Barbie American Girl Doll?! - Reaction Review from an Adult Doll Collector

My first reaction to the new Barbie x American Girl doll collab! Will this be the last Barbie Movie doll?
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[@Joolieannie]

I said EXACTLY the same we needed a black version too

[@idreamofjonny]

I KNOW! I can't believe we STILL have to ask!

[@clairewatkins1720]

I’ve never bought a collector doll but I might need this one!

[@idreamofjonny]

It’s such an iconic collaboration!

[@CherishedDollFriends]

Hi Jonny, nice to see you are all settled in your new home. I am super excited about this collab. A Barbie American girl is the perfect doll. I think she is adorable and I love her with the classic face sculpt. I wish they had made her without the Swarovski crystals so she would be more authentic and affordable for more people. I do hope to add her to my collection someday. We shall see. Thanks for your fun review!

[@shannonplunkett4301]

That trixie joke flew over some people’s heads lol I think it’s a great execution but $300 makes no sense for this doll. To me, the fact that they added the stand shows that even they know they’re pushing it

[@Lavender_Aura_AG]

Called it! So glad my prediction came true. I haven’t decided yet if I will get her or not. I JUST ordered my dream 1987 bubble gum pink Samantha, and she’s my very first PC doll. So this doll just came out just after I decided to make the transition from AG to PC…I also love creating my own characters out of my dolls, so I’m not thrilled by super preset looks if that makes sense. I did hear that more Barbie items are coming from AG so that’s pretty exciting ❤

[@jennybartolo4360]

I’m so excited about this release!! I’m ordering her right after I finish your video!!

[@Agstar91]

Omg! I love that you matched her with the stripes haha! I think it would be very cool for them to have more skin tones of Barbie that would be awesome! I'm still holding out for collab further with Disney not to mention Barbie Wouldn't it be so freaking cool if Barbie (since both owned by Mattel), made Barbie's that were in the American girl historical outfits?!

[@idreamofjonny]

Thanks for noticing hehe. I would ABSOLUTELY buy every single doll if they would make Barbie dolls to look like the historical girls. Maybe for the 40th anniversary of American Girl?!

[@Agstar91]

@@idreamofjonny we're not that far off so I think that's an awesome time. I would totally get dolls of my original 4 for sure. That would be spectacular.

[@bellaboo8952]

Finally a doll that Ioved at first sight! I LOVE HER! Will order her tomorrow morning!

[@BetterScienceTeaching]

Why hadn’t this happened before? They’re both Mattel dolls! Also, gold stars for wearing the matching shirt.

[@idreamofjonny]

Thanks for noticing! Heheh 🦓

[@BetterScienceTeaching]

@@idreamofjonny Lol. When i go to research conferences, I often match my clothes to my presentations. 😂

[@EvelynRoseAG]

I missed out on this one but EEK I'm excited to see yours and everyone else's. My only gripe is the use of the classic mold, which, honestly actually makes sense since it is classic Barbie. Also.. LMAO at Swarovski "third wheeling" because it is SO true 🤣

[@NikkiVelazquez]

New to your channel and glad i clicked on this video! I dont care about this doll but your commentary is hilarious!

[@melissabazile]

Thank you for busting this video out so quickly! Thoroughly enjoyed it. I want this doll badly but we’ll see how it goes tomorrow….a one day heads up is not nice! Should’ve released it on Black Friday or something!

[@idreamofjonny]

Thanks for noticing - I dropped my whole day to do this! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I do wish we got more of a heads up. There wasn’t even a hint or leak until today! I hope you can get her!

[@melissabazile]

@@idreamofjonny definitely appreciated! 🙏

[@dreacormier5111]

I was so mad when I seen they aren’t accepting anymore preorders.

[@Agkit09]

I love her! My grandma gifted her to me. I’m so excited! She had the first Barbie that came out in 1959 as a little girl so this felt very nostalgic. ❤

[@desnakellum-yanzuk2217]

Yes, they missed an opportunity by not making the box pink, but the graphics on the box interior are nice. I love that she comes with a stand. All the collector dolls should come with a stand.

[@amysoddmenagerie3797]

Not you referencing Derek Berry! Lol yesssss Kween

[@puddintame6014]

Have you noticed that the shipping date is by Nov. 30, 2024? You purchase the doll and then wait for a year to get her....I think not.

[@paulettepalmer4860]

I remember when the movie was released, and I commented about a collaboration between Barbie and AG on your channel. I can't believe they did not do it then! Can you imagine the rush to secure one of those dolls at that time? But let's face it, no matter, she is sooo cool!❤ Actually, they could have given her one of those faux strapless tops that are flesh color mesh. But, it would have to be super well done, or it would look so cheezy! Hope your Barbie arrives for you in perfect condition! ( That is another reason why they may have used the classic mold-less issues!) I totally adore her curls and ponytail, too!😘😘😘 Maybe Barbie fashions are in the future! We can DREAM!😴 Thanks for getting this video out fast so we could GUSH!😁

[@idreamofjonny]

I'm really thinking they ran into some problems with production, because I would assume this was meant to be a summer release. Either way, I'm glad it's here and I still want her! I don't know if they'd do fashions for a collector doll, but I would really love to see more from Barbie at American Girl!

