Hello carol ~ I am another one who has been anxiously awaiting Hue! I'm going to move this to the Larger Doll Sub Forum, though, as it's not News. Thanks!
oh thank u! he looks so great. the body looks amazing. this is a doll i too have been waiting so long to see made available. dollstown bodys are really wonderful each new body type gets more interesting. last i heard from the site is there could be two male heads coming out at the same time. each morning dollstown is my first stop after checking emails. it shouldn't be long, isn't he next in line for introduction?
We don't actually *know* yet. XD. Basically, it's just a bunch of cronies (like myself) waiting on the progress pictures and a tentative release date. I personally estimate that, solely by my own speculation and by judging on how fast he's going (keep in mind that Dollstown might have already finished him, but might not have put pictures up yet, although that's incredibly unlikely) Hue will be here like, what? Originally, three months ago, I was aiming June/July, but now, I'm thinking mid to late September. That's not even an educated guess though. So mostly, it's just us waiting around watching paint dry, unless someone wants to send Dollstown an inquiry into our rather large, sexy friend?
he is rather sexy isn't he!can't wait to see him painted and wigged. and i am most excited about what they might do with the knee joint.
Oh, me too! Especially isnce Dollstown is known for all those wonderful, really posable, REALLY flexible bodies! God damn you, Hue! Come out of hiding already.
I'd love it to be soon, but I definitely figure it won't be until after June is over at the earliest. I just love his body and I hope the well built (muscular) arms stick around with the finished Hue.
I'm sure the arms will stay. Dollstown has osme pretty unique bodies and so far they've seemed keen to keep most of thier original designs. :3. Besides, I see no reason why the muscle would be lost. It's sexy. :3. Spoiled is right. XD.
I'm waiting for him too. I won't get the boy doll I want if I can't get the dollstown boy body for him.. there's just no other 60cm boy bodies I like.
I wouldn't be holding my breath I WAS, but I saw this on the english order board "the progress of my work" section It seems to have been posted on the 2nd of june... although I hope koreans use australian style dates and it was actually the 6th of february ^^
There was *just* an inquiry on the Dollstown site, and NEW photgraphs of Hue are promised this weekend, with the prototype doll now expected in a few months... so we will see...
I'm looking forward to their progress. I'm also glad he won't be released for a while, I'm kinda tapped. Does anyone know much about Dollstown releases? I'd be thinking about buying a white Hue if he turns out to be a doll that suits, from what I can tell they release them in one skin tone...and eventually, sometimes release them in two other tones? Is there much rhyme and reason? (I'm doubly wondering because I keep looking at their pictures of Soph as well.)
I too have been waiting for the release of this boy, mostly because I am curious. From the black and white pictures Dollstown provided, he looks like a male version of Estella. I probably would have pined for him if I didn't already have an Estella boy teehee.^^
First let me chant the "No More Dolls This Year" sutra. *ohmmmm nononononono* I've been checking the site but I've yet to see new pictures or any hint of an update. I guess when they said "new pictures this weekend", they meant "new pictures next month." If he's released in white skin I'll be doomed a little.
I don't think they have plans to release in white skin. Only normal skin and maybe in a 'darker' normal, as they feel white and pinky white are too delicate for such a masculine boy.
Hue was supposed to be finished a few weeks back, but the company that is actually doing the reproduction is really jerking around Dollstown. So they have no idea when its going to actually be finished.
It seems in [thread=101601]this News thread[/thread] that Hue will be available in all three skin tones which will make matching heads and bodies with other BJDs easier. I haven't even seen a Dollstown doll in person yet, so I don't know how their different tones compare. I really want to see him as a whole doll!!!
One thing about Dollstown I've noticed (I have a Seola) is the texture of the resin is unlike any other I have seen (it's reallllly hard to paint on- the paint beads up on it and you have to keep doing layers). Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love my doll, but the resin is different. It's almost like it's super smooth and glassy. {{also anxiously waiting Hue!!!}}
I believe that is only refering to when they get the inhouse resin reproduction set up in 3 to 6 months time. It means you'll basically be able to request any body and any head in the three skin tones and it'll take a mouth to produce.
