Rainbow High Emi Vanda Deep Purple Doll Without a Neck? Adult Doll Collector

[@jactober]

Emi is the grunge angsty character, Her bio says her family wanted her to be a doctor or lawyer but she wants to be a artist and do what makes her happy not them her bio seems very asian coded to me tbh but i LOVE her bio and personality and i relate so much to her

[@MyWorldMelissa]

okay that makes sense in terms of her clothing choices then. Like I said, I dress like that...except with jeans.

[@rachelvargyas80]

Where do you find their bios?

[@IamMysteriful]

@@rachelvargyas80 on the rainbow high wiki

[@rachelvargyas80]

@@jactober thank you! I signed up for their emails, and see the bios now :)

[@QueenCloveroftheice]

I was thinking when I saw her that her face mold looks more Asian than the other girls. I hope she is because the line needs more Asian representation!

[@matthewkula6599]

The embroidery on her sweatshirt is in reference to a Moschino item. While I would have loved a real purse I enjoy that the RH team is dedicated to making references to designer brands and that it's not screen printed or something.

[@MyWorldMelissa]

Thank you!!!!

[@matthewkula6599]

@@MyWorldMelissa No problem

[@CherylAnnRose]

I love that too!

[@desireesmith862]

Honestly I wish they’d do their spin on some Lolita brands. I know they also did ‘kawaii.’ They claimed Sunny was Kawaii but I felt she was only ever so faintly inspired by Kawaii fashion and her outfit wasn’t all done well.

[@uniquelyme7662]

Emi has a hint of alternative emo/goth like I was in high school and I’m an artist too she is definitely my all time fave RH doll so far. Plus pink & black are my fave colors

[@MyWorldMelissa]

Cool!! I definitely like her better out of the box!

[@lvrsdelrey]

I agree purple black and pink are my favorite colors shes just perfect for people who love alternative emo style and dark colors

[@RedSpice84]

Her color scheme is one of my faves. Series 3 hit it out of the park. I first got into rainbow high Bc I wanted to buy them for my daughter, but it turned me into a huge adult collector. MGA is definitely catering to the older set with these lovely ladies.

[@lalalinotte]

I, personally, prefer the look of the moon socks with the sandals over the thigh-high boots. However, I've noticed a lot of the Rainbow High shoes seem difficult to put on and remove for these being toys for kids! I could see a younger kid thinking these dolls are so cool and then being disappointed by how difficult they are to dress.

[@MyWorldMelissa]

I agree on the shoes. Sometimes I think it's because of my funky fingers, but then I remember that little kids don't have fully developed dexterity either.

[@bobbysmith8095]

I didn't get these for nieces cuz they are just way to hard to dress. It take me 30 min to dress ser 1 sunny cuz her jean was just too tight. Then a lot of the high heel shoe (I have to cut Kristal on the back just to get them on) are almost impossible to slip on. IMO these doll are more for collector then little kid.

[@Obscuruz]

Personally if you ask me while I do think rainbow high can be a toy for kids I do not think their target audience is kids. Now I’m not saying the shoes aren’t hard to get off however based off of the way I’ve seen the marking them selves and the show to me it seems like they are more targeting people who like fashion dolls and collectors rather than children however that’s just my opinion on it.

[@LionQueen106]

I looove a Emi, she was the last one I bought, but as soon as I got her out, I fell in love! I decided to be creative with my Rainbow High dolls for the month of October, and I’m having them dressed up as Disney characters! ( since I have a bunch of Disney dolls as well.)

[@MyWorldMelissa]

that is so fun!!!

[@valeriejoylauria8944]

Melissa, when you hold some things up close to the camera, it would be so greatly appreciated if you could hold it for a fraction of a second longer. It doesn't come into focus immediately and then you take it away quite quickly so it's hard to get the details sometimes. Just to let you know as a viewer. I love your videos and I love you!☺️💕

[@MyWorldMelissa]

So very sorry! Will hold things still for a bit longer in the future. And thank you so much for telling me!!!

