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The recently released Barbie movie started a renaissance of the iconic doll, sending quite a few of us down memory lane. Kids for generations were dying to lay their hands on a Barbie at their time, some being lucky enough to become the proud owners of one or two.

Since the first Barbie was introduced in 1959, there have been an abundance of variations of the doll; some more bizarre than others. We have gathered some of its most unusual or unexpected types for you to familiarize with in case they weren’t popular when you were a Barbie fan. Scroll down to find them and enjoy the quick trip back in time.

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Haunted Beauty Mistress Of The Manor Barbie 2014

Haunted Beauty Mistress Of The Manor Barbie 2014

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LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She looks like the evil stepmother from Cinderella.

LazyPanda
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She reminds me of Regina from the series Once upon a time

Charity Angel
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Regina had some fabulous outfits that I absolutely covet.

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Mama Penguin
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love her outfit and her little candelabra.

Disgruntled Pelican
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This gives me "Penny Dreadful" vibes and I love it!

glowworm2
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Feels very "Haunted Mansion".

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    #2

    Barbie Doll As Medusa

    Barbie Doll As Medusa

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    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, technically she was a beautiful woman, before she was raped and then cursed by a goddess.

    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least, according to Ovid’s Metamorphoses, who by the way, was actually Roman.

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    Panda Kicki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What part is Medusa? It sort of lacks snakes?

    LokisLilButterknife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has snakes wrapped around her arms, a snake necklace, and snake earrings. It would still be neat if she had snakes in her hair.

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    H G
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But... with hair..... ?

    meow point1
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not Medusa; she's got regular hair and the snakes are on her arms.

    Janice Sanz
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The snakes belong on her head.

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    #3

    Barbie Haunted Beauty Ghost Doll

    Barbie Haunted Beauty Ghost Doll

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    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With brunette hair, she could be Amy Lee from Evanescence.

    cadena kuhn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone else getting Sherri moon living dead girl vibes. Does Rob zombie know about this

    Nicki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be fun! I would totally pretend to make a horror movie in my Dream House!

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    Barbie’s story started back in March 1959 when, created by Ruth Handler, it was launched into the American toy market. According to the History Channel, co-owner of the toy company Mattel, Inc., Handler came up with the idea after watching her daughter play with dolls made from paper, and thus came to life the 11-inch plastic version. It reportedly became the first mass-produced toy doll with adult features in the US. 

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    The History Channel pointed out that Barbie—or Barbara Millicent Roberts in full—was modeled after a different doll, known at the time by the name of Bild Lilli.

    #4

    Barbie's Kid Sister Skipper Growing Up

    Barbie's Kid Sister Skipper Growing Up

    Kids could actually make Skipper's boobs grow by rotating her left arm. The doll also got taller in the process

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    Tracy Garrett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this doll. Still remember the popping sound when you cranked her arm and out came the boobs.

    Amy Thornton Hicks
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't tell you how many times I twirled my own arm trying to grow boobs as a kid because of this doll!

    Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this! I'm old. Can someone please crank my arm so my boobs will pop back in and I'll get younger? Please?

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That skirt is hideous. Twist her arm a second time and she becomes a table in an Italian restaurant.

    meow point1
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What would the boy version be like?

    Sharon Vaughn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember her, tho' I never had one.

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    #5

    Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds Barbie Doll

    Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds Barbie Doll

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    Plebbit
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My first thought too. It really makes it kinda hilarious that she isn't! I love that she's just holding the bird to her head with that expression!

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    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is there a Psycho shower scene Barbie too?

    William Thompson
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really a good idea to have Barbie as a character from The Birds.

    Cara G
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guys, there is a video on YouTube that shows famous scenes from The Birds but with the birds edited out. It is ridiculously hilarious to watch Melanie Daniels sailing across Bodega Bay and reacting to the dive bomb to her head except nothing hits her. You can even see her perfectly coiffed hair get dented and messed up for no reason. Go look it up, trust me.

    Nancy Lynch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think she would be smiling with all those birds attacking her.

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    Over Barbie’s more than 60-year-long history, there have been plenty of different versions of the doll. They include not only Barbie with different clothing or hair, but her depicting representatives of different occupations, and—eventually—body types and ethnicities, too. Back in 2016, Mattel introduced Barbie Fashionistas, which featured four body types, seven skin tones, 22 eye colors, and 24 different hairstyles.

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    Harper’s Bazaar revealed that the new body shapes were introduced after the head of the Barbie brand, Evelyn Mazzocco, undertook a poll of ‘Barbie haters’ in order to see what were the main things the doll was ridiculed for. The most common responses stated it was ‘out of touch,’ ‘materialistic’ and ‘not diverse’.

