Is it a good idea to get a $450 doll if it's gonna be your first?

Unfortunately the only dolls I really want are gonna be really expensive, over $700 at the end of the day. But they're what I want, and I cant see myself settling for a cheaper doll when I know I'm still going to be pining over the more expensive one. The investment wont be worth it then. So follow your heart and get what you want, and you wont regret it.

 

Seriosuly get the doll u want to get its about how u think and feel about it I mean I have thought about going for something cheaper but u know u see the right one when u see it and I just go for it. or whine about it if its a limited one.

 

You'll likely be happier in the long run if you buy the doll you really want, instead of compromising on a cheaper sculpt. My first boy was also my most expensive, and I still adore him and am glad I saved up for him!

 

Buy the doll you really want. There's nothing like your first doll, so spend as much as you want!

 

My first doll was over $500. The price tag really wasn't of concern to me, as long as I got one I wanted, and I'd suggest you do the same. there's no point in spending a huge sum of money on something you're iffy on, even if it's less than 400. You're still dishing out a good chunk of change.

 

If he/she is the one you love, go for it! You'll regret it if you end up getting a cheaper doll that you realize you don't love as much. Plus, when you get them, they will be worth every penny.

 

I vote for buying what you love, not what is cheaper. I've not yet ordered her, but my first doll will be $427. This does not include a wig or any clothes. :P

You may regret buying a cheaper doll you don't love. My thinking is that if your going to spend big money on an item (be it a BJD or whatever) you might as well get what you really want. Why spend $200 and then regret it later?

 

When I finally bought my first doll, it was one of the little 1/6. I loved many bigger (and more expensive) dolls, but I wanted to make a weird little fairy for my first doll (still in the making, I'm afraid ). I've got a SD now and I'm waiting for another one, but I plan to buy more 1/6 in the future, I like them, even if they're plastic... But one of my friends bought two MSD for a starter.

If you like the big dolls, buy them. It's you who is going to love or hate them. If you like and can afford them, buy them. If you've got to work for it it will taste even better when you finally open the box!

 

Get the doll you love.
If it feels right, and you do love the doll, then go for it! More power to you!

 

There's nothing wrong with trying to stay within a budget. However, if it's between a more expensive doll that you absolutely love and a less expensive doll that you're really not excited about, it's probably better to spend the extra money. I don't really think there is any particular price range or doll that's a good place to start -- it's really up to what the individual likes and feels will be the best doll for them. For some people starting out spending less creates a more comfortable and relaxed first experience, for others there are very specific dolls that they really really want so shelling out the extra cash works better for them.

I did go for a mini to start with, as I wasn't comfortable shelling out the money for an SD at the time. However, I also had found several mini sculpts that were in my price range that I really did like, so the decision to start off less expensively was made a lot easier. It might've been a different story if I hadn't liked the minis out there. At the time I started out, the normal price of an SD was $500-600, and minis were around $300 -- there weren't the less expensive option that there are now.

 

I agree with most people, get the one you really love. Yes I know that's a lot but you will always regret not getting the one you really wanted. If your still not sure, you can keep looking around and there are some great seconnhand dolls on the maketplace for much cheaper.

 

The price didnt matter for me then cause I loved Kotoris sculpt and she was the FIRST absolute first doll I saw that I wanted. I'm a believer in getting the sculpt you really want rather then settling for cheaper and winding up disappointed.

 

Save. get the sculpt you want. otherwise you'll spend more money on another doll you don't really like and then your "dream" doll becomes that much more exspensive.

Maybe as idea, think of which size doll you want, and buy the outfits, eyes and wigs for it, so you have something tangible in your hands, something to hold you to saving up for the doll you really want. Does that make sense? Lol hope so.

Good Luck , and make sure all other priorities are being taken care of first as well
Of course I'm sure you know this

 

if it's the one you love best, then yes it's a good idea ;D

 

My first doll was over $600 and it was a very good choice, but don't overspend your budget if you have one. Remember that you get quality for your money in most cases, so it's worth the money. Still, if you have a budget and you overspend, you may get into trouble or have to scrape to get by which may reflect badly on how you look at your new doll. If you are going to spend a lot of money on a doll, it should make you happy instead of make you suffer.

 

Actually, no, I didn't really think about the pricing and what would be for the best. I knew I wanted to get my first BJD really badly and I didn't really find any other dolls that just screamed "ADOPT ME!" I actually thought about getting the less expensive dolls first and then work my way up to the most expensive. But in truth, the next doll I want I love him to death! And sadly he's limited so only a certain amount are made and then I have to wait another 3 months.
I actually think it's best to get the dolls you DO want over the price. Especially if you're new to the hobby.

 

How did you decide how expensive the first doll should be, and if it wasn't an issue do you think it matters what size the first doll should be?

Expense. It depends on the person. If you are responsible and save up money, you can buy whatever you want. If you think you can't handle the price of a more expensive doll and would damage it or spend too much money that you can't afford, then buy something less expensive. But to ME, if someone is buying any doll over $100, it is still a fair amount of money and you'd still need to treat it well and not damage it (as in, know what you're doing when you try a faceup or mods or in just handling it), and if you can't afford it, $100 is still a lot of money to spend.

I have a friend whose daughter is saving up her money for a Volks, which are not cheap. Her mother believes that if that is what she really wants and if she can save up her own money to buy it, then she should be able to do it. I think it is healthy for someone to learn to save up money to buy something they really want. And to understand that they won't have that money to buy other things unless they save up for those things, too.

Cheaper BJDs are not all that much cheaper.

Whey buy something you do not like so much if you are still spending hundreds of dollars? Why not save up for what you like?

And if you need to buy clothes and wigs, just save up for that, too. If it takes time and effort, then you know that it is worth it, at least, rather than spending money on something you don't like so much, just to have ANY bjd!

SIZE--is also up to you. You need to really think about what you want and make sure you have reasons for spending money on something that is expensive and a luxury. Think about all the pros and cons and if you can't make a decision, then don't buy anything until you are really sure. (Or... maybe buy something to try it out and maybe sell it later, but I think that's a waste of time and money. It's best to be as sure as possible first!)

Have you handled dolls of various sizes? Have you seen clothing and wigs that are available for those sizes, and other dolls you might wish for in the future that will go with those dolls (if you are planning on such things, anyway)?

Good luck in making up your mind. Take suggestions from people here, but really, it's up to what you want to spend your money on!

[My first was sd-sized and $600 or so. I totally fell in love when I saw him and I still love him.]

 

My first resin doll was a Soom Sard... enough said lol. I did however start with 2 dollfies and an Obitsu Gretel before I took the plunge. Kind of eased myself into BJDs. Buy what you like. The money doesn't matter as long as it is a doll that you really love.

 

I went from Pinky St. figures straight to a Volks One-Off SD13 girl. Don't worry about things like "your first doll should cost ___" or "your first doll should be a ____ size" or "____ is a good company for beginners" because if any of that was True and not Opinion, there wouldn't be such a variety out there in general! It is all just personal preference, so get whatever it is you like best. If it doesn't work out, oh well!

 

My first doll was was my Soom Corvi. He was the /exact/ sculpt that I wanted to fit his character. My thought is that if you get what you really want...even if it takes a little more time to get there...you'll be happier.