Inside the biggest change in barbie’s 57-year history–and what it says about American beauty ideals Part 1 Barbie’s dress won’t fit. I’m sitting in a bright pink room at Mattel’s ...

"Barbie's body was never designed to be realistic. She was designed for girls to easily dress and undress," Kimberly Culmone, ... Shares in Mattel were up 0.65 percent to $27.15 at around 1830 GMT.

As Barbie celebrates her 60th birthday this month, her longest-running clothing designer has defended the iconic doll’s thin body against criticism of promoting unrealistic body image.

How Barbie's makeover is modifying her entire world 00:36. Mattel's counting on it. Barbie not only faces challenges in an increasingly competitive market -- she's also up against technology ...

Barbie is going high fashion and body positive! Mattel announced a collaboration with designer Christian Siriano on Tuesday, September 19. “Barbie has always been a huge inspiration to me and I ...

A new line of Barbie dolls introduces three new body types: curvy, tall and petite. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Watch Now. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Menu. Search site.

Barbie, the famous toy doll, is getting three new body types this year. Mattel, the US company who make the toy, is adding "tall, curvy and petite" body shapes to its line-up.

At 57, Barbie is getting a major makeover. The iconic plastic doll, whose small waist and long legs have been criticized for creating unrealistic expectations for girls, will soon be sold with ...

Growing Up Skipper Courtesy of The Strong. Skipper Roberts was introduced as Barbie's little sister in 1965, but it’s her 1975 version that raises eyebrows. In an attempt to represent girls ...