    #6

    Midge Pregnant Doll With Magnetic Baby Bump And Newborn Infant

    Midge Pregnant Doll With Magnetic Baby Bump And Newborn Infant

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    Maxi
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Midge is married and not a teenager. It's a shame it couldn't be produced anymore because people think pregnancy ist scandalous.

    Nitka Tsar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooh so that‘s why there are no pregnant original Barbie dolls? We have them still here in our shops, but not from Barbie.

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    Eva
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She was in the barbie movie, along with a lot of other banned barbies

    MJ
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Accurate depiction of giving birth. Looking a hot mess yet glad it’s over with.

    Christina Born
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My pregnant mom was worried that if I had this my 2yo brother would cut her belly open to get the baby inside out. 🙄

    Tyranamar Seuss
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wanted something like this so bad. I always thought it was an urban legend. I still want it.

    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shoe seem a little large for the kid !

    Debbie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I might have had one of those... Me or a friend, I remember playing with it.

    Kipper
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If only it was that easy! 😳

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    #7

    Sugar Daddy Palm Beach Ken

    Sugar Daddy Palm Beach Ken

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    Ozymandias73
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's "not a "Sugar Daddy", the dog's name is sugar, and he's the daddy"

    Maxi
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog is sugar and he is sugars daddy😅

    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A 50+ years old sugar daddy wearing head to toe Versace version of Ken.

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's facing the camera but I'm pretty sure he has a stick up his butt. Looks like D-bag Ken.

    HauntedTeacup
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's Sugar's Daddy. Meaning the Dog's Daddy.

    LokisLilButterknife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hah hah, the little yappy dog on the leash and the Versace suit is really the cherry on top.

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    #8

    Empress Of The Aliens Barbie

    Empress Of The Aliens Barbie

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    Kiaya Thompson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a power rangers villain and you can’t convince me otherwise.

    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely a villain - purple and green are always villain colors!

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    cadena kuhn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of a grown up mal from descendants

    duckie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was Kate Pierson from the B 52s

    April Pickett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I understand that Bob Mackie designed some of her costumes.

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    Barbie is believed to have represented over 200 different career choices, ranging from an astronaut to a singer, a computer engineer, and way beyond. In addition to all sorts of the Barbie doll herself, in 1961, the toy company also introduced Ken Carson—Barbara’s plastic significant other, who reportedly has tried out roughly 40 different professions.

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    #9

    1994 Shaving Fun Ken

    1994 Shaving Fun Ken

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    Almost sunny
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got given this from my step dad when I was 7.🤣

    MJ
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Scott Disick, is dat u?

    Ryan Edwards
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MJ, I was wondering who that looked like! Spot on! I was originally getting high as f**k little Donnie Trump Jr vibes. He could be the love-child of Scott and Don Jr.

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    sturmwesen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had him! cheating bastard got kicked out and the barbies became flat mates.

    PotatoNinja5000
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember getting so frustrated at the beard growing back that I bit the paint off.

    Mistiekim
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A sun visor and a knapsack that matches your shirt…..clean shaven Ken just what are you up to today?

    RajunCajun
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember the commercials for this.

    Alex Smith
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That Ken looks like Scott Disick

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    #10

    Becky, Barbie's Wheelchair-Using Friend, Couldn't Fit Through The Doors Of Barbie's Dreamhouse, And It Also Didn't Fit Into The Dreamhouse's Elevator

    Becky, Barbie's Wheelchair-Using Friend, Couldn't Fit Through The Doors Of Barbie's Dreamhouse, And It Also Didn't Fit Into The Dreamhouse's Elevator

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    Jrog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Curious fact: the iconic 1970s Barbie Dream TownHouse doubled as Big Jim's Headquarters, with just different colors and printed material. Mattel reused the molds of the still in production but already 10 years old toy to complete their male-oriented action figure lineup with the p*nis-equipped equivalent of a dollhouse. bj110.jpg bj110.jpg

    Ben
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is awesome! I would have loved that toy. My GI Joes would have lived there.

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    Living Example
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was a terrible accident. My God, there was plastic everywhere. Luckily the medics had some super glue on board The poor girl is lucky to still have her arms. Ken is serving 15 months in the can for reckless endangerment

    Lord Voldedork
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a barbie doll house ad, now disabled barbies fit!

    Charity Angel
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If ever there's a Barbie that needs to use the elevator!

