One of the very best ways to store a doll is to have it hanging from a hook that is inserted into the head hole on the neck, this provides the most support and least strain as it hangs directly from the metal skeleton. It is also possible to have it lying down, preferably on a soft surface such as a bed, but it also works well with the cardboard box it comes in. If the doll has a standing foot with bolts, it is also possible to have it standing in, for example, a closet for periods.The main thing is to vary the storage methods slightly so that there is not too much strain on any part of the body for a long time!