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Fashion (blog)Ken doll celebrates 50th birthday back in Barbie's armsFashion (blog)And Mattel has continued to give him a voice with the 50th anniversary through social mediaā¦and him speaking through Facebook and Twitter feeds.ā But finding one's voice is only good if one has something to say. After all, even Beck summed him up with ...and moreĀ Ā»
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Taking a look at the NASCAR collectibles marketThe MercuryIf you are Barbie collector, you can pick up Mattel's 50th anniversary NASCAR Barbie doll in full racing uniform for about $300. A driver who is often discussed in the same sentence as Richard Petty is the late Dale Earnhardt Sr. This month marks the ...and moreĀ Ā»
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OC mom blogs about 'possibly gay' son, 4OCRegisterCJ spotted the 50th anniversary bikini-clad Barbie lying on the bed still in its original box and screamed with delight. Four-year-old CJ loves Barbie and combing the doll's hair. On his mom's blog, Raising My Rainbow, the tagline reads "adventures in ...
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Time capsule, new mural launch anniversary feteLibertyville ReviewModern age: First-graders Kajsa Murphy and Linnea Bacilek watch a slide show on a computer during the 50th anniversary party at Adler Park School. Adler Park School's first principal, Tom Knauer, makes an appearance at the 50th anniversary party. ...
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Chicago TribuneDuSable seeking its voiceChicago TribuneA good question, and a good time to ask: 2011 is the 50th anniversary of the DuSable, one of the first African-American history museums in the United States. It was co-founded by Chicago artist Margaret Burroughs. She died Nov. ...
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News at a GlanceWashington College ElmThe toy company Mattel hopes to reunite the couple before Valentine's Day 2011 with a campaign that marks Ken's 50th anniversary. At barbieandken.com, users can vote on whether Barbie should ātake Ken backā or not. Fans can follow Ken's efforts on ...
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At 50, Ken Is Sexy Again ā And Back With BarbieTIMEGet us (and Barbie) to fall in love with him again. After his scene-stealing performance in the third Toy Story installment, Mattel decided it was time to drag Ken out of his funk. As a buildup to the doll's 50th anniversary in March, the company gave ...and moreĀ Ā»
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Will Social Media Bring Barbie Back To Ken?B2C Marketing InsiderIn the time since Barbie kicked her neutered boy toy to the curb, Ken has been ārevamping his lifeāmind, body, and soulā in an attempt to win back his beloved. Ken's 50th anniversary is happening and so is the release of an revamped āultimate ...Mattel Debuts New Brands at New York Toy Fair 2011Trading Markets (press release)all 12 news articlesĀ Ā»
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USA TodayOnline campaign leads to Barbie and Ken reunionToy NewsKen's status says that getting back with Barbie is 'the best Valentine's gift I could possibly ask for.' The marketing campaign marks Ken's 50th anniversary this year and incorporates billboard advertising in the US, along with a dedicated website ...Mattel Showcases Innovation, Hot Entertainment Licenses and Unexpected Ways to ...Trading Markets (press release)At 50, Ken Doll Is Working on a Comeback and a Reality ShowThe Ledgerall 189 news articlesĀ Ā»
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DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown To Celebrate 50th AnniversaryPRLog.Org (press release)And the world finally met Barbie's boyfriend when the Ken doll was introduced. Meanwhile in Tarrrytown, on the eve of the World's Fair in New York City, an event of some significance also took place. That was when a new, state-of-the-art hotel along ...
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...to win over Barbie in time for Valentine's Day, with a little help from the socialverse. The campaign, which marks Ken's 50th anniversary, is centered around barbieandken.com, where users can vote on whether Barbie should "take Ken back" or not. The site features...
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Globe and MailMattel digital campaign: Barbie and Ken reunite?USA TodayThis time around, the Malibu stud hopes to win over Barbie in time for Valentine's Day, with a little help from the socialverse. The campaign, which marks Ken's 50th anniversary, is centered around barbieandken.com, where users can vote on whether ...Barbie and Ken mark 50 years of complicated romanceNorthJersey.comSocial media users to decide if Ken and Barbie should reuniteThe DrumKen Takes Over Social Media to Win Barbie Back by Valentine's Day by Kevin FallonThe Atlantic (blog)New York Daily NewsĀ -Shiny ShinyĀ -TopNews New Zealandall 295 news articlesĀ Ā»
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Library Friends to celebrate 50 yearsNorthJersey.com (press release)"What better way to show your love and appreciation for libraries than to make a commitment to yourself to attend the June 12 celebration of the Friends' 50th anniversary at the Bergenfield Library, said Mary Ann Mannino of the Friends. ...
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Home: Jonathan Adler's Happy ChicNew Jersey Monthly (blog)A fateful showing of his work at Barney's in New York helped launch a career, which has included hotel design, judging on a Bravo reality show, a real Malibu Dream House for Barbie's 50th anniversary, new stores, and three books. ...