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    QuirkyKittyGirl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does the disabled friend of Barbie have Frankenstein elbows?

    catastrophegirl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they used the body of the gymnast barbie for it because it has the ability to fully bend the knees and flatten the feet, otherwise the standard doll would have her feet sticking way out in front with pointed toes.

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    HauntedTeacup
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't call this weird, it's inclusive.

    Bookworm
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Makes me wonder if the current generation of wheelchair-using Barbies and the little plastic ramps they come with work for the Dreamhouse.

    Bookworm
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Edit: I guess they must, because the advertising on Amazon for this year's version has a picture of a wheelchair-using Barbie exiting the elevator.

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    Chewie Baron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They must have been influenced by the Athletes Village for the 1996 Atlanta Paralympics.

    lisa m
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That ticks me off even now ...why would you not make the Barbie house for everyone...since Matell tried to obv have inclusive dolls but not for the house?

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    #11

    Barbie And Pooping Tanner Dog 2006

    Barbie And Pooping Tanner Dog 2006

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    TTorrest Author
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My niece received this for her birthday yeeears ago, and it made all the kids crack up laughing hysterically. It was ten times more hilarious, however, because her cousin's name is Tanner!

    Lesbean Soup
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This had to be taken off the shelves because the poop contained a small magnet that could get dislodged and be swallowed

    Magazine
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is educational actually. Teaches you to take care of your dog's produce

    Currentlylost
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg I got the dog when I was little and I loved it! I totally forgot about it til now

    A Very Bored Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have this dog! Idk about the Barbie tho

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    Time pointed out that Barbie and Ken’s love story started back in 1961 when they were working on a commercial together. Unfortunately, after more than four decades together, the couple broke up in 2004. Mattel’s vice president of marketing at the time, Russell Arons, shared the upsetting news in a statement, saying that “their Hollywood romance has come to an end”.

    #12

    Earring Magic Ken (1992)

    Earring Magic Ken (1992)

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    Mycroft1967
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was discontinued almost as soon as it came out. But still the best-selling Ken of all time.

    Jrog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The ring on the necklace was very, very reminiscing of a kind of... ehm.. "toy" that was used in the gay community as a pendant to identify sexual preference. As soon as the doll was published someone make them realize the mistake and the doll was pulled from the lineup, but became a fan favorite in some fringe -and mostly male- collector's clubs.

    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Note the lavender mesh shirt, single earring in the left ear, and c**k ring necklace. Somebody HAD to know what they were doing 😂

    Bookworm
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to the story... Apparently they really didn't. The way I've heard it, they wanted to design a 'cool' Ken doll, so they sent their product researchers to raves... where at that time, most of the men were gay. Which they didn't realize until it actually hit shelves.

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    DrKimball
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think we've matured as a society. Perhaps we haven't shirked the bigotry but I think we're all a little less naive about the various ways people enjoy sex...it's time to bring back Earring Magic Ken, and let him live his truth.

    ScarletRos
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had this one. My mum bought it for me because it was cheap. I now realise it was probably cheap because it got discontinued.

    Jrog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just buy *any* Ken. It's not a matter of IF it's gay, it's just how far out the closet that specific version is.

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    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks like a certain kind of ring that I can’t mention!

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    #13

    Barbie And Ken Star Trek 1996 30th Anniversary Dolls Gift Set

    Barbie And Ken Star Trek 1996 30th Anniversary Dolls Gift Set

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    QuirkyKittyGirl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Barbie’s wearing RED? We’ll miss you, Babs.

    Pat
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That'll get you discontinued every time

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    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had two sets of this, one for display and one in the box. Even as a man, I found it odd that Ken was a Captain while Barbie was only a Lieutenant. I realize it was so they could put them in the familiar versions of the uniforms, but still. (The accessories were pretty good quality, though.)

    Jack and Coke
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have 2, also. I remember that I had to put them on layaway because it was expensive for me back then.

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1. Ken should have a red shirt - cuz funny. 2. Ken looks kind of out of shape compared to the others.

    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is there no Spock?? Everyone knows he’s the best character.

    Sharon Vaughn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've got that!! Barbie's hair is in the style of Yeoman Rand.

    The Original Bruno
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ensign Rand? (I had the REAL Star Trek "Action Figures")

    Xenon
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Iirc, Uhura and Kirk shared the first interracial kiss ever seen on TV.

    Darlene Schueler
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wanted this so much but I was an adult.

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    #14

    Lounge Kitties Barbie 2003

    Lounge Kitties Barbie 2003

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    Mistiekim
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s like a car wreck. I’m trying to look away, but I can’t stop staring at it.

