Dolled up like that: Barbie gets makeovers from big designers

Mattel’s iconic doll will be the star of an exhibit in a private mansion, Le Molière, in Paris, France, on September 26 and 27. Makeover by Amish Boyish and Albertine. (AFP Photo)

Updated on: Jul 28, 2015 5:27 PM IST

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Mattel’s iconic doll will be the star of an exhibit in a private mansion, Le Molière, in Paris, France, on September 26 and 27. Makeover by Amish Boyish and Albertine. (AFP Photo)

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A model for young girls around the world, but also a fashion icon, Barbie transcends generations by adapting to the evolutions of the world that surrounds her. Makeover by Balzac Paris and Ba&Sh.

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Today’s Barbie represents more than 50 nationalities, and has successfully navigated from a career in architecture to veterinarian, journalist, astronaut and even fashion designer in just a few years. Makeover by Heimstone and Carolina Ritz.

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Year 2015 is the year of Barbie and fashion. It’s a story that’s already more than five decades old, but this year, the doll has taken another important step with the Barbie Fashionista line. Makeover by Maison Kitsuné and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.

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This version comes in eight skin colours, 14 face shapes, 18 eye colours, 22 hair styles and 23 hair colours. Another 100% fashion development: Barbie’s ankles are now jointed, which allows her to change shoes as she pleases. Makeover by Modetrotter and Laure de Sagazan.

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Ten examples from this new collection have also been photographed by legendary Studio Harcourt Paris, well known for photographing the biggest movie stars in the world. Makeover by Sakina M'sa (left) and Roseanna.