Fullset or not?

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
Well my first doll was not a fullset and my second is. So I guess it doesn't really matter to me.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
I liked the outfit that came with the fullset and I had plan on getting a company faceup so It seemed practical. I already have plans to change the outfit a bit and have ordered her a new wig.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
I have both so I'm open to both.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
Well personally my first doll was the basic with face-up, and while my second doll is a full set I plan on using some of the pieces for another doll. I think it all depends on what you intend to do with the doll. Mine are characters for stories so I have a preset notion of what they need to be/look like and usually fullsets don't fit that mold.

 

I dont buy full sets becouse i like to personalize my dolls and make them my own thing a person that gets a fullste might just like the doll or is whanting a quick and easy doll to buy put the clothes and wig on and then sit the doll on a shlf or photograph it i thinl its better not to geta fullset bht thats my opinion

 

1. I prefer basic sets.
2. Although I find fullsets to be incredibly beautiful, I'm usually shopping for the doll not necessarily for special parts or limited clothing. I also find it expensive and extensive for what I'm looking for.
3. I would definately consider a full set. The clothing and special extras are always stunning. perhaps when I save up a bit more and find a full set with a doll I want i will indulge, until then its all back to basics.
4. for beginners I would advise against only because of the expense. However if they (or anyone) find a full set they love and have the money for it; its not a bad way to start off. I just prefer to focus more on my personal vision of the doll I want so its easier to customize with the basic sets. Can't say I don't desperately wish to own a full set one day myself though

Overall i have nothing against full sets, they're just not what I'm looking for right now.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
Arra, my DZ Aurora, I purchased as a fullset... but she's the only one.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
I only got Arra as a fullset because it pushed the total cost into the required range to qualify for a free Deer Boy. And being a Texan baseball dork I felt the need to name an antlered boy Ian. (omg tiny jersey so cuuuuute! >w<)

In general I prefer to make clothes for my dolls rather than order them. It helps with the bonding process. Besides, Fullsets most often strike me as pre-made characters. I like a little more creative freedom than that.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Maybe if there was an accessory I couldn't make myself--armor, or a hat or sword or something--that wasn't available separately, I might get another fullset. Or if there was another free gift I really wanted to qualify for.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
If you don't like sewing, go for the fullset. If something about the outfit or accessory speaks to the character you have in mind for the doll, knock yourself out. If it's the only way to get a set of eyes/horns/feet, definitely go for it.
If you like the challenge of the extra work involved in a DIY job, it's VERY fulfilling to start with a basic and deck them out in the finest you can put together.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not? Fullset

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal?
First timer. So it's just easy for me, just to get used to it first. Plus fullsets usually are limited ^^

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast? Despite prefer fullset, I'm actually getting just the basic, and sourcing clothes, accessories etc from many different places.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
I for one would recommend first timer to get a full set. Again, for introduction into it. Though this is more suitable for people who don't have specific character in mind

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?'
It bought two full set dolls. One was was my first doll and second was a limited edition doll. For the most part I don't buy full set dolls.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
This is will run a little into in questions four, but the reason I bought my first doll as a full set is because I was worried about the fit of clothes, and I wasn't sure if I could get the wig I wanted right away. I knew that I wanted face up on my doll because I had no talent for 3D art. And I didn't trust some from the board to do face up.

But...it didn't fit all right. I end up replacing all the clothes and wigs.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
I would either really. If the full set was at a good price and I would buy it. I can always sell the parts that I don't need or want. I just don't want to spend $100 - $300 plus for items that I am going to sit on for a couple of months to sell.

It mostly depends on where the seller or company is, price, and how easy it is to get clothes, wigs and other items for the doll. Dolls like Volks are the standard (or at least where) I would know that I could easily find items that could fit those dolls. So I am a less likely to buy a full set because I know that find good quality clothes and wigs from other sources.

But other companies that I have non standard bodies, I might be more likely to buy a full set from. Like Soom Mini Gems, or Bobobie Isabella. Because I know that at least the companies clothes will fit when properly and they will be okay quality.

Another reason I might buy a full set is for some special item or skin tone. Like I want a tan doll and it's part of a limited edition run. I might as well get the outfit too.

That being said, unless it is the "prefect" doll and 100% how I want it, I will normally not buy it directly from a doll company. I rather wait until it comes up on the second hand market in my country. Just because of wait times and customs.

