Ruby Red Fashion Friends Doll Review

 Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Doll Review

We’ve put together the ultimate Resource Guide for Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ dolls. Be sure to leave a comment and tell us which of these cute new dolls is your favorite and why. We love them because they are so fun to pose! Interested in other dolls, check out our other Ultimate Resource Guides for A Girl For All Time®WellieWishers™, and Hearts For Hearts Girls® for more reviews and helpful tips. 

About Ruby Red Fashion Friends™

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ are a newly released line of doll that offers something for everyone. Doll collectors are thrilled to see the new faces designed by doll artist Dianna Effner. These dolls are also one of the most affordable dolls in the ball-jointed-doll (BJD) category. A more novice collector, or someone shopping for the perfect doll to gift to their daughter or granddaughter, may be drawn to the Ruby Red doll because of their sweet faces, fun-to-style hair, posable limbs, and their approachable size of 14.5-inches. 

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Doll Features

  • Approximately 14.5-inches tall (as stated on their website, but the range can be up to 15.5")
  • Hard vinyl limbs
  • High quality wigged hair
  • Posable ball jointed limbs, articulated at the head, elbow, knee, and hip
  • Painted and applied eyelashes

The Ultimate Pattern Collection for Ruby Red Fashion Friends™

Sewing Pattern Collection For Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Doll ClothesThe Pixie Faire Pattern Collection for Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ is growing nearly everyday! Some great patterns have already been released that are designed specifically to fit this great doll. The great thing about these dolls is that they can also wear the many of the clothing patterns designed for Wellies. As discussed in the section below, the RRFF is close in size to other 14-14.5-inch dolls such as WellieWishers™, so some patterns designed to fit WW are also a great fit for Ruby Red dolls as well. 

Sew Urban Ruffled Top Pattern For 14.5-inch DollsGet the Pattern: Shown above modeled by Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Bella, the Sew Urban ruffled top doll clothes PDF pattern will add a touch of femininity to her wardrobe! The cascading ruffles are the star of the show with this easy to sew design! This cute top can be made with or without sleeves and closes in the back with hook and loop tape. It can be made with a knit or woven fabric (floral top is a woven). This pattern is designed to also fit 14.5-inch dolls such as WellieWishers™ and Hearts For Hearts Girls®, and also fits Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ dolls without any alterations.

A few more patterns designed to fit Ruby Red Fashion Friends™...

Faux Button Jumper Pattern For RRFF Mackenzie Dress Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Pattern Plain Janes Shoe Pattern For Ruby Red Fashion Friends™

 Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Compared To Similar Dolls

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Compared To Similar Dolls

 

Customers have found that RRFF dolls vary slightly in height which is likely due to variation in how tightly their joints have been strung together, as they are a BJD (Ball Jointed Doll). The official height of the Ruby Red doll is 14.5-inches tall, but may vary to around 15-inches depending on the doll. The picture above demonstrates that our Ruby Red doll is about 1/2-inch taller than our 14.5-inch WellieWishers™ doll to her left. In the photo, all three dolls are wearing Gotchies from the 123 Mulberry St. pattern designed to fit 14 to 14.5-inch dolls, which demonstrates that while the dolls are all similar in size, there are some key differences in their proportions.  

Comparing the three dolls, the RRFF has the longest legs and arms, and a slightly wider waist and hip measurement. When sewing or buying clothes for the RRFF, it is helpful to know that knit tops or dresses designed to fit WellieWishers™ generally fit the RRFF because they have a bit of stretch. The only caveat is that long sleeves designed for a WW fit the RRFF more like a 3/4-length sleeve. Skirt hems will also fall a bit shorter on the RRFF, but are generally still an appropriate length for the doll depending on the design and length preference. More fitted garments made from non-stretch woven fabrics are more likely to have fit issues unless they are designed specifically to fit a Ruby Red doll. 

Wondering What Shoes Will Fit A Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Doll?

The Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ doll has a long narrow foot, with a tiny space in between her big toe second toe, allowing her to potentially wear flip flops! Yay! Although, her foot is a tiny bit longer than a Hearts for Hearts Girls doll, she can wear the HFHG shoes. We've tried on the little plastic flats that come with a HFHG doll and they fit great. We've also tried on the Liberty Jane Janes (designed for HFHG dolls with the Shape 2 sole) and they fit nicely.

The Ruby Red Fashion Friends doll pictured above is wearing, from left to right, The Genoa Jumper over the T-shirt with HFHG flats, The Sew Urban Ruffled Tee and LJ 14.5" Dolls Jeans (made with super stretchy upcycled denim) and the LJ Janes For HFHG dolls, and finally, the Karen Lorraine Lux Cardigan over the basic t-shirt and the Sew Urban Handkerchief Skirt (all designed originally for 14.5" WW dolls).

14.5-inch Doll Feet Shoe Size Comparison

As you can see in the photos above and below, the WellieWisher has a much shorter and wider foot so shoes designed for Wellies are very hard to get on, although we've managed to get a few on. The pink tennies in the first image of this post are sold by Sofia's and desiged to fit a Wellie. They are super snug, but work in a pinch.

The Shape 2 pre-cut shoe sole and the patterns designed to be made with that sole shape should fit the Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ doll. The sole measures 2.2" in length and the RRFF doll foot measures 2" from the heel to the tallest part.

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Character Names and Descriptions

These dolls can be purchased at several different websites, but not all are available at the same places.

FAO Swartz 

Ruby Red Fashion Friends (US website)

Ruby Red Toys (Hong Kong based website)

You can find a complete list of "Where to buy" links throughout the world on the Rubyredtoys.com website.

 

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ Hanna

Hanna -Think Happy Thoughts- believes in Rainbows, Unicorns and Joy to the World. She wants everyone to be deliriously happy. She is certain that anything is possible with a Can-Do attitude! Hanna wants to spread happiness through Dance …..When she and her Friends are dancing, they are able to rock the world in style!

Hanna features a dark wavy bob hairstyle and deep brown eyes.

She comes with her signature Think Happy Thoughts shirt, along with a cropped denim pagoda style fringed jacket, denim shorts , fishnet stockings, and pink fashion sneakers. Buy Hanna Now

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ KaylaKayla - Be Confident- believes in always being her best and doing her best and empowering her friends to do the same. She is always on the go and has not met a sport she did not like. From soccer to tennis to gymnastics, Kayla does it all with fierceness and style. Kayla always goes for the gold. After she and her friends graduate, Kayla wants to build a fashion empire. She wants to express herself on the field and off the field as a world fashion icon.

Kayla features a long, curly pop pony tail and brown eyes.

She has a ruffly pink tunic, the latest ankle length skinny jeans and white flats. Buy Kayla Now

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ SaraSara - Let your Light Shine- believes in kindness and helping her friends and others. She believes that by sharing her light, the world can be a better place. Sara is an aspiring Vet-shionista - She loves fashion, and she adores animals …so becoming a Vet-shionista when she graduates is perfect .

After she and her friends graduate ~ Sara will be sure to keep all animals in her care healthy and stylish !

Sara features very long blonde hair that comes well past her waist, with a long wrap around braid and she has light blue eyes.

Sara comes with her signature Let Your Light Shine shirt, along with her fabulous fashion denim jacket, the latest jeans, and floral sneakers. Buy Sara Now

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ BellaBella - Dream Big: Dream Big Bella believes in reaching for the Stars and following her heart. She is inspired by all of the beauty around her , and in inspiring others ! Bella is an aspiring Fashion Designer. After she and her friends graduate, she hopes to attend Fashion School in London and help each and every girl express herself through the power of individual expression.

Bella features very long highlighted auburn hair with 2 long braids. Note: Customers report that some Bella dolls have green eyes as shown in the listings, while others have lighter amber colored eyes.

