new Grace dolls are arriving at VDC!
Each Grace features gorgeous rooted hair, all-new makeup looks, and incredible hairstyles designed by Robert Tonner. These dolls are on the classic Grace 16” RTB-101 sized doll body. Every doll arrives inside a VDC branded box with certificate, along with her own “gift set” featuring five pieces:
a dress ($20.00 value)
a leotard ($18.00 value)
jeans ($20.00 value)
Underwear ($5.00 value)
and fabulous silver shoes ($20.00 value)
All for $210 each — unbelieveable pricing, and we worked hard to keep this release affordable for our collectors. Each doll arrives nude inside the VDC box, with her clothing gift set tucked inside for instant dressing fun.
NOTE - there is no stand included, so the dolls now include a slight discount, priced at only $210.00 each - including the clothing!
Each Grace Gift Set includes the doll plus a full clothing gift bundle. Think of the wardrobe pieces as a gift-with-purchase — the dolls alone would be $225 without them. Many collectors keep everything, while others enjoy using the extras as holiday gifts, raffle items, doll-club donations, or surprises for friends.
A perfect way to begin your Grace journey — or for collectors who have been with Grace since the very beginning. The new Graces are shown below in past Historical costumes, and the dolls in the Gift Set clothing is also featured. So exciting!
🎬 GRACE UNVEILED: Passion, Possibility & Promise
🎬 GRACE UNVEILED: Passion, Possibility & Promise
VDC Video Event with Rachel & Christopher
Join us for a special showcase as Rachel and Christopher reveal three brand-new Grace dolls and their accompanying couture fashions.
Featured in this video:
• Passion Grace
• Possibility Grace
• Promise Grace
• Three new couture fashions, available at release
🕙 Release Time:
January 23rd at 10:00 AM MST in the Grace Boutique
This event viceo offers a closer look at each Grace doll’s styling, personality, and the beautiful fashions designed just for her. A must-watch for Grace collectors.
We look forward to sharing this exciting moment with the VDC community.
January News From Sybil. Sit Down. This Is Significant.
Hello.
It has come to my attention that January 2026 requires an announcement.
I dislike announcements. They interrupt my naps and encourage enthusiasm.
However, this one is unavoidable.
The Ellowyne Wilde Subscription Box for January 2026 will be revealed on Friday, January 16th at 10:00 AM MST in a video.
The outfit is called Blue Tea For Two.
It is vintage.
It is refined.
It comes from Gwen’s closet.
It was designed by Sybil Connolly (no relation — though I will allow the coincidence).
Now.
That is not the main issue.
The actual issue is the add-ons.
There will be an ALL NEW Ellowyne Wilde doll available at the time of the reveal.
Yes. Ellowyne herself.
Her name is The Wanderer.
(Previously referred to as The Traveler. This was incorrect. Travelers have itineraries. Wanderers do not. I regret the confusion, but not enough to apologize. The Traveler is coming soon.)
She has rooted auburn hair, worn long and softly waved, as if she has just returned from somewhere important and did not feel the need to explain where. She is dressed sensibly yet stylishly — boots suitable for cobblestones, layers chosen with intention, and an expression that suggests she packed carefully and left early.
She carries what appears to be a basket.
Do not assume it is decorative.
It may contain letters.
Or books.
Or opinions.
She is limited to 195 dolls.
Five of the original 200 were reserved for Robert Tonner’s archive, as some things are meant to be remembered, not sold.
She is the first of six in Robert Tonner’s Dark Academia series.
She knows the difference between traveling and wandering.
Now you do as well.
The reveal video will include an in-depth look at the doll, allowing you to properly assess her tailoring, posture, and general preparedness before pretending you are undecided.
Also — and this is important — 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Ellowyne Wilde.
If there were ever a respectable moment to indulge your Ello habit, this would be it.
I see no ethical objections.
Following the reveal, at 11:00 AM MST, the following will be available in the Ellowyne Wilde Boutique:
• Ellowyne Wilde: The Wanderer doll for a special subscription launch day price of $215.00 (anyone can purchase this doll, you do not have to be in the subscription.)
• Two coordinating add-on dresses
• A custom-made umbrella (she does not require rain to justify it)
You may watch the reveal.
