BEST IN BLACK Barbie Doll - Barbie Signature - Review

[@drewechols6181]

whenever the designers reuse accessories like shoes and jewelry, I just say to myself that it's Barbie's favorite.

[@Nina_dollinista]

I love how even though you’ve met Robert Best personally you don’t lie in your review about the doll! This is why I continue to watch ALL your content. You have such a genuine spirit about yourself.

[@SureshNYC]

Nina Richards thank you but I’ve never met Robert Best in person. yes, I do like to keep things honest and positive. there are so many other more important things happening in the world right now to be upset over 💖

[@scottpaquin9709]

So disappointed with this doll. What was Robert Best thinking? She looks like she is going to the Silkstone lines funeral.

[@S67galleon]

*Gothic Mourning BFC Theme 2020* He is slowly trying to kill us off the collection line by going plain and drab. Use whatever fabric, and silkstone heads they have left in their storage and quickly ship them out. No jewelry! Come on, Barbie always has at least earrings, necklace or a brooch.

[@may5219]

Funeral! Yes! QQ

[@SHAWNTESH]

She does look that way!

[@brianaguilar8283]

So you’re saying black can’t be fashionable?

[@ramsesibarravelarde2848]

Her face is sooo pretty, she would look better in a peach gown. It's sad that they did her dirty 😣

[@Siansonea]

Marilyn Munster stole Wednesday Addams' lewk. This doll is a pass for me, she's basically a cute doll, but that outfit is beyond basic. If she was at Tuesday Morning, I'd pick her up for redressing, and I would restyle her hair. Thanks for giving us a closer look. Cheers to more doll fun in 2020. :)

[@franklymydear7774]

It "somehow" feels like a big part of ones delight, comfort and fun is being taken away. Slipping away as we experience her Silkstone quality slowly diminishing in our hands since 2 - 3 years ago. For a moment we were also confused when they made articulation happen (what is this, mannequin or playline?) This 2020 Barbie doll "seems" to be a result of an uninspired, sad doll artist, which can only be said because we know what Robert Best can do when he is overflowing with inspiration. I remember in the Atelier video Robert Best saying that much of what he designs for the Silkstone collection are inspirations from what is currently happening in his life. When he posted this 2020 Silkstone in instagram he even disabled the comments section seemingly acknowledging the fact that he knows too well how dramatic a change this is from the previous collections. He knows how collectors will be affected. And perhaps that pains him too (as all artists feel when their pet projects lose life in face of a company's new direction). However kudos to Robert for being a good soldier -- an iconic doll artist even. Probably he's following Barbie's lead. This prized doll is shedding her classic couture to battle market shares in a different arena. And so we see Robert's excitement and joy designing Barbie in her Star Wars regalia. You were right, Suresh. Doll culture and doll playing is changing with the flourish of technology. And perhaps being a multi-million dollar brand fighting to survive, Barbie needs to forget a part of her that once delighted us all and embrace themes that make her universally relevant, inclusive and diverse today.

[@jimdursosingersongwriter9470]

Your reviews are my favorites!!!!! Thank you for always pointing out the fashion designers inspiring these doll's outfits. Doing so adds another layer of interest for collectors and is greatly appreciated.

[@SureshNYC]

Thank you so much!

[@tinag7121]

Hm, very disappointing. That dress for the price? And no accessories? At least give her a bag!

[@ovahness100]

At first I thought she was the final BFMC doll, so I just knew she would be in an amazing black gown or ensem. I was pretty speechless, like others, when I saw how basic she was in the promos. She could have been magical with more details and 1 or 2 jewels. But I just imagine her to be a celebrity stylist or make-up artist. I'll probably still pass on her or wait for a sale. Imho she should have been priced no higher than 40. Thanks for the review and best wishes for a wonderful 2020!!💌

[@S67galleon]

