Barbie over the years

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After 50 successful years Barbie is still going strong, but not without a little controversy. Here's everything you need to know about this iconic toy!

Growing up with Barbie 1959 -1997 16 x 20 Poster | eBay

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Over the years, Barbie has had seven siblings: Skipper, Stacie, Chelsea, Krissy, Kelly, Tutti, and Todd. | 18 Surprising Things You Don’t Know About Barbie

Since the release of the iconic Barbie doll in 1959, however, it has changed quite a bit, changing along with the ideals that society set for women. Tumblr user Tenaflyviper collected headshots of barbies from every year since 1959 and combined them in collages so we can watch them evolve.

Barbie knock off doll made using real teen's measurements

The first Barbie doll hit shelves in 1959. Barbies have offered broader representations of race, body type, and careers over the years.

Barbie has truly lived a thousand lives.

Explore M St Claire's 3761 photos on Flickr!

Fashion doll changes with the times, causing vintage models to fetch a pretty penny

1987 Island Fun Barbie

2002 Barbie DANCE and FLEX - Blonde 57405 - Bendable Soft - Flex Body - Pink tote, pink water bottle and pink boom box radio - Mattel

Pink & Pretty Barbie. Always one of my favorites.

A look at the entries exhibited in the 7th Annual Altered Barbie Exhibit Barbie Gone Bad featuring art made with Barbie dolls.