[@hanhantheman5457]

I LOVE Emi!! she's my favorite of the new lines. Im obsessed with the first outfit and I personlly think the "no neck" sweater makes her look so cute and almost shorter. She's a perfect mix of sweet and angst. :))

[@nerdygirlygirl8750]

Is it just me or am I getting Raven Queen vibes with the hair and eye color….

[@MyWorldMelissa]

OMG!!! Yes!!!!

[@jdanisse]

The series 1 dolls were like that, too: Some had earrings and some didn't even have pierced ears. Not sure why.

[@galaxyskeleton]

Finally! A Rainbow High doll (and character) I relate to 😃💜🖤 Her hair gives me Spectra vibes As a cosmic witch, I do love those socks, but I have to go with the boots

[@BejaVue]

I think she's really pretty! I can't get over the quality of these playline dolls!! I love her coloring, hair & eyes. I personally prefer the boots. I collect Integrity Dolls and I love their shoes but most of the time I don't put them on. I prefer something easy that slips on rather than having to tie up the shoe. I love how their clothes are so close to designer clothes. These dolls are the best quality of any play line that I have ever seen.

[@micelectrix7430]

i love watching mommys world because as a young MALE collector, im constantly being judged and mommys world is making me feel more comfortable with collecting instead of doubting myself

[@TM-ko1lj]

Never doubt yourself, all the societal “norms” are made up anyway! 💖💖

[@shdwstrm]

I love her and can’t wait to get her. Also I don’t mind the no neck look. I have a very short and stout neck so visually….. yay representation!! Hahahahaha

[@marinagornostayeva2428]

The doll herself is gorgeous, I love her hair, eyes and lips. The neck issue is definitely outfit-related, and speaking of outfits, I'm not a fan of her clothes. Her boots are great, but the shoes are meh, her first hoodie looks too busy, while her second one looks too plain. I wear hoodies a lot, and I feel they've missed the opportunity to give her cool hoodies. I intended to buy her, but now I doubt I need her. But the news about Wave 3 being on Amazon is great, yay!

[@ashtraaa]

I totally agree, the hoodie she is dressed in is very busy because of the embroidery, I wouldve preferred an actual purse, or a much more simpler embroidery if they thought embroidery was mandatory

[@hanadunn7297]

The boots most definitely as they look so cool and help the goth aesthetic which is what got me to notice her. So far I haven’t found an Emi at my local Walmart but I did find Gabrielle, Sheryl, and Daphne (who I bought first). Hopefully the rest become easier to find as the week goes by.

[@ThakYuki]

I absolutely love Emi's boots! I wish I had boots like that.

[@LeeDee5]

BTW I understood what you said about the no neck thing. These are mass-produced dolls in their 3rd installment so we as a consumer have a baseline of expectations at this point. And when there's little visual differences between the dolls it stands out to us. I'm not sure how anyone could misconstrue that as anything else or god forbid, hating on disabled people. Unless English wasn't their first language? Either way keep up the great work and your zest for doll collecting. You have shown through your hundreds of videos that you are a very understanding and compassionate woman regardless of how anyone looks like.

[@alyssaXE]

The black hoodie is very reminiscent of Asian (specifically Japanese and Korean) street fashion. Where a lot of the street clothing has printed on accessories. I find that a lot here in LA in local Asian markets and stores that import clothing. Also my doll is also shedding, right out of the box. I tie her hair up. And she had staining from her black hoodie too.

[@caseyjennings7420]

The doll is absolutely beautiful, 💯 I prefer the boots they are everything 😍❤️

[@ThoughtsArrive]

I think the boots look the best with the second outfit. That's how I have styled my doll, and I think she's gorgeous.

[@melp.6562]

« These boots are made for walking »! Having said that, I prefer the shoes with the pink hoodie.

[@Tiara_Princess7]

She is my first ever Rainbow High doll. I really wanted Kia, but she was too expensive. I am glad to have Emi. I also really like her character in the show. She isn't rude or petty.

