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.

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1950s

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

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1960s

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

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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.

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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