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At 50, Ailey's 'Revelations' remains a revelationAccess Atlanta'Revelations'") as well as produced a commemorative Barbie doll (designed by Jamison). Ailey's 24-city North American tour celebrates the dance's 50th anniversary, and the audience favorite will conclude all five Fox Theatre programs, preceded by a ...and moreĀ Ā»
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New York Today: Free and Cheap Events, January 29-30 2011New York Daily NewsHe's sweet on Barbie. Munch on a limited-edition Barbie-themed cupcake in honor of the Ken doll's 50th anniversary. The vanilla and chocolate dessert, topped with sparkly pink frosting, is available through Valentine's Day. $4. ...
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Barbie ā¢ By David DIxon Runway Show Fall Winter 2009/10 Show.
The sweetest pink playset is here Set up house with cool modular furniture Working washing machine High-tech gadgets and an oversized closet to stash all your fashions for Barbie Barbie doll not included Move up to the Pink World. The sweetest pink playset is here with all the amenities to live, lounge and entertain in. Set up house with cool modular furniture for every room, a working washing machine, high-tech gadgets and an oversized closet to stash all your fashions for Barbie. Barbie doll not included.
The second part of a documentary that I found in "Barbie in A Christmas Carol" DVD. It's a documentary on how the 2008 Holiday doll was made. The video includes: - Sandra Segurra and her daughter, Stephanie Segurra has arrived at Mattel and they're excited on their VIP pass on the Design Center. - 2009 Sneak Peaks: Doll's 50th Anniversary, new dolls on "Dolls of The World" line, and a special doll designed by Robert Best (Not seen) - Interview with Bill Greening and Linda Kyow, Barbie Collectors Designers. - Tour on how the 2008 Holiday Barbie doll was made. I just recorded it via Digital Camera because I don't have a video recorder in our computer and our Cyberlink codec for the DVD is broken. Sorry for the bad quality. Click here to watch part 1: www.youtube.com (C) 2008 Mattel Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Promo MagazineMattel Builds Social Media Whirl around Barbie Video GirlPromo MagazineāWe really embraced social media as a marketing platform a year ago as part of a major campaign in support of Barbie's 50th anniversary,ā says Lauren ...
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This a short presentation of a Barbie 50th anniversary silver coin issued by the Perth Mint.
www.50thanniversarybarbieglamourdoll.info 50th Anniversary Glamour Doll is a beautiful collectable Barbie doll designed by Robert Best for the occasion of 50th anniversary of Barbie doll. For the discount and free shipping click the link above.
Party for 50th anniversary of barbie Music Info: Performer: AQUA Title: BARBIE GIRL
This is barbie is one of the fanciest barbies in the whole collection because its dress has all the barbies from the past!!!
Barbie gets a '60s `Mad Men' makeover6abc.comThe Merkel doll is part of a series celebrating Barbie's 50th anniversary this year. (AP Photo/Mattel, HO) (AP Photo / AP Photo/Mattel, HO) NEW YORK (AP) ...and moreĀ Ā»
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New York Times (blog)Former VW and Ford Executive off to Fiat North AmericaProduct Reviews (blog)Soave did a great job with the 50th Anniversary Barbie New Beetle, so the Chrysler Group saw this as a great opportunity for to take on the 37-year old. ...Ex-VW exec named head of Fiat North AmericaAutoblog (blog)all 156 news articlesĀ Ā»
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...nothing represents girlsā rights better than this: Itās Barbie in a burkha: World-famous doll gets a makeover to go under the hammer for 50th anniversary One of the worldās most famous childrenās toys, Barbie, has been given a makeover ā wearing aĀ ... ...
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SuperStar Barbie Doll Twitter GiveawayParentDish (blog)In celebration of Barbie doll's 50th anniversary, Mattel reproduced the vintage 1977 SuperStar Barbie doll. The package includes a reproduction Barbie doll ...and moreĀ Ā»
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The Latest Louboutin Barbie is Finally on Sale!Fashionista (blog)Instead, it's a pink Goyard case, sold at Colette last year in honor of the iconic toy's 50th anniversary. But the Goyard piece is just a fantasy. ...and moreĀ Ā»
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Slain Fresno Co. deputy 'close with everyone'Clovis IndependentThe family had plans to go to Disneyland in June for Joel Wahlenmaier 50th birthday and the 50th anniversary of Bev Wahlenmaier's parents. ...and moreĀ Ā»
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Insider: Louboutin & Barbieā¦ Olympics FashionsWomen's Wear Daily... pair of shoes purchased, consumers walked away with a Barbie outfitted in one of Louboutin's miniature shoes, made for the doll's 50th anniversary. ...
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Pop culture milestones passed me byVillages Daily SunIt seems the 55th anniversary of the advent of Wooly Willy, Barbie's 50th birthday and the 50th anniversary of Bubble Wrap all came and went with nary a ...