[@Asylum1984]

Tweezers really help with tying the ribbons on doll shoes and clothing.

[@dorianorenda3087]

Either boot or shoe, but the first skirt with the second hoodie. Love her hair !

[@TheEliteRosie]

I adore the Socks, I would 100% wear them myself! But give me some long socks that peep up just over the boots would make my heart happy!

[@doll_dress_swap12]

The doll is gorgeous! I love that they made the contrast in the tones so vivid in her hair. Just glancing at the comments here, it seems like people are pretty divided on either liking or disliking her clothes. I think that’s actually kind of neat, because it means that there must be something about her look that really resonates with some people. I’m not really fan of it, although I do like the contrast with more black in it. I’ll probably collect the other series three dolls first though and budget for her later.

[@tinyobscurities7998]

I actually think my favorite part of Emi's outfit is her black sweatshirt. I don't care much for branded things, but I could tell it was inspired by Moschino. I'm really impressed with the embroidered purse, they really made it look 3D instead of it being flat. RH does well with embroidery, it's(from what I've seen) to be always perfect. By the way Melissa, are you going to be reviewing any of the dream ella dolls? It would be interesting to hear your thoughts as how it competes with other budget dolls. I know you will be reviewing the dream ella color change dolls though haha. If you look on the last picture on amazon of the color change dolls it looks like there is a playset that might possibly come out too, it seems to directly correlate to the dream ella color change doll. Also ONE more thing, I find it strange that the color change dolls are supposed to be fairies but they don't have wings.

[@MyWorldMelissa]

Definitely interested in Dream Ella!

[@harleyday95]

I like the shoes better with that outfit but like the boots better in general lol I loove this doll though, definitely me in high school with the multiple hoodies 😂

[@whatsintheboxofpoppyraine]

I saw the mint girl at Walmart today I need her and I’m not even that into rainbow high I only have two dolls but the new series r getting so much better and I’m starting to love more of the newer ones

[@wafflesorbacon]

omg i love your sweater! i grew up watching you as a little kid wanting toys and now i rediscovered you as an adult doll collector and look to you towards what i’m looking for so that’s pretty great! you’re just as likable and fun as i remember you being ❤️

[@koaladolls7339]

I adore her and I can’t wait for her to come to Aus! I like that she’s a trendy fashion doll that wears hoodies, it’s something different for sure

[@mysadending]

She is one of the those I enjoyed more than I thought I would. She reminds me of some of my "chill-out" metal/alternatives buddies. (I was more of the elaborately dresses type. Lol). I love those high boots but reality reminds me that I got some developed athletic calves and even at my smallest those types of boots don't fit. 🥴 Thank the heavens for brands who create wider designs. 😅

[@sadiepotxto]

“I feel like your being very critical “ why do I love that so much lol 😂

[@brandeeluvspugssigler4188]

I put mine in that outfit with the shoe tie ones. I really love this doll.

[@jactober]

The embroidery is a high designer fashion item reference and it looks like her eye needs to be pushed back into the socket hot tap water will do the trick! My emi vanda also shedded a lot but she’s not balding or having any unfilled plugs i love her so much! LOVE HER BOOTS! MORE RH DOLLS WITH THIGH HIGH BOOTS PLS

[@edenskye2]

Emi is my favorite mostly because I love all things purple. The others are just as gorgeous but purple wins out all the time. I think her shoes are fabulous, but I do loves me a thigh high boot. so Boots win for me.

[@Violetbunnyfish]

There's another separate shirt underneath the 2nd hoodie, so she comes with two hoodies and one long-sleeved shirt.

[@demelzakoelewijn3410]

I love the boots! 😍 I collect the OMG dolls from L.O.L. surprise but when I see this I think I want to collect the rainbow high dolls as well 🤣

[@candicemay]

She’s my favorite of the new releases…I’m so excited for the sleepover line & the rockstar line that’s coming out 😌

[@SimoneOconnell]

i just love the black hoodie its so unusual ,Theres no way i would wear it but on a doll i think its so cute .i am not so keen on the skirt ,I think i would put the black skirt with the black hoodie and the boots .But everyone likes different things

[@PinkyBear]

I do wish that her second outfit was something else other than a hoodie, but overall, she's super cute.

