In addition to being able to play with their favorite hoofed My Little Pony characters, kids now have the chance to play with a new series of fashionable pony dolls from Hasbro.
Hasbro's My Little Pony: Equestria Girls introduce grown-up versions of beloved characters like Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash and Rarity, with outfits designed by official My Little Pony: Equestria Girls celebrity stylist Laura Shuffman. These dolls boast long, colorful hair, as well as outfits and accessories to reflect their personal style. The dolls and playsets are each connected to a unique code that may be used with the official Equestria Girls app to unlock virtual clothing, games, coins and access avatars and special friendship quests.
To support the launch of its new fashion dolls, Hasbro will be launching an all-new digital series starring the new "Mane 7" on YouTube.
Fashionable Pony Dolls
Hasbro's Equestria Girls Introduce Grown-Up My Little Pony Styles
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