Barbie has changed in 50 years and here is how

Mattel’s Barbie has transcended boundaries of countries and culture to be a part of every little girl’s childhood. Here we take you through how our favourite dolly has changed. (MAtTEL)

Updated on: Jan 29, 2016 5:03 PM IST

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Mattel’s Barbie has transcended boundaries of countries and culture to be a part of every little girl’s childhood. Here we take you through how our favourite dolly has changed. (MAtTEL)

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The first Barbie was not blonde but dark haired with bangs (1959). (Mattel)

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Here are a few from 1960’s.

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Dancing Barbies in 1967.

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A splash of colour from 1968.

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Malibu Barbie on a bicycle in 1977.

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Playing Tennis in 1975.

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Another from 1970’s channelling the hippie vibe.

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A 1984’s Barbie in a workout gear.

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In 1980, Mattel introduced Hispanic Barbie as the market for ethnically diverse dolls grew.

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Barbie in 1989 wearing the perfect pink trench! (Mattel)

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1989’s “Barbie and The All Stars” collection. (Mattel)

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Ice Capades Barbie and Ken in 1990. (Mattel)

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“Ski Fun” series in 1991. (Mattel)

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Take a ride back to 1992. (Mattel)

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Presidential Candidate Barbie, 2000. (MAttel)

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Barbies wearing clothes designed specially by famous designers in 2015. (Mattel)

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Some more from 2015. (Mattel)

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To 2016, with it including dolls of all shapes and sizes. (MAttel)