[@paulettepalmer4860]

@@idreamofjonny I was thing of Barbie inspired fashions for all AG dolls! Probably wishful thinking!

[@littleplasticfriends]

I hope to get one. I have an alarm set and I am ready! She is so cute and I collect Barbie and AG, so this is perfect for me.

[@user-tf5hx4qd4v]

I got one! I think it’s pretty cool!

[@forestbjd6830]

In Canadian it's $440 and whyyyyy she's so cute but oh my god. I mean I can't super complain since I'm a BJD collector, but still I was so surprised at the price!

[@persnicketypleasantpenelop7505]

Ha,hee you said don't come for me over the Black Barbie 😂 As someone who specializes in collecting mostly Black dolls, I feel you. I wanted a Black Barbie colab but was told no just original 1. Which is fine, I like #1, but I like Black Barbies bc I had Black Barbies in mid 80s and dreamed that I would look like her...came pretty close at prom and my wedding...now I'm just Black Barbie Gap these days. 😂 We will see if she is an early New Years gift come winter of 2024 or whenever. Definitely don't want to pay eBay prices. Would be cool if she came with Kennough or a Barbie mobile like the original car. Love your commentary...leaves me in stitches. ❤❤❤❤😅😅😅😅😅

[@PandoraHearchu]

Thinking about it, I feel like it's a huge missed opportunity that they didn't make either Chelsea or Stacie, since they're closer to the age range that AG dolls are supposed to be, whereas Barbie herself is supposed to be somewhere in her 20's-30's.

[@nanasewdear]

I would at least like to see a brunette version. Even as a child I preferred brown hair.

[@idreamofjonny]

Let's hope this release is popular so we can get a 2nd wave with more diversity!

[@amystreasuresdesign]

It will be interesting to see if AG limits the number of sales of this doll, like they had to do with Wellie Wishers after they sold out immediately. I was working in the call center at the time that hot mess happened.

[@EpixAndroid]

They said that sales will cap off at 5,000

[@amystreasuresdesign]

@EpixAndroid sorry, i meant a per person limit.

[@AchsahEDavis]

There was a 3 dolls per person limit

[@onlyalisaawilliams]

She’s awesome , but I’m going to skip buying this one . I collect fashion dolls, and AG, but I’m not thrilled with this combination. Hopefully they do another collab that speaks to me .. I can’t wait to see the reviews.

[@Cool-eo1oe]

I’m all in for Barbie outfits for AG (some could go with each era). I would pay a premium/collector price, and would try to get them all, but idk for me about a full doll (since I just have Kirsten/similar look). The reverse of a Barbie/American girl (skipper) would be a bit more my speed for dolls.

[@idreamofjonny]

Skipper is so underrated! She is my favorite, and I would LOVE to have a Cool Crimp outfit for an American Girl Skipper! Maybe I need to find someone who can make this for me 🤔

[@miyukuchan22]

Courtney would look great in the roller skate Barbie outfit

[@gabrielavilchis2678]

I like AG and Barbie separately but together I don’t know. I’m still thinking about it. On the other hand if they sell accessories that I will get some 😉

[@Webkinzlover064]

I love her because I love both AG and Barbie, but I just downsized and $300USD is A LOT of money in CAD after import taxes. I think I will sit it out, but I'm super happy for everyone who's been dreaming of this :)

[@iamsoverybored878]

Also she is huge and would take up alot of space.

[@AJ-Oakland]

I would absolutly love to have a Barbie American Girl but my storage is full and Christmas is just around the corner so if there is any left on Wednesday when I get paid then I might but getting the limited edition dolls to Canada can cost over $100 and the custom fees are a big ouch. I've bought two disney dolls and the Christmas one this year and I spent well over $1000 on the diisney ones alone. The quality just isn't really worth it... Even though come Wednesday I'll probably still get her XD

[@idreamofjonny]

I've heard soooo many struggles from my Canadian friends trying to collect American Girl. I wish it wasn't so expensive for y'all to get them. I mean, they're expensive enough down here, but all the extra fees are definitely a bummer. If you end up getting her, I hope you love her!

[@sarahlynngriffin9492]

Agree

[@PinkWolf93]

Crossing my fingers they do a peaches n cream one

[@ghosty4]

They... need to stop slapping Barbie on everything now. They need to be done. 2023 was the year Mattel said "Yes!" to every collab that asked.

[@PMT_Studios]

I absolutely *LOVE* this doll so much; ever since the Barbie movie I've slowly become a Barbie fan lmao, but moreso in the way where I only like certain dolls as AG will always be my number one However as a broke teenager who's trying to save money for a new laptop, I have to sit this one out :') If it was $200 or something maybe I could've finagled her as a v e r y belated birthday or Christmas present next year, but no, she's $300 *sobbing*

[@idreamofjonny]

They're making 5,000 of them, so I imagine they'll always be in rotation through the secondary market. You should be able to pick one up when you're ready!

