Mattel Barbie Island Princess Magical Castle Vanity

I purchased this for my 4-year-old for Christmas. She absolutely loves it and plays with it all the time. It is a dual-purpose toy because not only can she sit at it and use her play makeup, she can also use it as a dollhouse for her Barbies. It definitely holds her attention, which is something I look for and it is well made. Overall, I believe it was a great purchase.

I was so pleased to be able to find this vanity/playset. The newer ones are very dissapointing. This is much nicer than I had expected, I wish all toys were made with such attention to detail and mulitple function. The toy is as sturdy as it is lovely. It has so many accesories and hidden treasures that my 4 year old was thrilled. She discovered something new every time she played with it.... for days. For example, the roof tops lift and your little one will find hidden rings and a necklace to wear while she plays. It has plenty of storage in both the bench and a side hidden closet, and the china cabinet will really hold the dishes and tea cups. I don't know what team designed this toy, but THANK YOU! Please make more toys like this one, it is magnificent:o)

I think this has to be the best vanity for a four year old. Its two toys in one! When I see my four year old playing with the vanity I know I made a great purchase. She plays castle or she plays vanity and the special compartments make it extra fun! I love it.

My daughter was absolutely exstatic when she received this vanity from Santa. However, There is a lot of little detatchable pieces to keep track of if you have younger small children. And the collapsable "table" on the Vanity table doesn't stay up. However, This is a great toy with lots of surprises. Lots of buttons that play music. Very Nice for the money. Better than I expected.

My daughter absolutely loves this vanity. She is 5. It did take a while to put together and there are a lot of pieces...but it was worth the effort. I recommend getting the Island Princess and Prince Antonio to complete the package. The vanity has a lot to do and probably is more complicated than a 5 year should have, but it will grow with her. I know she'll have it for a few years which is nice for any toy. It is plastic and not too durable so if your child isn't ruff, I think it will last.