I'm so disappointed for Barbie FMC to be ending this year. I have joined the barbie collection game a little late so I am always excited to watch your reviews Suresh. You are very detailed, informative, and jovial with each doll review. Plus you are truly the only barbie collector that does barbie reviews. I personally have to say that this outfit is a no for me, There is nothing enticing to even focus on. I may be more forgiving if they placed an eloquent necklace or a eloquent updo. I love the look of the barbie but it looks like 80s puffed sleeves met with 50s school principal and birthed this hot mess. I truly hope that Robert Best can blow us away with the last year for this collection. Thanks again Suresh! Always look forward to your next review ^_^

[@misterfreehugs]

Best in Black Barbie looks like she's going to her own funeral(ironically with the end of BFMC) with all the black... I love when you said the dress looked half-assed. Great vid as usual Suresh.

[@douglaswild3852]

Sorry but the best thing about this doll is the box. For the last year of these dolls I would have expected the first and last dolls to be amazing! But no! Barbie Basic!! Let’s hope we have better dolls in store for 2020. Happy New Year to you and all the best to you for the new year ahead! Thanks for another honest review!

[@ensaladadecol]

Happy new year! I'm so glad to start this year with your reviews! 👏👏👏👏

[@jvp714]

You should do a before and after of all the dolls you've made over.

[@JeffreySteinmanReviews]

A lot of “um... yeah” and “hmm huh” moments for this doll. I love Robert Best as much as the next collector but gurrrrl... that price for this amount of basic just isn’t it.

[@Bricio_Campana]

SO SAD that the silkstone ends up like this :( I love them!!! and they deserved a super glamorous ending, not that...she's looking like a poor nun in a short dress...worst in black than she should be called.

[@ralex3697]

Agree, missed opportunity Very disappointing The packaging is nice, can’t believe Robert Best accepted this.

[@ALB6969]

😂 exactly why I refuse to buy this one !

[@angelgreer1692]

Thanks for the review, I think she's a toned down version of Fiorella silkstone with a different dress.

[@shesholdingcorn]

I purely ordered this gal for her face. I never got a silkstone but her face is so gorgeous that I needed her.

[@ralex3697]

Buy the Lingerie Silkstones, gorgeous quality and the value keep increasing. Amazing work by Robert Best

[@ycharea6687]

The doll has such a pretty face, and I love the color of her hair as well. The dress, though... again, I'm giving away my age, but the dress is remarkably similar to a cream-colored dress I once owned way back in the 80s. (And oh, how puffed sleeves of all varieties were big back then!) My dress had gold buttons on the sleeve and gold embroidery on the collar - apart from the color, those are pretty much the only major differences I see. What was old is new again! That said, I'm not thrilled with how very plain Barbie's black dress is. It needs some contrasting touches to lift it up out of the ordinary. Nor am I convinced that the dress matches this particular doll. Her complexion, at least to me, cries out for spring colors, soft pastels. Perhaps, if Robert Best was set on a solid black ensemble, it might have been better to feature it on a dark-haired doll, with more dramatic make-up. And how about some jewels...? Diamonds always wear well with black....

[@nasiad.btsblackpinkbilliee7517]

Omg this sketch is everything! The doll is elegant but too simple to be a bfmc barbie ,But she is such a lovely doll!

[@rabbitasparks7980]

WAIT OMG WHY DO I LIKE HER? I live for the face!!! I LOVE THE SIMPLE BLACK! I need to have one no jokes!

[@onlyalisaawilliams]

Adult waving 👋🏽,,,, The doll’s ok, that’s it......... Happy New year, much happiness & Dolls 💜

[@bigboycty]

I commend your optimism and or kindness for this doll, but in truth she is GOD awful! So sad but it is what it is R.I.P. Silkstone.