[@PMT_Studios]

@@idreamofjonny Yes that's true! Hopefully I won't have to suffer the wrath of scalpers

[@slitherywig1]

Wait, Barbie did have a pink box on release. I think theriault's has a number one Barbie pictured with one. I think she sold for like $40,000

[@irisbonifacio1692]

But why did they end so quickly if they just came out? Do you know if they will put them back on sale (maybe soon)?

[@buffmontana4203]

Oh boy...

[@idreamofjonny]

Not a fan?! LOL

[@allysonvickers6065]

I'm completely obsessed with her 🤩 I've bought a few Barbie movie outfits from a seller on Etsy and now I need the doll to wear them! I really love her look too. I love the eyeshadow, the nail polish, and those curly poodle bangs 🤩 The accessories are amazing too, I love the wrist tag and the little magazine. I think the price is justified in this case as opposed to the other LE dolls!

[@allysonvickers6065]

Also the AG website has a countdown for 1am EST so I'll definitely be checking at that time to get her!

[@idreamofjonny]

Oh yeah, I forgot that a bunch of doll clothing designers were making American Girl sized outfits from the Barbie movie. If mine wasn't gonna stay box-bound forever, I'd def get her some outfits!

[@idreamofjonny]

I hope you're able to get her!

[@NatureAngel147]

i love her but def cannot afford her

[@idreamofjonny]

I do wish they could get the price down closer to $200!

[@tonisilvera2862]

In the time it took to make this video she was already gone! Sold out in under 24 hours! Did you pre-order yours?

[@cooldollstuff]

Really hoping she ships before December 2024

[@idreamofjonny]

She likely will. I'm guessing the 1-year turnaround is a worst-case scenario estimate. I'm gonna guess people are gonna start getting them early next year.

[@cooldollstuff]

@@idreamofjonny that would be so wonderful 😍 I'm totally buying.

[@OxChiquitaXo]

Do you think it will available in darker skin tones?

[@maddiejoy6619]

This doll weirds me out. Like you mentioned, AG dolls are supposed to be 9-year-old girls and she's being dressed up like an adult with sexy makeup, hair, and clothing. Granted, she's a doll not an actual child and maybe I should just calm down lol. But, this doll is just giving me creepy Lolita vibes. I love the idea of an AG - Barbie collab, but why not copy another, less sexy Barbie look? I think Totally Hair Barbie could work for this or even Margot Robbie's pink gingham dress look. I'm just not sure about this doll, personally.

[@punk_r0ck_ch1ck]

I don't think anything is inherently "sexy" about this doll and I think maybe a better word would be grown up. Barbie means to portray a adult woman, so in translation the American girl doll emulating her looks like a strange line between adult and child. Although I think maybe its charming and honesty thibk maybe it worth evaluating why it weirds you out. I think it looks more like a little girl playing dress up.

[@markvincentle]

I really hope AG does something about the scalpers cause most definitely this will cause heavy traffic. This is a collector’s item where I really feel like having.

[@idreamofjonny]

Yeah, I do feel like this is the most likely to sell out, out of all the American Girl Collector Dolls. Flippers are a much bigger problem in the Barbie and fashion doll world than the American Girl world. Fingers crossed there aren't too many issues!

[@cooldollstuff]

Tomorrow is early acess to barbie members on mattel creations and ag rewards berry members so if you are one of those you should have a good chance getting the doll tomorrow if you have to wait until general release the chances of getting the doll are lower because anyone can buy at that point though mattel does limit to three per household. Scalpers may buy from both sites and get up to 6 dolls per household if they are clever enough to do so hopefully not but that's the most I think anyone could buy.

[@user-lx8bw5zq3e]

Applause to you Jonny. I think it should be AA Barbie AGD. I would not be buying one ……….

[@kittlesbb]

I feel like I'm the only one that doesn't like her 😭😭

[@idreamofjonny]

You’re not the only one! Be glad you won’t have fomo cos I think this doll will sell out!

[@QNFirefly]

I am going to sit this one out. The price too high for me I am not into the collector AG dolls although I do collect Barbie. I would rather have a doll that celebrates Barbie then a doll that look like her.

[@princesssadieloo]

I was never a big Barbie fan, so not for me.

[@christimorris387]

She looks more like Larvie!

[@idreamofjonny]

Omg stopppp 🤣

[@agsquish]

i think the doll itself is pretty ugly. idk what it is. definitely safe from this release!

[@idreamofjonny]

She's been pretty polarizing! I wish I hated her cos I DO NOT need to be spending $300 on a doll, but oh well heheheh

[@EvelynRoseAG]

I think it's the classic mold and the brows, personally.

[@mckeevamonroe]

I was so excited to hear about the Barbie collab until I looked on the American girl website. I was hoping to see a black Barbie too but she wasn’t there. I would have gotten one for my daughter. And I love Barbie but I’m not going to lie they really missed the mark on inclusion and I was just starting to become an American girl fan but this really has me thinking.