Kissy's Romper

Kissy by Ideal Toy Corp. (dyed)

In 2023, I wrote about a doll-dyeing task that took 25 years to complete. For several years, I thought a black Ideal Kissy existed and later discovered a black version was never made. I still wanted a black version. During the late 1990s, I purchased an all-original white Kissy and attempted to dye it. The results were disastrous. I kept the doll unassembled in a closet for years. In the meantime, I sold the doll's original red and white gingham romper and red shoes. 

Dyed and reassembled Kissy wears an infant-size romper and shoes.

Last year, I completed the dyeing task and regretted selling the doll's original clothes and shoes. I had suitable infant-size clothes for Kissy to wear, but I still longed for her original romper.

Kissy's original romper is in a photo taken by the seller.

I found (without looking for it) the original romper listed in an auction simply as a "vintage doll's dress." I immediately knew it was Kissy's. I made an offer, the seller accepted, and now Kissy has her original romper. 

Ideal Kissy wears her original romper.

She still needs her original red shoes. I'll eventually find those or a suitable replacement pair. Until I do, she will wear white cloth Mary-Jane-style infant-size shoes.

She's so adorable!

Related Link:

Ideal's Kissy A Dye and Paint Job Redone

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