The childhood dream of any girl is, of course, a gorgeous and unique Barbie doll, which they look up to and strive to match the standards of her beauty. Such a stylish, elegant and beautiful New York lady is admired even by adults. Few people know that this beauty is over 50 years old and has a whole history behind her.

The year of her birth, or rather her graduation, is 1959, and her place of birth is the USA, Wisconsin. Full name dolls - Barbara Millicent Roberts, which she received from her creator Ruth Handler. For my long life the doll tried on many images and professions, created an excellent modeling career and became a real brand in the fashion industry. Barbie also managed to be a representative of different nationalities and cultures, become the most expensive doll in the world and be included in all possible lists, both pleasant and not so pleasant. And now we will find out what the most beautiful Barbie doll in the world is.

Barbie - Greek goddess

The purest and most sincere Barbie doll came out in the form of a Greek goddess. We are so used to seeing her as a socialite that this image surprised us very much and captivated us with its beauty and unusualness.

Beautiful bride

This stylish and elegant doll is beautiful in any outfit, but the bride's outfit suits her especially. Barbie in a bride's dress is simply amazing and dazzlingly beautiful, look for yourself, she captivates the eye.

Hollywood celebrity

Yes, a Barbie doll can also radically change its appearance and become very similar to. Only she doesn’t do plastic surgery, but undergoes repainting, that is, washing off the old face and applying a new design according to the artist’s idea. Look what comes out of this...

Stylish and sassy

The beauty of this doll can be envied. Her sweet smile drives you crazy, but she also has her own character. For example, the shy Barbie can be daring, arrogant, but also elegant at the same time. And here are some examples of photos...

Perfection itself

The famous fashion designer Coach created a very stylish and exclusive outfit for fashionista Barbie. In your plaid, classic Tattersall trench coat, suede skirt, striped jumper, sandals and even stylish sunglasses Brunette Barbie is simply unsurpassed! And the red Duffle bag completes the whole look of this beauty, because every woman knows that accessories are everything.

The youngest and most talking

In 2016, an amazing and still exclusive doll from the Mattel brand called HELLO BARBIE was released. The fact is that this very cute talking doll. She can not only speak, but also listen and record the voice of her interlocutor.

This image of Barbie’s favorite is not at all surprising, because the Statue of Liberty is a national treasure and pride for Americans, and the doll in this role is simply magnificent.

A very unusual image for the beautiful Barbie is the image of the Moon Goddess. Even in this role, the doll is very elegant and confident. It's as if being a goddess is a normal thing for her. This beautiful doll was designed and created by renowned designer Bob Mackie and is part of a series of dolls called "Goddesses".

Barbie and her friends diamonds

One of the most expensive dolls in the world is considered to be a doll from the famous jeweler Stefano Canturi. She is expensive for two reasons: firstly, her necklace is studded with pink Australian diamonds. And secondly, it was created for a very noble purpose, for charity. The organization fighting breast cancer received the entire amount from the sale of this charming blonde, and this is no less, but 300 thousand dollars.

Grace and sophistication

A very bright blonde in a shiny pink outfit will not leave anyone indifferent. This is real grace and sophistication. As you know, our beauty loves this color very much and it suits her. See for yourself and admire this doll lady...

Quite recently the Internet has conquered new image popular doll in hijab. Muslim Barbie was created by an ordinary medical student in Nigeria named Hanefa Adam. Since the American doll was banned for a long time and was not sold in Muslim countries, Adam decided to show the whole world that their clothes can also be very stylish and elegant. She buys her childhood favorite dolls that she could only dream of and dresses them in clothes that she wears herself.

The doll in the image of a successful ballerina looks very gentle and natural. It turns out that our Barbie is beautiful in any way and can do everything in the world. Look at her and her fouetté - it’s a divine sight...

The most beautiful brunette

Barbie is true perfection and it doesn’t matter what her hair color, skin color, outfit or profession is. We are used to seeing our beauty in the image of a chic blonde, but the image of a brunette, which the doll tried on more than once, also suits her very well. See for yourself and see...

