Sullen Princess Odeco and Nikki

September 5th, 2010
by Sue

Petworks announced a new Odeco and Nikki release this weekend. Called Sullen Princess, they are something of a departure from previous releases.

Apparently (I’m relying on Babelfish translations), this Odeco has rooted hair, rather than her usual wig. Now, I usually hate wigs on dolls, but Odeco’s have always been the best, as good as a wig could be, as they fitted snugly, had thatched partings and tended to be in styles that suited both the doll herself and were amenable to the limitations of a wig. Girlsband Odeco, for instance, has the perfect hairstyle for a wig and it flatters Odeco’s little face very well:

Sullen Princess’ rooted hair looks wiggier than most of the wigs though, as we can’t see a parting. It seems like a strange choice of style for the first rooted-hair Odeco. The colour is gorgeous though – such a beautiful vibrant deep blue. I’m hoping that these promo pics are just a little unflattering – hopefully the style will look a lot cuter in real life and be more style-able than previous Odeco hair.

Odeco’s make up is also different from previous releases – this is the first one that doesn’t have a sweet happy expression. So far, her pout is getting mixed reviews, but I love it. Such a sulky look! Her eyes seem to be a beautiful colour from these promo pics too.

Nikki seems a little unremarkable by comparison, but she is gorgeous, just quietly gorgeous in that soft pinky shade. I like her very much, particularly as she reminds me of a sweet version of my favourite Nikki, the Space Nikki:

One day, a Space Nikki will jet to my house…

Anyhoo, I digress. We also have doll show versions of Sullen Princess to discuss:

Now this is where Nikki gets a surprising new look! Jeepers. Hair. I think hers is rooted too. I’ve looked at it, and I’ve looked again. I’ve wanted to like it. A lot. But, no, I’m voting no. I think a dress on a cat (or a frog) is perfectly normal, but even I can’t go for this. It has to stop. *shudder*

In all the shock and awe I’ve forgotten to say anything about the fashion. Well, it’s princessy definitely. Quite nice colours. That is all. I wonder what the shoes are like…

*All photographs are promotional images from Petworks Doll Division*