[@frostydecide]

Excellent video title. We now call her purple doll with no neck in my house.

[@disneydreamies8378]

I am happy that I found someone close to my age collects dolls! I wish that i had the same set up as you tho. all my monster high dolls are in totes i have like 300 or so. And also Emi is my most favorite right now!

[@jortslesbian]

lmao Georgia didn’t get earrings tho ;^; wish she did that would’ve been so cute, only girls with earrings this line were Sheryl and Daphne :) also I feel like the shoe looks better too lol

[@MyWorldMelissa]

ahhhh YOu know I couldn't really remember if she had them. She should have had cute little pearls.

[@doll_dress_swap12]

I’ve always been a little annoyed that they put out dolls with the ear holes but no earings. I feel like if they’re going to do this, they should at least have little accessory fashion packs. They would sell so well! Imagine a little box with like five earring sets in different molds and colors, or little cute boxes that each have a different shoes and handbag set. It would also be nice if there were just some smaller fashion packs in general instead of $60 play sets to get any additional clothes. At least these dolls come with two outfits.

[@jortslesbian]

@@doll_dress_swap12 I feel like the earring holes are better than none because they can wear your extras, like I put the closet earrings on Amaya and it was super nice!!

[@mrblockenfeffer]

I’m getting big Moschino vibes from the embroidery on the hoodie. Just tossing that out there. Once again de-stressing from my day with one of you videos! 😍

[@mrblockenfeffer]

I will also say keep the boots! The socks are cute, but the ribbon shoes are not for my adult hands. 🤣

[@blacksheep1924]

I don't know about now but when I was younger I had a lot of clothes that were designed to make you look like you had on jewelry or other accessories. Which was honestly great for me cause I love the look but hate the feel of wearing jewelry. Was a big thing back then not much sure about now.

[@Drewski217]

I definitely like the heels more for the second look - the colors all harmonize more - but the boots look nice with it too lol. Daria and Sheryl are next on my list but Emi's really grown on me in owner's hands and in general this whole wave is one I want to collect all of. Also IIRC Georgia didn't come with her own earrings, just earring holes? Unless mine was lacking in them - I also didn't get a hanger with the 'rainbow' embedded for her garment either so who knows.

[@doll_dress_swap12]

I think the shoes show off the cute strap details of the skirt better, while the boots sort of visually overwhelm it. Both are cute, but I think I also personally like the shoes better.

[@oddmnemosyne2869]

The boots are 100% the better shoe. I do love the crescent moon socks though.

[@tammymcintyre2864]

Boots. Definitely the boots! This is the doll I want the most from series 3.

[@shelleydavis8350]

Love how your makeup n black shirt matches Emi!🤸‍♀️

[@havilandsgamerchannel8586]

The boot, 100%. I kept my Emi's boots on with her second outfit.

[@crackheadwerewolf]

I was going to pass on Emi when she was first released but I just bought her on Saturday after Target was getting ready for Shadow High and I am so happy I bought her. Her face and clothes are so cute and she gives me big vampy/witchy vibes!

[@vampyrekyng_lex]

I LOVE her! Personally I liked both skirts but the boots and the v-neck hoodie were way better than the other options. Edit: I actually have her now and I like her with her top best and neither of the hoodies

[@freya1548]

Emi was the first one of S3 I got. I love her so much. And yes to the boots, those sandals while cute are the devil and I refuse to remove them from their plastic supports, she will forever live in her boots.

