Elara #3

XianXian Toys' Elara has brown hair.

A third Elara entered the collection in June 2026. Like the other two, this Elara has a charcoal complexion, but her hair is brown.

Sold nude, Elara arrived in a XianXian Toys box, ready for dressing.

Elara wears a two-piece yellow wet-look fashion with white high-heeled shoes.

I had planned to dress her in a Mondrian color-block dress identical to the dress worn by the two Elaras that preceded her, but decided to break up that pattern with a yellow ensemble. 

All three Elaras posed for a full-view photograph and next...

...they posed for this lovely close-up.

These gorgeous dolls use the same head sculpt, but their hair color and style, and their lipstick color differs. 

Related Links

XianXian Toys Elara x2

Elara Cover Girls

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My Angel Reese Barbie Arrived

My Angel Reese Barbie arrived on 07-25-2026 after ordering the doll a day earlier.

Because she will remain in the box, I took the liberty of prompting AI to create the two collages above. 

There is a beautiful picture of Angel Reese on the back of the box with a quote from her followed by a brief bio of Angel and a description of the doll.

Earn every crown you wear—put in the work, maximize your 24 hours, and show the world you are limitless.—Angel Reese

The doll's description reads:

The Angel Reese Barbie doll celebrates [her] legacy dressed in a pink basketball uniform with her signature legging, Angel Reese 1 Reebok shoes, and headband. Her Jersey honors her WNBA #5 and LSU #10, while a pink basketball symbolizes the power, confidence, and style the "Rebound Queen" brings to the game.

I'm glad maximizing my 24 hours on 07-24-2026 included not hesitating to order this doll. On the morning of 07-25-2026, it was already sold out on Amazon.com with a notation that they "do not know when or if it will be back in stock."

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NC Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures Congratulates DeeGeeGee's VBDM

The above images are screenshots of the North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures' congratulatory Instagram post recognizing DeeBeeGee's VBDM on July 24, 2026.

With heartfelt gratitude to NC Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures... ❤️

A sincere thank you to the North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures for this beautiful congratulatory tribute recognizing DeeBeeGee's Virtual Black Doll Museum™ and the milestone of curating 1,000 Black dolls.

I am deeply honored by your thoughtful acknowledgment and generous words. To receive this recognition from an organization that is equally committed to preserving and celebrating doll and toy history makes this accomplishment even more meaningful.

The Virtual Black Doll Museum was founded with the vision of documenting, preserving, and sharing the rich history, artistry, and cultural significance of Black dolls for collectors, researchers, educators, and future generations. Every doll tells a story, and reaching this milestone reflects years of research, dedication, and a passion for ensuring these stories are never forgotten.

Thank you for your kindness, encouragement, and support. I am grateful to stand alongside institutions like the North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures that understand the importance of preserving the history of dolls and toys.

Here's to continuing our mission of celebrating the history, artistry, and legacy of dolls—one collection, one story, and one generation at a time.

With appreciation,

DeeBeeGee (dbg) Debbie Behan Garrett
Founder & Curator
DeeBeeGee's Virtual Black Doll Museum™
Celebrating the history and legacy of Black dolls.

#VirtualBlackDollMuseum #BlackDollHistory #BlackDollCollectors #DollMuseum #CulturalHeritage #ThankYou #NorthCarolinaMuseumofDollsToysandMiniatures #1000BlackDolls #PreservingHistory

Links of Interest

NC Doll Museum's Instagram Post

North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures (website)

NC Doll Museum on Instagram

NC Doll Museum on Facebook

Spend the Day with Kitty Black Perkins at the NC Doll Museum

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