She comes with her signature Dream Big shirt , along with her Fab denim vest , printed lace trim skirt and leggings , lace trim pink boots. Buy Bella Now

Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ MayaMaya - Always Be Kind- believes in magical moments with big splashes of sparkles and glitter, lots and lots of glitter! Maya is authentic and kind. She is always on top of the latest trends and most of the time starts her own! After she and her friends graduate, she wants to host a fashion blog and be a huge influencer that reflects her style and individuality.

 

Maya features a long brown curly hairstyle, with highlights, and light browns eyes.

Maya comes with her signature Always Be Kind t-shirt, along with a furry pink jacket and paper bag skirt, leggings and the latest flower sneakers. Buy Maya Now

ruby Red Fashion Friends™ StellaStella -Rock Star- believes in entertaining her friends and family through her electric personality and wicked sense of humor ~ She loves making people Laugh out Loud! She believes she is meant to be a star, and wants to use her imagination and creativity to bring her own style of music to the world. When she and her friends graduate, she wants to enter a reality singing contest, because she knows it is her destiny to win!

 Stella features long red hair with blonde highlights and celestial green eyes.

Stella comes with her signature Rock Star t-shirt, along with a blue star sweater, and embroidered jeans. Her boots sparkle and shine. Her double pom pom hat is all the rage! Buy Stella Now

MORE NEW DOLLS COMING SOON: Be sure to follow the RRFF for updates on their Instagram account. They post cute pictures of new dolls and limited edition dolls frequently!

 

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which Ruby Red Fashion Friends™ doll is your favorite! 

Thanks, everyone!

The Pixie Faire Team

 


100 Comments

Beth Watness
Beth Watness

May 07, 2020

I can’t decide between Hannah or Bella, which doll I like better. Hannah shares a name with one of my grandaughters and has a cute hair style, but Bella wants to be a fashion designer, like me.

Brittany
Brittany

May 07, 2020

I love them all but Bella would probably be my most favorite. My girl would love

Christie
Christie

May 07, 2020

They’re all so pretty! I never pick blonde dolls because blonde dolls are so common, but this time I have to. My favourite is Sara!

Cathy
Cathy

May 07, 2020

Sara looks like my granddaughters!

Beth Gardner
Beth Gardner

May 07, 2020

I have a 14 in ch doll and she needs a friend. These dolls would perfect. A great addition to my doll collection.

Debbie
Debbie

May 07, 2020

All of the dolls are so beautiful but if I have to narrow it down, Bella would be my favorite.

Valeri
Valeri

May 07, 2020

I love Sara and Bella ! All the faces have so much more character to them .

Teresa-Jo
Teresa-Jo

May 07, 2020

I am pleased that the dolls have ball jointed limbs and my favorite is Stella Rock Star

Colleen
Colleen

May 07, 2020

They are so cute and each doll has very special individual personalities. Wow, how to choose!? I’d like them all, but I’ll choose Hanna because it’s my niece’s name and Sara for her love for animals!

Laura T.
Laura T.

May 07, 2020

They are all very cute! My favorites would be Sara and Bella.

Karen
Karen

May 07, 2020

They are all adorable, but Sara is my favorite because she loves animals like my daughter does.

Kathy W
Kathy W

May 07, 2020

Bella has my heart. I love her smiling face and auburn hair. Indeed, I’m thinking of buying Bella today.

Michelle Hratchian
Michelle Hratchian

May 07, 2020

All the dolls are adorable, but I think Bella is my favorite. She has such a sweet and innocent face. Have to check her out.

Marilyn Lopez
Marilyn Lopez

May 07, 2020

All the dolls are beautiful. Choosing a favorite would be like choosing a favorite child.

Karen B.
Karen B.

May 07, 2020

I think Bella is the cutest thing ever.

Patricia T.
Patricia T.

May 07, 2020

These dolls are so darling! It’s hard to choose, but I think my favorite is Sara. I like her theme of “Let your light shine” she has such a beautiful smile!

