This year marks the 65th anniversary of the famous fashion doll, Barbie. Mattel, the company that created Barbie, recently celebrated this special achievement with a new doll. It resembles the first Barbie doll, which was made in 1959.

How Barbie Was Made

Barbie was created by Ruth Handler in 1959. Before Barbie came along, kids mostly played with baby dolls. This seemed to teach young girls how to act as mothers.

However, Handler wanted to create a doll that looked like an adult woman. She hoped that playing with this type of doll would help girls imagine what they could be when they grew up.

Handler decided to name the doll Barbie after her own daughter, Barbara. Many people thought that Barbie dolls would not be popular. However, the dolls were a huge success.

Significance of Barbie Dolls

Barbie dolls represent more than just fashion and beauty. They are a symbol of empowerment for women. Over the years, Barbie has had many different careers. She has been an athlete, a businesswoman, a doctor, and even an astronaut. The doll shows young girls that they can be whatever they want when they grow up.

On International Women’s Day this year, Mattel introduced eight new dolls. They are based on real women who inspire young girls. They will encourage girls to be confident and brave.