January

This genuine Mattel dress, jacket, and necklace outfit is from the 2007 “Birthstone Beauties” series – January Garnet 2007 K8690. The short-sleeve demi-jacket in garnet velveteen has puffed shoulders and a rounded opening that just meets the top back of the dress. The dress is constructed of form-fitting garnet taffeta with a sweetheart bodice and attached pencil skirt, all covered in a glitter-infused lace overlay ending in a small lace hem ruffle. A color-coordinated ribbon bow adorns the waist with streamers down the front. Jacket slips on; dress snaps in back. This dress and jacket were designed for the Model Muse body but will fit similarly proportioned dolls with waistline a bit smaller than the typical Mattel belly-button or made-to-move body. This outfit is modeled on a Mizi clone replacement body doll with proportions similar to modern Fashion Royalty.

NOTES: The original set also included a Model Muse Steffie doll, gemstone earrings, bracelet, shoes, and ribbon leash attached to a little dog too – however those items are not included with this set. The clear vinyl “Invisi-straps” originally attached to the neckline became stiff and brittle and have been removed. A wire hook clasp has been added to the necklace. Also, the teardrop gemstones were repositioned to hang more symmetrically, with the center large stone replaced with a smaller stone identical to the two others on the necklace – which drapes better on the doll.