Pretend Play Reviews

What model horse collection would be complete without one of the world's most beloved horses: Gene Autry's chestnut gelding, Champion? Known throughout the 40s and 50s as the World's Wonder Horse, Champion was almost as famous as Autry, "America¹s Singing Cowboy." Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this model of Champion sports his well-known metal pistol-bit bridle, as well as a rich brown tooled (plastic) leather saddle. Stepping high with a white blaze and stockings, and standing 9 inches tall, he's an authentic reproduction of the real horse, right down to his well-defined musculature. Like all Breyer collectible horse models, Champion is made of lightweight, molded plastic and is designed to withstand years of active play. The horse comes with a Gene Autry video. --Marianne Painter

"Bride of Darkness" is a pretty ambiguous title, but everyone will get the picture when you step into the Halloween party in this drop-dead gorgeous gown by Disguise. Whether it was created for the Devil's main squeeze or for wicked women from some nether region, it's sinfully stunning on almost anyone. The off-the-shoulder gown is made of merlot-colored velvet that's covered with fine black mesh. A thick rope shapes the waist, and more mesh drapes from one shoulder. Use your imagination with the rest. Fits women up to size 16.