On the other hand, the basic doll, I always want face up. And that isn't always included. That affects my what I buy and how much I am willing to pay for it. Because always in the back of my mind I am doing math. I am going "Well, I have going to have ship to a face up artist that $25-50 plus shipping both ways. Then clothes, shoes, wigs ect."

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
It all depends on the person. Like my friend who got me into the hobby was much more willing to try face ups and try to make clothes for her dolls that I was. She felt far more comfortable with her dolls that I did. So a basic set would have be wonderful for her. That what I would have to recommended to her.

For me the full set I was good decision for the first doll. I didn't want to be worried about clothes or wigs. I just wanted one of those pretty dolls.

But as a general rule, I would suggest the basic doll with faceup for most people new to the hobby. But I should also suggest that while they saving up for the doll or waiting the doll that they buy some clothes and wigs. So that when the doll comes that you can see what style suits your doll the best. Or start playing with your doll already. Add the price to clothes, wigs and eyes to the doll savings just like you would with a full set.So I full set might be $725 but when you buy the basic set, you have to save $522 (doll) + $40.00 (faceup) + $109.9 (Dollheart dress) + $34.9 (shoes) + $25.9 = $732.70.

Also, it depends how you see your dolls. I seen other debate threads about reasons for buying dolls. If it's all about the hobby or making a character there is no reason to buy a full set doll. You are going to end up mod it or doing major changes to it. It's just not worth it. But if it going to collection piece (or an investment) I can see buying a full set.

There's also a gray area, where you are you going to play with your doll? If so how? If you like to just take photos of your doll, then a default faceup could be fine. (As long as the company has a default faceup that you can live with.) Or you might want something different to make it more your character. To maybe you just need a bunch of outfits to make your doll worthwhile to you because you find joy in that. Maybe you are more worried about posing because you have roleplays or photo shoots with other dolls and you don't want to knock them over in that case, the doll itself matter the most.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
In a word, yes XD

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
I only own one doll at the moment, a Special Clare from Minaru World. There were a couple of reasons I ordered her as a full set.
1) I'm not in the least artistic and really don't think I could give a doll a decent face-up.
2) I loved the outfit she came with as much as I loved the doll.
3) I thought it would be wiser to get a full-set first just to see what the doll was like before I considered getting and "incomplete set" (if that's what it's called XD).

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Once I'm a bit more experienced in dolls and the best places to buy clothes and wigs and the such, perhaps even start making clothes myself, I probably won't buy full-sets. However, I will always get face-ups because, as I said, I don't think I'd do a very good job doing them myself.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
I'm not really in a position to give anyone advice on this hobby ^^; However, I certainly found it safer and easier to order a full-set for my first doll. I think it's something you really have to know what you're doing with before you can start getting basic dolls. At least that's the impression I get.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
I intend to buy most of my dolls as basic, but I have 1 full set & am getting my first Resin doll as a full set (unless I can scrape the money up for Iplehouse Dexter, cause I MUST have that hat & coat...).

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
I'm wanting a full set just for the patterns & because its my first doll. However, I sew (done costuming forever) so don't need to spend the money on clothing. I want to try my hand at face ups - we will see how well that comes out.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Something like, again, that Iplehouse Dexter, has things offered that are hard to find (the gun, etc) so makes sense to buy the full set if you've got the money.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
I don't know about the full set but getting a face-up on the first doll seems reasonable - as an on-hand example.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
Definitely not a fullset person.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
Usually it doesn't match the character I plan for the doll.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
I would buy a fullset if it would, by a really strange coincidence, match the character - that was evoked in my mind by the doll's sculpt or existed previously. Usually it doesn't match, though.


4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
I would not give any advice in this case, because it really is a personal preference and depends on one's plans for the doll.

