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Evolution of the Barbie logo
The Barbie brand is part of the Mattel, Inc. company that was created in the late 1950s by Ruth Handler, the wife of the co-founder of Mattel, Inc. It is the leading brand in toy dolls, but in recent years...
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Mattel and Sanrio partner to bring together Barbie and Hello Kitty
Mattel has teamed up with Sanrio to create a new collaboration between the iconic Barbie doll brand and the globally revered Hello Kitty, marking the first time the two have come together in the consumer...
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Barbie-sized friends
- 30-08-2020
- BarbiePedia
Midge Hadley Sherwood (1963-1966, 1988-2004, 2013-2015) This character was Barbie's best friend according to promotional materials and packaging. She was the third character introduced in the Barbie line,...
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Barbie x Roxy Girl Collection
- 20-05-2020
- Roxy Girl
- Barbie x Roxy Girl
In summer 2020, Barbie and Roxy Girl will join forces to launch a multitude of clothing and accessories resulting from the merger of both brands. Since 1959, Barbie has inspired girls to believe they...
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The Original Teenage Model Barbie Doll
- 18-05-2020
- Anniversary
- Vintage
The original Barbie teen fashion model doll is a reproduction of the first Barbie with ponytail number 1 from 1959, released in celebration of Barbie's 50th anniversary. This is a reproduction of the Barbie...
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