You may shop with composure.
Or you may insist you are “just appreciating the craftsmanship.”
I will know which it is.
Regards,
Sybil
Ellowyne Wilde Division
Let’s Catch Up ☕ Pregnancy, Dolls & Life at the Shop
Settle in at the doll shop for a cozy, conversational catch-up with Rachel. This long-form chat feels just like spending time with a friend — perfect to put on while you sew, dress dolls, or simply keep company.
We talk about pregnancy and nearing the third trimester, the very real saga of losing a tooth over Christmas, preparing for a new baby, what’s been happening at the doll shop, an update on Derek’s pottery studio, and so much more. It’s honest, warm, a little funny, and very real — the kind of video you don’t have to “watch,” just enjoy having on.
Pour a cup of something warm and come hang out!
Anne Subscription Box Season One | A Full Retrospective
Join Rachel and Christopher in the doll shop for a joyful look back at Anne’s Subscription Box, Season One. In this special retrospective, we showcase every single outfit from the season and share the stories behind how each look came to life.
You’ll hear about the creative process, the many design iterations that didn’t make it into the box, and what it was like bringing an entire year of imaginative dress-up to collectors around the world. We talk candidly about what worked, what surprised us, and what Season One meant to us — and to Anne.
We also share where we’re headed next as we prepare for Season Two: Anne’s Dress-Up Trunk, a series inspired by childhood imagination, storytelling, and the joy of play.
This is a relaxed, cozy video — perfect to put on while you sew, style dolls, or simply enjoy some doll shop company. Thank you for being part of Anne’s journey.
FIRST RELEASE: Anne’s Dress-Up Trunk — Season Two
FIRST RELEASE: Anne’s Dress-Up Trunk — Season Two
Monday, January 12th | 10:00 AM MST
Join us for the very first reveal of Anne’s Dress-Up Trunk Subscription Box – Season Two, kicking off an entire year of imagination, dress-up play, and childhood wonder.
In this special video event, Rachel, Christopher, and Mark Tinkey come together for a fun, behind-the-scenes look at the brand-new subscription boxes and the first adventure outfit of the season. This reveal sets the tone for a magical year ahead, filled with storytelling, creativity, and beautifully designed outfits for Anne Fitzpatrick.
Season Two celebrates the joy of dress-up and pretend, with upscale doll clothing designed by Mark Tinkey and enchanting artwork and crafts by Diana Vining — all thoughtfully created to spark imagination month after month.
After the video, a coordinating daywear dress and fun rainbow sneakers will be available as optional add-ons in the Anne Boutique, opening at 11:00 AM MST following the reveal.
This is where the adventure begins. Don’t miss it!
Anne Fitzpatrick Subscription – Registration Opens January 7th
Anne Fitzpatrick Subscription – Registration Opens January 7th
We are thrilled to share that registration for the Anne Fitzpatrick child doll subscription will take place in early January. With such a wonderfully full holiday season at VDC, we felt it was best to begin in the new year so that every box can be delivered smoothly and on time.
This season’s theme is “Anne’s Dress Up Trunk” — a year of pure imagination. Anne will go on 12 magical adventures, and each month she will receive a new themed costume designed by Mark Tinkey, with lots of fun add-ons offered throughout the season.
Registration is now LIVE! Click here to join!
Enrollment will be limited to 200 members.
Subscribers from Anne’s first season will receive the sign-up email first, followed by the waiting list.
Thank you for being part of Anne’s world and for supporting her adventures. We can’t wait to share this new journey with you.
Christmas Morning: A Vintage Barbie Fantasy | Christopher Johnson’s Dream Barbie Accessories
What if Christmas morning was nothing but vintage Barbie dreams? In this festive and fun-filled video, Christopher Johnson from the doll shop takes us on a whimsical tour of his top picks for Barbie accessories he would love to find under the Christmas tree.
From fascinating Barbie artifacts to playful commentary and lots of easy conversation, this video feels like stepping into a vintage Barbie fantasy come to life. It’s nostalgic, joyful, and full of personality — the perfect way to ring in Christmas week with fellow doll lovers.
