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Here's what Barbie has looked like through the years
Barbie has always been changing, albeit very slowly.
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Although Barbie's body hasn't changed much since she was introduced in 1959, her look certainly has. Barbie has been chasing trends for decades, and (like you) might be a little embarrassed about some of her past fashion choices. Here's a look at different Barbie models since the doll hit the market and changed the face (and body) of toys around the world.
1. 1959
Barbie was first introduced to the American public at the end of the Eisenhower era. Although the blonde swimsuit Barbie has become iconic, a model was also sold with brunette hair.
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2. 1960s
In the 1960s, Barbie became a lot more mod by cutting her hair and wearing hip clothing. More accessories were sold too, including stylish interchangeable bob haircuts.
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3. 1970s
Barbie grew out her hair in the 1970s, and her style got a little groovier too. Check out the crocheted skirt!
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4. 1980s
Reflecting TV programs like Dallas and Dynasty, Barbie started flaunting some elegant designs in the 1980s. She also got more use out of her can of hairspray.
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5. 1990s
Barbie started getting more diverse in the 1990s, but consumers still gravitated towards the original look of Barbie with blonde hair and blue eyes. The "Totally Hair" model (pictured) was the biggest selling Barbie ever for Mattel.
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6. 2000s
Barbie became slightly more realistic in the 2000s. Mattel changed the doll's look by slightly flattening the chest and widening the hips.
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7. Today
Mattel introduced three radically new body types for Barbie - curvy, petite, and tall. The company also introduced new skin tones and hairstyles that it says better reflects realistic body standards.
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