Asian beauty

Over time, the doll of the famous brand began to transform into other nationalities, and this is how Asian Barbie was born. The image, of course, is new and a little unusual, but no less beautiful and perfect.

Doll of African origin

Every self-respecting girl takes care of her figure. And Barbie is no exception. She can do yoga, gymnastics, skiing and even tennis. For the Barbie series of athletes, the company has developed special dolls whose arms and legs bend.

In conclusion, I would like to talk about Barbie dolls - real queens. There is an image of the doll as Marie Antoinette, the Egyptian Queen, Queen of the Dark Forest, and also as Kate Middleton herself. As you can see, queens are different, just like Barbie dolls.

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Every 3 seconds, one Barbie doll is sold around the world. Over the 58 years of her existence, she has changed many professions and images: from a blonde with model appearance to an IT developer with a ponytail and a simple T-shirt. It seems that this is the secret of her popularity: Barbie is changing along with the world, and in this article you will see her most unusual roles.

Barbie simply changed outfits and professions from year to year, and people themselves looked for the hidden meaning in her images, came up with it, then they themselves protested and fought against it. This amazing process took place for more than half a century, about which the writer Linor Goralik wrote a whole book.

website will tell you how it happened.

Ruth Handler once watched her daughter Barbara play with adult paper dolls, changing their outfits and giving them adult roles. She was tired of playing baby dolls for a long time. This is how the idea of ​​creating an “adult” doll for girls came about.

1. Barbie for adults

1959 The prototype of Barbie was the Heinz Frank doll, Lilly, the heroine of popular German comics. In the story, a sexy busty blonde in pin-up style scams fat cats out of money and gifts. The doll was not originally intended for children, but was sold in tobacco stores and adult stores.

Mattel bought the rights to this doll - Lilly stopped producing it.

It’s hard to believe, but then, in 1959, all suppliers refused the doll, citing the fact that there would be no demand for it. The first Barbie looked about 30 years old, she had “heavy” makeup and unnatural shapes of her face and body. But on the retail market the doll sold out instantly. The parents protested, but the girls were delighted.

A year later, the company slightly changed the “coloring”: lighter eyebrows were rounded, the eyeliner of the lower eyelid disappeared.

2. Barbie for gender equality

1960 The struggle of feminists in the early 60s for gender equality did not go unnoticed by manufacturers. The doll got her first profession - fashion designer. The recognizable image of Barbie, which by that time was already sold in many countries, in turn, served as a catalyst for the movement for women's rights around the world.

In total, Barbie had 80 different professions - from modeling to “men’s”.

3. Doll “like mom”

1961 Barbie the motorist, fashion designer, singer, ballerina, nurse, teacher, flight attendant, fireman - the girls were crazy about the doll. She dressed like a mom, went to work like a mom, wore makeup and hair like a mom, and was the perfect role model. Barbie was labeled as a consumer doll, a fashionista doll with an obsessive fascination with rags.

In fact, Ruth Handler wanted to create a doll that children could play with, dress it up, comb it, style it, play with it in every possible way, and imitate situations from adult life, and thereby instill good taste in girls. By the way, Barbie's total different years There were 19 types of hairstyles, and her clothes were designed by more than 75 designers.

4. Teenage pregnancy or family image?

1963 Barbie now has a married best friend, Midge. One day the company created a set of " Happy family", where Midge had an inserted plastic belly with a baby inside, her grown child next to her along with Barbie, Ken as a paramedic. It would seem that the girls were shown an image of family and motherhood. But critics also found something to complain about: the new image of the dolls encourages teenage pregnancy among young people.

5. Barbie dances a twist and turns at the waist

1967 Due to numerous reproaches from parents about Barbie's adulthood, the company released a doll with a child's face. She had blush all over her cheek, discreet makeup, and a rounded oval face. The doll lasted only 3 years - children who were used to seeing Barbie as an adult did not accept it.