 

(I'll merge question 1&2) 1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not? 2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
I suppose it would depend on the doll...
The first time I saw a doll I really wanted, it was a full-set. A little Hujoo girl. But she was sold out and I ordered just the base, a similar wig and a similar outfit with the intention to copy her... But in the end she didn't end up at all like the character on the website! Well, a little, in such a way the character was a cute little girl with pink hair and so is mine... But she looks less sweety-shy than she was supposed to, and I am SO GLAD she did NOT end up exactly the same! She' s much better this way! So now I'm kind of reluctant about full sets, as I know that I probably would be happier creating my own character.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Interesting... Right now I am a basic-enthousiast... I suppose it would depend on the brand (some brands have really outragious full-sets) and how "full-set" the full set actually is :P I probably could go for a clothed, face-upped and wigged doll... But not for the "we have his whole background already thought out for you"-kind.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
Hmmm... I suppose full-sets might be a good idea for starters, especially when you're not too much of a handyman yourself and don't know any people nearby who might want to do face-ups for you, or are a bit scared to send your doll off to be modified to someone you never met...
But then again I would advise someone to take in at least one "naked" doll at some point, to see what creating your own character is like. Maybe you run into the perfect full-set character for you, but I find it hard to believe that it wouldn't feel much better and more suitable to your personality to create your own doll.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
I have bought a few fullsets, but mostly I prefer basics including no face ups.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
I liked many of the things about the fullset is why I bought them, however I no longer own any complete fullsets. I usually sell off what I don't want later.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Can't really answer as I already buy both.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
Fullsets are in my opinion always more expensive and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone if they didn't like over %85 of the stuff in it.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
I usually avoid looking at fullsets unless they are already sold out and out of my reach, at least without some marketplace digging. I will probably never buy a fullset secondhand, although I'd buy a unique sculpt I wanted secondhand. That said, I did actually buy a fullset for my first doll. If I have the means at the time (which I did!) and absolutely love all of the pieces, I don't see why not.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
For me, I don't plan on shelling any existing characters, ever. So it's not a case of fitting perfectly. I bought my fullset because he and all of his things were inspiring to me and had me thinking up new things I wanted to make for him. I often see fullsets that I love and find very beautiful and with a well-put-together concept... but there isn't that spark of inspiration for me. I don't feel like adding on.

I do worry about lack of originality, because I want to feel like he's mine, but I fell in love with him exactly the way he was in the pictures - skin tone, faceup, hair, clothes, everything. I'll change his eyes and he'll get a different hairstyle sometimes, but in the same color. I have decided to look at it as one aspect of him - the fullset, everything on, perfectly expresses his character, yes, which some may find to be not very creative. But I'm going to make outfits and things for him that also express his character. He'll just get to switch back and forth between them, with his fullset like any other item bought or made for him. He's still mine, even if he's considered unoriginal.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
I would definitely buy either. I'm a lot less likely to buy a basic, admittedly, because it's the limited nature that spurs me into action (hence my not buying a doll after 4 years, until now), but there are sculpts that I return to repeatedly, that I will buy in basic form someday unless, out of the blue, the company happens to produce a fullset for them that works for me.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
I think it's entirely up to them, and depends on how they interact with their dolls. If they want to customize a lot and need to change things to bond with the doll, a fullset may not be the most cost effective choice for them, but heck, maybe they also really liked a particular piece, that's their decision. As long as they're well-informed, I don't think it's right to advise someone to start with a basic because it's 'safer' when they know they want a fullset. But maybe they do want to start with a basic - up to them.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?

I don't have a preference, really. I have some fullsets and other times I'll avoid them.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.

If I like all the items, I'll buy the fullset. If I don't, I won't buy it just to have a fullset.

Being original or not is something I don't care about. I just go for things I like, whether a thousand others have the same thing or not.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?

Yes. I'm open to every kind of combination--as long as I get something I like.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?

With some dolls that are odd sized and don't have a lot of items available for them, I really appreciate having a full-set, since the doll is complete out of the box, as it were, and I'm not hunting about for things to complete it. I've purchased most of my fullsets for tiny anthros. I don't mind keeping them in their fullset clothes because I REALLY liked the clothes to begin with, and because it's a bit of a pain to find stuff I like for them anyway.

So, yes, in some cases, a fullset makes things easier.

With dolls that have lots of options available--even if I adore the fullset and have bought it--I won't keep them JUST in the fullset. I'll treat it as just another outfit.

SO--would I advise getting a fullset? It comes down to whether a person likes the look for their doll or not, doesn't it? That's what bjds are best at--being what the buyer wants them to be. So, if they like the fullset, go for it. If they don't, then sell the rest off if they have to buy it, or just opt to buy what they want. The companies are often wise to this and often offer the doll and the bits of items of a fullset all separately.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?

I prefer basics (with faceup though, I don't dare to attempt one myself yet)

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.

In the case of the one doll I've ordered so far, I didn't like the fullset accessories. Plus I enjoy customization.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?

Yes I would, if I like the look of it.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?