Pour a cup of something cozy, settle in, and enjoy a Christmas morning made entirely of Barbie magic.
Ellowyne Subscription Unboxing - Gilded Gloom (Letter from Sybil)
A Holiday Dispatch from Sybil
It is my duty — and apparently my burden — to inform you that another grand holiday event has overtaken the Painted Lady mansion. Ellowyne has received her December ensemble and is spiraling into seasonal glamour. The dress is dramatic enough to command its own postal code, the flowers are as red as her expectations, and the skirt could double as emergency shelter. Naturally, she’s thrilled and overwhelmed simultaneously.
For those of you who collect her theatrics (and her clothing), the December box emcompases more than the gown. There are two additional holiday add-on dresses, and shoes in multiple styles that Ellowyne insists are “essential” for the perfect winter soirée. I will simply say this: if excess were a sport, she would win gold.
The reveal video will take place at 10 AM MST, after which Ellowyne’s admirers may stampede — sorry, shop — beginning at 11 AM MST in the Ellowyne Boutique. Please pace yourselves. Someone should.
She will be twirling, sighing, and contemplating the meaning of snow shortly. I’ll be near the hors d’oeuvres, where sanity lives.
Regards,
Sybil — Long-Suffering Associate of Seasonal Drama
Peppermint Pixie & Snowfall Soirée – Holiday Outfit Release for Anne
Join us for a festive fashion moment as we release two brand-new holiday outfits for Anne:
Snowfall Soirée and Peppermint Pixie, both designed by Mark Tinkey.
Each outfit is a complete set with shoes and includes a sweet mini story to tuck into your collection or display with your doll.
Snowfall Soirée – a sparkling winter ball gown with faux-fur cape
Peppermint Pixie – a playful North Pole elf ensemble in mint and pink
Peppermint Pixie is priced at $60.00 for the full set, and Snowfall Soirée is $55.00. Both will be available at 10 AM MST in the Anne Boutique.
A little holiday magic for Anne – and for you.
More photos coming soon!
Holiday Historical Gown Release for Grace Marie Fitzpatrick
Holiday Historical Gown Release for Grace Marie Fitzpatrick
The Gown of the Crimson Court which was manufactured by Ruby Red Galleria will be available on Wednesday, December 11th at 11 AM MST in the Grace Boutique, along with a beautiful pair of red boots and a restock of the very popular Victorian wig from earlier this season.
There was a green gown as well, but it sold out exclusively to Grace subscribers during presale, the factory has said we could get more by March 2026!
Thank you all so much for your enthusiasm and support — we hope you love this special holiday release for Grace Marie Fitzpatrick!
There will be a video at 10 AM MST with Rachel and Christopher showcasing the details on the gown, as well as the adorable holiday outfits coming for Anne Fitzpatrick.
Holiday Release Event — Four New Dolls by Robert Tonner GO ON SALE!
Holiday Release Event — Four New Dolls by Robert Tonner GO ON SALE!
Floral Fancy Gwen • Swinging Sweetheart Gwen • Summer Soirée Gwen • Golden Hour Zee
We are thrilled to announce the release of four brand-new dolls on the Ellowyne body — three gorgeous Gwens and one radiant Zee. Because they share the Ellowyne sculpt and sizing, they fit every Ellowyne fashion and subscription wardrobe offered by VDC.
Meet the newest stars of the Tonner universe:
• Floral Fancy Gwen — soft florals and romantic 1960s femininity
• Swinging Sweetheart Gwen — playful retro charm with that classic Tonner wink
• Summer Soirée Gwen — sophisticated sunshine styling for warm, glamorous nights
• Golden Hour Zee — bold, golden glamour with unforgettable presence
Each doll captures Gwen and Zee in their youthful 1960s era — the stylish, groovy grandmothers of Ellowyne and Neema — radiant, fashionable, and designed with Robert Tonner’s unmistakable artistry.
The dolls will go on sale at 10 AM MST in the Ellowyne Boutique.
Pricing: Each doll is a limited edition of 200, offered at a pre-tariff price of $230.00.
VDC and Robert Tonner are committed to keeping prices as steady as possible, and we are jointly absorbing the tariff increases so collectors don’t have to.