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#13 Square Yoke Dress

This outfit came on my first kid and holds a special place in my heart.

Main graphic with a grey background and white text that says #13 Yoke Dress", brackted by two dolls. The first is an auburn single ponytail with brown eyes and #2 head mold wearing a green and white gingham dress. The second is a brown double braid with brown eyes and #2 head mold wearing pink and white horizontal stripes.

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Morning Glory
Alternate Name: Yoke bib dress (Ref#3, p.395)

Description:
Basic cotton dress with a square-shaped yoke of pleated nylon with a bow and eyelet trim. (Ref#4, Vol. 3 Iss. 80, p.3). It came with matching bloomers, regular lace-up shoes, and socks. Very occasionally, they came with Mary Janes.

Outfit 13F P. Blue dress with matching bloomers. The dress is blue with small white polka dots. The yoke is white shadow striped square shape, edged with lace and ribbon and has a ribbon bow at the peter pant collar. — Outfit 13F, P

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

My goal is to find every version of every outfit that was produced. Below is a record of each version of this outfit that I have, up to the date indicated. To understand clothing codes, factories and variations, please refer to the suggested readings below.

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have a 13J OK that is green, not yellow) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

fabric shade/colour
ribbon colour

> Mimic outfits: The Mattel 15^th Anniversary kids came with a slightly different version of this dress where the yoke itself comes off, almost like a bib. Outfit #659 came out in 1986ish and is the mimic version of this outfit. The yoke is more frilly and the bow velveteen. Outfit #149 is a transitional outfit that most likely only came packaged.

> There were many variations made by foreign factories. For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

#12 Ruffled Overalls

We’re all ready to play outside! Where’s the best climbing tree?

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the overalls belong to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Country Cousin

Description:
Corduroy overalls with a ruffle running along the strap and a white blouse underneath. The neck and sleeves of the blouse have coloured rickrack trim. It came with sneakers and socks.

Outfit 12B, KT. A pair of pink corduroy overalls with ruffles around the straps over a white frilly blouse with pink rickrack around the sleeve hems. — Outfit 12B, KT

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984. There is evidence that some stock of this outfit was still being sold off as separately packaged outfits as late as 1987. (Ref#4, Iss. 5, p.4)

Version Information

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have a 12B KT that is green, not pink) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

This outfit does not appear to have been made by the primary factories CC or SS.

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

fabric colour/shade
fabric type (various textures)
location of silk CPK label on the bib

> Mimic outfits:
Outfit #626, the Velveteen Overalls, came out in 1986ish and is a pair of velveteen overalls with a patterned cotton blouse. There are two versions.
Outfit #147 is a Transitional outfit that I believe only came packaged.
The Play Along 25^th Anniversary version comes only in dark blue.
The 30^th Anniversary version only came in purple.

> There were many variations made by foreign factories in a wonderful array of colours. For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing.

There are Tri-ang Pedigree and Tsukuda versions of the Coleco flower-patterned overalls (12H). All three versions are very sought after, the foreign more than the Coleco.

12H – Coleco, Tsukuda, Triang Pedigree (Ref#3, p.422)

Other Information

> The straps of the overalls are generally the same colour as the rest, but we have found some which are white cotton, and in at least one case, navy blue corduroy. There is currently no pattern that can provide a reasonable explanation for this.

> A few outfits (a very rare occurrence) have been found with circular snaps used at the legs and to secure the straps. Both recorded examples are from Hong Kong Kids, one KT and one P factory. (Facebook Conversation, Mar 2022) It has been confirmed that if these are only Hong Kong outfits, they moved on to buttons and velcro even before the HK outfits stopped being produced.

> The silk tags on the bib of the OK overalls are always located right along the seam. Other factories have it up, away from the seam.

> Jump to Unique Accents: PMI for information on the rick rack around the sleeves.

#11 Ducky Dress

One of the most popular outfits!

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Winter Warmer

Description:
Knit dress with matching bloomers. Two wide stripes run parallel to the hem of the dress, and it has a duck applique on the skirt. It generally came with Mary Jane shoes and socks. Very occasionally, it came with lace-ups.

Outfit 11E, P. Purple knit dress with matching bloomers. There are two wide pink stripes around the skirt and a duck applique on the skirt. — Outfit 11E, P

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have an 11A KT that is green, not pink) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

This outfit does not appear to have been made by the primary factories CC or SS.

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

stripe colours
yarn colour/shade
applique used (other than a duck)
location of applique

> Mimic outfits: The Play Along 25^th Anniversary edition of this outfit is baby blue and looks more like the early button dress version from the front. (see below) Take note that there are very good aftermarket versions of this outfit. They are often confused with CPK brand.