    LokisLilButterknife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hear you. I'm deeply disturbed, but just can look away....

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you had told me there was a "Furry Barbie" I would have thought it was a joke.

    Maxwell Collins-Posa
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would love to hear the board meeting that came up with this doll line.

    Silre
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have one of these. I should make her into a Grizabella.

    Blondie23
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This makes me think of the aliens in that movie Earth Girls are Easy.....

    Joshua David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want the Josie and The Pussycats movie dolls. Made me think of them.

    Eva
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cats movie, only scarier

    Satan herself
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

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    But Barbie dolls didn’t stop with countless variations of Barbara herself and plastic figurines of Ken; back in 1967, the first celebrity-lookalike doll saw the light of day, dedicated to the supermodel Twiggy.

    Other famous people with their own Barbie dolls include Cher, Beyonce, Elton John, Katy Perry, Naomi Osaka, Jane Goodall, Audrey Hepburn, Zendaya, and more.

    #15

    Rollerblade Barbie Flicker N’ Flash Actually Created Sparks And Got Recalled. I Loved Playing With Her And Will Remember The Smell From The Skates

    Rollerblade Barbie Flicker N’ Flash Actually Created Sparks And Got Recalled. I Loved Playing With Her And Will Remember The Smell From The Skates

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    Mistiekim
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the “Dolls need child’s help to pose as shown. Dolls cannot bend at knees”. You know some mom complained and they were forced to add that.

    Jrog
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really, no. In the '70s and '80s Barbie used to have bendable knees. There was an internal structure and the "skin" was a more rubber-like, allowing the knee to bend up to 45 degrees. Unfortunately, the vinyl based polymer degraded pretty quickly, becoming sticky. This, compounded with changes in the PVC formulations required by new environmental legislation and with cost-saving and price reduction initiatives designed to make the doll more accessible, made Mattel change the design to rigid legs. For a while, the two designs coexisted and that's why they pointed out which version of the doll was into the package, especially when the cover image could be misleading.

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    Danni
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this Barbie, loved her so much! so nostalgic! They stopped making her because she was a fire hazard.

    Kiwi Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously?! I had this one too! Explains the smell I guess…

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    howdylee
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my friend had these. took a skate with us to a movie theater. lady near us yelled at us for having a lighter. my mom (who took us) snapped back at the lady "it's just a toy rollerskate!" she got all huffy. maybe it wasn't such an innocent toy if it got recalled...

    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Roller Blade Barbie doubled as Arsonist Barbie.

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Now with imagined articulation!" Just seems cruel showing the dolls doing something they physically can not do. "Here's a Stretch Armstrong! He can't actually stretch but we put a photo on the package imagining what it would be like if he could!" LOL

    Maya
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one was cool !

    Yaz Cam
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this one! It used to smell like burnt matches

    bentscissors
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah, mattel. Sparking your inner pyro... explains so much. I loved that thing.

    Sabs
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had one of those, set the carpet on fire! Parents didn’t learn the lesson as I got the Darkwing Duck Megavolt action figure after that which also threw sparks. (Didn’t set anything on fire with that toy)

    Emma Kohn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I still have this one at my grandparents house

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    #16

    Elton John Barbie

    Elton John Barbie

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's kind of what MY hair looks like XD

    Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Elton Barbie? Barbie John? John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt? Bar-Bar-Bar--Bar-Barbie Ann?

    Cara G
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Goodbye pink brick road....

    Holly Stevens
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish they had done this when Mattel made quality dolls, it's so cheap looking. Of all the cool costumes Elton wore that they could have used for inspiration

    Sharon Vaughn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why did they not use Ken for this?

    BarBeeGirl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have 2 of these (is my handle making sense yet)

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    #17

    Barbie Signature Queen Elizabeth II

    Barbie Signature Queen Elizabeth II

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    Ben
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That does look like Helen Mirren

    BarBeeGirl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These sold for around $800 six months ago. Now you can one for $300

    Markus Holstein
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't this require, like, the approval of the royal family? How did they ever approve of this?

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    #18

    Teen Talk Barbie 1991

    Teen Talk Barbie 1991

    The dolls contained a voice box programmed with a random assortment of four phrases out of 270 possibilities, including "Will we ever have enough clothes?", "Let's plan our dream wedding!", "Want to go shopping?" and "Math class is tough", which was objected by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as detrimental to the effort to encourage girls to study math and science

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ALL of those listed phrases are hideously misogynistic. Ugh.

    Maxwell Collins-Posa
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shopping and math class: The old American Oppressors.

