More than a toy: 'I stopped counting after I had 500 Barbies in my collection', Culture
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Since 1959, the Mattel doll has represented inclusivity, diversity and progress, with some models being sought-after collectibles
Since 1959, the Mattel doll has represented inclusivity, diversity and progress, with some models being sought-after collectibles
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More than a toy: 'I stopped counting after I had 500 Barbies in my collection', Culture
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The History Of The Barbie Doll
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Think pink, think Barbie? How the doll changed the way we think about colour
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Hong Kong's Ning Lau makes Barbie-like dolls that wear Chanel, Hermès – a far cry from the paper dolls she made when she was poor
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Let's not forget the real star of Barbie: shameless product placement, Amelia Tait
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Toy story: A short history of awesome playthings
The Barbie Tribute Collection celebrates visionaries whose incredible contributions have helped shape and impact culture. Lucille Ball was an American TV actress whose comedic genius and incredible business acumen cemented her as a television icon and a trailblazer for women in entertainment. After producing and starring in I Love Lucy in 1951 she went on to become the first woman to own a major studio after obtaining ownership of Desilu Productions in 1962.
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Lucille Ball Barbie Tribute Collection Doll
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Early Weekend Estimates: BARBIE ($155M+) and Nolan's OPPENHEIMER ($75M+) Drive Historic Weekend as 'Barbenheimer' Craze Takes Over Cinemas - Boxoffice
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Barbie The Movie Doll, Margot Robbie as Barbie, Collectible Doll Wearing Blue Plaid Matching Set with Matching Hat and Jacket : Toys & Games
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That Time Barbie and I Had an Epiphany - Dame Magazine
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In Mansfield, a one-of-a-kind collection of black dolls - The Boston Globe
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More than a toy: 'I stopped counting after I had 500 Barbies in my collection', Culture
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Naturalistas Fashion Pack Coffee Casual 7-Piece Outfit and Accessories Set for 11.5-Inch Tall Naturalistas Dolls, Designed and Developed by Purpose Toys : Toys & Games
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The Ubiquitous Barbie, Looking back