Cruise missile specialist Jack Ryan came up with hinges for her so that the doll's waist could turn, elbows, knees and wrists could bend - the twist dance was very popular at that time. Later, Barbie "gets carried away" different types sports, for example, Barbie Ballerina was specially designed to perform splits, pirouettes and other ballet steps.

6. A man is also an accessory

1968 Ken was discontinued because he was not very popular. He was essentially playing the role of another Barbie pet, and critics accused Mattel of giving girls the wrong idea about gender relations.

But a year later Ken had to be returned. As it turned out, he played a much larger role than just a companion doll for sale. It turned out that Ken was protecting the sexy and free-thinking Barbie from unnecessary questions from children and parents. Essentially, he was protecting the woman's reputation.

7. The first black doll

1969 During these years, there was a struggle of blacks in the United States for equal civil rights. Ruth Handler created Barbie's black friend, Christie. Thus, the company earned the loyalty of the African-American population, and the doll itself influenced the tolerant views of many generations of children and adults.

8. Farewell to Lilly

1972 Until now, all Barbies squinted to the left, like the Lilly doll from the comics. Now Barbie has finally begun to look straight and generally look more natural. Her lips were no longer folded into a bow and her smile was slightly open, her hair was falling naturally, and there was almost no makeup.

9. Famous smile and blue eyes

1977 Thanks to the popular TV series “The Brady Bunch” in the 70s, the doll acquired the famous “California smile”, a round, joyful, open face, an upturned nose, a girlish blush and painted eyelashes. These years saw the peak of popularity, and this face has become the most recognizable face of Barbie throughout the world to this day. There were 19 Barbie dolls in total. different forms bodies and faces.

10. Racial equality around the world

1980 The “Dolls of the World” series is the fruit of global globalization: black Barbie, Spanish-speaking, “oriental”, Italian Barbie, Parisian and even the Queen of Great Britain. Now even mothers were happy to buy dolls for themselves and play with them, hiding behind an adult hobby. The Barbie collection already includes dolls with 11 skin colors and 9 eye colors.

11. Barbie and charity

1980 The company produces collectible Barbies, the proceeds of which go to charity. For example, a doll from Australian designer Stefano Canturi cost $302.5 thousand: she was wearing a pink diamond necklace and a diamond ring. The proceeds from its sale at Christie's went to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Another collectible Barbie from 2007, wearing a deep red dress, was released in support of the nationwide movement to combat cardiovascular disease.

12. The children didn’t like the Barbie that parents demanded.

1983 Parents continued to demand a change in appearance, and the company released Barbie in a pseudo-children's image: a more rounded face, a button nose. Parents liked the rosy Barbie - “angelic face”, but again the children did not like it, and the production of the doll ceased.

13. Barbie - “day-night”

1985 Women have proven that they have the right to build a career on an equal basis with men, and numerous innovations have made it easier to care for children, and social structures have emerged that give single mothers the opportunity to work full time. This is how businesswoman Barbie appears - “day-night”: during the day - business suit, in the evening - a dress for going out.

It is interesting that only Barbie had all the achievements and successes, for which Mattel was also repeatedly accused. But in practice, male dolls are not popular, and parents simply would not always buy a set like “Barbie and Ken - Lawyers” for their children.

14. A world without adults

1987 Barbie's world has everything. Except adults. She is the most beautiful, smart, dexterous, but she herself has no one to follow as an example. Worse yet, she constantly has younger sisters, and her parents again disappear to God knows where. In total, Barbie has 70 friends and relatives.

In 1987, grandmother and grandfather dolls appear at Midge's friend. Their place is mainly in the kitchen as a service staff; in comics, parents sometimes bring their grandchildren to tinker with, and then disappear to have fun with Barbie. This is the image of elders that is transmitted to children. Although the children themselves are happy to play with dolls as caring and kind grandparents, whom they apparently miss so much.

15. Barbie breaks stereotypes

1991 In 1994, the Education Equity and Career Choice Bill was passed. Mattel, as always, reacted sensitively and back in 1991 released a number of dolls with professions traditionally occupied by men: flight squadron commander, astronaut, pediatrician, veterinarian and firefighter. Barbie served in the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps.