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Examiner.comBarbie announces next two careers: News Anchor Barbie and Computer Engineer BarbieExaminer.comAs reported in 2009 marks Barbie Doll's 50th anniversary, Barbie doll had already had more than 100 careers when her 50th anniversary rolled around last ...and moreĀ Ā»
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Toy Fair 2010: Retailers Begin to Prepare for 2010 Holiday GauntletNewsReleaseWire.com (press release)The Game of Life is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a limited edition version. Parents also want active games to keep their kids in shape, ...and moreĀ Ā»
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The shoe you are viewing is the same shoe used in the Barbie 50th Anniversary runway show. Christian Louboutin collaborated with Barbie and designed a series of Barbies in honor of the queen.
Ogilvy Public Relations delivered amazing broadcast PR resaults that spanned the globe for Barbies 50th birthday!
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...auction, held in late November, was part of the celebrations put on for Barbie this year as she celebrated her 50th anniversary. In her new look, Barbie also appeared in a line of stylish turquoise, lime-green, orange-colored Burkas and regular head-covering...
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For More Info or to Buy Now: www.hsn.com Celebrate 50 years of trends and fashion, couture and dreams for the girl in all of us - and for the woman we might become with the Mattel 2009 50th Anniversary Generations of Dreams Barbie. Her... Prices shown on the previously recorded video may not represent the current price. View hsn.com to view the current selling price. HSN Item #505894
Barbie is 50!! 5 stars for NOT using Aquas Barbie Girl Songs used: Amaya-Mayaka
The Ashby-Hodge Gallery of American Art presents a Special 50th Anniversary Barbie Exhibit. Thanks to Kay Winegard for sharing her collection.
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Jan modeling at the 50th anniversary for Barbie
WOW! This was lot's of fun!!!!! First we start with vintage Barbie and the gang, and they are all hear, Midge, Allen (In Hot Rod), Skipper and the rest. Then it's off to the Mod Era with Francie, Stacy and all of the Groovy gang. And Malibu Barbie with the Camper. Then it's off to the Disco with Superstar Barbie & Ken. The the 80's are next. I LOVE Day to Night Barbie. Next, do you see the #1 1959 Barbie in case? The 90's are next with Tottaly Hair Barbie & Ken in the town house. Then we end with Barbie and the gang today, with the 50th Anniversary Barbie. Thanks Barbie for all the years of fun. Song is "Barbie" sung by Ken from the Barbie sings! cd. Let me know what ya think!
modeling outfit for Barbie 50th anniversary fashion show!
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I used to play with Barbie dolls as a child. As an adult, I've been able to resist the special collectible Barbie dolls that are made especially for adults--until this year. 2009 is the 50th anniversary of the release of the first Barbie doll and I purchased two 50th anniversary dolls within a few months of each other. One was the Bathing Suit Barbie which harkens back to the first Barbie doll in terms of swimsuit design (the Bathing Suit Barbie uses a striped swimsuit just like the first Barbie except the Bathing Suit Barbie wears a two-piece while the original Barbie only wore a one-piece), hairstyle, and sideways eye glance. The other was the Generations of Dreams Barbie who wears a stunning gown whose graphics are derived from Barbie print ads over the last 50 years. It's literally a History of the Barbie Doll in one dress. The two dolls are so gorgeous that I couldn't bear to keep them in the boxes. (I know I violated the Barbie fandom's dictum of never removing a doll from its box but I really couldn't resist.) I took photos of them and I liked the photos so much that I decided to create a little slideshow out of them. Well, I hope you have fun watching this. ;-)
This week-long convention was held at the Marriott Wardman Hotel in Washington, DC in honor of the 50th anniversary of the first Barbie doll that Mattel ever released. I only attended the last day of the convention, when it was opened to the general public for the admission price of $7. (The Washington Post reported that some people spent as much as nearly $500 to attend the entire convention.) As you can see, the video features two Volkswagens that were painted hot pink and had Barbie-themed decorations. It also shows a table set up by Dylan's Candy Bar (a giant candy store that's based in New York City) that sold Barbie-themed sweets. There were plenty of Barbies that one could choose from--including newer dolls released this year and older vintage ones dating as far back as 1959. There was even a table that sold the Lilli dolls--German dolls from the 1950's that inspired Mattel to create and manufacture Barbie. There were tables that sold unique one-of-a-kind customized Barbie dolls. There were also lots of Barbie furniture, clothes, shoes, and other accessories (some of which were made for Barbie's human owners). The video also includes other vintage dolls that were on sale--including Dawn and Blythe. But Barbie and her friends were the main focus of this convention.
For More Info or to Buy Now: www.hsn.com Thrill fansāyoung and oldāwith a Barbie 50th Anniversary 1 oz. Silver Proof Coin. It's hard to believe that the Barbie doll first made her appearance in 1959 yet she continues to appeal to a... Prices shown on the previously recorded video may not represent the current price. View hsn.com to view the current selling price. HSN Item #413617
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