From the start, some have complained that "the blonde, plastic doll conveyed an unrealistic body image to girls." [134] Throughout the early 1970s, we saw trendy hairstyles hit the market like Color Magic Barbie’s straight, sleeker hairdo. Frida Kahlo (2018) Mexican artist. As of September 2018 [update], the doll is no longer available. [17] In 2013, in Taiwan, the first Barbie-themed restaurant called "Barbie Café" opened under the Sinlaku group. [45]

Buddy (1979) This doll was based on Kristy McNichol's Letitia Lawrence character from the TV show Family. Al-Ahram Weekly | Living | Move over, Barbie". Weekly.ahram.org.eg. June 7, 2006. Archived from the original on May 13, 2011 . Retrieved May 23, 2011. Daria (2004-2005) was the Caucasian doll in this collection. Two versions of her were released, including Daria Celebutante and Daria Shopping Queen.Romano, Aja. "Barbie book about programming tells girls they need boys to code for them". Daily Dot . Retrieved November 20, 2014. Since the release of the very first model, a wide variety of Barbie dolls have been created by the designers at Mattel, pursuing new offerings and opportunities. Each new model was designed to appeal to different markets, focusing on contemporary fashion trends that defined each decade. These fashion trends, coupled with each doll’s unique, defining characteristics help collectors identify types of Barbie dolls today. Joseph Lee (June 29, 2004). "Aussie hunk wins Barbie's heart". CNN Money. CNN . Retrieved May 23, 2011. Mattel Loses Trade Mark Battle with 'Barbie' ". LawdIt UK. July 25, 2005. Archived from the original on February 19, 2012 . Retrieved March 3, 2012.

Peeta Mellark (2012–?) A character from the movie based on the Hunger Games books by Suzanne Collins. The doll is a likeness of actor Josh Hutcherson. In an interview with Mary G. Lord, the author of Forever Barbie, Ruth Handler said that she saw the doll in Lucerne, Switzerland. However, the book points out that on other occasions Handler said that she saw the doll in Zurich or Vienna. Oppenheimer, Jerry (2009). Toy monster: the big, bad world of Mattel. Hoboken, N.J.: Wiley. pp.33–34. ISBN 978-0071402118.Barbie ponytail dolls numbered 1 through 4 all have the same mark: Barbie ™. Barbie ponytail dolls 5 through 6 are marked with “Barbie ®.” You’ll also find markings such as “Midge T.M.,” “Patented,” and other additions as the decades progressed. Feet

O]ne of the most dramatic developments in Barbie's history came when she embraced multi-culturalism and was released in a wide variety of native costumes, hair colors and skin tones to more closely resemble the girls who idolized her. Among these were Cinco De Mayo Barbie, Spanish Barbie, Peruvian Barbie, Mexican Barbie and Puerto Rican Barbie. She also has had close Hispanic friends, such as Teresa. [76]

There’s no denying the success that followed Barbie’s inception in 1959. As the best-selling toy in history, it has attracted the likes of children and nostalgia-seeking collectors alike. In fact, today, three Barbies are sold every second. For those looking to expand their vintage Barbie collection, remember to look for dolls that are unique in features. Understanding Mattel markings and other identifiable characteristics can help collectors spot some truly rare and special finds in the market today. Published on Friday November 8, 2002 00:00 (November 8, 2002). "The Scotsman". The Scotsman. Archived from the original on October 13, 2007 . Retrieved March 3, 2012. {{ cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list ( link) Price, Kimberley (August 5, 2021). "Aussie GP honoured as one of six special Barbies". Daily Liberal . Retrieved August 5, 2021. Blaine Gordon (2004): Barbie's Australian ex-boyfriend, whom she dated during her much-publicized "breakup" with Ken. Blaine is said to be the brother of Summer, one of Barbie's friends. Blaine does not show up in any of the Barbie series but was originally a character from Generation Girls and showed interest in Ana. Whitney (1994–2006): Stacie's other doll friend, usually having red hair but has been seen with brown. She was usually released with a pair of glasses. [14]