Thursday 28 January 2016

Barbie dolls now come in three new body types and a variety of skin tones

Barbie, announced on Thursday that the iconic doll will now come in three new body types and a variety of skin tones and hairstyles. This is the first time the doll will be available in body types beyond its original stick-thin frame.

Mattel has been putting Barbie through a transformation for the past two years to bring the doll in line with realistic body standards and reflect the diversity of the kids playing with the dolls. Last year Mattel introduced 23 new dolls with different skin tones, hairstyles, outfits and flat feet, rather than the perpetually pointy ones meant to fit into sky-high heels.

Curvy, Tall and Petite dolls now stand proudly next to the  Original body.




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