Barbie® has been a muse for many artists over the past 5+ decades – including Andy Warhol and Peter Max.

Over the years, Barbie® has always been a reflection of the times, art, and fashion whether following style trends or blazing her own fashion trail. Today, Barbie® is the most popular doll in the world. She is a worldwide fashion muse and pop culture icon for girls of all ages.

Barbie® boasts five decades of fashion heritage, working with more fashion designers than any other brand in the world.  Collaborated with more than 75 different fashion designers and has served as creative inspiration to more than 150 famous designers.

“As a little girl, I spent countless hours playing with my Barbie dolls, even designing and sewing one-of-a-kind outfits for the doll. I guess you could say Barbie gave me my start as a designer.”

– Cynthia Rowley

Source:  http://www.barbiemedia.com

Image: Vintage Barbie®, 1960’s, made in Japan, dressed in “It’s Cold Outside” hat and coat ensemble – Rhonda P. Hill’s archive collection.