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    Saint Thomas
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It inspired the "Lisa vs Malibu Stacy" episode of the Simpsons ^^ In that episode, the Malibu doll also said things like : "My name is Stacy, but you can call me (wolf whistle) " or "don't ask me, i'm just a girl".

    Chewie Baron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that episode! There are so many quotable lines!

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    LokisLilButterknife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm reminded of the brilliant Lisa verus Malibu Stacey episode of the Simpsons. Lisa-Lionh...dcead6.jpg Lisa-Lionheart-64d2709dcead6.jpg

    the_avenging_knight
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Let's plan our dream wedding!", THIS IS SUPPOSED TO BE A TEENAGER! As a teen I was more concerned about my bike not breaking than my future marriage.

    ScarletRos
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friend had this. It had a posh English accent and said “let’s have a tea party!”

    Dani M
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had one!!!! It spoke German though :) wanted to go shopping and have ice cream

    Fly_Agaric_Frog (They/Them)
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shouldn't they encourage everyone to study math and science? Everyone can have a barbie! And they act like all girls want to go shopping and want to get married. 🙄 So annoying.

    Sharon Vaughn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm surprised it didn't say dumb things like, "Radical, Dude" or "Let's hang at the mall."

    bob the builder
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “what special things will she say to you?” creepy.

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    #19

    Barbie Video Girl Doll 2009

    Barbie Video Girl Doll 2009

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    Mycroft1967
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing could go wrong with a video camera in a doll.

    Jrog
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This doll was subject to a FBI alert that was so severely misunderstood that led to a media scare and it effectively killed the product. The FBI issued an internal memo to agents advising to check the eventual doll's video content in cases concerning child-related crimes. The American media outlets, well known for their balance and lack of sensationalism, whipped the whole thing into a scare about a doll designed and used to produce child p*rn. Mattel quickly pulled it from the lineup and is now a sought after collector item.

    Nice Beast Ludo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This doll was owned by one of the Turpin children and helped secure some rare footage of that family to use in court. Such a sad story

    PeepPeep the duck
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved this one as an adult 😆 I used it to film my cats when I went to work

    Ray Carrillo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I am watching you" Barbie, sounds like a security risk. Furby level observation.

    LokisLilButterknife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh boy, what could possibly go wrong here....?

    lisa m
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And now years later almost all kids have, phones, iPad s and laptops with cameras but "that's ok "

    Nitka Tsar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do not think we had this one here….

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    #20

    Barbie Scooby-Doo Ken As Shaggy

    Barbie Scooby-Doo Ken As Shaggy

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    Eva
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is he kinda…

    Zoe Vokes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why make it a Ken version? Why not make a Shaggy one and sell it as a Scooby Doo doll or as a Barbie universe tie-in? Surely more people like Shaggy than Shaggy-Ken.

    Bookworm
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a bit odd, since Mattel does the Disney Princess dolls as their own separate line modeled on the movie characters instead of the Barbie and Ken molds. I just bought a Mattel-made Flynn Rider doll (saving sale items for an annual Christmas toy drive) and he's definitely Flynn Rider, not Ken-dressed-as-Flynn Rider

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    Moon (They/Them)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is kinda amazing but also really, really, really bad 😆

    nancy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doll makers: "How can we make his hair look properly shaggy? How about a straight wig?"

    Griffy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just want the Scooby part.

    JK
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I dont think that's original, looks like maybe it's someone's home creation - it's not bad, just doesnt look the right quality you'd expect

    Abby Rexroth
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Instead on being on the gaunga he's on the roids.

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    #21

    Barbie Little Red Riding Hood And The Wolf

    Barbie Little Red Riding Hood And The Wolf

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought Little Red Riding Hood was a child and... not supposed to be sexy? :( I'll take the wolf toy, though! I'm gonna just pretend he's licking his lips because he's hungry and wants that... mysterious... orange... square... sandwich?

    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one gives off weird BDSM cosplay vibes.

    Isabella
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, the Red Hood's stockings! 😆

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wolf so short he is standing on a stump because otherwise he would look like he was trying to see up her skirt.

    Eva
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does it look like Taylor swift but with black hair-

    BWC
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of the Tex Avery Red Hot Riding Hood cartoons.

    Griffy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They just had to place the wolf eyeballing her....well...goods.

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    #22

    Birthing Dog Barbie Playset

    Birthing Dog Barbie Playset

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those of us who were young in the 90s will remember Puppy Surprise and Kitty Surprise. Our animal toys giving birth is nothing new! XD

    Nice Beast Ludo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I still have Puppy Surprise. Did ANYONE ever get one with five babies? The most any of my friends got was 3. I got 2.

