Barbie Flip Phone from HMD
HMD, Europe’s leading smartphone manufacturer, has teamed up with Mattel to unveil the new Barbie Flip Phone.
Barbie’s Friend Ship from Mattel (1972)
In 1972, Mattel expanded Barbie’s world with the release of the Friend Ship playset.
Barbie’s Keys to Fame Game from Mattel (1963)
In the Barbie’s Keys to Fame Game from Mattel, players explored career aspirations.
Where’s the Fun From? – Barbie
In this installment from his YouTube series, Where’s the Fun From?, guest contributor Tim Walsh reveals the inspiration behind the Barbie fashion doll and how Mattel continues to evolve the Barbie brand.
Barbie the Movie Toys and Games from Mattel
Mattel celebrates the release of Barbie: The Movie with an abundance of movie tie-ins, including toys and games.
Barbie and The Rockers from Mattel (1986)
In 1986, Mattel released Barbie and The Rockers, its homage MTV-influenced rock ‘n roll fashion, and a rival to Hasbro’s Jem and the Holograms doll line.
The Strong National Museum of Play Launches Barbie Digitization Initiative
The Strong National Museum of Play announces a new project to digitize its collection of Barbie dolls, clothing, and accessories.
David Mansour, Barbie
David Mansour is a Barbie collector. In this edition of Collector Spotlight, David advocates for taking the dolls out of the box and explains how a birthday gift of seven dolls grew to a collection of 2,000.
Francie, Barbie’s Modern Cousin from Mattel (1966)
In 1966, Mattel released Francie Fairchild, a new fashion doll representing “the swinging teenage world that every little girl wants to join.”
Barbie’s Dream Boat from Mattel (1974)
Barbie and friends could take to the high seas in style when Mattel released Barbie’s Dream Boat in 1974.