[@v_sttes6668]

TWILIGHT VIBES! Her color is like twilight

[@TammyPowley]

Agree, they all should have earrings. I also wondered about that. And can't just use regular earrings on them like you can with fake blythe dolls

[@terrilewis4314]

Love the boots. I like first outfit. Love all the things on the shirt. Thank you for sharing. Love from Texas 🤠❣❣❣

[@dianaadhikari45]

My Emi shedded hunks of hair. I put the tied shoes on the Violet cheerleader.

[@MyWorldMelissa]

Hmmmm wonder what's up with that...

[@kitkat_moushi]

I like the boots with the black skirt way more than the bow heels Just a style suggestion: I have the skirt from the first outfit with the top and hoodie of the sweater

[@CherylAnnRose]

In the box, I see her neck quite clearly. She’s my 2nd pick to get. I got my first, Sheryl who I adore. I would buy these dolls for a girl under 8 years.

[@vandapereira895]

Ok, first doll in the WORLD with my name VANDA ! Only thing in the world with my name... HAVE TO GET IT !!!💕💕💕💕💕💕💕Thanks Melissa !

[@jmariebee9630]

I went to 5 Below and brought earrings to put on Emi and Georgia I even used some of the ear rings on the ILY dolls the set I brought had different size earrings love Emi and Georgia and Sheryl too

[@ogreer7159]

love the boots better than the shoes for sure!!

[@jessecygan286]

I looove your energy today lol. Too cute M! Keep up the great work boo!!

[@emifujii3145]

Every time she says Emi with the critical tone I get nervousXD I have this doll but I haven't unboxed her yet but I feel like we are sort of kindred spirits in a sense, especially with the similar tastes in gothic aesthetics and the purple and the fact that we're both visual artists. And based off some of the other comments she sounds like she's Asian coded, which...I...Emi V, you are literally me once I have a good place to put you I am going to free you from the box!

[@teslatang4941]

Dude saaaaame! I’m asian, I do art and I’m emo. It’s insane! I’m in love with this doll

[@emifujii3145]

@@teslatang4941 Broooooo that is awesome!! It's so cool how relatable Emi is she's so lovely!

[@brittvakarian]

Ahhh I love your shirt!!💗🖤

[@lindasaunders8069]

I like both the boots and the shoes and my surgery went very well and happy to be 🏡

[@kelly-ellie3543]

I really wish she has a cute top instead of a second bunny hug. But both bunny hugs are cute it just would have been cool to see something different

[@sophialeemirandaakaprincess]

PURPLE POWER!!! Wooooho!!

[@spockgirl66]

She looks much better with the boots

[@hvymtllion5231]

the tie on shoes are also not my favorite, not just because it's impossible for me to get it to look good, but because the heels are almost always warped or something, where they stick out too far, so it doesn't even look like a shoe anymore

[@bellaparkes1749]

yes a six year old can tie that ribbon into a nice ribbon… i had a barbie doll that came with a cape that had a ribbon closer and i was able to make different types of tops and dresses with that one thing

[@vanessaivonne3863]

Oh My god ,I love your sweater !!!!😍

[@curtiscounts9201]

I really like her boots a lot

[@centurycountess4949]

Hey Melissa, did you hear that Hasbro has a Disney villain doll edition now existing of Ursula, Maleficent, Cruella , and the Evil Queen? I just found out and thought I'd tell you, they are gorgeous! Don't want to give too much away but they have some special secrets included. 🙂 I had to tell you soon as I found out. They look so cool!

[@dawnieedreams]

sadly that hoodie with the embroidered purse is a fashion thing but like its still ugly lol, just cause its a fashion thing doesnt mean i like it lol, i would have loved if she got an actual purse like daria and georgia

[@dawnieedreams]

also georgia didnt have earrings either lol, only Daphne and Sheryl had earrings this time around

[@jasminovykaktus5094]

Lol

[@kristinaland]

I definitely like the boots better and probably wouldn’t be able to tie those shoe ribbons right! 😂🤣

[@bronydolls]

Just got her from smyths today, she is amazing. Her colours are so cute, although she has staining on her arms. And I’m not undoing the second pair of shoes lol .