> There were many variations made by foreign factories. The Tsukuda factory also made knit outfits that could be confused as a Ducky Dress from afar. For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

Other Information.

> Button Ducky Dress: The earliest iteration of this outfit only came out in early 1983 and is therefore considered hard-to-find. It closes at the back with three buttons and has a different look for the sleeves and neck. Many of these early outfits are also Hong Kong outfits. The white version is considered the hardest to find.

#10 Windbreaker Outfit

This outfit is tricky, can you help?

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the windbreaker outfit belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Blue Jean Baby

Description:
The outfit consists of a striped white and [insert colour here] cotton shirt, jeans, and a nylon windbreaker jacket that has a white zipper and a green curved CPK logo on the right side. It comes with sneakers and socks.

Outfit 10K, OK. White and orange striped t-shirt, orange zippered jacket and blue jeans. — Outfit 10K, OK

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have a 6A OK that is green, not blue) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

> This outfit does not appear to have been made by the primary factories CC or SS.

This outfit is extremely difficult to confirm as the tag is ONLY located in the shirt. It is too easy to put a shirt, jacket, and jeans together and claim to have a set.

Please provide pictures of shirts with tag codes I do not have, but only include the entire outfit if you KNOW the other pieces came with it. Mint-in-box (MIB) kids are extremely important if you have one. Refer to the Other Information section for details.

Variations

> There are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories. For specifics, follow these links:

Identifying CPK Windbreakers by Factory
Identifying CPK Windbreaker shirts by Factory
Identifying CPK Jeans by Factory
Bountiful Blue Windbreakers

> There were many variations made by foreign factories. For information on identifying a Jesmar windbreaker outfit, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

> Mimic outfits: The Play Along 25^th Anniversary version of this outfit was done only in purple and worn only by girls. Outfit #100 KT is a later mimic outfit with no logo on the jacket. Instead, the logo is on the shirt. I have only one version of outfit #100 recorded.

> 500s Series Windbreaker outfits

Other Information

> I’m not sure, in some situations about shirt and jacket combinations. Several outfits look like they could include the same shirt. Did they change the tags inside the shirt to reflect a different outfit, or did they just put different coloured jackets on the same coded shirt? UPDATED POST – PTP: Bountiful Blue (Windbreakers)

> Girls came wearing a variety of colours. For example, we have a confirmed example of a MIB girl wearing one of the blue outfits.

#9 Bubble Romper

This adorable outfit is so cozy and cute.

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Snuggle Suit
Alternate Name: Sweater and Romper Set (Ref#4, Vol. 3 Iss. 8, p.4)

Description:
Sleeveless cotton romper. It came in a variety of patterns and colours. It has a double line of lace that runs vertically down the middle of the front and around the leg holes. It came with a knitted white sweater and matching knit booties. Knit accessories came in either white or yellow.

Outfit 9H, OK. White bubble romper with yellow rosebuds, a yellow knit sweater with pink rose buds and matching yellow knit booties. — Outfit 9H , OK

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have a 5A P that is green, not yellow) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

Spreadsheet showing which outfits I have recorded and which I do not.

This outfit does not appear to have been made by the primary factories CC or SS.

Variations

> The knit pattern and sweater details are specific to each factory. (Ref #4, Vol. 8 Iss. 8, p.4) For details visit, PTP: Bubble Romper Sweaters.

> Mimic outfits: The Play Along 25^th Anniversary version has a yellow gingham romper, and a yellow knit set. For more information, visit 25th Anniversary CPK Outfits.

> There were many variations made by foreign factories.
For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

Other Information

> Some kids came wearing regular shoes and socks, not booties. This may have been due to them running out of booties at some point, a ‘store switch’, or some other reason. At least one kid has been noted MIB with this combination.
> This outfit only came on girls; however, it has been found on both foreign boys and girls. (Ref #3, p. 419)

#8 31 Tracksuit

Sports fans unite! These cuties are ready to win.

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Sports Time
Alternate Name: Football tracksuit (Ref#4, Vol. 3 Iss. 8, p.4)

Description:
Heavy knit cotton tracksuit. The top is all one colour except for bands on the sleeves and around the bottom hem. It has a block font 31 on the front, and velcro up the back. The bottoms have the band colour for the top half (almost look like shorts) and the same colour as the top for the bottom half of the pant leg. It came with sneakers and socks.

Outfit 8F, P. White track suit with red accents and a blue 31 on the chest. — Outfit 8F, P

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold on both kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

This outfit does not appear to have been produced by the primary factory CC.

