I like Rosie and Tangy a lot. I have Rosie in my town because my sister definitely prefers her over Tangy, and she is really cute and a classic. She matches the theme in our town better anyway which is quite cutesy.
I like most of the standard cute and popular villagers. That being said, I have had villagers considered unpopular and homely by other people and enjoyed them for a time. Ugly is subjective.
The better graphics really improve the experience. I am also glad they removed the jellyfish constantly stinging you because I found that incredibly tiresome.
IGN: Shana
Island Name: Tidepool
Order: Lily Record Player
Materials provided: Partial? I can bring the wood and iron nuggets, but I don't really have white lilies. My town mostly has pink, purple, black, and blue flowers.