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J******m, United States
Absolutely stunning! The hair is so soft and thick and the eye colors are gorgeous. No unpleasant smell. Quality is better than expected. I will definitely buy more Blythes to add to my collection!

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R******a, Australia
To sound cliche, I can’t say enough good things about this merchant. If I could give a twenty star rating, I would. Jenna made sure I got everything I wanted and more, especially quality and phenomenal customer service.

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K***t, Canada
Absolutely gorgeous doll, I’m so happy with her! I just can't believe how cool she is. The photo does not convey her beauty. Thank you so much for the doll, came just for my daughter’s birthday. I definitely recommend them to everyone.

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L******k, United Kingdom
Perfection +++ 🌟 This gorgeous girl arrived In mint condition, each individual part Of the doll securely wrapped, once I Unpacked the doll was in perfect condition, Even the hair! Amazing quality, so pleased I found this seller! I recommend 100% without hesitation.

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J*****r, Germany
I’m new to Blythes and beautiful Jenna helped me through from the start like OMG, never getting tired of my incessant questions. She figured out exactly what I was looking for and made it happen. Thank you Jenna and her boss, my new custom doll has a good home here and you will be the only name I will say for ordering Blythes.

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Josephina K., Finland
This is a fantastic doll that I would recommend to anyone! I made an unboxing review video for my 1st EVER Blythe doll! So excited! Check it out here: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zZY6K44csM

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Donna G.
We are so pleased to have our 3rd beautiful Blythe doll! She was held up with the global shipping problem due to pandemic. Jenna helped us track her down and get her home!! Thank you so much.

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It's really easy to get lost in time when you are doing something you enjoy, and I am already obsessed with this gorgeous doll. I 100% recommend you their website and browse through all their amazing products. Here is our This Is Blythe Reviews article.

Blythe Doll: Unleash Your Creativity

What Is A Blythe Doll?

Blythe is a fashion doll with an oversized head and large eyes that change color up to four times with the pull of a string. Blythe Dolls are a stylish generation of fashionable, high quality and highly individualized dolls. Characterized by oversized heads and great big eyes, these waif-like figures stand 12 inches or 30cm tall. Their enchanting eyes change both color and gaze with the pull of a string to match a specific mood, personality or outfit.

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They also have moveable body parts and you can buy extra hands for a variety of gestures. You can adapt and customize any Blythe Dolls with an enormous choice of clothing and all kinds of accessories. You can also find patterns to sew your own outfits.

These adorable collectible dolls have unique charm and appeal.

The Story of Blythe Dolls

The first Blythe Doll was created by Allison Katzman in 1972. Blythes were then produced by the toy firm, Kenner, but gained little popularity among children and production was stopped after just one year. As a result, the dolls made during this early spell gained a cult following and now sell for thousands of dollars.

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The first Blythe doll magazine ad with caption reading as “Her lovely abundant hair is easy to brush, comb and style in a number of exciting hair-dos!”

Gina Garan, a photographer and producer from New York, is central to the revival of Blythe Dolls. In the late 90s, she popularized the dolls globally, particularly in Japan, after publishing the book This Is Blythe, along with later works, Blythe StyleHello Blythe! and Susie Says. These showcased her dolls in a range of fashion shots with exotic and artistic backdrops.

Today, Blythe Dolls have a huge following worldwide. Whether you want to share your ideas and creations with an ever-growing community of collectors, or you want to develop your photography through your unique ideas and designs, Blythe Dolls make the perfect models and muses, as well as wonderful gifts for family and friends.

 

What size is a Blythe doll?

If you are wondering what scale Blythe dolls are, there are three sizes of Blythes:

What does Blythe mean?

The word “Blythe” or “Blithe” means carefree or nonchalant. It alternatively means happy and joyful. It’s an energetic, modern and contemporary word that a lot of people think of with Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit — a fun, lively, elaborate little play. The spelling of the word “Blythe” actually combines all those good vibes into an elegant English surname. This is an uncommon yet stylish name.

What are the dolls with big eyes called?

“Big Eyes”: The Reincarnation of the Blythe Doll. Today, it is thought that the Kenner Toy Company introduced a unique doll design called Blythe in 1972 after being inspired by the “big eyes” trend in the silk-faced decorative dolls from Japan.

Who created Blythe dolls?

The very first original Blythe doll was created by designer Allison Katzman in 1972. Back then, Blythes were only sold by the toy company called Kenner. However, her oversized head and eyes that changed colors with a pull string did not go over well with children, and the four original dolls were only sold for a year. 