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    Mel in Real Life
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah but unless the doggy had a c section this is all wrong!. lol

    Yagi-chan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought this one recently for my child….

    MadameMalfoy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    lmao my sister literally has this

    Nugget
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the baby carrier full of puppies 😍

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    #23

    Star Wars Barbie Chewbacca

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She... she killed him and is wearing his pelt?!

    Plebbit
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It appears she turned him into Chewparka!

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    Mistiekim
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She just looks like’s heading to the arctic tundra.

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks like some PETA folks attacked her fur coat with a Flowbee.

    Marla
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many Wookies died to bring us these fashion designs :(

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    Barbie’s unparalleled success has now been marked by a movie dedicated to the iconic doll; but long before its release, the name was everywhere thanks to another phenomenon—the Barbie Girl song. Released in 1997, the song about “life in plastic being fantastic” was presented by a Danish-Norwegian group, Aqua.

    #24

    McDonald's Fun Time Barbie And Kelly Dolls 2001

    McDonald's Fun Time Barbie And Kelly Dolls 2001

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    Pixie Peck
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can't have a fun time being a McDonalds employee. And the reason her baby sister is with her at work is because their employees get less than 20 hrs a week so they can't afford child care. Go ahead hate me. I said what I said.

    Marvin HeartofGold (she/them)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not hating, I've seen this a bunch irl. You're completely right.

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    Kandice Heiple
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Single mother Barbie working overtime at McDonalds.

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So.... minimum wage unskilled job and bring your toddler to work because you can't afford a sitter? Reach for the sky Barbie! /S

    bottomless.abyss.of.bordem
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fast food restaurants let you where shorts and bring babies???

    Emma London
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did she keep Kelly in the backroom during her shift?

    Gigachad
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Barbie, minimum wage edition...

    Found In A Dustbin.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly the little kid dolls are always creepy, this one isn't that creepy...

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    #25

    Rendezvous Barbie Masquerade 1998

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    Heather Talma
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is she inside a shelving unit?

    Sharon Vaughn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was this a souvenir from Mardi Gras?

    Nancy Lynch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mask has only one eyehole

    jTown608
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does the box she come in look like a torture device? 🤔

    bottomless.abyss.of.bordem
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the fashion show at the end of Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead.

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    #26

    George Washington Barbie

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    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one reads more Luvvy Howell from Gilligan's Island than George Washington to me.

    Jrog
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Generic late 1700s formal dress Barbie"

    Apollo
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need this also Washington did have a pink suit

    Marilyn Russell
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay that one is a bit of a weird stretch.

    Silre
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Here comes the General!"

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    #27

    Barbie Happy Family Neighborhood Grandpa Doll

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    Maxi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember these. Why can't dolls be old?

    Nerd Groupie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My kid would love grandparent Barbies. She wants a "family photo" that includes every age range

    Zoe Vokes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t get why the toy chest is full of children’s toys. Why doesn’t he have a newspaper, a cup of coffee, a TV remote, a pair of slippers…

    glowworm2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably for when the grandkids show up.

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    Redwitch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My kids would love grandparents dolls!

    MJ
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s Barbie’s sugar daddy.

    glowworm2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty good looking grandpa.

    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it just me or does grandpa look like a doll version of Colin Firth?

    sturmwesen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hallmark movie in the making?

    Joey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like Peter Gallagher! :-D

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    #28

    Barbie Collector Doll “Shoe Obsession“

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, I totally also keep my extra pairs of shoes in my mesh laundry bag, which I am also wearing as a dress for some reason.

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what we call my mom due to her shoe obsession and huge collection of them!

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "COME ON BOB! THE DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AND WE HAVE TO HAVE A NEW DESIGN!" "Yeah, okay. Don't worry, I'll come up with something". === And thus, "WTF was a thinking?" Barbie was born.

    possessedcat101 (she/her)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found my 6th grade ela teacher. That's where she is now!

    Fly_Agaric_Frog (They/Them)
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks kinda like the dresses I made for my dolls out of tissues. I was a weird little kid. (I didn't add shoes tho)

    brittany
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    reminds of the flip flop dress from Priscilla Queen of the Desert

    RiceRiceBaby 929
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How else can you wear all your shoes at once?

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    #29

    Karl Lagerfeld Barbie

    Karl Lagerfeld Barbie

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    Kitten Fenerty
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs to be higher cuz this is very weird

    Nicole Weymann
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first one that looks more likeable than their original - and by far the coolest!

