Second Tribute of the season, and a brand new one - Mark Gong! This isn't a brand or designer I've heard of so it's fun to discover something new. I really like the look of the advertising, the background is interesting and I think the looks shown highlight a nice variety in style of the pieces along with being on current trends, let's get into it!
The store has the typical 3 floors with a total of 15 looks to choose from and several pieces available for both female and male dolls. Overall I think this looks like a pretty good release, there's a mix of colours and fabrics and I think most of the pieces look super versatile. There's definitely something for everyone in this collection.
The accessories: there are 7 pairs of shoes in the release, with the majority being boots. I do quite like the country vibes of the Black Embroidered Boots, they have a very nice style, however I do have some very similar pairs already. The Brown High Embroidered Boots are also quite tempting, but the super high and super loose fit makes me feel a little undecided about them - I've also not seen anyone style these yet, so perhaps that might help me decide on them. However the heels in this release are very nice, I like both the Leopard Print Pumps and Black Velvet Pumps. Lovely design, really nice fit on the doll and just all-round super wearable shoes, these are a fab inclusion in the store. For bags there are 8 to choose from, and they cover a wide range of styles. I adore the Burgundy Embroidered Leather Bag, not only does it have an amazing colour but I love the slouched style and the hand-held clutch design to it, and I think this will be a very popular choice. The 3d Rose Print Minibag and Fringe Embroidered Clutch are very versatile pieces both in black and both with quite a small size. There are some other pieces available too. I really wanted to like the Mark Gong Orange and Blue Lense Sunglasses because I think the coloured lenses are great, but the overall shape of them is quite specific and not one that I prefer, but I look forward to seeing others wear these. Interestingly there are no jewellery items in this release. There are 3 belts in the store which I think are all well designed and versatile, the Thin Brown Leather Belt, Markgong Black Belt and the Black Leather Belts. All very similar in style and I think all will be equally popular, I personally prefer the single belts vs the layered ones, but luckily the style is close in all the options so I don't feel I'm missing out in terms of vibes or design.
Onto the clothing: in the first floor I'm totally drawn in by the burgundy! The Burgundy Leather Coat is completely stunning, such a great fit on the doll and I love the straight-cut design as well as the sheen on the colour. I can see this being very popular and I already have lots of ideas for wearing it. I like that burgundy is also available in another fabric in the Burgundy Curly Fur Coat, so tempted by this one because it looks both cosy and stylish, and it also looks great on the doll. The lace and floral pieces on this floor are also stand out. I love the look of the White Lace Minidress, the black lace on white base looks great and the design is super cute, the double straps are especially a nice touch. The same print is also available in the Embroidered White Corset which also looks fab, I like the modern design to the corset as well and I think this will make for some really fun looks. On the corset theme is also the Black Lace Corset which has a fab design, love the rounded top and peplum hem a lot and I think the black looks fab. The Gold Embroidered Midi Skirt also caught my eye, I love a midi length and this one is such a beautiful standout colour and I've not seen many others like it. The second floor brings a lot of black base pieces. The Black Leather Pants are fabulous, they have such a great shape and fit on the doll, a perfect high waist, a straight leg fit and a great sheen. Also in leather in the Black Layered Skirt, this is a nice over the knee style and I really like the trim design on the hem plus the twirl effect it has, this could make some really nice and fun stylings. The Black Blazer Dress is also stunning, love this one in real life and love it for our dolls too^ The pocket and button details look great and I really like the length on this one, plus the long sleeves. On this floor I also really like the Grey Embroidered Jacket, Grey Embroidered Corset Top and the Grey White Fringes Skirt outfit, I think it's super fun and stylish. The embroidery detail is so pretty and I think there's some good versatile styling options for these pieces individually. The third and final floor is definitely more street-style with more mixed designs on offer - for me it's not as good as the first two floors. The Brown Leather Fringe Pants look quite fun and I love the fringe detail, however I'd want these to be more slim fitting on the doll as the wide fit isn't quite what I'm looking for. But the brown colour is great. However keeping on the brown theme I really like the co-ord of the Sheer Embroidered Brown Shirt and Skirt, love the mix of black detailing on the brown fabric and the sheer look works well for it. These are again pieces that I think will also work well separately and will be great layering pieces.
T S L T O P P I C K S
Burgundy Embroidered Leather Bag | Black Leather Pants | Burgundy Leather Coat
F E A T U R E S
First up Bianca.Vos wearing the Black Layered Skirt and I love this look for it, I think it's a perfect styling and looks so sleek! This shirt with the white cuffs is a great balance, along with the white top beneath the corset, they help highlight the lace trim to the skirt and lighten the look a lot. Also loving the combination of this bag with the skirt, such a good pairing^
Second up is Fergaysson styling the Layered Sheer Dress, a piece I'm really loving, and one that is super versatile as highlighted in this look. This skirt is fantastic on top of the dress, I love the off-centre buttoning and it looks great with the ruching on the body of the dress. Super glam accessories added here, love the fur and the sheen of the shoes and the bag, plus beautiful delicate silver jewellery - also perfect with the Parisian interior =)
Next up is fraternite in a light vintage styling with the White Lace Midi Skirt - this is a piece I couldn't really imagine styling and this outfit completely makes me rethink it, it looks fabulous =D The layering is perfect for it and totally highlights the pretty floral design, and the same thing with the sweet tights, this is perfect for them as I looked at them and really was struggling, but this is genius for them. The jacket is great against the lace and I love these vintage feels^
A darker styling now from hopesolobeauty with both the Burgundy Leather Coat and Messy Luggage Bag - so much love for this coat of course, and I'm all for an all-burgundy styling with it! Especially loving this velvet lace trim top and the belt here, small touches but ones that I do think stand out nicely. Also adoring these glasses with the coat, perfect in colour, design and style. The green additions, taken from the detail on the bag are fantastic too, the little scarf and the earrings are perfect final touches for the look!
Another dark look and totally bringing out a different vibe from the release is LadyStez styling up the Brown Leather Fringe Pants and Brown Leather Belts, such fun pieces and honestly I thought I'd see more of these items being styled. The pair are great together and I think the lace is a great addition to the leather, love a contrast like this yet the dark colour of the lace is such a perfect choice. I like that the rest of the additions are minimal, the focus is firmly on these new items^
And last but not least, a perfect Spring transitional look from Mery.- wearing the Olive Leather Skirt and Gold Embroidered Midi Skirt layered together, perfect idea and I love the belted look of the olive below the gold^ My first notice was how perfect these sheeny gold tights are with the skirt, so so great and perfect against the sheen placement on the skirt. I also love these shoes, and this outfit made me go buy them because they look fabulous in their own right as well as in this outfit! The cropped red sweater is a fun choice, it catches the eye and the length draws your attention down to the skirt - love the choice =D







