16. Barbie, scandals and sex

1992 From the very moment of her appearance, Barbie stubbornly broadcasts a double signal. On the one hand - feminine, sexy, free. On the other hand, the manufacturer always insists on Barbie's innocence and constantly sues artists and poets who present her as a sex object.

Indeed, some collectible dolls look very provocative: lace stockings with garters, sexy lingerie. But they have old-fashioned, exaggerated faces that are not attractive to little customers.

17. Irrepressible blonde

1992 Barbie appeared who could speak 300 phrases. She displeased parents with her phrases: “Math lessons are too difficult,” “I like shopping!”, “Do we have enough clothes?” The image of Barbie, an irrepressible blonde, promoted a consumer lifestyle and neglect of education to children.

Even Kenneth Handler himself, the son of Mattel's founders, protested that the doll could "care" about more than hair length, shopping and going to the beach.

18. Obsessed with accessories

1997 Sometimes it seems that this whole obsession with tiny accessories is reaching the point of madness: a comb for dogs, tiny houses with real electricity and working electrical appliances, cosmetics for a doll. Barbie had 40 pets. The fictional world is frightening in its realism.

On the other hand, accessories have always been the main indicator of a high-quality doll, and it seems inappropriate to condemn manufacturers.

19. Becky's friend in a wheelchair

1997 Mattel created a Becky doll in a wheelchair for children with disabilities so that they don't feel handicapped. And also for healthy children, to teach them the idea that other people should be treated with respect and understanding.

Despite the success of sales, the doll was discontinued. Her stroller would not fit through the dollhouse door. In addition, Barbie's entire line of outfits and accessories did not match Becky's; everything would have to be changed completely.

20. Sugary perfection

1998 It is believed that Midge and other Barbie friends were created in order to main character she could show off her intelligence, beauty, taste, talents, and luxurious attire. The girlfriends seem to be pulling all the everyday problems of the real world onto themselves: Becky in a wheelchair and the married Midge, who has given birth twice, as a lightning rod against accusations of an overly ideal and sleek image of a doll. A study from the University of Bath found that girls go through a phase of hating Barbie: breaking it, tearing out its hair, baking it in the microwave.

It's funny, but the not-so-standard beauty of Barbie's girlfriends attracts more attention. For example, Barbie - Olympic champion less interesting as a person than Becky, the Olympic champion for the disabled.

The Barbie doll is one of the most famous toys for girls, released back in the 20th century, whose popularity continues to this day. The famous doll was first presented at the American Toy Fair in 1959, but it took about 10 years for it to appear on store shelves across America. Having perfect body and impeccable style, the iconic toy became a role model for many and remains so to this day. We invite you to go on a fascinating excursion, from which you will learn how Barbie's appearance has changed over time.

Barbie, 1959

The very first Barbie, a blonde with a ponytail, went on sale in 1959, her debut took place at the New York Toy Fair, and then cost $3. This girl's full name is Barbie Millicent Roberts. She is originally from Willows, Wisconsin.

Barbie - fashion designer, 1960

Although Barbie is now one of the most famous blondes, at that time she was also a brunette. In this photo of Barbie, the fashion designer is holding her portfolio of clothing sketches. See below how her style has changed since the 60s.

Barbie Singer, 1961

Since the 60s, Barbie dolls have had new color hair - "Titan" - which in those days was called a red shade. In addition to the singer, the famous doll was a nurse, ballerina and flight attendant.

Girl in Red, 1962

Just look at this red coat! And this voluminous hairstyle! This “voluminous” look has not gone too far from today’s catwalks.

Career Barbie, 1963

Doesn't this costume look like a modern costume? business woman? At that time, Barbie began to imitate strong women of her era, including Grace Kelly and Jackie Kennedy.

Miss Barbie, 1964

Not sure about the hat, but how could you not love this swimsuit with a frilly skirt? Miss Barbie was the first doll with bendable legs and eyes that open and close. She was also the first to have her own set of wigs.

