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Barbie dolls

Barbie dolls are plastic dolls manufactured by the American toy company Mattel, introduced in 1959. They feature a humanoid design with interchangeable accessories, clothing, and careers, allowing children to engage in imaginative play and explore various roles and scenarios. Barbie's detailed features and diverse range of dolls reflect cultural trends and societal changes, making them both toys and symbols of fashion, identity, and aspiration. They are popular worldwide, often used as collectibles, educational tools, or fashion statements, and continue to evolve with an emphasis on diversity and representation.