Barbie Best Fashion Friend Nikki's Makeover

Nikki before (far left) and as she is now after a makeover by Onlyalisa.

Onlyalisa gave Barbie Best Fashion Friend Nikki what she describes as a quick makeover.

She explained:

I wanted an urban natural look, nothing fancy -- hair, faceup, simple outfit. I made Nikki's outfit from a pair of old jeans.  I also made her a denim shrug.  Those are the same red boots that I tried on her for size.  I tapered the boots to fit Nikki's leg and used black acrylic paint with clear glitter brush-on latex/gloss varnish for sealer.

Nikki's new boots are worn over her molded-on shoes after the bow of the original shoes was sliced off.

Nikki was given a boil perm.  Her new hairstyle can be seen from several angles in the next image.

Nikki's new natural 'do

I think Nikki looks fabulous!  Thank you, Onlyalisa, for allowing me to share Nikki's quick makeover!  You did a wonderful job!

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Not mentioned in the original or review posts about Nikki, but offered as an answer to a reader's comment in the review post, Nikki retails for $34.99 at Toys R Us.

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Barbie Best Fashion Friend Nikki is Over 2 Feet Tall!

Barbie Best Fashion Friend Nikki is over 2 feet tall (Internet-captured photo)

Have you seen her?  I was just informed by a Facebook friend about Barbie Best Fashion Friend Nikki. According to Just Play (a toy manufacturer/distributor for several major toy brands) Barbie Best Fashion Friend Nikki shipped out to Toys R Us stores in August and it is uncertain if the dolls will be sold at ToysRUs.com. 

The doll is described in the image above as follows:

Standing over 2 ft tall, this is Barbie’s B.F.F Nikki at her best, never looking more beautiful or fashionable. Nikki is articulated and comes with a stylish removable fashion. Nikki comes with the hottest fashion, the most fab shoes and a brush to style her hair. Nikki's gorgeous hair is styled with a braid, and she features beautiful rooted eyelashes. Ages 3 and up.

I was told the price is around $28 to $34 dollars, but if you search eBay, you will find sellers asking double this amount!  If you want Nikki for yourself or for a little one, check your local Toys R Us stores first. The doll is not available at the store nearest me.  I am sure they will be plentiful before Christmas.

Barbie and Teresa are also included in this line.  

Thanks AW for the heads up!  I am looking forward to seeing your doll's makeover after you find it. 

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