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Title: The History of Barbie 1959-2004


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The History of Barbie1959-2004
  • By
  • Deanna Estes

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1950s
  • Barbie was invented by Ruth Handler in 1959.
  • She debuted with arched eyebrows, side-glancing
    eyes, and bright red lipstick.

3
1950s
  • Barbies eyebrows quickly changed, as did her eye
    make-up.
  • This was done in response to Barbies sexy
    appearance.

4
1960s
  • The Bubble Cut hairstyle appeared in 1961.
  • The Swirl followed in 1962.

5
1960s
  • Barbie sported bangs in the mid sixties.
  • She experimented with wigs in 1964.

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1970s
  • Barbie was modeled after Farrah Fawcett in the
    seventies.
  • She also began walking and talking.

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1970s
  • Mattel was California Dreamin with the unveiling
    of Malibu Barbie in 1975.

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1980s
  • In the eighties, Barbie flashed a superstar
    smile, and bright, sparkling eyes.

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1980s
  • She was also in a rock band with her friends.

10
1990s
  • Barbie was ever popular in the nineties with pink
    hair as a mermaid.

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1990s
  • Mattel produced their highest grossing doll to
    date with Totally Hair Barbie in 1992.

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2000s
  • During the 21st century, Barbie experienced a
    slightly altered figure, and softened make up for
    a more elegant look.

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2000s
  • Barbie certainly has come a long
    wayshes even running for President! You Go
    Girl!

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References
  • Images
  • www.angelfire.com
  • www.barbieco.com
  • www.barbiecollector.com
  • www.collectdolls.about.com
  • www.dolls4play.com
  • www.ioffer.com
  • www.users.cybernet.be
  • Music
  • Barbie Girl By Aqua
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