I'd like to share with you the meaning behind the name "Liberty."

To us, "Liberty" represents the freedom from arbitrary or despotic government or control, independence from external or foreign rule, and the freedom from control, interference, obligation, restriction, and hampering conditions. It also represents the freedom from captivity, confinement, or physical restraint.

Unfortunately, throughout history and even today, a few people in power have caused misery for millions of people. It's disheartening to think that in a world with 195 countries, 195 people get to decide the fate of 8 billion people.

While we don't know when humanity will be liberated from this system, we do know that it won't happen anytime soon, nor in our lifetime. However, we can still work towards promoting independence, strength, resilience, and liberty through Smart Doll.

As up to 80% of Smart Doll purchases are for children, Liberty serves as a symbol of hope. We believe that children are the key to changing the world for the better, and we can help them understand that humans can only flourish as a united race if we treat each other as equals.

We hope that children will stand up against dehumanizing behavior and eradicate oppression, while adults can learn from them and support their efforts. Liberty is a tribute to the human spirit and a reminder that we must always strive for a better world.

ABOUT COFFEE

For those interested in the details, the Smart Doll Coffee skin tone is aligned with DIC-345, the Japanese equivalent of the Pantone Matching System.

Please be aware that the slush casting process used for the vinyl can make blemishes more visible on the coffee skin tone. If you consider this a potential issue, we recommend taking this factor into account before making a purchase.

Similarities to Cocoa

Many folks who have only seen the coffee skin tone online believe it closely resembles cocoa, while those who have seen it in person note that it’s distinct enough to justify it as a new skin tone. We recommend that before making a purchase decision, individuals either view the color in person at one of our events or through a friend who owns one, or wait for online reviews. We want to ensure that no one feels pressured into making a decision.

The comparison photo on this page highlights tea on the left, coffee in the middle and cocoa on the right.

ABOUT TAKING PHOTOS

We often hear feedback suggesting that our darker skin tone dolls pose a challenge to photograph. For those finding it difficult, consider researching photography techniques or trying out camera apps that offer adjustable exposure settings.

It's worth noting that this advice isn't exclusive to our darker skinned dolls - it can equally apply to our lighter skin tones, where overexposure can be a concern. A slight adjustment of exposure settings (and willingness to learn) can go a long way in getting the perfect shot ;-)