I’m Kayla. I test gear and toys for a living. Yes, even this. I bought a silicone fantasy doll with elf ears from Starpery (166 cm, adult body, standing feet, shrugging shoulders). For anyone who wants to window-shop the full lineup, the Starpery dolls catalog lays out sizes, heads, and material choices in one tidy place. I paid my own cash. I used it at home, with and without my partner, for a full month. Let me explain what felt great, what bugged me, and what I had to learn the hard way.
And you know what? Some parts were magic. Some parts were not cute at all.
The Unbox: Big, Heavy, And Kinda Scary
The crate came on a rainy Friday. It took two of us to move it. The doll weighs about 70 pounds. Not wild, but not light either. I used a lifting strap like we use for our washer. That saved my back.
In the box:
- Wig, comb, and spare eyes
- A soft blanket, gloves, and a small bulb for cleaning
- Standing bolts already in the feet
- A neck hook (M16) for hanging
Smell check? Light silicone smell for two days, then it faded. Not sweet. Not gross. Just “factory.”
First Touch: Soft, Cool, A Bit Unreal… But Close
Skin feel: cool at first, then warm with a throw blanket in 30 minutes. The silicone is smooth, with light texture. Not sticky.
Body style: curvy but fit. Gel chest feels plush. Hips feel firm. Fingers are jointed, which looks great in photos. But the fingers can poke if you bend them fast. Slow hands win here. Hunting for a thicker hip-to-waist ratio? My 90-day test of a Latina-style silicone doll dives into how extra curves shift weight and realism.
Joints: tight out the box. Hips and knees held a pose. Shoulders can shrug (they call it an EVO frame). The neck squeaked a little till I added a tiny drop of sewing machine oil at the bolt. After that, quiet.
My Role-Play Nights (Real Examples)
I didn’t want to just set her on a chair and say “cool.” So I ran three different scenes. All adult, all safe. No shock value. Just fun. Cosplay lovers who lean toward pop-idol blues can check out my no-adult-content review of a blue idol cosplay doll to see how a splash of neon changes the mood.
1) Forest Scout and Thief
I put on a green cloak. I gave her the brown wig and a thin leather headband under her elf ears. I set soft, warm light by the bed and turned on some woodsy sound effects on my phone. Then I posed her like she was guarding a path—one knee up, chin high, bow prop in hand.
We didn’t rush. I played out lines, like, “You caught me—now what?” I sat close and brushed her hair. The eyes move by hand, so I set them to look slightly left. It made her feel present. I know she’s a doll. But eye angle matters.
What worked: holding a pose for photos; the ears are cute; the shrug shoulders sell the mood.
What bugged me: fingers can look stiff if you don’t tweak each one; the wig tangles fast.
2) The Vampire Queen
Black bob wig. Dark red lips. Silk robe. I lit fake candles and used a tiny fog machine from our Halloween box (yeah, I’m extra). I leaned her back on a pile of pillows and shaped her hands like she was calling me closer.
This one felt dramatic. I kept it slow. Lots of touch, lots of breath. No rush. The silicone chest has a soft sink when you lean in. It felt… cozy? Odd word for a vampire, but true.
What worked: high drama, great photos, the face looked real in low light.
What bugged me: knees loosened a bit by week three; I had to hold the leg while posing. Some helpful maintenance hacks, like how to retighten loose joints, can be found in this detailed DollForum discussion.
3) Co-Op With My Partner
We tried a “two plus one” vibe. We swapped to the long silver wig and an elf dress from Etsy. My partner set her on the edge of the bed, feet planted (standing bolts help). We took turns posing her arms for comfort. We used lots of water-based lube and towels and kept the pace easy.
There was a very funny moment: her wrist flopped mid-hug, and we both cracked up. Mood stayed light, and the laughter helped. Honest truth—this doll won’t steal the show unless you let it. It’s more like a prop that boosts a scene. And for us, that was great. For couples exploring gender play, my honest notes on living with a transgender sex doll for three months cover what dynamics felt fresh and what needed tweaking. If your curiosity ever stretches from fantasy dolls to the thrill of authentic human chemistry, consider browsing the discreet listings at One Night Affair’s Braintree trans escort directory — there you’ll find verified profiles, clear boundaries, and savvy safety guidance that make arranging a respectful, real-world encounter feel far less daunting.
Care And Feeding (Not Cute, But Key)
This part matters, or things go bad fast.
- Warm-up: throw blanket or a low heat pad for 20–30 minutes. Cold silicone is no fun.
- Lube: only water-based. Oil or silicone lube can damage parts.
- Cleaning: bulb rinse with warm water and a mild foam wash. Pat dry with a microfiber towel. I use a small drying stick for one hour. Then a dusting of cornstarch so the skin doesn’t grab.
- Hair: wigs tangle. I spray a tiny bit of wig detangler and use a wide comb.
- Clothes: dark dye can stain. I wash new clothes first or start with white. If I get a stain, I leave 10% acne cream on TPE. On silicone, I use a silicone-safe stain remover very slowly. Test a hidden spot first.
- Storage: I hang her by the neck hook in a closet with a soft robe. Feet off the floor. No sun.
Is it work? Yep. Like owning a fancy camera or boots. You clean it. You care for it. That’s the deal. On the flip side, if nurturing vibes speak to you, you might glance at my plain-spoken review of pregnant body dolls to see how a built-in bump changes care routines.
Things I Loved
- The elf ears. They add charm without looking silly.
- Shoulder shrug. Tiny moves change the mood.
- Gel chest feel. Soft, springy, cozy for cuddles.
- Eyes you can aim. Big upgrade for photos and vibe.
- Standing feet. Posing becomes way easier.
Things I Didn’t
- Weight. 70 pounds sounds fine… till stairs.
- Finger care. Easy to bend wrong if you rush.
- Wig tangles. Every. Single. Session.
- Knee loosen over time. I had to adjust poses more.
- Time cost. Warm, pose, clean, dry, powder—it adds up.
Little Tips I Wish I Knew
- Use a moving strap. My back thanked me.
- A yoga mat under the knees saves the skin when posing.
- Keep a “go bag”: towels, bulb, lube, powder, comb, spare eyes.
- Low, warm light makes the face look real. Harsh light kills the magic.
- Talk to her. I know that sounds odd. But lines and breath set the mood for you.
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Who This Fits
- Cosplay lovers who enjoy setting a scene
- Couples who want a safe third and a no-pressure vibe
- Solo folks who like slow build, touch, and fantasy play
- Photographers who want a living statue they can style
Who should skip: if you hate cleaning, live in a walk-up with no help, or want spur-of-the-moment fun with zero prep.
Final Call
Was it worth it? For me—yes. Not perfect. Not “real.” But it gave me calm, play,