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Title: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: Matcha on May 05, 2019, 08:55:59 AM
I'm trying to buy hair for my first custom, what dollyhair colors would be a good match for her? I'd like her hair to match the rainbow on her wings and I've been having trouble matching the colors without seeing them in real life. If mlp hair was sold at the upcoming Pony Fair I might pick up hair there instead :)

Pink: Tea rose? (might be too warm) Candy Kiss? (cool pink, but probably too dark)
Yellow: Lemonade?
Green: Unlucky Clover? Spearmint?
Purple: Hyacinth? Mulberry Crush? Twilight? Luscious Lilac? Brambleberry?
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Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: gemini_pony on May 05, 2019, 08:34:29 PM
I'm no help but that is the most beautiful design
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: freezestime on May 05, 2019, 09:16:11 PM
I'm no help but that is the most beautiful design

I agree whole heartedly! I love pastels and magical, whimsical stuff!

Post Merge: May 05, 2019, 09:40:59 PM

Add: I think Lemonade might be a tad too dark/pigmented in comparison to your pick. But I don't see many other colours that would match, it might be a good idea to mix 2?
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: gemini_pony on May 06, 2019, 12:48:05 AM
Maybe search etsy for a better yellow?
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: pandabear_chan on May 06, 2019, 01:23:03 AM
Look at https://www.mylittlecustoms.co.uk/NYLON_Hair/cat635041_2410614.aspx (https://www.mylittlecustoms.co.uk/NYLON_Hair/cat635041_2410614.aspx) - there are all the DH colors in real life and sometimes even used on dolls so you can see them better.

Do you plan her wings to be colored like Ringlet the Rainbow Curl Pony? She has the same wing colors like your design - just a tad lighter in my opinion.

Btw did you check out RetroDolls UK for a good color? Since you are in the UK...

In case yours is darker I'd suggest

pink: Ballet Slipper Nylon (retrodolls UK)
yellow: Lemon Drop Nylon (retrodolls UK)
green: Spearmint Nylon (retrodolls UK)
purple: Brambleberry (DH) or Orchid Nylon (retrodolls UK)
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: Matcha on May 06, 2019, 04:35:41 AM
I'm no help but that is the most beautiful design

I agree whole heartedly! I love pastels and magical, whimsical stuff!

Post Merge: May 05, 2019, 09:40:59 PM

Add: I think Lemonade might be a tad too dark/pigmented in comparison to your pick. But I don't see many other colours that would match, it might be a good idea to mix 2?
Aw thank you both for the compliment <3
I think a blend might look a little out of place if the rest of the colors are solid, but I will look into it!

Look at https://www.mylittlecustoms.co.uk/NYLON_Hair/cat635041_2410614.aspx (https://www.mylittlecustoms.co.uk/NYLON_Hair/cat635041_2410614.aspx) - there are all the DH colors in real life and sometimes even used on dolls so you can see them better.

Do you plan her wings to be colored like Ringlet the Rainbow Curl Pony? She has the same wing colors like your design - just a tad lighter in my opinion.

Btw did you check out RetroDolls UK for a good color? Since you are in the UK...

In case yours is darker I'd suggest

pink: Ballet Slipper Nylon (retrodolls UK)
yellow: Lemon Drop Nylon (retrodolls UK)
green: Spearmint Nylon (retrodolls UK)
purple: Brambleberry (DH) or Orchid Nylon (retrodolls UK)
She's inspired by Ringlet, her wings have a slightly cooler pink, mint instead of aqua and a warmer shade of purple!
I was going to order from Dollyhair since I'm going to the states for a few months, but those colors you picked on Retrodolls are perfect and I think I will try to order those before I leave! Lemondrop is out of stock, but I'll order Lemon Meringue instead probably. Thanks!
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: pandabear_chan on May 07, 2019, 12:18:22 AM
She's inspired by Ringlet, her wings have a slightly cooler pink, mint instead of aqua and a warmer shade of purple!
I was going to order from Dollyhair since I'm going to the states for a few months, but those colors you picked on Retrodolls are perfect and I think I will try to order those before I leave! Lemondrop is out of stock, but I'll order Lemon Meringue instead probably. Thanks!

Ah see that's where you got your idea for the custom from ;). Great you like my color suggestions. Excited when your pony come to life. 

Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: pinkkittywinks on May 07, 2019, 03:40:06 PM
I don't think I could do better than some of the suggestions that have been made already in this thread. I would by a hank of a few different colours and have a play :)

Love pkw xxx
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: pandabear_chan on May 08, 2019, 12:00:55 AM
In case you need colors from dollyhair (but not a whole hank) when being in the US, you might think about their half hank option. That way you can play with more colors for the same amount of money.
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: Matcha on May 08, 2019, 06:43:47 AM
In case you need colors from dollyhair (but not a whole hank) when being in the US, you might think about their half hank option. That way you can play with more colors for the same amount of money.
Had no idea they offer a half hank, I probably missed that option when I was looking at the site!
The hair has arrived from retrodolls uk incredibly fast, the colors are absolutely spot on! Really excited to rehair her :)
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Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: bright rabbit 1 on May 08, 2019, 06:47:23 AM
Can’t wait to see her finished
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: pandabear_chan on May 09, 2019, 12:25:32 AM
The hair looks awesome - she'll become a great pony!
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: gemini_pony on May 09, 2019, 12:37:13 AM
Oh I can't wait to see her finished
Title: Re: Dollyhair match help?
Post by: Minty_Magic on May 09, 2019, 03:28:24 AM
Oh my gosh, she is so cute! The colors you chose look perfect! I'm excited to see her finished! :)
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