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

fabric type
fabric colours/shades
stitching patterns around the arms

> A few outfits have blue zig-zag stitching around the coloured armbands. This has been found on P factory outfits made for sale in Canada (LTEE) and Jesmar outfits. (FB conversation, Jodi Isaacs, Nov 2019)

Sample of an outfit with blue zig-zag stitching on the arms of an outfit. The outfit is grey with yellow accents and a red 31 on the chest. — Courtesy of Jodi’s Punki Patch

> There were many variations made by foreign factories.
For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

Other Information

> The #31 on the outfit is in honour of Xavier Robert’s birthday, October 31st.

> A handful of 31 tracksuit outfits have other numbers on the chest: 84, 00. Their authenticity is unknown at this time. Some people believe they are homemade. They have neither a silk label nor a clothing label. Some of the 84’s have been found on Jesmars, but not MIB, so it cannot be confirmed that they are Jesmar. (FB Conversations, Apr. 2020) The 84 version has been found in two colours, although the white and teal pair are harder to find. I own a 00 set and they are well made, but I believe them to be handmade. In that case, could it be the year the outfit was made, 1984?

Red and yellow with black numerals 84 version of the 31 tracksuit on a red-haired fuzzy boy with a pacifier. — 84 pictures are courtesy of Melinda Stout Reese and Jaycee Cook.

Light blue and white 84 version of the 31 tracksuit. — 84 pictures are courtesy of Melinda Stout Reese and Jaycee Cook.

UPDATE Jan 1, 2023: A minty blue and white 84 was found with a sticker on it. It is now believed that these outfits (at least the 84’s) are aftermarket productions. Special thanks to Holly Spencer.

Light blue and white open top of an 84 version of the 31 tracksuit showing a small silver sticker that says "Made in Hong Kong".

> This was only known to be worn by Coleco boys. However, foreign girls were known to come in this outfit.

> Some SS versions of this outfit have been found without silk labels. They have clothing labels but no silk labels. Factory fluke?

Two 31 tracksuits. One is red with blue numerals and he other one is blue with red numerals. — Picture courtesy of Jessy Gonzalez.

> There is speculation that the pants for this outfit, and the pants for outfit 518, were sometimes used interchangeably. Unfortunately, this would be difficult to prove, especially because the pants aren’t tagged!

Brown, light brown and orange version of outfit #518.

#7 Elephant Romper

A bewildering array of colours, fabrics, and patches on a relatively simple outfit.

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Short Stuff
Alternate Name: Coloured Romper (Ref#4, Vol 3, Iss. 8, p. 3)

Description:
Romper with, most likely, an elephant patch on the bottom right side above the leg opening. Some versions have velcro at the crotch, allowing the outfit to be removed like an infant for changing. A white shirt with blue decorative stitching is worn underneath. (see Variations info below.) It came with regular shoes and socks.

Outfit 7H, OK. Butter yellow elephant romper with elephant applique and a white shirt with blue zig-zag stitching at the hems. — Outfit 7H, OK

This outfit was sold from 1983 until at least 1986. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have a 7D OK that is green, not blue or a 7C made from cord, not cotton fabric) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

It appears that each letter could be made using different fabrics. In order to keep it straight, and not make the above spreadsheet even more confusing, I’ve added the one below. It indicates which fabrics I’ve found the outfit made in, and which factory made them. Again, if you have an outfit that is missing from below, please let me know.

Outfit Colours ( as recorded above)

This outfit was not made by the primary factory SS (that I am aware).

If the tag is in the shirt, please be absolutely sure that the outfit came together before sending pictures. The shirts can be switched very easily.

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

fabrics, colours/shades
fabric type (cotton/corduroy/nylon)
buttons
Velcro closure at the crotch
look of the patch (Jump to Plentiful Patches)
actual patch used (e.g. bear vs. elephant) (Jump to Patch Particulars (Pt. 2)

> There is some controversy around the white shirt. Jump here for information on which outfits used them and for identification information. Wonderful White Shirts, Unique Accents for PMI Shirts

> Mimic outfits: The 25^th Anniversary version of this outfit is pink and came only on girls. For more information, visit 25th Anniversary CPK Outfits

> There were many variations made by foreign factories.
For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

Wheat shag #4 Lily Ledy boy with blue eyes wearing a blue cord elephant romper. — Lili Ledy, Courtesy of Jamie Osterburhr

Wheat looped hair #2 Tsukuda boy with green eyes wearing a blue polar fleece elephant romper. — Lili Ledy, Courtesy of Jamie Osterburhr

Other Information

> The clothing tag will be in either the shirt OR the romper, not both.
> It looks the best with a diaper on.

#6 Kitty Jogging Suit

These kids can join you on your morning run!

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Lil Jogger

Description:
Grey jogging suit with a patch on the right breast. The patch is generally a white cat. The sleeve, shirt, and pant leg hems are various colours. It came with a white terry cloth headband, sneakers, and socks.

