The Barbie Dream Besties dolls encourage kids to share their unique talents with the world, just like Barbie 'Malibu'! Barbie 'Malibu' has dreams of owning her own makeup company help her chase her dreams with 11 different beauty-themed accessories, including a hairdryer, mirror and lipstick! The fashion doll also has long blonde, wavy hair for styling fun. The Barbie Dream Besties dolls inspire kids ages 4 years old and up to live out their dreams. Doll cannot stand alone. Colors and decorations may vary.The Barbie Dream Besties Barbie 'Malibu' doll shows that when you share your unique talents with the world, anything is possible! Barbie 'Malibu' dreams of owning her own makeup company! She comes with beauty-themed accessories, like her clutch, sunglasses, blow dryer, hand mirror, lipstick and blush as well as a phone and phone case. The doll is posable and is wearing removable fashions, like her pink peplum top, denim shorts, gloves and heels! Barbie 'Malibu' doll features long blonde, wavy hair, styled in a ponytail, with pink hair framing her face to show her expressive personality! The doll set makes a great gift for kids 4 years old and up, especially those who love makeup and styling!
Additional Information
- SKN: 843315
- ID: F4BBFAFA
- UPC: 194735243266
- MFR Number: HYC21
- Ship to Quebec: Yes
- Toysrus Recommended Age: 4 - 8 years
- Language: Bilingual
- Platform: Toy Book
Assembly
- Assembly Required: No
- Item Height: 12.75 inches
- Item Length: 2.37 inches
- Item Weight: 0.79 lbs
- Item Width: 8.50 inches
Batteries
- Batteries Included: No
- Batteries Required: No
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<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] Nouvelle tendance, mignonne, agréable et adorable, très belle Barbie apprécié par mes filles, souple grâce à ces articulations,elle passe de bon moment avec la poupée, j’adore les couleurs, belle emballage, attention aux petits objets ne convient pas aux moins de trois ans. Très bon rapport qualité prix, je recommande fortement.</span>
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<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] Cette nouvelle génération de barbie est juste parfaite. La poupée est plus grande et convient à partir de 4 ans. Les différents accessoires sont identiques aux vrais. Ce qui permet au petites filles de s inventer de réelles histoires. Le packaging est parfait. L entretien est facile. Ma petite fille adore jouer avec cette poupée, elle est ni trop petite ni trop grande. La taille idéale.</span>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-11-12</div>
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<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] Ma fille est fan la poupée est juste magnifique avec tout ses accessoires pour créer des histoires à l’infini
La qualité au rendez-vous comme d’habitude, elle est adaptée aux enfants à part de 4ans. L’emballage est parfait rien ne bouge dans la boîte.</span>
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<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] Une superbe poupée que ma fille va adorer pour Noël, un bon emballage. Le prix est correct. Il y a différents accessoires qui sont vraiment bien. Si vos filles aiment jouer aux barbies je recommande cette poupée.</span>
<div class="bvseo-pubdate">Date published: 2024-11-08</div>
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<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] Alors j'ai eu la fille la plus heureuse du monde. Cette barbie est juste magnifique. Les détails sont vraiment très réalistes. Elle est articulée en plus et fournit avec pleins d'accessoires. Je la trouve vraiment plus belle que les barbies classiques et ma fille est parfaitement d'accord avec moi. Juste un petit bémol pour les chaussures qui sont un poil trop grandes et ne tiennent pas bien. Sinon parfait je pense qu'elle commandera au papa noël les copines de la même gamme.</span>
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<span itemprop="name">Barbie Malibu DreamBesties : La Compagne de Jeu Durable et Sécurisée qui Enchante Ma Fille</span>
<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] La Barbie Malibu DreamBesties est un jouet apprécié pour sa durabilité, sa sécurité, et sa qualité de fabrication. Conçue pour résister aux jeux répétés, elle se distingue par des matériaux robustes et des finitions soignées, garantissant une utilisation durable. Elle répond également aux normes de sécurité, avec des accessoires bien adaptés aux enfants. Polyvalente, cette poupée offre de multiples possibilités de jeu, encourageant l’imagination dans divers scénarios. Légère et facile à manipuler, elle assure un confort optimal pour des heures de jeu plaisantes, ce qui ravit particulièrement ma fille.</span>
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<span itemprop="description">[Cet avis a été recueilli en réponse à une offre.] super cadeau ma fille a adorée. Très jolie Barbie avec ses petits accessoires. Je recommande vraiment elle est magnifique joliment maquillée .</span>
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<span itemprop="description">The Evolution of Barbie: A Cultural Icon and Its Impact
Barbie, the iconic fashion doll created by Ruth Handler and introduced by Mattel in 1959, has long been more than just a children's toy. Over the decades, she has evolved into a multifaceted symbol of societal shifts, gender roles, and cultural changes. As one of the most recognizable and enduring figures in popular culture, Barbie’s journey reflects not only the changing tastes of the toy industry but also broader transformations in gender expectations, beauty standards, and representation.
