There is more to Barbie than merely being a stylish doll, a sought-after collectible, or a well-known toy around the globe. Barbie is a society icon. She upholds the rights of women and fights for what is right in behalf of people all over the world. She has taken on a variety of roles, that of a princess, a ballerina and a presidential bet.
Made known to the public in 1959, Barbie was introduced in New York at the American International Toy Fair. She was dressed in a zebra striped swimwear and was given the title, "Teenage Fashion Model". Prior to her existence, little girls acting as mommies had only baby dolls as their "babies" to play with.
In 1961, Barbie met her little sibling, Skipper. She also made friends with Ken, Midge (who became her best friend) and Allan. Barbie's family eventually grew bigger. She soon had twin siblings -- Tutti and Todd. Also, she had horses, cats, dogs and many other animals as her pets.
Aside from her outfits and shoes, mansions and vehicles were created for Barbie. Ken never gave her such luxurious things. No, those cars, mansions and jewelries were not from him. Barbie acquired them all by herself from being a career woman. This depicted a realistic picture for little girls to see that a woman doesn't need a man to take care of her.
An independent woman that she was, she was capable of buying expensive and branded things for herself. However, she lived a more meaningful life other than living a life of luxury. Aside from being able to become a dentist, she has been able to teach people and treat sick animals. She has played societal roles -- soldier, ambassador for peace, a UNICEF representative, policewoman, firefighter, chef, and a paleontologist. Apart from being a flight stewardess, she even had a license to fly planes!
Barbie has shown that because of her undertakings, little girls can too become like her -- a woman who achieved her dream by putting her heart and mind into it. Barbie is not a mere American doll. She has been a cultural advocate, having taken the roles of a Spanish flamenco dancer, a princess of the Vikings, and a South African lady, which is one of the many reasons she is adored by children.
It is not surprising that one day, Barbie will represent each culture through her clothing and appearance. Designers and stylists alike want Barbie to put on their clothing this year. Movies become blockbuster hits if Barbie joins their cast.
Barbie has shown respect to Shakespeare's plays, King Arthur's tales, The Wizard of Oz, and Twilight. She is an inspiration to little girls worldwide that women can be successful in whatever role they have in life. She has inspired them to be independent and strong so that they will grow to be individuals capable of changing the world to a much better place to live in.
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