    Holly Stevens
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one of the most expensive

    TheMagicOfBeingMia
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is not a Karl Lagerfield Barbie, the box is too fat. /s

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    #30

    Vintage 1965 Slumber Party Barbie “How To Lose Weight” Miniature Book

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    Tori Is Bored
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omfg thats nuts no wonder kids and adults have weight insecurities

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    maddie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's actually so messed up!

    Samsquatch & Monko
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s why girls starve themselves to be skinny 🤔🤔🤔🤔

    CORGI QUEEN
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    y'know in barbie land they think feminism is solved in the real world, but this, this is messed up

    Maggie Stephenson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Losing weight is so hard but gaining is so easy wish it was the opposite

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    #31

    Rappin' Rockin' Ken Doll 1991

    Rappin' Rockin' Ken Doll 1991

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Yo!" -as a child of the 90s, I can confirm that we did, indeed, often use the word "Yo!" Thus, this is an authentic doll.

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one should have been in the movie! It would have been hilarious.

    TheMagicOfBeingMia
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bring him back as well as earring magic ken.

    #32

    Rappin' Rockin' Barbie Doll 1991

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    Dahlia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So they have Ken and Barbie? Cool 😎

    Lauren Wilder
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember this doll. I loved the little boombox that came with it.

    brittany
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i think i had this one....

    Found In A Dustbin.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now take Ken's speaker and turn on both Barbie's and Ken's speakers.

    Dana J
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to have this Barbie!

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    #33

    Tattoo's Butterfly Art Ken1998

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    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Earring Magic Ken's "roommate."

    ZuriLovesYou
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let me guess, it's gay for men to like butterflies too?

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    Dana J
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are they all over the poor girls face lol

    Ben
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That one is more like Jared Leto.

    lisa m
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ken likes butterfly tattoos

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    #34

    Oreo Barbie 2001

    Oreo Barbie 2001

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    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For max cringe, this picture should have featured another black Barbie on the right.

    Sinclair13
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Badddddd...what were they thinking?

    BannedFromABoatShow
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell me you’re a company run by old white guys without telling me.

    Elizabeth West
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG! HAHAHA! Was this supposed to be a racially progressive product?

    Bookworm
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think they thought it through that far beyond the marketing tie-in. If they had, I doubt this would have made it to the shelves.

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    Bookworm
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, this got yanked from stores real quick

    Red Lotus 🪷
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I missing something? I really don't mean to be offensive in any way, but what's wrong with these Barbies?

    Elizabeth West
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oreo can be an offensive term for Black persons who are "acting white." As in, Black on the outside but white on the inside. Also a reference to a white person between two Black persons. https://myamericanmeltingpot.com/2018/09/07/oreo-barbie-cracker-barbie/

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    #35

    Barbie Totally Stylin' Tattoos 2008

    Barbie Totally Stylin' Tattoos 2008

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    Nina
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should have a comeback!

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never seen dolls or stickers listed by total net weight on the package. Saying it is 40 temporary tattoos makes sense. Telling me they weigh .01 ounce does not.

    Sharon Vaughn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ken had butterflies, while Barbie had "totally stylin'" tats. Interesting.

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    #36

    Barbie Wash & Watch 1991

    Barbie Wash & Watch 1991

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    Fuzzy bunny feet
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is that gross? I love my dishwasher. Would you rather her do dishes by hand?

    Duck Syone
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dishes are the least fun part of being an adult.

    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If only they changed color like Barbie’s did.

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    Samsquatch & Monko
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Barbie is allowed to do *anything* but wash the dishes/s

    setsuriseikou
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why? I thought everyone is supposed to have basic cooking/housekeeping skills

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    #37

    Vintage Barbie Baywatch Teresa 1994

    Vintage Barbie Baywatch Teresa 1994

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    Lakota Wolf (she/her)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When mid-90s is considered "vintage". Sigh. ::cries in old person::

    Upstaged75
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've been hearing songs from when I was in high school on the "oldies" radio station. Nearly wrecked my car the first time! When did I become so old?

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    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I actually have the Barbie version of this one, where she's wearing the iconic red swimsuit, and I even got the box signed by Erika Eleniak. (The original Baywatch Babe, before Pam.)

    PeepPeep the duck
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved those so much I ordered them as an adult when I collected, and played with them in the shower

    Maxi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved Teresa more than Barbie!

