Safe clothes to avoid staining on Wm 155 DD

[Crixus117]

Hi everyone. I purchased a Wm 155 DD doll recently. I am new to doll ownership. I’ve been doing research, but information can be quite hard to come by on certain things, maybe I just suck at searching the forums still. I am wondering if anyone can point me in the direction of guides for what colors and materials specifically to use/avoid on tpe dolls. From what I gather, it’s best to stick to light colors such as white, grey, silver, light blue, and pink. I’m wondering if dark pink is a bad idea, as that can be closer to red. Also I hear leather is a bad idea, but is a faux leather (pu leather) bikini in pink or white a bad idea? Any pointers or already established threads you can point me to would be appreciated. Thanks.

[mathieu242]

In my experience, the newer the doll the more likely she will stain. You can minimize the effect that dark colors will have on her skin by hand washing all the clothes before she wears them. What I've noticed after nearly 2 years of having a WM TPE doll is that her skin seems to have built up a resistance to staining when exposed to most items. I try to minimize her outfits to mostly white/pink/blush colors just to be safe though.

You asked about PU leather items.. I've purchased a couple black PU strappy outfits from SHEIN and I will tell you that those items gave me the darkest stains after only 15 minutes or so of exposure.

[Arthur1960]

Hi there and congratulations on getting a WM155DD, one of my absolute favourite doll designs, I've got a couple myself and my number one tip for avoiding stains would be avoid any cheap darker coloured items as they will most likely stain and pu leather can be particularly bad. However it needn't be all whites and pale pinks as there are many better quality brands that sell colour fast clothing, ie it's been treated so that the darker colours won't run or transfer to tpe. Now it can be trial and error working out what works but I can tell you that Curvy Kate make lingerie and bra's etc that are fine and I think it's the UK28H bra that will fit your gal. See attached pic of my Sara wearing her favourite Curvy Kate bra, also if your gal has gel then a good bra is a must! Hope that helps

[SxDolled]

Hi Crixus, perhaps this article could give you a good starting foundation around avoiding staining: https://sxdolled.com/blogs/the-sxdolled ... -love-doll

[Crixus117]

Thanks for the replies everyone, that’s great info. Another question I have is in regards to storing the doll. I built a cabinet for her. Should I leave her standing on her feet with the head attached, or should install a rod and hang her instead?

[Tailor]

viewtopic.php?t=144498
This thread is one of more in-depth ones on the subject from what I remember.

[Treepusher]

A lot of my clothing has come from Shein and Temu. It’s cheap, questionable quality, tho for light use on dolls it seems sturdy enough. I don’t trust the stability of the dyes, so multiple washes or very limited time on the doll has been safe so far.

I also buy clothes for her at Macy’s. Excellent quality (all on clearance or ‘Last Act’ for pennies on the dollar), name brand stuff, and zero issues with staining no matter how long I leave her dressed.

You can also have your doll wear nylons/panty hose and a body suit under darker clothing to prevent staining.

[Digginthemdollz]

Most important info...acne cream is best tool to remove stains on tpe.

[shyted]

Congrats on the new doll!

The poster put a black bra inside bowel with mineral oil to get out most of the color.
Success in reducing clothes dye staining (TPE)

[Treepusher]

The poster put a black bra inside bowel with mineral oil to get out most of the color.
Success in reducing clothes dye staining (TPE)

That can’t have been fun…