Holiday Visions: Winter Fantasy Barbie Doll

The white costume consists of a long white velvet coat, lined in front, with faux fur collar and cuffs. The coat is fitted on top, sewn to the undergown at the waist so it stays in place, and flares to a full, sweeping skirt. The undergown consists of a white dress and mesh overlay, adorned with silver glitter. The bodice of the undergown is very fitted, but the skirt is fuller, and the siver mesh overlay forms graceful folds below the belt. The underskirt doesn't go all the way around; the back half of it is plain white netting, so if you wanted to take off the coat this might be a drawback. The belt is made of a silvery material, with faceted pieces that catch the light and an antiqued finish. It goes round her waist on a silvery chain, which does go all the way around her waist -- no faking here. The tiara is made of the same material as the belt, with a similar design and finish. She has white high-heeled pumps under her costume.

The packaging for this doll is excellent. There is a window in back, so she can be viewed from either side, and she is attached to a clear piece of plastic inside the box with nearly invisible fastenings. There are two silvery trees packaged with her as well. When the light shines into her box, her dress sparlles like ice. The doll displays beautifully.

I wasn't too much of a fan of the holiday barbies in the past, but the elegance and beauty of this one, the first in a new series, was irresistable. Highly recommended for collectors!