Barbie Biography
SHE Canada Magazine|Issue 2 2018

Making forts, building legos, and playing with dolls creates a sense of nostalgia for many.

Alaina Pawlowicz
Barbie Biography

There are some toys that survive this test of time and this is one of those toys. Barbie has been around since 1959 and today the famous doll continues to move forward in terms of ethnic diversity and size. Originally known for her white skin, blonde hair, and tiny waist, Barbie has come a long way and has made some important strides for young women throughout her history. From humble beginnings as a career-driven role model to recently releasing the Hijab Barbie, many girls can now look at the ethnic doll and finally relate to the icon. In this day and age, young girls of different sizes and skin colour can find a Barbie that makes them feel accepted and inspires them to be who they are. Several pivotal moments occurred over time to get to this point – here’s a look at some of them!

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