Nubia Kemita x2 by Muna Mboa arrived in tissue-wrapped, logo-sealed boxes along with two graphic information cards and a colorful poster. |
The moment I saw photos of Nubia Kemita on Facebook, I knew she was a must-have doll for me. I waited, however, to receive another collector's opinion of the doll she ordered prior to placing my order last week. As a result of her review, I ordered two dolls. One will be a gift for a 10-year-old girl.
As shown in the first image, the dolls arrived with two graphic information cards and a colorful poster.
The poster has bubble greetings in a variety of languages. |
Another full-length view illustrates the dolls' dresses from a different angle. Both wear yellow bracelets. |
This close-up shot (when stretched or enlarged by clicking) provides a better view of the lovely face and beautiful coiled, closely rooted hair. |
Hello, my name is Nubia Kemita and I 'm your new best friend. Come with me to discover the history and African cultures.
The side panels of the box are identical. One panel is illustrated on the right which reads:
Nubia Kemita®
Conteuse de cultures/Cultures storyteller.
The doll I am keeping is photographed outside the box but still attached to box liner.
The index and first fingers are separate on the right hand; the ring and little fingers are separate on the left hand. She can wear tiny rings on these fingers, if desired. |
I am very pleased with this approximately 11-1/2 inch doll with jointed elbows and knees. I like her textured hair and the fact that her dress does not appear to be a print of an African textile. The legs are a little thin and the feet have only a slight arch as illustrated next.
Almost flat feet |
She wears blue low heels with molded ribbons at the open toe. |
I tried a few Barbie shoes on her for size. A shoe swap with a Fashionista Barbie illustrates shoe alternatives or not, as seen next.
These black flat sandals by Mattel fit but the ankle straps do not meet in back. |
The shoes tried on that fit Nubia Kemita best are a pair of black flats made for the 2015 Barbie Fashionistas, shown above. |
Nubia Kemita and Emerald Goddess pose for one final photo. |
How to Order
The doll's cost is $25 plus shipping, which is steep because the company uses Global Express Mail.
Ordering from Amazon.fr (text will be in French) is available for the French market.
I ordered from the company's website, where ordering is also in French. (Thanks again Phyllis!)
Ordering From the Muna Mboa Website:
If you are ordering one (1) doll, click the Ajouter Panier button (orange button). If you want more, change the 1 to the total desired.
If you are ordering one (1) doll, click the Ajouter Panier button (orange button). If you want more, change the 1 to the total desired.
Find
the orange shopping cart and click on that to check out.
On the next screen, select your country and state in the drop-down menu that is
adjacent to “postal code.”
Then
enter your zip code in the “postal code” box.
Click
the “proceder a la commande” button on lower right (orange button).
Enter
your First and Last Names in the Prenom and Nom fields.
Skip
down to Adresses and enter your street address.
Ville
– Enter your city.
Etat
– Enter your state.
Code
postal – Enter your zip code.
Adresse
email – Enter your email address.
Telephone
– Enter your telephone number.
If
you want to create an account, check the “creer uncompte” box.
Scroll
down on same screen to choose payment type, Paypal or Credit card, click the
appropriate box, then click the “commande button.”
I
used Paypal, which will take you to Paypal where you complete the payment. From Paypal, I had to click a link to return
to the company’s website.
Once
you return to their website, I believe there is another orange button to click to
place order.
Note: On one of the screens, there is a box that needs to be checked which confirms your agreement with whatever you're agreeing to (ha!). If the box is not checked, you will not be able to proceed. My instructions do not include the exact location in the ordering process where this box should be checked, because honestly I do not remember. I just recall not being able to proceed without clicking to check the box, which I believe was on the lower left side of the screen. So watch for it!
Note: On one of the screens, there is a box that needs to be checked which confirms your agreement with whatever you're agreeing to (ha!). If the box is not checked, you will not be able to proceed. My instructions do not include the exact location in the ordering process where this box should be checked, because honestly I do not remember. I just recall not being able to proceed without clicking to check the box, which I believe was on the lower left side of the screen. So watch for it!
If
all else fails, click their contact button for instructions.
dbg
This is a very nice doll! I followed the link you provided to Amazon France, and used Google translator to read it in English, which worked fine. As soon as I logged in, I got a message that said: "Sorry, we do not ship to addresses in the United States." So I guess you would just have to order directly from the company :(. I also tried logging in to my Amazon US account and searching for the doll, but she was not found in that search. She is a very beautiful doll. Thanks for sharing her with us!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the additional Amazon.fr ordering information, Phyllis. Prior to publishing, I went to the site, carted a doll, but didn't go beyond that step. I tried removing it from my cart, but wasn't able to do that.
DeleteI also checked to see if ordering was available on Amazon.com, but as you discovered, it is not.
I will revise the post with the information you have shared. Thanks again!
dbg
What a stunning doll. I love everything about her from her hair, to her face and to her dress. She is beautiful. I hope you and the 10 year old enjoy her very much!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Farrah Lily. I am enjoying her and I am sure the 10-year-old (princess as Thammie referred to her) will as well.
Deletedbg
I love her! So well done. Hope to see more of her on your blog.
ReplyDeleteI am sure Nubia Kemita will make a return entrance here soon, Vanessa.
Deletedbg
She is beautiful. My favourite parts are her hair and her nose. I hope you will have lots of fun finding new outfits and shoes for her.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure the 10 years old princess will love her doll.
Arlette
Thank you Arlette! I love her nose and hair, too. She exudes confidence.
Deletedbg
Congratulations on your new doll! She's lovely. And 11.5" - yay!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Thammie about liking the doll's hair and nose AND that the 10-year old will surely love the doll ;-)
Thank you for the congratulations, D7ana.
DeleteI was thinking she might be a little shorter than she actually is, but was pleased that she measures a full 11-1/2 inches.
dbg
Wow! You've got the dolls! They are very pretty! I liked the fact that they are articulated!
ReplyDeleteArticulation is always nice, Lady LoLo! Initially when I moved her arms, one felt a little stiff, but it eventually moved freely. I wish I had taken a photo of the knee articulation, which is nicely done.
Deletedbg
Wow!, she is pretty. I have to have her too. I love everything you have showcased about her.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Brini!
Deletedbg
Have you tried Francie shoes or Starr/Jazzie shoes on her feet?
ReplyDeleteHi Skippercollector,
DeleteI have not tried any other shoes than the ones mentioned in the post on Nubia Kemita. I don't own Starr Jazzie and my Francies remain in their boxes with the exception of the Francie from my childhood. I think her feet might be a bit wider than Francie's, however. I will give it a try. Thanks for the suggestion.
dbg
Wow, some seriously gorgeous dolls. I really like their noses, lol.
ReplyDeleteHer nose is her strongest facial feature. Love it too! That hair though... I love it too. That dress though... love that as well. :-)
Deletedbg
They are lovely! I especially love their hair!!!I hope that they become available to US.
ReplyDelete