[@catalinaquijano6477]

I think she is a great doll to customize and add your own style too. I think it’s a fair assessment and she really isn’t awful. I have her and can’t wait to redress her and style her hair. Remember the simple black dress doll of 3 years ago? She is simple and pretty and this one is too. Honest and fair review as always! Thank you Suresh! 💕🙏🏽😄

[@SureshNYC]

Catalina Quijano well said 😘😘

[@ralex3697]

Agree completely

[@marybell3204]

This doll was on my list but for the price tag, I can’t afford 😭. However you made good points, they did not do her justice with that hair 😂

[@stantwice675]

Personally, her outfit isn’t the greatest, however she as a doll is quite beautiful. I put her in another one of my silk stone gowns and she is absolutely divine. Lovely review and keep up the inspiring reviews!

[@ralex3697]

Yes a redress would fix it somewhat The sketch is pretty

[@MickMikkeTV]

Feeling the exact same, hoping s re style can make this a little more put together and exciting. Hope you share what you do with her I'm dying to see 🙃 XX - Mick

[@real_gigio]

The only thing I liked was the face and the hair coloring. What a missed opportunity for Mattel. Thanks for the review and Happy New Year!!!

[@alejandroarreolamiramontes9771]

I love her she is beautiful ❤️ thanks for you review I love also your channel !!!

[@stoifata01]

I think she's really cute and I do like her kinda late 60s mod vibe. But like "goth" mod because of all the black. I would also have preferred for her to have been added a ribbon in her hair, or maybe some type of sunglasses or at least they should have given Barbie a clutch

[@rongreen2976]

At first glance, I thought this was the Bewitched Barbie doll they released several years ago. The second one.

[@catface101]

Bought this for close to retail price. I've never owned a Barbie before but I saw her face and fell in love, she's just so pretty and I had to have her!

[@SureshNYC]

That's awesome!

[@blendadeocampo1712]

I do personally love the doll. I also do understand that the fans are kinda disappointed on this doll. Overall love the review! Thank you for the help 😘😘

[@aaronmcveigh3180]

I just bought this and I really love her lol she’s staying in the box but yeah I think she’s very American horror story coven, which I’m totally here for! (Love ur vids btw)

[@MimaBleu05]

Kind of sad to hear that Mattel is discontining the silkstone line, the saddest part is I didn't get to own at least one of them :

[@erodadolls]

Shes gonna be my first silkstone

[@isaacb1045]

im so disappointed with this doll and its just so saddening to look at. such a depressing unimaginative design especially for a goodbye line :( im so so sad about bfmc being discontinued and i really feel like theres some kind of crisis of creativity at mattel, not just barbie. the quality decreasing.. designs are boring and unoriginal... prices somehow rising despite cheep costs of production.... ugh theres just so much to say :(

[@SureshNYC]

Isaac b Cheap cost of production?? Lol what year are you living in? Production costs have doubled, tripled and quintupled across all industries over the past 10 years forcing many consumer brands to go out of business.

[@isaacb1045]

@@SureshNYC that is true but what im referencing is the cheap materials and cut corners (more specifically with playline) making dolls cheaper to make. probably not the best phrasing lol i feel like you cant deny the dolls made nowadays compared to even 6 years ago are far cheaper

[@archiecrowd9113]

dude what's your ig?

[@ramizahmed461]

Happy New year guy

[@ameliegrenier5339]

All my best wishes for 2020 ! Kisses and hugs from Paris xo

[@bunhey1105]

i was saying this doll reminds me of Prada and then you put the runway pics of the Prada spring/summer show haha

[@back2s0ul]

I was so excited to get my first silkstone a few years ago. It is sad to see them go. I think because of your channel I can better appreciate what the classic body dolls had to offer. Kind of plain, but I don't love or hate this doll. She looks versatile for dressing up or down in different ways. That said, she should be about $20 cheaper.

[@OGtinawolf]

All these negative comments about her make me so sad. True, she could have had at least some accessories, but I think she's very pretty. I love elegant, detailed, over the top fashion, but I also like very simple fashion too, so I really like her

[@johnerwin1176]

Maybe she's in mourning because it's the end of the line I love her stockings and shoes I'd ditch the dress and find something fabulous from the 60s oh an I'm glad you are back love and peace from Texas

[@S67galleon]

@John so true... so very true

[@kayteekaye604]

Happy New Year!