    #38

    Special Edition 1995 Kool-Aid Wacky Warehouse Barbie Doll

    Special Edition 1995 Kool-Aid Wacky Warehouse Barbie Doll

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    Rosillica
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the colors of the patches are inverted on the box-

    Zoe Vokes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the colours on the box drawing look way better.

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So ... a 90s doll wearing what loosely looks like a 70s outfit, packed in box with a 50s style vibe to it.

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    #39

    Kissing Barbie Doll 1978

    Kissing Barbie Doll 1978

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    Flisey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had one of these! She broke and was stuck in a permanent pucker

    MaryHadaLittleLamb
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this! There were tiny kisses all over everything I had!

    #40

    2010 Barbie Twilight Jane

    2010 Barbie Twilight Jane

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    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Just as expressive as the real actors!" /S

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    #41

    Hello Barbie

    Hello Barbie

    She talked and she listened and responded to what she heard through a microphone, sophisticated electronics and a Wi-Fi connection. The doll’s functions raised privacy violation concerns. Mattel discontinued the doll two years later

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    Maxwell Collins-Posa
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Parent consent required" What are they gonna do???

    Friendly neighborhood possum
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two years? It shouldn’t have been sold in the first place.

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amused that "Doll can not stand alone" disclaimer is dropped in there like it is one of the features.

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    #42

    Ken & Barbie As Romeo And Juliet Together Forever 1997

    Ken & Barbie As Romeo And Juliet Together Forever 1997

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    Chewie Baron
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does Ken look like a 43 year old widower taking a teenage second wife?

    BWC
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From a meme: Romeo and Juliet is not a love story. It's a 3 day relationship between a 13 year old and a 17 year old that caused 6 deaths. Sincerely, everyone who actually read it.

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forbidden love and suicide. Combine that with the dog that eats its own poop and you could have a really fun afternoon. /S

    Annie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they come with a tiny cup of poison & tiny dagger?

    LokisLilButterknife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They better come with a little dagger and vial of poison.

    Silre
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have this one. It's so pretty

    Potato
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Together forever" I guess a week feels like forever to teenagers lol

    Ozymandias73
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait till the kid finds out what happened to R and J

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    #43

    Coca-Cola Barbie Cheerleader Doll 2000

    Coca-Cola Barbie Cheerleader Doll 2000

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    Nina
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks tired of that sh*t already

    nancy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her pupils are dilated from all the coke

    David
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The box says Coke but the face looks more like valium and botched botox. /s

    #44

    2009 Heidi Klum Barbie

    2009 Heidi Klum Barbie

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    #45

    Elvis And Priscilla 2008 Barbie Doll

    Elvis And Priscilla 2008 Barbie Doll

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    The Phantom Stranger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Elvis and Priscilla 2008? Because every little girl wants a doll of a 30 years dead rock star and his ex-wife.

    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some Barbie dolls are not meant for playing and more of a display. I keep one Barbie doll that's for age 14 & up.

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    Alyssa Brown
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Creepy considering she was 14 when they met and he was 24

    microwaved mcdonalds fries
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my sister had the hawaii elvis ken doll idk where it is now tho :/

    Veronica Finocchi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wish I had this. My mom too!

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    #46

    Jude Deveraux The Raider Barbie & Ken

    Jude Deveraux The Raider Barbie & Ken

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    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because bodice-rippers make excellent back stories for children's toys. 🙄

    LokisLilButterknife
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somehow I don't think this Barbie and Ken are geared toward children...

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    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like a scheming social climber who marries a spoiled, bratty heiress solely for her family fortune.

    BWC
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks like she's been roofied.

    Purple Sprinkles
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love his eyeroll and her high asf eyes.

    #47

    Reba Mcentire Barbie

    Reba Mcentire Barbie

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    Mama Penguin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎵 My roots are planted in my past, though my life is changing fast. Who I am is who I want to be. A single mom who works too hard, who loves her kids and never stops. With gentle hands and the heart of a fighter. I'm a survivor. 🎵

    #48

    The Heart Family Barbie Kiss & Cuddle Set 1986

    The Heart Family Barbie Kiss & Cuddle Set 1986

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    #49

    Vintage Oreo Fun Barbie Doll 1997

    Vintage Oreo Fun Barbie Doll 1997

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    #50

    Friend Of Barbie Rosie O'Donnell Doll 1999

    Friend Of Barbie Rosie O'Donnell Doll 1999

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    BarBeeGirl
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't know why but my son in law gave me this one

    Xenon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just......why?

    #51

    Gigi Hadid Barbie

    Gigi Hadid Barbie

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    Xenon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's with the outfit?