I think getting a basic would usually be cheaper and offer more options for personalization, but if the fullset is a perfect fit for what the owner has in mind then they should go for it!

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?

My first doll was a fullset because at that time I didn't want to spend money buying from different manufacturers because of the high shipping prices and I wanted to have all the basic components. Since then, I've been buying basics and customizing them. I'm not against fullsets and understand that sometimes the accessories and stuff included would fit perfectly to your vision of that doll.

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.

I think for someone who is buying their first doll it can be easier to buy a fullset. At first I was confused whether products from certain companies would fit my doll and ended up buying all the wigs, eyes, clothes etc. from the same company I purchased my doll. But once you get into the hobby you see all the possibilities can can truly create your own characters.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?

Yes I would consider both.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?

I think getting a fullset would be easier for the first time bjd buyer overall unless you have a very specific character in mind.

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
It depends on whether or not the fullset appeals to me. I love that doll but I hate the wig. I love the clothes. I don't like the accessories. Depending on what it comes with, I might splurge for the fullset or not. My DOD H. Ducan I bought with the faceup, clothes, and wig...because I liked all of them. And really, I would have probably bought him a similar outfit anyway, so why not just do it together? With my LUTS boy...well, I don't think they offered him as a fullset ^^;. And my B&G Nailo was limited so...yeah I got the fullset. It came with nice clothes (and an extra set oAo) and special hands *shot* The Ringdoll Petter I want I want it fullset, because you get a lot for the price. But there are dolls I've looked at, that I would buy, that I wouldn't want fullsets...

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain.
Because I liked the stuff they came with, they were similar to things I might buy anyway, and it made sense to just buy the fullset. With my Bory, I don't think they offered it.

3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Of course. Like I said, if they doll itself appeals to me but it's apparel/faceup does not, then I'd not get the fullset

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
I think people should just do what they feel is right. Sometimes people are more comfortable building their doll up, sometimes they'd rather just get the thing in one go. Just go with your gut

 

1. Are you the type who prefers to buy fullsets or not?
Completely depends on the fullset and also if I think it is worth the asking price. I bought my Iplehouse Claude fullset because I loved it; the concept, the clothes, the wig...just everything was perfect about it. I don't buy fullsets regularly though because of the expense so they have to be super special for me to get them!

2. Why do you do it/why not? Did it just happen to "fit all the way"? Or do you think it's unoriginal? Please explain
In the case of Claude, I knew I would not find clothes like his elsewhere and they were just perfect for him. Everything clicked and just suited him perfectly; his character pretty much wrote himself and it was in part thanks to his fullset. Other times it's more like they've just thrown clothes on the doll that don't work so perhaps I'll just like the wig etc. or only get the face-up.
It may also be that I don't think the asking price is worth it either; a shapeless load of material isn't going to make me part with $100+.


3. Think of it the other way 'round - would you consider a fullset even if you've never bought one before/would you get a basic (or even hybrid) even though you're the fullset enthusiast?
Of course! At the end of the day, it's all about the doll! If the fullset compliments said doll then I'll get it, if not, then I'll just get the doll.

4. Another question. No matter what you personal preference is, what do you think of the general aspect - do you consider it easier, cheaper, safer ect. for someone to get their doll right starting with a fullset or just the basic? Would you advise someone to or against? Or does it depend on [insert reason]?
Always do what feels right to you though I would perhaps recommend a fullset in the case of a first doll simply because you'll have the clothes, the face-up, the wig etc to get you started and you won't have a naked blank doll lying around depressing you (been there, done that.)

 

I for one am not typically a full-set person. Unless what the doll comes with is amazing and affordable then maybe i'll consider to get the full-set, but I like the customization part of getting a BJD

I think that it's unoriginal, because everyone who bought that specific doll with that outfit has the exact same thing as you and it's really not using the wonderful opportunity of being able to make your doll how you want it.

If the doll was A: affordable B: a great full-set C: will fit in with my character. If it doesn't have those things then I don't see wasting my money on something that I don't really think will fit in with my character.

 

Clothing does come OFF.
You can buy a fullset and then split up all the outfit pieces to your other dolls, or only use parts of it on this doll, or mix-and-match them with your other clothing pieces, or just put away the outfit never to be worn. It's part of the customization.
How on earth is it 'unoriginal' to purchase a doll that's wearing an outfit, and then customize it when it arrives?