Barbie Magic Color, 1966

Barbie had two hair colors - Golden Blonde and Midnight, then they changed to Crimson Fire and Ruby Red, respectively. Also, her packaging converted well into a wardrobe. Mattel really put it to work best ideas, thinking through everything to the smallest detail.

Rotating Barbie, 1967

In the turbulent 60s, girls became so active and danced the twist tirelessly... Barbie also became active. In addition to a new, younger face, new eyelashes and shiny hair, Barbie also gained the ability to turn at the waist.

Barbie Fashion Schemer, 1968

A short dress, a fur coat, a hat, a chain belt, stockings and boots - it seems like this is too much for one girl, but Barbie looks great in this outfit.

Barbie in mini and maxi fashion, 1970

If Barbie wants to be noticed, a raincoat with a collar made of faux fur turquoise is a great way to achieve this. And why not? The 70s came, everything became more fun and funnier

Barbie Flower Child, 1971

Need I remind you that this was in 1971? This Cher-inspired Barbie took hippie fashion to the next level.

Busy Barbie, 1972

So much to do, so little time! Let's see. I need to call there, listen to these records, watch TV and go on a business trip, for which this tiny suitcase will be enough for me.

Barbie Olympic skier, 1975

Just look at her outfit! It seems the Olympic Village was sold piecemeal (as was Ken the Skier's gold medal).

Barbie on roller skates, 1981

Who needs a helmet with hair like that? Barbie on roller skates was ready for life in earthly paradise. Strangely enough, roller skating Ken was wearing the same clothes.

Barbie on a date, 1983

Yeah, few of us would choose this dress on a first date with a guy. But have you seen Barbie's boyfriend? It may be worth reconsidering your dating strategy.

Barbie - day and night, 1985

Every business girl should have an outfit like this: an evening outfit under a raincoat. But no one knows where she puts the briefcase.

Barbie and the Rockers, 1986

The rise of MTV gave music a new meaning, and a few years later Barbie would have her own band!

Fashionable Barbie, 1988

A T-shirt tied in a knot is the only feature that has not yet returned to fashion. And thank God.

Barbie - Air Force Pilot, 1991

In 1989, Barbie joined the army in a uniform that was approved even by the Pentagon. Two years later, Air Force Pilot Barbie tried to hide her bouffant hairstyle in that tiny cap, but apparently she couldn't.

Barbie - Rapper, 1992

Yes, it happened... And that same year, Barbie ran for president! Of course, the outfits of Rapper Barbie and Candidate Barbie were very different.

Barbie - Scuba Diver, 1994

Scuba diving has joined Barbie's long list of activities. And how soon does she have time for everything?

Fashionable Barbie, 1996

In the provocative 90s, Barbie's style took on a "mourning" tone with this model in black.

Barbie in Harley Davidson style, 1997

Just give her the bike and she's ready to ride!

Barbie in blue, 1998

Remember overalls and blue hair? Barbie remembers. She also had a ring on her thumb.

Businesswoman, 1999

Just look at the size of her cell phone! Barbie Businesswoman had it all! Looks like she had everything in that bag on her shoulder.

Barbie Presidential Candidate, 2004

What would a presidential candidate be without a neat red suit? It looks like Hillary Clinton borrowed something from this Barbie model - she let her hair down.

Barbie - producer, 2005

She is tough and doesn't know the answer "no". Although, in this photo she looks more like a secret agent than a producer.

Barbie IT engineer, 2010

In 1992, the talking Barbie doll caused a stir with the phrase “Math lessons are too hard.” However, by 2010, Barbie was already wearing a T-shirt with a binary code.

Barbie doll 2015

Barbie mermaid doll with wind-up mechanism. After winding up, the doll will begin to rotate its tail.

12 March 2014, 15:32

March 9th marked the 55th birthday of our all-favorite Barbie doll, a doll that more than one generation of girls around the world grew up playing with.
Two Barbie dolls - a blonde and a brunette - were introduced to the world on March 9, 1959 in America, Wisconsin. Her "mom" is Ruth Handler. Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. At that time, few could imagine that a children's toy would become a cult product and acquire a house, a car and a family. In just over half a century, Barbie has become a truly iconic doll, around which there is constant hype.

