I would like to purchase a vintage blonde Skipper doll. Does anyone have any tips for me. What should I be looking for. I do not want to spend my $ on a reproduction.
Hi Lorelei - First I would recommend that you visit the Vintage Skipper page to familiarize youself with the vintage characteristics and markings of the doll. It is possible to acquire a Skipper in excellent condition at a reasonable price. The better the condition, the higher the price - so you will have to decide your price range - as they are available at every price point. The first thing you will want to check is her face paint - it should be intact with little to minimal "rubs" (or missing paint). Next is her hair - Skipper should have long, straight, silky, shiny hair. However, if her hair is uncut it is easy to restore to a "factory mint look" with a gentle shampoo and a Downy (fabric softener) rinse! Finally, Skipper's original headband was brass and can cause the same greening as on some vintage Barbie doll's ears from earrings at her temples - so you want to check and make sure there is no green and that the doll has never been treated for green. Or if there is that you are aware of it, OK with it and the price is adjusted accordingly. If you want to have the doll's original outfit and accessories, you will have to decide if you will only purchase a doll that includes them, or if you are willing to purchase them separately. To get an idea of the pricing, you can browse completed listings on ebay. Good luck with your search! Suzanne
