Where Can I Buy Vintage Barbie Dolls?
Those that are avid collectors of the original Barbie dolls, the ones no longer made, appreciate a good find and are willing to pay for a doll in excellent condition. Because these dolls are so popular, they are hard to find. It's not impossible to find a vintage Barbie doll if you know some of the places that often sell them. The Internet Check on the Internet to find a vintage Barbie quickly. If you simply type in "vintage Barbie dolls" in Google, plenty of listings pop up. Most of these sites also carry the original clothing for Barbie. Because the vintage dolls ...
Vintage Swirl Ponytail Barbie
In 1964 Barbie hit a new phase of glamor, and it all began with the release of the Swirl Ponytail Barbie doll. Unlike the first six Ponytail Barbies that had their hair pulled straight back with bangs in the front, this new doll had her bangs combed to the left, resembling a swirl. Her hair was available in four different colors; Blonde, Brunette, Redhead and Platinum. (The Redhead boxes originally had Titian for the hair color, but was later changed to Redhead.) The dolls all had blue eyes and their eyebrows matched their hair color, but they did come in a variety ...
Vintage Ken Dolls
1961 - Mattel introduces Ken and his wardrobe. The first Ken stood twelve inches tall and was sold in a box, with fashion booklet, sandals, a towel and black wire stand. The first Ken was sold with flocked hair available as a blonde, a rare brunette, sold as a store exclusive, and dark brunette. 1962 - The first Ken doll's flocked hair would rub off easily so Mattel issued a new version of Ken in 1962 with painted hair. 1963 - This year, the painted hair on Ken shrunk a quarter of an inch to 11 3/4 inches! This oddball version of ...
Vintage Barbie Clothes
If you are a Barbie collector, or there is one doll that you would just love to see dressed up to the nines, you will find that there are a number of different places that you should look for some great vintage Barbie outfits. When you are thinking about finding the best vintage Barbie clothes out there, you will find that you are not alone; there are lots of people who are on the hunt to make their dolls the best-dressed, so keep some of the following tips in mind. First, think about what you are looking for. Are you looking ...
Vintage Barbie Dolls
Vintage Malibu Barbie Dolls
Vintage Malibu Barbie was introduced in 1971. It was available to purchase up until...
Vintage Swirl Ponytail Barbie
In 1964 Barbie hit a new phase of glamor, and it all began with the release of the...
Vintage Fashion Queen Barbie
Imagine if you will being a young girl or a doll lover of any age, when the vintage...
Vintage Barbie Accessories
Vintage Barbie Clothes
If you are a Barbie collector, or there is one doll that you would just love to...
Vintage Barbie Shoes
Barbie has always been envied due to her amazingly stylish wardrobe, her figure,...
Vintage Barbie Cases
Vintage Barbie dolls are known to be collectibles that are very hard to find, and...
Vintage Barbie's Family and Friends
Vintage Ken Dolls
1961 - Mattel introduces Ken and his wardrobe. The first Ken stood twelve inches tall and was sold in a box, with fashion booklet, sandals, a towel and black wire stand. The first Ken was sold with flocked hair available as a blonde, a rare brunette, sold as a store exclusive, and dark brunette. 1962 - The first Ken doll's flocked hair would rub off... [Read More About This Doll]
Vintage Francie Dolls
Francie was presented to the public in 1966 as Barbie's mod cousin. While Barbie wore sophisticated fashions, Francie wore modern style clothing made with bright colors and patterns. She was made slightly shorter than Barbie, although not as short as Skipper, leading the public to put Francie at an age between Barbie and Skipper. Francie was the first... [Read More About This Doll]
Vintage Skipper Dolls
In 1964 Mattel brought the Skipper doll out. The vintage Skipper dolls were supposed to be about 10 years of age. They were also Barbie's younger sister. Many moms liked the idea of skipper for their daughters who were a bit young for the older Barbie dolls. This introduction of Skipper came 5 years after the first Barbie was brought out. Just like... [Read More About This Doll]
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