The doll on the left is the first Barbie.

Barbie dolls are produced by the American company Mattel. These dolls are sold in 150 countries around the world. In Europe, the doll began to be sold in 1961. Barbie has a friend Ken, a sister Stacy, etc. The first Barbie doll was introduced in 1959. She was presented in two versions - blonde and brunette.

Barbie has had a career in many fields - from a doctor and a rock singer to a presidential candidate. The biggest “celebrity” in the Barbie family was supermodel Twiggy. It began selling in 1967. Also in 1992

Barbie began her career as a military medic, and Mattel released khaki-colored “military-style” suits. There are many analogues of Barbie produced around the world - “pirated” and official. The Muslim analogue is the Fulla doll.

The very first Barbie cost three dollars, but dresses and accessories for the doll had to be purchased separately. At first, the doll caused wary responses in society - many considered Barbie vulgar, but she quickly gained popularity among schoolgirls

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In 1961, a Ken doll was released to accompany Barbie. Later, she also had “relatives,” and Barbie herself turned from an adult woman into a teenager.

Before 2000, Barbie had a rotating waist and no belly button. After 2000, Barbie's body changed somewhat. The chest has become smaller, the waist has stopped rotating, the arms can be moved to the sides and the shins have narrowed. The hips have become wider and the legs, like the arms, are now spread to the sides. And the belly button appeared.

As a result, the Barbie doll became a cult favorite. FIAT even presented a special model of its car - 500 Barbie, painted in pink. The event was dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the doll.

Today, Barbie is one of the most popular children's toys in history. The character is used in cartoons and advertising campaigns, a number of children's magazines, and a Barbie-themed cafe has appeared in China, opened under license from the doll's manufacturer.

Barbie was not left without a friend. Ken was born on March 11, 1961 and was half an inch taller than his girlfriend (a centimeter and a quarter), and wore red bathing shorts and cork-soled sandals, carrying with him a yellow beach towel.

Already in 1961, Ken appeared in a television commercial with Barbie. And they named their new friend Barbie in honor of the son of the creator of both dolls - Kenneth.

From the very beginning, Ken caused a lot of trouble for the designers. The question of visual proof of Ken's membership in the male half of humanity caused serious disagreement among designers and creative directors at Mattel. We settled on releasing a boy doll wearing shorts with obvious bulges. But, apparently, something went wrong at the manufacturing factory, and Ken was released without any male sexual characteristics.

During his life, Ken, like Barbie, has undergone many changes.
Barbie and Ken

Barbie images

This is what Barbie would look like if she were a real woman.

There are girls who devote their lives to the Barbie style, changing their appearance in order to completely resemble the famous doll.

Valeria Lukyanova

Odessa resident Valeria Lukyanova became famous after her photographs appeared on the Internet. A girl with an impossibly thin waist, big breasts, big eyes and flawless skin have raised doubts about whether she is a real person. Valeria, who looks exactly like a Barbie doll, uses clothes and makeup, as well as magnifying contact lenses, to transform into the famous plastic girl. she herself denies that she has been through a lot plastic surgery, experts believe that in order to achieve such an appearance, it was necessary to undergo more than one surgical procedure, including breast augmentation and removal of ribs. Despite weighing 45 kg, she is on a liquid diet and is afraid of gaining weight.

Justin Jedlica - Living Ken

Justin Jedlica underwent 90 different plastic surgeries to look like his Ken doll. A 32-year-old American man inserted silicone implants into his buttocks, abdomen, biceps, triceps and other parts of the body. Doctors believe that such an amount of silicone can be life-threatening, but the man still strives for perfection and wants to correct the shape of his nose.

Sarah Burge

British woman Sarah Burge spent about $600,000 on operations to look like Barbie.

Dakota

Dakota, or as she is also called KotaKoti, is an American living in Japan, who became famous thanks to her appearance similar to a Barbie doll and an anime heroine.