[@jaderachelle8280]

she’s the first silkstone doll i’ve gotten! she’s only $32.88 at walmart rn so definitely more worth than the retail price.

[@joannye2871]

Great review...love the stash!

[@huntysdollies4038]

I am trying to love this doll too! And I am so sad that this line is ending considering I’ve just started my BMFC collection, which is because of you! Lol also if you pierce her ears can you do a video of it?

[@SureshNYC]

The Toy Grotto Aw I know. It’s a bummer all around. And yes, I will 😘

[@alexchislik4751]

Hi, Suresh! Спасибо большое за новое видео)

[@patricerogers5299]

me again... one of the problems, I think, is that the BFMC line has clearly honored the glamor of past decades, as you mention--i.e. the 40s, 50s and 60s--so, why close out the series with a quantum leap into modern minimalism? I truly hope the remaining BFMC dolls are more true the couture fashion of the past. Love your reviews!

[@golddustwoman4993]

the dress makes it look like she's mourning the death of the Silkstone collection lol

[@azariawoodberry5383]

OMG Suresh, Barbie looks so beautiful in black and I want to wish you a very happy new year I love you Suresh ❤ kisses 😘😘

[@sarahigallardo7991]

Hey suresh, I received this doll as well, I loved her face, and the dress doesn't really make her justice, maybe you can make a video re-dressing and re-styling her.

[@utahmassage]

I bought her because she was being discontinued but not really that neat. Her has was disappointing and I don’t like the fact that there were loose threads sticking out. It would have been nice if maybe her collar and cuffs had black velvet. Thanks for sharing, she’s staying in her box!

[@drewechols6181]

will removing the tacking stick change the fit of the garment?

[@SureshNYC]

Drew Echols I did remove the tacking stitches to her the dress opened.

[@kevinrachar]

At 4:34 what’s the Barbie in the bottom right corner that’s dressed in red ? Also I love your doll reviews! I always watch your videos before purchasing a doll!!!

[@SureshNYC]

kevin rachar Silken Flame porcelain Barbie wearing just her beautiful lingerie 😘

[@kevinrachar]

Suresh NY AHHH yay!!! Thank you so much for replying!!! I love your Barbie collection! It’s amazing! your literally the reason why I started to collect silkstones and porcelain Barbies! My first porcelain was the Gay Parisian and now my second will be Silken Flame!!!

[@MoonDragon38]

Simply but gorgeous

[@carlossebastiannecroticgot7232]

I like the doll because is dress in my favorite color and you look so cute with the mustache 😍

[@ThePiccoloManJason]

I don’t collect Barbies, but I would honestly get this to commission someone to make my a Heather Chandler outfit for her. That’s the vibes I’m getting from the hair and the face up.

[@SureshNYC]

I could see that!

[@losierh]

I bought it even though the dress looked like crap. It even feels like it. But love her face, just gorgeous!

[@prismboy6367]

Love a heel and sock moment

[@aparnaramesh2269]

Your video is really delightful

[@cruelladevil2444]

its soooo prettyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@RedKimmy18]

I like this doll. She is soo cute. I know I'd love her.

[@myworldisfake]

How do you get all those Barbie dolls?

[@S67galleon]

Have you guys seen "Midnight Bloom" Robert Best did? Why couldnt that be part of the BFMC? Im guessing that Robert Best must be being pulled in many directions with Mattel and is unable to put in those extra details in the BFMC. :(

[@SureshNYC]

S67galleon yes I think that’s exactly it

[@neiljanefreindizon3522]

Happy New Year to you and to everyone! Hope y'all had a great time :)) I kinda cringed when I saw that scissor snip on the back of her dress. In Monique Heart's words, "that's not stunning". Overall, she looks good, pretty basic, nice face but I don't like the color of her lips. Nice review.

[@neiljanefreindizon3522]

I think this doll would fit perfectly in the "The Barbie Look" series

[@rosesarered3904]

So sad 😥😥 The dress is very plain. They could've at least added some jewelry or hair clips to glam her up. I will still buy her and I'm hopeful the next one is better. Happy New Year!!! Thanks you for your review.

