Effanbee Doll Club
Brenda Starr Reporter®
She's back, reporting news and making her own fashion headlines!!
Brenda Starr®, Reporter was created by Dale Messick to premier on June 30, 1940. The tempestuous and flamboyant redhead was always impeccably dressed and coifed as she traveled the globe on one exciting assignment after another for her newspaper, The Flash. Each adventure was filled with glamour, romance and intrigue as this remarkable heroine was perpetually torn between the demands of her career and the many loves of her personal life.
Brenda showed readers a new type of heroine as she fought, from the very first day on the job at The Flash, for her right to be treated as an equal. Always on the cutting edge of fashion, Brenda has a sleek and sexy style that conveys the allure and independence of a workingwoman at the top of her career.
Brenda is a 16" vinyl/hard plastic doll with jointed arms and legs, an exceptional wardrobe, painted eyes and rooted saran hair.
BS0400
Essential Brenda
Auburn Rooted Saran Hair
Basic Doll, Open Edition
$59.99
SOLD OUT
Brenda selects a princess seamed teddy as her favorite “under cover” basic. Crafted from crème satin and lace it is artfully designed to accentuate every curve! Brenda has her dark auburn hair in a softly pulled-back style, tied with a ribbon to match her basic black suede pumps.
BS1400
Par Excellence
Auburn Rooted Saran Hair
Dressed Doll, LE 1,500
$124.99
Requested to appear before the French Consulate, Brenda cannot resist dashing in to try on a delightful “chapeau” spotted in a chic Champs Élysées boutique. The Consulate General pronounces her insights (and her ensemble) “par excellence!” Her white crepe jacket is classically seamed, enhanced with bell sleeves and embellished with black embroidery. Faux foxtails accent the neckline while bow-trimmed pumps, pearl earrings, black gloves and a picture hat (and hatbox) complete this excellent ensemble.
BS1401
Shanghai Secret
Classic Red Rooted Saran Hair
Dressed Doll, LE 1,500
$149.99
On the trail of the missing Star Sapphire of Shanghai, Brenda invites Shanghai society to a grand soiree. Our Starr dazzles in her opulently embellished velvet coat layered over shimmering lame’ slacks and camisole; signature “Starr” jewelry and gilt sandals are the perfect finishing touches. Sending one Starr to locate another is great strategy and Brenda is victorious in bringing the thief to justice.
BS1402
Lunch at the Plaza
Strawberry Blonde Rooted Saran Hair
Dressed Doll, LE 1,500
$124.99
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Accepting a luncheon with her dear friend the Great Stage Actress, Brenda is drawn into a web of mystery as she learns of the disappearance of the Notable Leading Man. It will take all of her investigatory powers to ensure the show “goes on”. There is no mystery involved in being best dressed—Brenda wears a brocade sheath with cap sleeves and hand-beaded accents. A gathering of organza accents the hip line, and her perfectly coordinated shoes. A golden necklace and earrings, and a gold chain on her hand-beaded handbag keep our Starr twinkling!!
BS8400
Dinner at Eight
Outfit Only, LE 1,500
$69.99
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An invitation to dine “a la Starr” is very sought after, but Brenda finds herself (and her hors d’oeuvres) alone by the telephone when the Man of Mystery fails to make their date for dinner at eight. Brenda is exquisitely at ease in her washed sage jacquard dinner jacket and corded metallic slacks. Peridot and pearls are her jewels of choice; matching satin pumps and a pink scarf (to dab at a tear??) complete her ensemble. Her tray of hors d’oeuvres is ready share to with you.
BS8401
Royal Wedding
Outfit Only, LE 1,500
$79.99
After filing her report on the shocking abdication of the throne, Brenda joyfully attends the wedding of her dear friends the Duke and his Duchess. Layering chiffon over a matching underskirt, a favorite couturier fashions her gown of subtle simplicity, with beaded inset waist and a daring front slit neckline. Cream pearls, strappy sandals and a swath of chiffon for her shoulders—our Brenda is a vision among the dignitaries.
BS8402
Lilac Luxuries
Outfit Only, LE 1,500
$59.99
Brenda makes leisure an art—and she is a masterpiece in her lilac chiffon gown and matching quilted satin bed-jacket. Satin slippers set her on the path to sweet dreams.
BSA400
Bon Voyage Wardrobe Trunk
Accessory, open edition
$79.99
A status signature “BS” steamer trunk is just what a Starr Reporter needs to make certain she has everything she needs for every adventure. Travel stickers are included, to document her exciting travels.
Daphne Dimples® joined Brenda Starr® and the staff at the Flash in order to gain fame as a reporter in her own right. Accepting a position as an apprentice to Brenda, this heiress and the niece of Mr. Livwright is not one to take a second place to anyone, even a “Starr” reporter! The debut of Daphne Dimples® includes both basic and dressed dolls perfectly reflecting the style and savvy of this gorgeous platinum bombshell!
BD0400
Divinely Daphne
Basic Doll, open edition
$59.99
SOLD OUT
Sleek and sophisticated in a strapless black teddy, Daphne is ready to report that simplicity is always the best solution. Her black pumps are a wardrobe staple.
BD1400
Black & White Ball
Dressed Doll, LE 1,500
$169.99
SOLD OUT
Invited
to the Beaux Arts Ball, Daphne and Brenda have their gowns designed by
Brenda’s friend, couturier Christian. Brenda is set to dazzle in black,
while white is the color chosen for Daphne. As Brenda jets to Australia
after a lead, Daphne “borrows” Brenda’s gown and steals the spotlight in
strapless black velvet with silver scrollwork embroidery and clear sequins.
Her gauntlet style “half-sleeves” are equally lush with embroidery. Daphne
completes her ensemble with dazzling “diamonds” given to her by a Princely
admirer.
BD1401
Weekend in St. Moritz
Dressed Doll, LE 1,500
$124.99
SOLD OUT
Skiing is THE sport in St. Moritz, but Daphne always prefers the sport of shopping. Looking every bit the heiress, Daphne considers every window’s offering wearing a fitted chocolate suit lavished with faux leopard trim and accented with a bold matching leopard hat, coordinating shoes and bag. Looking great IS its own reward!
BD1402
City Sophisticate
Dressed Doll, LE 1,500
$149.99
SOLD OUT
Wearing a ruby red sheath with contrasting “V” inset and a matching swing coat with embroidered over-plaid, complimented by open toe pumps, button earrings and an artfully draped hat, Daphne proves she can make headlines as easily as report them!
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