Christy, you have good taste. And thanks so much for the skintone updates, guys. Now *I'm* excited. Hue. Is. Love.
I just checked the Dollstown site tonight, it seems Hue is up! News thread: http://denofangels.com/forums/showthread.php?t=104592 What does everyone think of him?? His body is beautifully sculpted, in my opinion. I am soooo gonna get me one of those!
Holy back muscles Batman! The body sculpt is incredibly realistic, seems to pose well, smooth joins between all the limbs and a nice 64cm tall. The heft in his legs reminds me of my Omicron. I do wish they'd show him without his wig on (it's distracting) and from all angles. From some angles he floors me and from others he seems eerily fishy. I'd love to give him a face-up!!! Are his teeth removeable plates? They look like they are. And most important to me...he's available in normal skin and white!!! Huzzah!!!
Haha, I didn't want to comment on the wig but I agree with you completely. I would love some bald pics. I asked about the teeth plates, he comes with one option (upper teeth & tongue), and I believe it is removable just like estella's. I think Dollstown dolls have that fishy look when pictures are taken from below, but from other angles they look ok. You've just gotta avoid those up-the-nose shots. I'm sure more pictures are to come!
The more I look at this one, the more I like him. The body sculpt pleases me greatly, although the butt is almost too perfect. I love the vertebrae. Holy cr*p. I really love the vertebrae. I'm a little iffy on the teeth, and there is something a little funny to my eyes about the wideness of his mouth, but he looks like such a wonderful strung-out problem child that I want to take him home immediately. <pause> Oh...did I say that with my outside voice?
OMG...I have been waiting for sooo long for this boy! I have been holding off purchasing any other boy. I think he is AB FAB...... Must have him now! My Dollstown family is growing. I am totally addicted to Dollstown! Kathy (xen)
I have a freind who made Estrella into a boy, he's quite lovely... And they do loook alike. I don't know if it's the makeup but he look like he's been partying too much ^^;; Probably the make up. I wanted to rip that wig off too... Maybe another wig would be in order?... I love the body, very nice scult and he;s got a nice little b... ::AHEM:: he's noce sculpt. I hope they make another head mold that boy body should be exploited more =9 Is it hard to order from them?
Anybody wanna split an order? I REALLY REALLY don't want the Hue head but it looks like its the only way to get the body.
Holy crap, he is incredible. This is by far the most beautiful and realistic looking doll I've ever seen... and his expression is perfectly haunting. I only wish he was just a bit smaller. Then I could make him Karl's new, more mature shell.
You know, to be honest - that adorable Estella boy was the first thing that came to my mind when I saw Hue!!! And the second thing was, since I already have a lovely Estella here: Wouldn't it be great if another headmold was to follow Hue upon that delicious body??? I know there was talk of a second boy head created by An Jong Hak simultaneously, but he said something about only one of them being reproduced for the body...
Aww, really? I was waiting out in hopes the 2nd head might have a closed mouth, cause I'm not a huge fan of Hue's teeth. Surely the 2nd boy head would be for the body as well...it would be weird if it wasn't...
Hmmm...yeah, the mouth isn't really my thing....it looks like he may start drooling a bit. Plus his ankles are shaped kinda big...like the transition from his leg to his foot is off...but I do like the body! Dang though, I wish his mouth was closed....
The face sculpt looks like Estella, doesn't it? Looks like a younger than age 15 face...but that could just be the lighting or the face-up. I'm always amazed by how much the age on the Dollstown dolls can be changed with face-up, I have a very mature-looking Bandi.
