I (like the rest of the world) went a little ape this weekend with the release of the new Barbies. And why shouldn’t we? This is big news! It’s so cool that one day my future daughter can play with Barbies that looks just like her and her friends.
I have been a “Barbie Girl” since I was old enough to know what that was. I dressed like her for Halloween on more than one occasion. “Barbie Girl” was my ringtone in middle school. I had more outfits and plastic tubs of Barbies than I knew what to do with.
Then God blessed me with a sister who, unbelievably, loved playing with Barbies even more than I did. I got to extend my Barbie playing years well into late elementary school days with her.
I wanted to be Barbie. She could have any job she wanted and looked amazing doing it. I think she is an incredible role model. Little girls can dream of being astronauts, CEOs, professors, and doctors. Now girls can dream of having any job they want AND play out these dreams with a doll that looks just like them.
I’m so excited about this change. Looking at Barbie’s website is just like looking at my best friends getting ready for brunch. I see people I know in every face….including me! There I am…blonde hair, blue eyes, hand on her hip, a little junk in the trunk and big calves. No thigh gap in site.
So, of course, I ordered her. I’m putting her right in my office to be a constant reminder of little girl Hel, who believed she could be Barbie. Because I too can achieve my dreams with or without a thigh gap.
Now if I could just get a “Dad Bod Ken.”
What do you think about the new Barbies?
I think the new Barbies are amazing! I love that they are promoting real bodies and I am tempted to buy a barbie for me. Growing up I hung out with my cousins who were more like brothers to me and while we played Legos 95% of the time, there were a few times I convinced them to play Barbies with me ha ha!
I think the new Barbies are awesome. I had a million Barbies when I was younger and Im seriously considering getting a "curvy" Barbie.
HAHAHAHA Dad Bod Ken. YES! I love that they are making this change with Barbies too. I loved Barbies growing up and had so much stuff and accessories for them. Oh man, the good ol' days!
These new Barbies are so amazing. How cool that you found one that looks like you!
Where have the new Barbies always been?! So happy that these realistic ones are finally out!
I love this! I was obsessed with Barbie back in the day too. I think it's awesome that you bought one to inspire yourself! And I'm digging the idea about Dad Bod Ken. You should really send that in! haha
I love the idea for these new Barbies. I will have to see if I can find one that looks like me 😉
Bahahah… Dad Bod Ken… I love it!
I love that they started doing this… it's a great reminder for girls of ALL ages! 😀
hahahaha they have to make the dad bod ken. hilarious! i loved barbie growing up, probably way longer than i should have (no sister excuse here lol).
So happy there are finally new Barbies! It's been a long time coming. I agree that Barbie is a fantastic role model and I think she'll be even greater for little girls with her new body!