Shirley
Shirley

May 07, 2020

Like all the dolls,but, Bella is my favorite though with her smile and beautifuleyes.

April
April

May 07, 2020

I LOVE Maya!!!!! She is adorable and would make a wonderful gift to a needy child where we live in El Paso. Many thanks for the give away.

Patti
Patti

May 07, 2020

These Ruby Red dolls are adorable. I like Bella the best because she wants to be a fashion designer.

Helena
Helena

May 07, 2020

These dolls are very cute! I love that they are posable and photogenic. All of them are nice, hard to tell which one is better. I love Hanna most, because of her name and hairstyle.

Heather
Heather

May 07, 2020

I like Hanna best but they are just all so sweet it’s hard to pick a favourite

AnnCP
AnnCP

May 07, 2020

I really like these dolls ability to bend and pose. Sara and Bella I love. Freckles win me over each time.

Laura
Laura

May 07, 2020

Perfect gift for a granddaughter. Stella has the prettiest color hair.

Dorothy N Reynolds
Dorothy N Reynolds

May 07, 2020

Pretty sure my granddaughter (Sophia) would love any – or all – of them, but I’m partial to Sara .. she has blonde hair like my Sophia. They are all beautiful.

Hannah
Hannah

May 07, 2020

I love Stella!!

Sandy
Sandy

May 07, 2020

Darling dolls! Thank you for the introduction.

I love Sara and Bella.

Jenni Rose
Jenni Rose

May 07, 2020

What a great giveaway! I read about these dolls online the other day and was wishing for one and now here is Pixie Faire coming through for me again! My favorite girl is Bella. Her sweet face and kind smile are adorable! However, it was very hard to pick just one favorite! All of the girls send such positive messages!

Cheryl
Cheryl

May 07, 2020

Hard choice, each one has its special qualities…but I had to chose between Sara and Stella and in the end the little red head, Stella won my heart!

Helen Meece
Helen Meece

May 07, 2020

I love Sara!

Christa
Christa

May 07, 2020

I have to say I like Hanna. Growing up all my Madame Alexander dolls had blond hair like me, so now the dark haired dolls appeal to me. Bella live up to her name though!

pamela
pamela

May 07, 2020

I love Sara, I have a daughter named Sarah who wanted to become a vet but was unable to due to health problems. She loves dolls! These are beautiful like the AGAT dolls!
Susan P.
Susan P.

May 07, 2020

Each of these dolls has a characteristic that reminds me of my childhood! So hard to form a preference.

Deanna
Deanna

May 07, 2020

I like Sara. She looks a lot like one of my daughters. So beautiful!

Patricia
Patricia

May 07, 2020

Hanna looks like my granddaughter Julia, who loves dolls and doll clothes.

Ann Hall
Ann Hall

May 07, 2020

Sara is my favorite because she looks like my granddaughter.

Grannie Frannie
Grannie Frannie

May 07, 2020

What a difficult decision; all dolls have such expression! Guess I’d finally choose Bella Dream Big. Depicts innocence and looking to the future.

Boris S.
Boris S.

May 07, 2020

Thank you for the giveaway! Hanna is my favorite. I like her hair and outfit the most.

Gaile
Gaile

May 07, 2020

Love Hannah and Bella. They are so sweet looking and would fit well with my Welli Wishers. They need some new friends.

CoraVee Caswell
CoraVee Caswell

May 07, 2020

I love the jointed dolls, I have every since I played with a bisque doll 70 years ago!

Nancy
Nancy

May 07, 2020

They are all beautiful dolls,but I chose Bella.

Toni Miller
Toni Miller

May 07, 2020

I think that all the dolls are gorgeous, but I have a special affinity for redheads and auburn haired dolls, so my first choice would be Bella. Hanna looks a lot like me as a child, though, so I love her in particular, too!

Ellie V.
Ellie V.

May 07, 2020

Thank you for the giveaway! Hanna and Bella are my favorite. I like Hanna’s cute bob and Bella’s long auburn hair.