[@forever7ag797]

Love her face and hair so cute and interesting keep it up with the good dolls😉

[@MelsPlace29]

Where are you newer videos Suresh? Love you

[@siwarvidsson9705]

Love the face and hair I have some of the older silkstones love 40s -50s- and 60s outtfits more.

[@viktordolls]

She’s beautiful as always, but the quality and the price... Disappointed but not surprised. I’d rather remember the BFMC line with their great ensembles through the years. Doesn’t look to me like anything Robert has done before, I’m pretty sure that’s mostly Mattel’s bosses ordering out for economy, such a bummer.

[@SureshNYC]

viktorddolls I agree 100%

[@ralex3697]

Complete agree, I don’t think Robert approved this. It’s Mattel’s creation with his name on it. So very sad

[@elizabethgatsby3442]

I’m confused is this the last doll or the last year for this collection? I’ve read a few things that suggest either.

[@SureshNYC]

Elizabeth Gatsby this is the first Doll of the last series.

[@erikaalexandraparrabernal2021]

I just got this doll honestly for the doll itself.. I think she has a beautiful face and hair but I am not very happy with the outfit. The concept is nice but I don't think the fabric was the best choice. But as you say, She has great potential to customize and at the end of the day, that's what I was going for =) . I am sad that they are not producing anymore of this line so I am happy I was able to get her +). Thanks for your wonderful review!

[@SureshNYC]

I'm glad you're enjoying her! xoxo

[@ralex3697]

The blue eyes just look off Complete miss

[@DollyMe]

She reminds me of the Sexy nun costume for Halloween

[@diamondlpl]

Currently about 50~ dollars on amazon with free shipping!!

[@huntysdollies4038]

Also could you just do a whole restyling video for her and Proudly Pink Barbie? 😊

[@housetargaryen9808]

Hi Suresh, it has been a while since you've bought a model muse doll, except the star wars doll but a high fashion model muse. Have you fallen out of love with them?

[@SureshNYC]

Gadal Dacumos not at all, there just hasn’t been many MM to choose from lately that I love. 💖

[@tsai1511]

Honestly, this along with Pink Collection #3 make me think that Robert Best must think to himself, "Jesus they really botched this one." The sketch on the front of the box showcases gorgeous long flowy hair and they must have really rushed production on this one for the hair and dress to have come out this way. Thankfully the straight out sideburns seem to have relaxed over time because mine pushes back and down really well since there's little to no product in the hair. The face is gorgeous but I think I'm going to get one of the short black dresses from the BFMC fashion collection for her because she looks like she's headed to a conservative funeral in this piece.

[@itsbritneybyotch7471]

My friend is giving me barbie dolls as birthday gift and the budget is rm300, this doll costs rm249, I was about to pick it but I don't cuz I don't think it worth 249 we'll the face does worth at least rm60 tho, so I picked a puma x barbie doll, a 2011 fashionistas sweetie and a made to move, I'm still waiting for my doll to arrive lmao, stay safe everybodeh! Edit: she's a really beautiful doll but the dress... Oh no velcro, no wonder why, especially the waist part

[@ramizahmed461]

Cute black shoes n socks

[@timothywatt]

She looks like she's dressed up for a funeral. The funeral of the BFMC line.

[@lonely.doll_]

I feel it is still weird they want to close the BFMC since vintage fashion recently got very popular. Maybe it‘s question of budget 😛

[@ЮлианаДимитрова-б4б]

I love her, she is soo Beautiful. 😘❤️😍💋

[@vinodkumarkv7315]

Hai...Suresh...Very Happy New Year to you. Doll is very cute. But her outfit is below average.

[@Dahliajj]

Do you mean that they will not produce silkstones anymore?

[@SureshNYC]

Dahlia Al- Janabi well they may produce Silkstone dolls in other parts of the Barbie collection but this is the last year for BFMC

[@Creamvissa]

This doll is GORGEOUS! those who do not understand this simply have no taste.