Outfit 6A, KT. Grey jogging suit with blue trim and a cat applique on the left breast. There is a white terry cloth head band above it. — Outfit 6A, KT

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1985, most likely longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

fabric shades/colour
fabric type
look of the patch (Jump to Plentiful Patches Pt.2)
the patch itself (eg. bear instead of cat)

> The grey fabric came in two variations: solid grey or heather grey.

> Mimic outfits: All currently recorded USA versions of this outfit are heather grey and have the factory tag in the pants, not the top.

> There were many variations made by foreign factories.
For information on identifying a Jesmar version, jump to Identifying Jesmar Clothing

> This outfit was used as a ‘twin‘ outfit by the Tsukuda factory.

Other Information

> This outfit came on both boys and girls, depending on the colour.
> This outfit can have a variety of patches instead of the cat. Jump to Plentiful Patches Pt.2

#5 Corduroy (Mostly) Suit

Warm and comfy, let the boys out to play!

Main graphic with a bright yellow background which says "#5 Corduroy Suit" and has two dolls. The first dolls is sitting inside the cardboard liner. He is bald with blue eyes and a #3 head mold. He's wearing a blue cord outfit with a teddy bear applique, a white under shirt and white knit hat. The second doll is wearing the same except his suit is beige.

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: Going Bye-Bye
Alternate Name: Teddy Suit (Ref#4, Vol. 3 Iss. 8, p.4)

Description:
Corduroy (mostly) suit which consists of a jacket and pants. The jacket buttons up the front with three buttons and has a teddy bear patch on the left breast. The matching pants have a square silk CPK patch label on the back bum. There is a white shirt underneath, either completely white or with navy-blue stitching. (see Variations.) It comes with a knit white hat with a pompom, socks, and regular shoes.

Outfit 5B, KT factory. Shows the four separate pieces of the outfit including the knit hat, corduroy suit jacket with teddy applique, white cotton shirt and corduroy pants. — Outfit 5B, KT

The outfit is generally made in a cord material but occasionally comes in a heavier felt-like material. Chinese factories made cord outfits and Taiwan factories made felt-like outfits. For a list of which factory codes based on location, visit: Info on Factories and Companies

Version Information

My goal is to find every version of every outfit that was produced. Below is a record of each version of this outfit that I have, up to the date indicated. To understand clothing codes and factory variations, please refer to the suggested readings below.

As far as I know, this outfit was not made by the primary factories CC or SS.

Variations

> The following are observable differences between outfits produced at various factories.

fabric (e.g. IC cord is of a different texture)
colour (shade)
hat knit pattern
look of the bear patch (Jump to Plentiful Patches Pt.2)
location of the patch
buttons

> There is some controversy around the white shirt. Jump here for details: Wonderful White Shirts, Unique Accents

> There’s a 25th Anniversary version of this outfit. It came only on girls. For more information, visit 25th Anniversary CPK Outfits.

> There are several variations of this outfit made by foreign factories; however, the Jesmar factory did not manufacture this outfit.
Triang Pedigree, Courtesy of Jamie Osterbuhr

Other Information

> Some pants close along the inner leg seam with Velcro; some do not.
> The patch can be different. (e.g. duck) Jump to Plentiful Patches Pt.2
> Girls only wore the pink version (5D) of this outfit. (Ref #3, p. 402)

#4 Frilly A-line Dress

Frilly frocks that are fabulous!

Suggested reading: An explanation of the 1983 series of outfits that the swing dress belongs to. Jump to: 1983 Series – The 1st CPK Clothes

Original Name: On Holiday, Apple Blossom
Alternate Name: Lacy Yoke Dress (Ref#4, Vol. 3 Iss. 8, p.4)

Description:
Cotton dress with rows of frilly lace and a small rose patch at the yoke, in one of two patterns. (see below) The lace used at the yoke is also used at the sleeve, leg and dress hems. The dress came with matching bloomers, Mary Jane shoes, and socks. Very occasionally, it came with lace-up shoes.

Outfit 4N, CC. Mint green or light green frilly A-line cabbage patch dress with white lacy yoke and trim. — Outfit 4N, CC

This outfit was sold from 1983 until 1986, maybe longer. It was sold both on kids and packaged, starting in 1984.

Version Information

If you have an outfit that is not recorded here or does not match my information, (e.g. you have a 4F P that is green, not pink) I would appreciate hearing from you. Information is best sent in the form of pictures. For details on the pictures required, jump to Taking Clothing Tag Pics.

Variations

> The OK and KT outfits for letters A to D have a patterned yoke with only two rows of lace and a small rose patch. The P versions of A to D are white, with four rows of lace. The remaining letters are the same as the P factory outfits.
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