St. James said the same thing to me about the drooling!XP He does have that one especially vacant looking picture, I think it's too much Vicodin. The ankles don't bother me as long as they provide enough support for those meaty looking legs. Most of my boys wear boots, Kyuuya has to wear tight lace-ups or his ankles fall out from under him. I'm not sure about the mouth either, that's where I get the eery fish look from. Could we ask about this second head and if it will be a closed mouth?
Haha, I've asked too many questions lately on the board, but if someone else asked if there will be a closed-mouth boy head that would be awesome.
LOL!! Vicodin! Yep yep!! Really though, I'll reserve judgement for true until I start seeing owner's pix, but I think I'll pass on him....however I KNOW his poseability is probaby awesome, knowing Dollstown... So....did I appease you little bit of the blasphemy, Splynterhayde? Sorry dahling, but the mouth....just not sure...are you getting him?? Can't wait to see pix at any rate!! Edit: Ah!! Just saw the notice about the 2nd head...this may be interesting.....
Once I see this second head I'll decide if I'm getting a new boy for the new year! It's kind of a difficult descision for me, if I do get Hue (I wonder if he other head is also Hue?) he'll replace one of my other dolls and take their name. It's leaving me feeling torn.
*dies* S-so awesome....!! Must...have...doll... Aaagh. I should kick myself. I really thought I'd talked myself out of this bjd phase, except for looking at other people's dolls now and then. But this doll makes me want to own one. x__x I agree about the mouth, though. I like Dollstown's style, but in this case I'd prefer the mouth be at least a little more closed. Tomorrow, tomorrow...
new pics are up in the gallery! I knew he would look better with closed teeth...it's too bad he ain't coming with any.
Ooh, it is a closed-mouth Hue! named Mui! He has lucille's lips! http://dollstown.com/zboard/view.ph...n&sc=on&&select_arrange=headnum&desc=asc&no=2
I honestly like both heads. I'm leaning more to the open mouth. The closed mouth's bottom lip looks a bit too big in proportion to the uper lip but then again I could change my mind once I see owners pics.
I agree ArcanMuse, after seeing the closed-mouth option I like the open mouth head better (but with closed teeth). If the lips weren't so big I would probably think differently...oh well! And after the horrible experience of trying to sand down my Lishe's lips to make them smaller...I'm never doing that again to a doll ever
i was so excited to get him months ago but it took so long i got some other boys that i am just lovin. he is nice but i don't think i will be getting him. dollstown does make a very nice body i have to say.sure he will sell out in a heartbeat.
Hmmmm I waited so long for this guy! I really like the open mouth Hue but I have Estella a did not plan on having a "twin" brother for her! So I have ordered a Mui. I will plan the face-up for him? Could be very interesting? Kathy (xen)
Can't wait to see your new boy, Xen. Of course he'll fit in with your DT girls but I think he'll fit in well with your Namu, too.
I just ordered a Mui! I have to see how things go when he gets here, but it looks like he's going to be my new Nathan. As much as I love my SP Kill_U head I haven't been able to find a body of the right height and musculature that also matches the skin tone. Nathan is dead, long live Nathan. I think the SP Kill_U head will become somebody else...let's see what happens.
I can't believe this, I ordered a Hue! I managed to get him with the closed-teeth option, I think that looks slightly better...less drooly, haha.
*dies of hot overload* That BODY! The only thing I don't like are his cankles... But you can't have everything, and his upper torso is... *fans self* I can't BELIEVE I'm so broke just when he comes out. This totally sucks. XD Maybe I'll delay Edan's body even longer and get a Mui instead... *wicked grin* I'm a bad doll owner... X3 But he is SO HOT. Guuuuh. He's calling to me. It isn't fair. VERTEBRAE. Have such a thing for 'em... Oh my...
I agree the ankles are big, but, don't people put shoes on their boys? Surely shoes will cover them. Unless people have like an ankle fetish and the ankles must be bare at ALL TIMES. Haha ...I'm not ranting I just don't think it's something to worry about.