Cardinal Cloak (RETIRED)
Feb 15, 2021 9:48:51 GMT -5
Post by chernayakoshka on Feb 15, 2021 9:48:51 GMT -5
Cloak: A+
This cloak is the epitome of something succeeding in being both simple and beautiful. It’s made of a red felt that’s heavy enough to hold its shape, but still has plenty of drape so Felicity (or Marya, in my case) can wear it easily as she goes about her day. The cape itself is made of two pieces of felt sewn together. Red ribbons tie the cloak around the doll. The hood is quite full, properly covering a doll’s head to give her appropriate cover from the elements. I’m a little unsure why there’s a gathered hole at the back of the hood, but I assume there’s a historical reason for it!
There’s a surprising amount of room in it once it’s on. Marya is wearing her colonial undergarments and it doesn’t seem to be affecting the fit at all. I do wish it was a little longer, but I also see the practicality of keeping it up and out of the slushy snow.
I’ll also add that the fabric of this thing attracts dust and (ahem) cat hair like nothing else. Hopefully Marya isn’t allergic.
All spread out.
The weird little hole in the back.
Look how big the hood is!
Good Value?
When it was available, this retailed for $18 and later $24, the same price as a dress. As much as I like this cloak, I don’t think I’d pay the same for it as I would a dress, however useful it is in Felicity’s stories. Maybe that’s just a personal thing. I got mine in a lot, so it was maybe $10 when divided out. I’m quite pleased with that, of course.
Overall: A+
I have the Mattel version of the cloak, and I’m very pleased with it. It gets a lot of use in Felicity’s stories and it’s clear that it’s meant to be a very practical, versatile piece of clothing. It looks lovely on Marya and I have no doubt that it would keep the weather – whether wind, rain, or snow – at bay. A must have, I think, for any Felicity collector…or someone who has another doll from that era.
The cloak looks nice and warm when closed...
Or it can be pushed back so the doll can use her hands. It looks nice either way!
This cloak is the epitome of something succeeding in being both simple and beautiful. It’s made of a red felt that’s heavy enough to hold its shape, but still has plenty of drape so Felicity (or Marya, in my case) can wear it easily as she goes about her day. The cape itself is made of two pieces of felt sewn together. Red ribbons tie the cloak around the doll. The hood is quite full, properly covering a doll’s head to give her appropriate cover from the elements. I’m a little unsure why there’s a gathered hole at the back of the hood, but I assume there’s a historical reason for it!
There’s a surprising amount of room in it once it’s on. Marya is wearing her colonial undergarments and it doesn’t seem to be affecting the fit at all. I do wish it was a little longer, but I also see the practicality of keeping it up and out of the slushy snow.
I’ll also add that the fabric of this thing attracts dust and (ahem) cat hair like nothing else. Hopefully Marya isn’t allergic.
All spread out.
The weird little hole in the back.
Look how big the hood is!
Good Value?
When it was available, this retailed for $18 and later $24, the same price as a dress. As much as I like this cloak, I don’t think I’d pay the same for it as I would a dress, however useful it is in Felicity’s stories. Maybe that’s just a personal thing. I got mine in a lot, so it was maybe $10 when divided out. I’m quite pleased with that, of course.
Overall: A+
I have the Mattel version of the cloak, and I’m very pleased with it. It gets a lot of use in Felicity’s stories and it’s clear that it’s meant to be a very practical, versatile piece of clothing. It looks lovely on Marya and I have no doubt that it would keep the weather – whether wind, rain, or snow – at bay. A must have, I think, for any Felicity collector…or someone who has another doll from that era.
The cloak looks nice and warm when closed...
Or it can be pushed back so the doll can use her hands. It looks nice either way!