Category: Barbie Doll

Analysis of the Influence of the Barbie Doll on Young Girls In this paper I’m going to discuss how Barbie effects young girls. I wanted to research deeper into this topic because I am very interested in body image and the things that affect it, as I believe that this topic is especially relevant to…

Positive and Negative Influence of Barbie Dolls on Young Girls Barbie dolls, theyve around since the late 50s, most young girls grow up them, and I highly doubt anyone living today doesnt know what they are. Yet so little people really look into the implications of showing young girls these dolls which are unrealistically and…

Review of Ann duCille’s ‘Dyes and Dolls: Multicultural Barbie and the Merchandising of Difference’ Ann duCille, a popular author known for her works on race and popular culture, in her article Dyes and Dolls: Multicultural Barbie and the Merchandising of Difference speaks about Barbie, a doll with which many users identify their personal experiences with.…

Evolution of Barbie in Society Since 1959, the iconic Barbie doll has been one of the most popular toys worldwide. It has been the global symbol of a certain kind of American beauty for many generations and has been formed by the broader social climate of what is believed as the ideal female. The doll…

Young Children Should Not Play with a Barbie Doll Barbie is a cultural artefact that many people have once owned and adored in their lifetime, if not still do. The doll, which arose in 1959, was created by the American company Mattel. They proved hugely successful and continue to do so, sold today by the…

Are We Living in Barbie’s World with Beauty Standards She Created? Essay Did you play with Barbie as a child? Did you ever wish you looked like the blonde bombshell? Since her launch in 1959, Barbie has had a huge impact on those girls who owned her. With over one billion dolls sold in 60…