[@SureshNYC]

Preach.

[@ralex3697]

It is not gorgeous, very simple and painfully boring. Gorgeous is Cappucine and Luciana. I find it difficult to believe that Robert Best approved this The hair is awful

[@MrKookiblue]

Iam sure you can do some magic 😉 restyle ! redress her , she has lovely face and hair

[@alfalfaforever]

Watching this in August 2020. Ah, all the hope for the year 😔

[@SureshNYC]

Aww xoxo

[@ivonnegarcia-gilbert344]

She’s pretty but looks parochial chic right ?

[@michellexlawless]

I think she’s kind of a silk stone play doll…like I want her just to dress her up

[@user-jh6zp6qo1n]

Kimmy Schmidt called and wants her "mole woman" dress back!...I have loved the silkstone dolls for years and have approx.2/3 of the line. They are lovely dolls! I love that you can touch them and feel the fine fabrics. Mattel, as a collector, I would pay more for better quality. I know costs have gone up, but collectors want dolls with all the extras like the early dolls.. the finests fabrics, the complete jewelry set, the beautiful coiffed hair... this doll has none of my checklist!... the price is lower, but so what! The hair is a disaster and don't even get me started on that shapeless, feedsack of a black funeral dress with "puff sleeves" that only Ann with an "E" could love.... peddle faster, keep up mattel, or its off to the fashion royalty dolls. Yes they are expensive but collectors have money to spend on our dolls!...I appreciate you Suresh NY for opening the dolls and allowing us to see the entire doll and the honest reviews. I have hundreds of dolls (lost count)... some boxed some not.... Your very entertaining as well as easy on the eyes.... this hot mess of a doll has "bored us for the last time".

[@lawrencejelsma8118]

Thanks for removing the clothes and comparing her to the bodies of your dolls past! That gave me more insight to my own Made To Move doll collection for customs and play action posing (may be more of an adult than pre-17 year old art form also)! Putting a collector doll (limited production) in more of a Made To Move body means more of a play doll, I thought? Removing her from her packaging is then necessary! Action posing of LE dolls to individual tastes are then necessary? I like the high heel shoes and stockings (as you did) and I like her '59 face mold with her very strange hairdo (you dislike or find weird but I like and found interesting and unique)! $60 USD for this experience is questionable when Mattel Made To Moves are $15.99 USD (still found today at Walmarts but without exquisite accessories and more boring head and hair or head designs)!

[@SureshNYC]

Lawrence Jelsma I think they are trying to compete with Integrity Toys’ fully articulated fashion dolls which arguably are the most sought after high fashion dolls of the moment.

[@vanssemccreadie219]

🎇🎆 Happy New Yea2020 I've purchased myself a 75th anniversary Silkstone Barbie doll online he looks like the original number one with the black and white swimsuit and yes she's Silkstone Barbie doll coming my way sorry I don't have Instagram

[@remikiernan856]

I actually really like the simplicity, and big puffy sleeves r in right now, just the hair could do with some work

[@patricerogers5299]

...because I feel the other girls will kick her out... ha! I'm sooo stealing that!

[@ralex3697]

Hilarious

[@arykurniawan4992]

This is a sad ending for BFMC 😥

[@lawl9059]

i have this doll and i don't really like her 🤕😢😥

[@phoebedemontefalcon1423]

She's really pretty. I think mattel has limited budget for silkstones thats why the recent silkstones we see are not as glamorous as the old the ones..

[@SureshNYC]

phoebe De Monte Falcon I think you pretty much nailed it on the head. I doubt this is what Robert presented to the team when he first went in. They most likely watered it down immensely to save $$

[@ralex3697]

Very dumbed down and will be in bargain bins Missed opportunity

[@Lichtspuren]

She's a little bit disappointing... They should bring out just the best in her last year! And I really don't like the pink boxes! Looks so... playline.

[@ramizahmed461]

Lovely curly blonde