Barbie Gets a Makeover: Mattel Adds Three New Body Types
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— Jessica Wakeman (@JessicaWakeman) January 28, 2016
The reason #Barbie is the same size is SO THEY CAN WEAR EACH OTHER'S CLOTHES. Sheesh people, let the kids play!
— Janet Bloomfield (@AndreaHardie) January 28, 2016
#Barbie If your little girl's self-esteem hinges on looking like her dolls.... You are failing at parenting.
— Leah the Boss (@LeahRBoss) January 28, 2016
I wonder if the new #Barbie range will help kids learn it's ok to be themselves? pic.twitter.com/4wMAxM83u5
— Dr Jez Phillips (@drjezphillips) January 28, 2016
"We believe we have a responsibility to girls and parents to reflect a broader view of beauty," Mazzocco said.
The dolls are now available to order on the Barbie website and will be added to major toy stores this spring.
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