The Birth of Barbie
Barbie’s debut at the American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959, marked the beginning of a revolutionary shift in the toy world. Ruth Handler, inspired by the European fashion dolls she had seen during a trip to Germany, envisioned a doll that would allow young girls to imagine an adult world, offering them endless possibilities for play. Before Barbie, most dolls were baby dolls, designed to teach nurturing and caretaking roles. Barbie, however, was an adult woman with a career-oriented persona, offering a stark contrast to the nurturing mother figure. Her full name, Barbara Millicent Roberts, was an homage to Handler’s daughter, Barbara, and was intended to suggest that this new doll was more than just a toy—it was a symbol of independence and aspiration.
The first Barbie doll, dressed in a black and white striped swimsuit, was a reflection of the glamorous fashions of the late 1950s. She was marketed as a teenage fashion model, with a distinct, slender figure and an elegant, mature demeanor. At the time, Barbie’s physical appearance, with her exaggerated curves and adult features, stood in stark contrast to the childlike dolls that preceded her.
The Changing Image of Barbie
Over the years, Barbie’s image has undergone multiple transformations, often reflecting the changing cultural attitudes towards women, beauty, and gender roles. In the 1960s and 1970s, Barbie was portrayed as a fashionable, career-driven woman with a wide variety of professions, from astronaut to doctor to business executive. This shift was reflective of the changing roles of women in society, particularly as second-wave feminism gained momentum. Barbie was marketed not just as a homemaker, but as someone who could do anything—a message that resonated with young girls who were growing up in an era of increasing gender equality.
However, Barbie’s unrealistically thin, often stereotypically blonde appearance, along with her disproportionate body shape, began to draw criticism in the 1980s and 1990s. Critics argued that Barbie reinforced harmful beauty standards and unrealistic body ideals, perpetuating a narrow definition of femininity. For many years, Barbie’s physique became a point of contention, and debates over her influence on body image and self-esteem among young girls persisted.
In response to these critiques, Mattel made several attempts to modernize Barbie’s image. In the early 2000s, the company introduced more diversity into the Barbie line, offering dolls of different skin tones, hair textures, and facial features. Barbie began to take on more inclusive roles, representing a wider array of identities and experiences. This shift was partly influenced by the increasing focus on representation and diversity within the media, and it marked a departure from the more homogenous and idealized version of femininity that Barbie had embodied in her earlier years.
Barbie as a Cultural Reflection
Barbie’s cultural relevance cannot be overstated. As a toy, she has reflected the societal values, aspirations, and anxieties of the times. During the 1960s and 1970s, as women began to push for more rights and opportunities, Barbie became a symbol of empowerment, showing girls that they could pursue careers and dreams that were traditionally reserved for men. In the 1980s and 1990s, however, Barbie’s image became tied to concerns over consumerism and the commodification of beauty. Critics accused Mattel of reinforcing harmful stereotypes by producing a doll whose unattainable physical standards could negatively influence young girls' self-esteem.
In the 21st century, Barbie has been repositioned as an inclusive, empowering figure for all children, offering a broader range of possibilities for imaginative play. The introduction of dolls representing various body types—such as curvy, tall, and petite models—has helped to challenge conventional ideas of beauty, signaling Mattel's commitment to embracing diversity in its toy line. Barbie has also expanded her professional range to include more careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as roles that reflect the growing acceptance of non-traditional gender norms, such as gender-neutral dolls.
In 2016, the brand launched the "Barbie Dream Gap Project," an initiative aimed at addressing the gender gap in self-confidence, particularly in girls aged 5 to 10. This project was inspired by research showing that girls’ self-esteem drops significantly during these formative years. Barbie’s new line of dolls, which reflected more realistic body types, ethnicities, and career aspirations, was part of a broader effort to challenge traditional gender norms and foster positive self-image in young girls.
Barbie in Popular Culture
Beyond the toy shelf, Barbie has had a lasting impact on popular culture. She has appeared in television specials, films, and books, often portrayed as a character who embodies the ideals of beauty, style, and femininity, yet also serves as a source of empowerment. Barbie has been a subject of satire and critique as well, with cultural figures and academics questioning her role in shaping young girls' perceptions of themselves. Yet, despite the controversy, Barbie’s influence remains undeniable.
In 2023, the release of the live-action Barbie movie directed by Greta Gerwig provided a unique opportunity to engage with the doll’s cultural legacy. The film, which explores themes of identity, femininity, and societal expectations, has been praised for its self-aware critique of Barbie’s complicated legacy while celebrating the doll's role as a symbol of both empowerment and the embodiment of unrealistic standards.
Conclusion
Barbie’s evolution from a controversial symbol of unrealistic beauty to a more inclusive, diverse, and career-driven icon mirrors the ongoing changes in society’s views on gender, beauty, and identity. What started as a fashion doll for young girls has grown into a global phenomenon, reflecting the social issues of its time and contributing to the conversation about gender roles and representation. While the figure of Barbie continues to evolve, her enduring presence reminds us of the power of toys and media in shaping our perceptions and aspirations. As society continues to change, Barbie will undoubtedly continue to evolve—reinventing herself for the next generation, always striving to reflect both the hopes and challenges of the time.</span>
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