Barbie dolls have become a tradition. Tradition brings many collector's items. The specialty dolls are highly sought after and can become very valuable as the years pass. For example, the Holiday Barbie is normally hard to come by each year. A person has to make sure that they are in front of the line whenever the doll is put on the shelf; if not, they will not get one as they usually sell out.
Barbie dolls have been nicknamed Barbie. Mattel released the doll on March 9, 1959 at a toy show. The idea for the Barbie dolls came from Ruth Handler who was the wife of a co-founder of the Mattel toy company. She named the doll after her daughter Barbara who was used to playing with paper dolls, assuming they were in adult roles. This was because the dolls that were produced back in that time were infants. Handler saw the need for a different doll and the market was there.
The biography of Barbie was published by Random House. Her full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. Her parents are George and Margaret Roberts. They are from the make-believe town of Willows. Her boyfriend's name is Ken Carson. There have been many companions for Barbie released over the years; which included friends, their boyfriends, family, and siblings.
Barbie has experienced many careers over the decades. The careers that she participates in usually reflect current times. For example, in 2010 expect to see an Astronaut Barbie and a Registered Nurse Barbie.
Barbie dolls have caused many controversies over the decades. It has been criticized many times. It has been said that the Barbie doll represents unrealistic ideas for a woman's body.
More recently, the "Totally Tattoos" Barbie caused uproar because of the infamous "tramp stamp" tattoo that could be placed on her body. Other tattoos are offered. The naysayers expressed that they would cause little girls to want a tattoo.
Barbie dolls have become a family tradition that is being passed down from generation to generation. It began with great-grandma, then grandma, then mom, and now the little girl. She has been around for so long that we are beginning to see third and fourth generations take part in this rite of passage. Her popularity in the past and present not only has made Barbie an icon, but will continue to make her an icon for years to come. Look for more Barbie collectibles at Mattel's website devoted to collectors. - 29957
Barbie dolls have been nicknamed Barbie. Mattel released the doll on March 9, 1959 at a toy show. The idea for the Barbie dolls came from Ruth Handler who was the wife of a co-founder of the Mattel toy company. She named the doll after her daughter Barbara who was used to playing with paper dolls, assuming they were in adult roles. This was because the dolls that were produced back in that time were infants. Handler saw the need for a different doll and the market was there.
The biography of Barbie was published by Random House. Her full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. Her parents are George and Margaret Roberts. They are from the make-believe town of Willows. Her boyfriend's name is Ken Carson. There have been many companions for Barbie released over the years; which included friends, their boyfriends, family, and siblings.
Barbie has experienced many careers over the decades. The careers that she participates in usually reflect current times. For example, in 2010 expect to see an Astronaut Barbie and a Registered Nurse Barbie.
Barbie dolls have caused many controversies over the decades. It has been criticized many times. It has been said that the Barbie doll represents unrealistic ideas for a woman's body.
More recently, the "Totally Tattoos" Barbie caused uproar because of the infamous "tramp stamp" tattoo that could be placed on her body. Other tattoos are offered. The naysayers expressed that they would cause little girls to want a tattoo.
Barbie dolls have become a family tradition that is being passed down from generation to generation. It began with great-grandma, then grandma, then mom, and now the little girl. She has been around for so long that we are beginning to see third and fourth generations take part in this rite of passage. Her popularity in the past and present not only has made Barbie an icon, but will continue to make her an icon for years to come. Look for more Barbie collectibles at Mattel's website devoted to collectors. - 29957