[@belindalaing7592]

Definitely the boot looks better 😊

[@JayofallTrades]

When I see them in target i want to just add them to my cart but I can't afford to. I was fortunate enough to have gotten the multipack of the first wave. I really want them all.

[@dantefranklin2388]

Great doll. Hate that both the hoodie and skirt ended up staining her.

[@bethanysmith7935]

The tall boots are awesome 🤩

[@talithacrow7530]

I'd probably end up using the second hoodie and boots but the first skirt

[@user-lw9ut2ms6m]

I love the high heel shoe 😅

[@Karebare_fandom]

Both shoes are soooo cute however I do agree that the boots look amazing with teh first outfit. I think the second shoes would look good with the first outfit

[@antoniosnyder6192]

Those socks would match the moon and star shoes that come in Averys closet and you wouldn't have to worry about pesky lil laces

[@SallyCat84]

I bought her today at Target. The Walmart stores in my area are always delayed in getting new stuff. I think she may be my new favorite. I love her colors and her eyes are stunning. So, most dolls names for Rainbow High are usually associated with color names. I’m not sure about her name though.

[@kellyheroman2216]

Agree on the 2 hoodies…makes no sense to me either. I love the name though - her color is “orchid” and her last name is Vanda, which is a species of orchid. Very cool attention. Vandas are also native to Thailand and a few other Asian countries, which makes her being Asian even more likely.

[@monsterhigh66bratzillaz28]

Emi Vanda Vocal Power House Singer Songwriter And Actress

[@jeanieschmidt3781]

Second hoodie, first skirt, boots.

[@nekoboystoysanddolls]

I love her. She is my favorite alongside Daria. I'm still waiting for Series 3 to get released in Europe. I do hope it will be before my birthday but I doubt it. I honestly wish that had given her a real shoulder bag instead of it being just a stitched on thing. Also, why is she the only one not getting any accessories? Not even a bag. And she doesnt seem to have any extra clothing pieces either. And that is pretty sad. She is a beautiful doll and her second outfit is awesome. But they should have given her some accessories. Especially since (from what I've heard) she is supposed to have the alternative fashion style. Anyway, I loved the video. You are not too harsh imo. I agree with you. Rock On!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍🤘🏻👽🇸🇪

[@Crow29803]

I don’t like Emi but I see her neck fine. I hate her main fashion but her second is great. My favorites are mint and peach! Her eye do look crossed but that might just be the new face mold.

[@torymccord5617]

Ours is in the 2nd outfit with the boots. I prefer them over the shoes.

[@MyWorldMelissa]

Same!

[@jaciemosco77]

Emi is so cute i love her

[@curtiscounts9201]

I love the boots so. Cute

[@lyle-channel9511]

I love Emi the way she's dressed in her 2nd outfit. I can't really dig the embroidered Bag on her 1st hoodie. I've been telling everyone that this is RH's major flaw, providing doll's Hoodies like MOST OF THE TIME! (sorry, caps). There are LOT of Fashion Pieces, and they don't really always have to be hoodies. This line already has bags in it, so why not take it all the way? I think she'll be sorta RH's Japanese-coded character, that'll be awesome! Looking forward to having her and IF I DO, I might have to remove the embroidered Pearl Necklaces and the Purse! I think she's way better off with those. And I don't think that embroidered accessories were really a thing in the fashion industry? Anyways, to each of their own is still how you play and collect the dolls so, yeah.

[@shelleydavis8350]

When i bought emi n got her home, i realized the tie shoes were gone! The whole little box was gone! The horror! I dont know if i didnt notice when i put her into my cart or what. Anyway, ill buy another of her when i see one so i can get the tie shoes. But i do love the boots way more!🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤸‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@jodiannstrachan937]

I would tell the boot is the best

[@linphillips8331]

I didn't start getting tattoos until I was 55. It's true that the results are not as nice as they might have been when my skin was smoother and more supple, but I'm still happy I've got them. Maybe don't get tattooed on the most sun damaged parts of your body, i.e., forearms.