Barbie® at 65: London Exhibition Celebrates Icon's Evolution, Empowerment, and Inclusivity

July 4, 2024
Barbie® at 65: London Exhibition Celebrates Icon's Evolution, Empowerment, and Inclusivity
  • London's Design Museum is hosting Barbie®: The Exhibition, celebrating Barbie's 65th anniversary and her impact on design.

  • The exhibition spans different eras, from the original 1959 Barbie to the 1998 Fashion Savvy Uptown Chic Barbie, highlighting her evolution over the past six decades.

  • It features over 180 dolls, including rare space-themed Barbies and unique variations like pregnant and mermaid Barbies.

  • The showcase explores Barbie's changing homes and wardrobe to reflect societal attitudes, displaying her progressiveness with dolls representing diverse body types and disabilities.

  • Barbie is promoted as a symbol of empowerment and inclusivity, with over 260 professions represented and a feminist message.

  • Despite criticism for promoting unrealistic body standards, the exhibit portrays Barbie as a progressive figure.

  • The exhibition redefines the color pink as a symbol of optimism, confidence, and feminism.

  • Barbie's future remains uncertain, but plans for future innovations are already in the works.

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