History of Barbie Dolls

Barbie Dolls have been one of the most collectible toys in history. She comes in many themes including the always popular, Holiday Barbie Dolls, Pop culture Barbie Dolls, and Fashion & Designer Barbie Dolls. What ever theme you like to collect we have it. We even have a large selection of Disney Dolls. Bill Bam's Collectibles is an authorized Barbie Doll Dealer.

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2003 Barbie is still one of the most popular dolls sold today. She has arrived in all shapes. Such as I Love Lucy in the Paris Gown, Sugar Plum Fairy and much more.

2004 Barbie is very popular with Lord of the Rings Gift Set, Wonder Woman, SuperGirl and more Dolls of the World series.

2004 NEWSFLASH!!! NEW YORK (Feb. 12, 2004) - Just like J.Lo and Ben, the romance is over for Barbie and Ken.

After 43 years as one of the world's prettiest pairs, the perfect plastic couple is breaking up. The couple's "business manager," Russell Arons, vice president of marketing at Mattel, said that Barbie and Ken "feel it's time to spend some quality time - apart."

"Like other celebrity couples, their Hollywood romance has come to an end," said Arons, who quickly added that the duo "will remain friends."

In response to feedback from collectors, Mattel reduces production quantities for collectible Barbie dolls. Limited Edition dolls are now produced in quantities of 35,000 or less. These dolls continue to be sold in specialty/boutique stores. The Barbie® Fashion Model Collection debuts this year to rave reviews. Designed by Barbie Collectibles designer Robert Best, this stunning collection features a new body material known as Silkstone™, the vintage face sculpt with updated make-up, and glamorous high quality fashions. Also new this year is The Hollywood Movie Star™ Collection featuring Barbie doll as a glamorous movie star dressed in stunning fashions that recall the Golden Age of Hollywood.

2001 Barbie stars in her first feature film, Barbie In The Nutcracker™. It airs on CBS Thanksgiving day, and quickly becomes one of the highest grossing children's videos/DVDs in history. Ken® celebrates his 40th anniversary in style. Handsomely dressed in a dashing tuxedo with a black and white striped bow tie and cummerbund. Also the Dolls of the World® - The Princess Collection debuts, featuring Barbie as a beautiful princess from a foreign land. Dressed in fine fabrics with historically referenced detail.

2002 Barbie becomes more popular with Hollywood such as, the Marilyn Monroe set, Rhett Butler and Elvis along with Pop Culture and Fantasy dolls such as Enchanted Mermaid.

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Holiday Barbie Doll 2005 Bob Mackie Special Edition. For over a decade Barbie doll has celebrated each holiday season with a Special Edition doll commemorating the year. Joining this lovely tradition is the 2005 Holiday Barbie doll wears a gown embellished with glittering sparkles with tulle sparkle organza and burgundy satin under layers accented with a burgundy sash. Beautiful emerald and crystal colored jewelry complete her ensemble. This keepsake is sure to be treasured for many years to come. AGES 6 years and up. 2005 Mattel Inc. Barbie Collector the Barbie Collectible/Specialty Doll Division of Mattel Inc. 2005 Bob Mackie Design Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved