Why are they so expensive? Go to a toy store and check one out! You can not judge these dolls by pictures you see online (and the model featured in this article is not my favorite, there are many cuter ones out there). The quality is fantastic. I still have my first Corolle doll that I was given when for my 4th birthday (and I’m 33). It is in awesome shape despite the fact that it’s nearly 30 years old. I played with it all the time and so did my two little sisters, four younger cousins and pretty much any little girl who ever visited my house. The doll’s eyes still open and shut! Most of our other dolls eventually lost their heads or other body parts. This is the only one my mom kept because it actually held up! Plus, it also happened to be our favorite doll so it really is impressive that it stayed intact.

Plus, you can wash them in the washing machine (just make sure to put them in a pillowcase and tie it shut) and let it air dry, preferably out in the sun.

As for some of the posts on ethnicity, if you look on their website they have a ton of ethnic dolls including Calin Yang, Caling Darling, Clain Naima, Tidoo Graceful, Poupeette Loli, Poupette Lili, Cecile (who has a FABULOUS main of curly black hair), Cathy (a native american), Dolly Tina (another great hair style!), and Dolly Licorice. They cover hispanic, african-american and asian descents. As a hispanic woman myself, I’d never support a company that only promoted “white” dolls. The pictures on this post only show white dolls which may have lead to this discussion.

I think before you comment that the company doesn’t include dolls without “blue-eyes” or blonde hair, you should do a little research. I will continue to spend my money on this brand for my nieces, nephews and my future kids. The dollar goes much furthur than any other.

Also, you don’t have to spend $70 to get one. I got the babipouce for less than $20…around $16, and the Charmeur for less than $40. If you’re reading this you can shop around on the internet and find a good price.