Jane Mattick
Jane Mattick

May 07, 2020

Very cute dolls

Dorothy
Dorothy

May 07, 2020

How to people choose? I hope I get to know a little girl who would cherish these dolls.

Rose
Rose

May 07, 2020

They are all so beautiful, but Bella stole my heart!

Inga
Inga

May 07, 2020

Maya, Stella and Sara. Love all three! Very nice faces and body style.

Ellen S. Sedberry
Ellen S. Sedberry

May 07, 2020

Rock Star Stella is my favorite!

Janet
Janet

May 07, 2020

Hanna is my choice. I think I might order her right now!

Sharon
Sharon

May 07, 2020

I like the Sara let you light shine doll and Bella.

Kathey
Kathey

May 07, 2020

I would have to choose Bella

Claudia
Claudia

May 07, 2020

It’s really hard to choose. They are all beautiful ❤️. I would love one to dress up and it would be fun to make clothes for them

Mary
Mary

May 07, 2020

Bella is the one!

Mary
Mary

May 07, 2020

Love this size doll – so many patterns and friends!!!

Renee B
Renee B

May 07, 2020

Very pretty new dolls. I had not been aware of them till today. Hard to choose a favorite. Bella and Sarah and Stella grab my attention right off. I would love to win one for my collection.

Deidre M.
Deidre M.

May 07, 2020

I like Hanna and Bella. Hanna reminds me of my daughter when she was little, in her happy colorful attitude and with her brown eyes, bangs and a bob. Bella just has a very sweet, elfin looking face, and with her reddish hair, she’s a fairy tale princess brought to life.

Lizbeth
Lizbeth

May 07, 2020

I have always loved the beautiful faces created by Dianna Effner. I have to say tho..I love the face of Bella

Cindy
Cindy

May 07, 2020

These dolls are adorable! They all have such sweet faces, but I think Sara is my favorite.

Beth
Beth

May 07, 2020

They are so cute!

Amy Vandewalker
Amy Vandewalker

May 07, 2020

I just love Hannah! With her bob and love of rainbows. :-)

Kay
Kay

May 07, 2020

Ooh, I love these dolls! Sara and Bella are my favorites. If I had to choose, I would choose Bella!

Colleen
Colleen

May 07, 2020

Hanna is my favorite!

Tricia B
Tricia B

May 07, 2020

Such adorable faces and the perfect size!

Margaret Goodman
Margaret Goodman

May 07, 2020

I adore the Hanna doll!

Kay
Kay

May 07, 2020

Ooh, I love these dolls! I love Sara and Bella! If I had to choose, I would choose Bella!

Beth
Beth

May 07, 2020

I love them all…they are beautiful. But I’d say Bella reminds me of my daughters so that is my favorite.

Rebecca
Rebecca

May 07, 2020

I have a red headed grandaughter who would love this Red Headed doll

LINDAK
LINDAK

May 07, 2020

They are ALL adorable, but I Hanna is my favorite!

Linda N
Linda N

May 07, 2020

Oh my! I absolutely love these dolls. I am particularly fond of the cute red head since my mom was a red head and I am drawn to that. They are all adorable and would love winning one.

Michelle
Michelle

May 07, 2020

I first saw these dolls on Instagram. Then using search I investigated further but the price is a little out of my comfort zone so they have been put on a wish list when i get more financially secure. Now for my dilemma, i love red heads so Bella has always been a face. But now the are coming out with Stella another red head. I also like Hanna. She reminds me of a pixie fairy. Add a pair of wings and she will flowing in the wind.
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Jocelyne
Jocelyne

May 07, 2020

I like Sara because she reminds me of my grand daughter. She is kind , puts others first, helpful and loves small animals.

Pam
Pam

May 07, 2020

Bella is my favorite. She has such a twinkle in her eyes.

Kathy
Kathy

May 07, 2020

Wow! They are all so beautiful!!! I normally go with a redhead or brown hair,. But in this case Sara really speaks to me and I love the story line. Thank you Pixie Fairies.

