Barbie is the dream doll of every girl and now their playmate, the pretty 'Barbie' has completed an era. Barbie is turning to 50 this year, isn't amazing?
At the birth time of Barbie, the first TV commercial aired in the year 1959 - in traditional black and white (B/W) - and advertised the sexy doll for only 3 US dollars. Two years later in 1961, Barbie got her boyfriend 'Ken' doll. In her lifetime, she pursued more than hundred roles; she has been a presidential candidate, a veterinarian, a teacher, a cook and an astronaut. Over years, her looks also changed according to the timely fashion and local trends.
The manufacturers of the 'Barbie' doll claims that 50 designers, 12 hairdressers and others work for the Barbie brand and over 800 companies produce everything from clothes to bedroom furniture. Reports suggest that even Barbie doll sales are hit by recession as the sales dropped 21 pc in last quarter.
Cities around the world are planning to mark the 50th birthday of Barbie with special events. The organisers are even planning to conduct a fashion show in Barbie's honour during the New York Fashion Week. And a good news to the Barbie fans, on her 50th birthday Barbie is again available at 3 US Dollars. The price has been kept same as it was in the year 1959.
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Can u pl. tell me the indian location from where barbie dolls can be bought for 3 US dollars?
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