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In 1997, a NY, United States based photographer Gina Garan received an original Kenner Blythe as a gift and began using the doll to practice her photography skills. After taking thousands of photos of the doll, Garan’s work was spotted by a toy producer in New York. Together, they realized that this eccentric doll would be popular in Japan and started to seek out the right to reproduce Blythe Dolls again.

Where are Blythe dolls made?

In 2000, the toy company decided to produce a TV commercial featuring a new and improved Blythe doll for a department store called Parco. These newly improved dolls became an enormous hit in Japan and surrounding areas and more than 1000 dolls were produced to meet customer demand. The United States company, Ashton Drake Gallery, also began producing dolls for the United States market, however, they were not as popular as their Japanese counterparts. While Takara’s Neo Blythes were based loosely on the 1972 originals, Ashton Drake attempted to produce exact replicas.

Nowadays, This Is Blythe proudly provides every single kind of Blythe doll product and services to all customers around the world including the United States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Sweden, Italy, Spain, New Zealand, and the UAE. Our Collectible Premium Custom Neo Blythes, which were redeveloped in 2023, are much more popular and their prices can range from around $50 to $250 (United States Dollars) for limited edition premium releases. Buy your Premium Blythe Doll now. 

Are there any Blythe Accessories?

There’s an entire world of Blythe products, extras and additions: clothes, shoes, handbags, hats, jewelry, socks and more. Take a look here

 

How Much Is a Blythe Doll?

When searching, you may see nude regular Blythes starting from $49. Original release Blythes from 1972 start at $3500 because of their rarity. Any modern Custom OOAK Blythe Doll ranges from $180-$7500 depending on the artist and level of customization.

If you buy a Neo Blythe Doll today, it will most likely triple in value in a few years. Some of our dedicated doll collectors on This Is Blythe have collected over incredible 2000 dolls in the United States! They are a great investment opportunity whether you are a collector or a customizer.

What are Blythe dolls Ideal for?

  • Gift Purposes
  • Doll Customization Hobby
  • Doll Photography
  • House-warming Presents
  • Movie & Animation Studios
  • Anime Companies
  • Movies & Cartoons
  • Children’s Books
  • Art Studios
  • Creative Hobbies for Women
  • Drawing & Painting
  • Self-gifting
  • Customizing Purposes
  • Christmas Gifts
  • Children’s Birthday Gifts
  • Daughter Gifts
  • Valentine & Girlfriend Gifts
  • Child Development Toys
  • Therapy Dolls for Hospitals
  • Toys for Anxiety & Depression Adults
  • Therapeutic Doll Making
  • Granddaughter Gifts
  • Hobby and DIY Toys 
  • Craft Hobbies for Ladies
  • BJD Hobby for Men
  • Top Hobbies for Women Professionals
  • Custom Doll Business
  • Residual & Passive Income
  • Flea Market Buy & Sell
  • Doll Conferences DollCon
  • Displays & Fairs

Why Buy on This Is Blythe?

this is blythe reviewsEvery day, new customers come to us complaining that the Blythes they bought from other websites and shops smell bad and are made from cheap plastic. Since our Blythes are made with real original parts using our custom and patented limbs and joints, our dolls and other products do not have unpleasant odors. They do not smell of plastic or chemicals. Our high-quality doll hair is not dirty or faded unlikely other doll wigs online. When buying from us, you are also buying a quality handmade fiber hair wig that will last a lifetime.

Customers also tell us that some companies did not ship their dolls at all. We also received complaints that there were hidden fees, high customs charges, and taxes, as well as difficulty in receiving their packages. We always receive compliments on how we are the fastest and most responsive doll company compared to other Blythe shops. You’ve made the right decision by visiting us and shopping Blythes with us. Thank you for your support and loyalty.

Tips for Buying First Blythe Doll

If you are new to the Blythe world, our Blythes make sense because:

  • They’re available at the right price point
  • You can browse and see how much you’d like to invest in a collection
  • If you buy your Blythe Doll and products on our website, you will avoid expensive, smelly, and broken dolls that are sold elsewhere.


Our Blythes and products are fully tested & tried, then shipped.

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Please note that we cannot be held responsible if you purchase your Blythe products elsewhere such as big e-commerce sites and other online art craft stores. You will not get our award-winning product support and customer service elsewhere.
 

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