| Totsy's "Jewel" and
Creata's "Rock Star" line seem to be the most similar/compatible with Jem
(they were made for 12 1/2" dolls, have the correct sized shoes & copy
elements of the box art).
Some of the companies here tried to have the best of both worlds, by copying Jem AND Barbie and the Rockers (Lace- had very "Jem" inspired clothes but made for Barbie's size) and the rest were more along the lines of Barbie knock-offs, even some Michael Jackson doll clothes knock-offs advertised to fit Jem a few years later! Further complicating things, are the JC Penney and Sears (and maybe more) Christmas catalogues that feature sets of "Jem" or "Rocker" sized clothes in bargain packs (none were made by Hasbro, Mattel or any other company listed here, as far as I know and are truly generic). By all means let me know if you have any information or photos that would pertain to this site. Totsy
Creata
Soma
Fashion Corner
Cititoy
Ja-Ru
Other Companies
Mystery Jem Wanna Be Stuff (likely from any or all of the above, but not specifically identified as of yet) c. 1986 |
| Totsy |
Jewel
c. 1986.
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| Super
Star Fashions
Made for the Michael Jackson doll, c. 1984. (I have not seen any for female dolls yet). They were not made for Jem or Rio, but later bore stickers with the Jewel image reading: "Made to fit 12 & 1/2" dolls: Jem, Jewel, Rio and the Misfits" to entice Jem or Jewel shoppers. Interestingly, if you lift up this sticker, it reads "Made to fit 12" Boy Dolls; Elvis, Ken, Michael Jackson."* ~_~ Some fashions came with only one glove, predictably. In a pink box, with 3 male rock stars graphic. They are all men's clothes. * This information and photo courtsey of Janice Super Star Accessories (Smaller, on bubble cards w/pink background, with 3 male rock stars graphic) |
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| Creata |
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Rock
Star
The Rockstar fashions were definitely meant to copy Jem. Fashions were packaged on very Jem-inspired cards, complete with palm-tree, pink to yellow background, stars designs and even women with bright hair posing in the outfit. Packaging reads: "Music Video Fashions for 12 & 1/2" dolls." These fashions also had Jem-sized shoes. I do not know if there was a doll made for these fashions, it's doubtful.
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| Lace
c. 1986.
The celebrity doll with fashion and fame. Sound familiar?
Lace is actually a Barbie sized doll that came in black or pink packaging
(more Barbie and the Rockers than Jem, in that respect). Pretty much all
I know about Lace, I've learned from this site, run by Nancy: Lace
Celebrity Doll with Fashion & Fame Be sure to check out the
2nd year fashions, and scroll down to see a drawing of a totally copied
Jem dress (one Hasbro never made!)
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| Fashion Corner/Lucky |
| Rock*Star
Doll & Fashions c. 1986.
Not related to the Creata fashions of the same name listed above. They come on bubble cards with hollow guitars, with the Rock Star logo written in rainbow lettering. They are Barbie sized in general (shoes, etc.) but the odd fashion can fit Jem and use similar/identical fabrics. There is also a Barbie-sized doll ("Rock Star", big surprise!) in the collection. Some items will fit Jem, others will not. Some of the pieces do have tags in them and others not. Those that do have a rabbit on the tag just like on the packaging itself and Lucky IND. CO. LTD. All I know about these are from the back of the cards (shown right) and what Sonia has told me :) Listing of Fashions Picture #1 Picture #2 Picture #3
Shown Right- Various Jem-ish pieces from the line.
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| Citytoy (1985, 1987) |
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Rock 'N Video
Super Star 1985
Set of 6 curly-haired blonde dolls with two fashions, at least according to the back of the box (personally I've seen two: the green fashion one, and the gold fashion one in the back). Notice the one wearing pants like Roxy's, as well as the one in the back with the 1st edition Jem dress in different colours/fabrics. This outfit later came on a three-doll gift pack called "Kelly Gift Set", shown left (thanks Caleb for this photo and information). Green Outfit Doll, close up of face Thanks to Monica for the photos of the Rock 'N Video doll. |
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| Ja-Ru c. 1986 |
| Pam/Jackie/Smash Hits Pop Star
I am not sure if Ja-Ru is responsible for all of these dolls, but they are definitely the manufacturer/distributor name on the Jackie-marked packages. So far the distinguishing characteristics are that they all have blue/pink two toned hair and a star on the cheek. It would not surprise me if there were different hair colours/make up out there, I have yet to see any though. The Smash Hits Pop Star doll was likely sold only in Europe &/or the UK. Thanks to Monica for this photo. |
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| Various Other Knock-Offs |
| LA
Gear Rock Band
Apparently there were fashions for males and females. Look fairly Jem. Bubble packs on card. Some (maybe all?) pieces are tagged LA Gear, which makes them easier to identify. Hollywood Video Magic 12" Boy Fashions |
| Jemie
Barbie-sized knock-off doll, except the name/logo is completely ripped off from Jem. They are 11 1/2". Close up of face. I have also seen a blond one. The clothes tend to be pretty bland, not very rock-starish. There is no date or licensing information on the package. Thanks to Monica for the photos! |
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| Rainbow
Sax
Dated 1987, made by Cheng Ching Toys: Very Jem inspired packaging! Thanks to Tara Anderlich for the photo and information!
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| JC
Penney (1986): Like Sears,
had an assortment of Jem sized knock-off fashions, apparently made by Totsy,
as one of their "Jewel" line fashions is shown in
the second set of fashions.
Liz Pemberton's page so far has compiled the best source of photos of these knock offs.
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Mystery
Jem Wanna-Be stuff
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