Soriya - Cambodian Cultural Doll (coming soon)

🌞 Celebrate Cambodian heritage with Soriya, a stunning cultural doll designed to honor the grace and beauty of traditional Khmer Apsara dancers. With her intricate details and meaningful design, Soriya is more than a toy—she’s a companion that sparks pride, imagination, and representation for children of all backgrounds.

A Name That Shines - Soriya means “sunlight” in Khmer—she was created to shine a light on Cambodia’s vibrant culture and inspire young hearts to embrace who they are.

Inspired by Cambodian Tradition - Soriya wears a traditional gold mokot ksatrey crown and flowing hair, embodying the elegance of Apsara dancers. Her detailed red and gold sampot skirt, paired with a light ivory bodice and Sorong Kor collar, reflects authentic Khmer fashion.

Beautiful Gold Detailing - From her embroidered waistbelt to her gold bangles on each arm and ankle, every element is thoughtfully crafted to celebrate Cambodian artistry.

Symbolic Champei Flower - Near her ear, Soriya wears a Champei flower—Cambodia’s national flower—representing beauty and resilience.

Designed for Play & Display - Soriya is soft, safe, and made for play! Her clothing and accessories are fully removable, encouraging imaginative play while doubling as a display-worthy keepsake.

Joeydolls Cultural Asian Dolls is proudly and officially a Gold Winner of the prestigious Mom’s Choice Awards®, and NAPPA Awards 2024, setting the gold standard for family-friendly toys and championing diversity and representation. 

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

I’m Samantha, an entrepreneur, business owner, and mother of two beautiful girls.

My journey began in Melbourne, Australia, and led me to Toronto, Canada. As a mother, I’m dedicated to raising confident girls who take pride in their identity and heritage.

The idea for Joeydolls took root during the pandemic, a time when my photography and videography business came to a halt. Witnessing the surge in Anti-Asian hate worldwide while being confined at home, I felt a deep need to make a positive impact. That’s when I decided to pivot and channel my passion towards combating racism, colorism, and nurturing a sense of worth and love among young children. Joeydolls became my platform to achieve this, while also celebrating the beauty of Asian culture.

At Joeydolls, we firmly believe that diversity is not just an option; it’s an absolute necessity when it comes to children’s toys. We recognize the importance of children seeing themselves represented in the toys they play with, fostering a sense of value and belonging in society.

Our mission is simple: we want every child to feel great about themselves, and we believe that celebrating every culture is a vital part of achieving that goal. True happiness, in our eyes, is when children are comfortable and confident in their own skin.

That’s why we’re here to offer you a delightful and playful representation of Asian culture. Asia boasts an incredibly rich tapestry of traditions and history, and we are here to celebrate its vibrant diversity.