Patricia
Patricia

May 07, 2020

I love the dolls. Where are they sold? I love all of them, but Bella is my favorite and my second favorite is Sara; but I also love Hanna and Stella.

Sparkle
Sparkle

May 07, 2020

Oh, I have trouble choosing one favorite! It’s more like a list for me: Sara, Bella, Maya and Stella. All very sweet dolls. Thanks for introducing us.

Barbara
Barbara

May 07, 2020

Hanna is adorable! All of them are. I love their sweet faces.

Inmaculada
Inmaculada

May 07, 2020

Tienen una cara tannnnn dulce. Pero me quedo con Bella :)

Betty
Betty

May 07, 2020

Really hard to choose, but Bella is my pick.

J.J. Goody
J.J. Goody

May 07, 2020

I like Bella.
Thank you!

Karen
Karen

May 07, 2020

I choose Bella as my favorite but they are all sweet.

Karen
Karen

May 07, 2020

I choose Bella as my favorite but they are all sweet.

Ginger Dykes
Ginger Dykes

May 07, 2020

While I love the longer hairstyles on Bella, Sara and Kayla, Hanna had me at unicorns. What a beauty she is.

Teddie Nunley
Teddie Nunley

May 07, 2020

These are so adorable! I thought I had all the dolls I needed ….. then I saw Bella! Everyone of them are cute but, Bella ‘spoke’ to me. I would love to win her but either way she will be mine soon.

Peggy Stuart
Peggy Stuart

May 07, 2020

I haven’t seen one of these dolls in person, but I know people who have them. They are very nice quality.

Patricia
Patricia

May 07, 2020

It’s hard to chose one, they are all beautiful. I have to say Bella is my favorite.

pat
pat

May 07, 2020

my favorite is Bella, she’s lovely!

Laura Ciampa
Laura Ciampa

May 07, 2020

I loved reading about these darling dolls! I haven’t seen them before and am smitten! I love the expression on their faces and the value qualities they model…especially kindness.

Helen
Helen

May 07, 2020

Such cute dolls! I love their sweet expressions and they have beautiful hair. My favorite is Bella.

Gretchen
Gretchen

May 07, 2020

Bella gets my vote as her coloring is closest to my granddaughter’s- Not many dolls have dark hair and bright blue eyes

Nancy C
Nancy C

May 07, 2020

I love all the joints she has.

Linda K
Linda K

May 07, 2020

I love Bella

Marilyn
Marilyn

May 07, 2020

I like Sara, she looks like my grand daughter-with her long blonde hair.

Suzi
Suzi

May 07, 2020

I love Bella and Maya. Thanks for all of the information on these new dolls and for the generous giveaway.

Julie Higgins
Julie Higgins

May 07, 2020

I love Bella, red hair and green eyes get me everytime!

Cynthia P
Cynthia P

May 07, 2020

Cute, Cute dolls! I would put Stella and Sara at the top of my list,then Bella. I am partial to green eyed dolls.

Marjorie
Marjorie

May 07, 2020

Ruby Red dolls are so pretty. My favorite is Bella-Dream Big. Love the color of her hair and the fact that she “Dreams Big”~~very inspirational. I, too, always dreamed of being a fashion designer.

sharon murk
sharon murk

May 07, 2020

so cute

Trish Roberts
Trish Roberts

May 07, 2020

Maya is my fav I love their toes

Angela
Angela

May 07, 2020

These are so pretty! Bella is my favorite. She reminds me of a really awesome friend. And her eyes have an extra sparkle to them.

Annette
Annette

May 07, 2020

Love these dolls. They are so cute. Different than all the others. Their faces are wonderful. I love them all. I am a tad partial to Ssra and Bella. I would be happy with any of them to tell you the truth. They are beautiful! Thank you Pixiefaire.

Susan
Susan

May 07, 2020

She is a pretty doll. She made me smile.

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