Dolly Parton’s history with dolls dates back to childhood.
The first song Partonever wrote, “Little Tiny Tassel Top,” was inspired by a doll her mother made for her from a corn cob, complete with corn silk hair. Now, that childhood connection has come full circle with a new collection of limited-edition Dolly Parton dolls celebrating the entertainer’s signature style and legacy.
Created in partnership with collectible fashion doll company Integrity Toys, the first three “Dolly Dolls” are being released in connection with Parton’s new Life of Many Colors Museum, which celebrates her career, philanthropy and decades of memorable fashion.
The project had been in development for more than a year and was personally important to Parton and her team. In recently released behind-the-scenes footage from the museum project, Parton can be seen joking and playing with one of the dolls.
The collection also continues a long history of dolls inspired by Parton dating back to the 1970s.
Each of the new 12-inch, 1:6-scale dolls features a poseable vinyl body and clothing based on outfits from Parton’s personal fashion archive, including looks displayed at the Life of Many Colors Museum. The dolls also feature makeup inspired by products from Parton’s Dolly Beauty line.
The Dreamin’ in Gingham Dolly Doll, limited to 2,000 pieces and priced at $165, features a gingham-and-denim-inspired look with embroidered roses, jewelry, shoes and a rhinestone-covered guitar modeled after one Parton has played onstage.
The World on Fire Dolly Doll, also limited to 2,000 pieces, is priced at $175. Its look was inspired by Parton’s appearance at the 2023 ACM Awards and includes rhinestone-embellished pants, a detailed zip-front top, faux-leather capelet and a removable oversized skirt featuring a world map design. The doll also comes with a microphone stand, detachable wireless microphone, jewelry and shoes.
The most limited of the three is the Diamond in a Rhinestone World Museum-Exclusive Dolly Doll, with only 1,200 available. Priced at $185, the doll wears a rhinestone-covered white suit modeled after one of Parton’s outfits displayed inside the museum. Accessories include a miniature version of Parton’s butterfly necklace, sparkling shoes and an embellished electric guitar.
The Dreamin’ in Gingham and World on Fire dolls are available in limited quantities through the Life of Many Colors Museum online store and at the museum’s retail shop.
The Diamond in a Rhinestone World doll is available exclusively to visitors shopping in person at the museum.
Fans and collectors can also sign up for updates about future releases and sold-out dolls through Integrity Toys’ Dolly Dolls notification list.
Originally planned as a celebration of Parton’s life, the collection now carries added significance as a tribute to her legacy, bringing together her music, fashion and the childhood story that began with a simple corn cob doll. Find more information here.
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