Thursday, February 18, 2010

When Women Knew Their Place...

Hard to believe this was published as recently as the 60's! Click on picture to make it larger.

Saturday, February 6, 2010

She'd Rather Dance Incognito in Blond Lace!

Gene Marshall Fashion Doll “Incognito” NIB Cert of Authenticity open link

Wow! Stunningly beautiful Gene wants you to “Share the Dream”! Still in her original box. She is in absolutely in new condition. She comes with a “Gene” monogrammed stand.

Gene is brought to you by the Ashton-Drake Galleries, known around the world for presenting superior quality collectible dolls for today’s enthusiasts to treasure.
Gene rivals the finest collectible dolls the world has ever known
Features:
15.5” of poseable, collector-quality vinyl with a finish that mimics fine porcelain.
Hand-painted features, hand applied lashes, period coiffures rooted and styled by hand
Wardrobe crafted of quality fabrics like those worn by real Hollywood stars of the era
Impeccable tailoring details—hand sewn fastenings, fully lined dresses, seamed hose.
All are hand numbered, with a certificate of Authenticity and glamorous story

This “Incognito” Edition #706914: dated 1998, is a carefree summery frock perfect for idling away a sunny afternoon in beautiful Italy. Circa 1955.
The sleeveless cotton dress is gaily sprigged in a red floral pattern, with red buttons and organza collar. The fitted bodice hugs Gene’s curves from bustline to hipline, flaring into a billowing skirt over a crisp cotton petticoat.
The outfit includes folding sunglasses, a matching clasp purse with gold chain, a polka dotted chiffon scarf, nylons, gloves, earrings and ankle laced high heel shoes.
Gene’s cornsilk blonde hair tumbles free in the wind, with the sides upswept in a classic French braid affixed with a triple-“pearl” band.
(The white ribbon around her waist is merely to tie her into the box, never undone).
Designed by acclaimed fashion artist Timothy Alberts.

Gene’s box comes with a tri-fold brochure that shares the story of “Incognito”, and she came to wear this outfit and what role she played and “the man behind the legend”… Mel Odom. Also “The story of Gene" which is truly fascinating!

I do also have other NIB fashion gowns and accessories…including NIB her 2 little Scotty dogs and 2 hard bound books of the full story of Gene. You can see them all posted to date here at My Attic’s Charms Doll Closet: http://myatticscharms.ecrater.com/category.php?cid=716606

The white, from the factory box, is in pristine condition also. Gene would make an excellent gift for that budding teenager or your budding collection!

Her blue eyes are intoxicating!



http://myatticscharms.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=6792625
Gene Doll “She’d Rather Dance”

Another beautiful doll to add to your collection!

“She’d Rather Dance” Edition #4020: circa 90’s, open link, is a sizzling sheath dress in a glorious drench of frosty tangerine color. The design is circa 1948.
Created of tangerine orange satin, the strapless “V” cut bodice sparkles with sequins and beads. The dress is slit knee high, the hem curled to reveal the silk lining. A spectacular stole in matching silk and satin adds dramatic excitement. Accessories include a matching hat with dyed feather, gold mesh belt and shoes, golden link earrings, necklace and gloves. Gene has the dark, glossy hair of a temptress, bound in a golden ribbon.
(The white ribbon around her waist is merely to tie her into the box, never undone).
Designed by renowned fashion artist Tim Kennedy.



Gene Doll Blond Lace Outfit open link
For Gene, the one costume that gives her genuine star quality is “Blond Lace”, a tuxedo she wears in her first small role as a hatcheck girl. Gene has only a few lines..but her radiant beauty, set off by the dashing black velvet beret and touches of ivory lace make an unforgettable impression. As the credits scroll up at the end of the film, people strain to read the small print, looking for the name of the “unknown” starlet who played that stunning hat check girl…and Gene is on her way to becoming a full-fledged star~ Gene’s three piece tuxedo is tailored of black crepe; the ivory halter top has an attached jabot of extravagant lace. Matching lace appears at the cuffs of the jacket, and a “gardenia” pin on the lapel adds a dashing touch, And is that a gentleman’s cane she holds, as their eyes meet briefly, yet significantly, across the checkroom counter?
This outfit is stunning!

Blond Lace comes with a Certificate of Authenticity #D03580 and a brochure that shares Gene’s dream of going to Hollywood and becoming a star. Also included is a brief biography of Mel Odom the creator of Gene Marshall.

This beautiful outfit comes in a beautiful black cardboard shadow box with the Gene logo on the front and wrapped with an elastic string tied around the cello cover. The box is in pristine condition, with a hard-cello cover and silver chord. A perfect gift for a long time, or that blooming new Gene Marshall collector.

Gene Marshall Fashion Dolls and her high fashions are brought to you by the Ashton-Drake Galleries, known around the world for presenting superior quality collectible dolls for today’s enthusiasts to treasure.
Gene rivals the finest collectible dolls the world has ever known.

I do also have other NIB Gene doll fashions, gowns and accessories …including NIB her 2 little Scotty dogs, Gene Mannequins and 2 hard bound books of the full story of Gene Marshall. More here: http://myatticscharms.ecrater.com/category.php?cid=716606



I am having a lot of fun collecting and selling the whole Gene ensembles. I can't wait to post the books for those of you who are not aware of "Gene's Dream" Stay tuned



Have fun at the Super Bowl Commercial sunday! The commercials are the only reason I watch!

On that note...here is a vintage Super Bowl Commercial Wells Fargo Commercial open link