Review: SE Doll 161 cm “Vicky” – A New Standard in Realism?
When SE Doll reached out and offered to send me their 161 cm premium silicone “Vicky” model for review, I didn’t take that lightly. That’s a pricy gal! And they sent her not just to look pretty on a shelf, but to be put through the wringer by someone who’s been in this community a while and knows what separates a good doll from a great one. And to be blunt? Vicky sets a new standard in a lot of ways.
Let’s dive in.
Straight out of the box, Vicky is striking. Her body sculpt is absolutely immaculate.
There’s an impressive level of anatomical detail that shows real artistry. She has realistic skin blemishes and textural variation that elevate her beyond just “high-end silicone.” I’ve owned and worked with a number of quality Starpery dolls over the years, and this one immediately stood out as something made with care and intention.
Her body proportions are natural and photogenic, and she doesn’t fall into that uncanny “CG character” look some silicone dolls struggle with. Her skin is soft. I mean really soft for silicone. Not quite at the level of my latest Starpery (Lara), but we’re well past the era where silicone = stiff. Vicky’s body feels alive.
Articulation and Structure
This model came with hard standing feet, articulated fingers, and SE’s newer addition: articulated toes.
Let’s start with the hands. These are leaps and bounds ahead of most finger designs. Vicky can actually make a clean fist. The articulated fingers don’t just hold a pose; they move in a way that feels intentional. No more awkward finger-bending where everything collapses inward like a wilted flower.
Her feet are… okay. The articulated toes are cute in theory, and you can get some fun poses out of them, but there’s still a bit of curl and inward drift, especially with the big toe. That said, the ankle mobility is excellent. She’s got solid rotation, dorsiflexion, and plantar flexion that make a huge difference when posing her for standing shots. She feels stable, and that gives you a lot of creative freedom behind the camera.
Joint stiffness? Nearly perfect. They’re firm enough to hold position, but not so tight that you feel like you’re battling her to move a limb.
That Face, Though…
Articulation and Structure
Her face is adorable. Seriously, she has this almost shy, mid-sentence expression that’s genuinely charming. But it is a bit of a mismatch with the hyper-realism of her body. There’s an anime-adjacent quality to her facial sculpt that doesn’t quite blend perfectly with the photorealism elsewhere. It’s not bad or anything, it’s just a little jarring in contrast.
That said, SE’s articulated jaw makes up for it in spades. Vicky can open and close her mouth, and it’s not just some gimmick. It’s a huge plus for photography and expressiveness. Inside? You’ll find soft silicone teeth, tongue, tonsils, even a little uvula. For those of us using dolls for character-driven work or storytelling, this level of detail is a gift.
👁️ Let’s Talk Eyes (and Where They Fall Short)
If there’s one area that really let me down, it’s the eyes. Compared to the spring-based system in my Starpery doll, these just feel… cheap. The eyeballs are small, they shift too easily, and the illusion breaks fast. The right eye, in particular, sags and doesn’t hold position well. I assume this is likely due to the simplistic cotton backing system. And because of their smaller size and reflective material, it often looks like there’s debris or glare even when there’s not.
It’s the only part of the doll that actively breaks immersion, and that’s frustrating, because everything else is just so well done.
Realism and Craftsmanship
Let me be blunt: this is a higher quality doll than my Starpery, and that stings a bit to say because I love Lara to death. But Vicky’s detail is next-level. The placement of intimate features is accurate and well-sculpted, and tight and textured well on the inside (and if you know, you know). Her joints, hands, and overall texture feel more polished. She’s manageable in weight as well. Solid, but not back-breaking. Makeup is applied with precision and durability. Even the stock wig was decent, much better than most defaults.
Final Verdict
SE Doll’s Vicky is a stunning piece of work. She’s not perfect—the eyes need improvement, and the facial aesthetic might not be for everyone—but in terms of craftsmanship, body detail, poseability, and usability, she’s easily one of the most impressive dolls I’ve worked with. The articulated jaw and hands are standout features that should be standard in high-end silicone models moving forward.
SE is clearly paying attention to what serious users want—whether that’s for photography, companionship, or artistic expression. This isn’t just a display piece. She’s a character waiting to come to life in front of the lens.
