Collectible Barbie Dolls from Mattel
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Did you realize that Barbie dolls are not just the favourite toy of little girls?
Did you realize that Barbie dolls are not just the favourite toy of little girls? Mattel estimates that there are over 100,000 adult collectors of Barbie dolls.
Ninety percent of these collectors are women, who are on average around the age 40, and purchase at least 20 Barbie dolls a year. Almost half of Barbie collectors each spend over $1000 a year.
Mattel in recent years has been catering to this niche market. They have produced a range of collectible Barbie dolls with the aim of encouraging collectors to increase their collections in line with their individual tastes and interests. Barbie dolls of popular TV shows and movies, celebrities and popular singers, for example, have been produced with collectors in mind.
In 2004 Mattel introduced a colour tier system to help categorize collectible Barbie dolls and help collectors to find them. The colours signify the amount of dolls produced worldwide and indicate the rarity factor of the different dolls. The colour also indicates which kind of retail store stocks the particular type of collectible doll.
There are four colours in the collectible tier system
Silver Label Collectible Barbie dolls
The packaging is similar to the Pink Label, but with the box trimmed with silver. The criteria for the Silver Label tier is that no more than 50,000 of any Silver Label doll will be produced world wide. Included in the Silver Label are the 'Wedding' series, the 'Birthday Barbies', 'Ballet Barbies' and 'I Dream of a Season' dolls. Some types of Kelly doll and Tommy doll also can be found under the Silver Label
Gold Label collectible Barbie dolls
50th Anniversary Barbie Glamour doll Gold Label Collection. A remake of the fashion featured on the original 1959 doll. Adds new details with a couture twist for today.Celebrating Barbie doll's 50th Anniversary a beautiful glamour doll designed by Robert Best. From the Barbie Fashion Model Collection..
Pink Label collectible Barbie dolls
There is no limit on the quantity of dolls produced with the Pink Label. Pink Label Barbies include 'The Dolls of the World' series, 'Festivals of the World', 'Model Barbie', as well as some of the 'Pop Culture' dolls. Most dolls in the Pink Label are Barbie dolls , but there are also a few of Kelly doll as well. The Pink Label packaging is distinctive; the is box trimmed in pink, and has a clear front.
Platinum Label Collectible Barbie dolls
These dolls are produced in editions of less than 1,000, and also include one-of-a-kind-dolls that are available at special events, or are exclusive to one retail store only. An example of a Platinum Label collectible doll is the 'White Chocolate Obsession%u2122 Barbie® Doll!' The doll's hair has the scent of white chocolate. Other dolls include the 'Faerie Queen', Badgley Mischka Bride Barbie, and the exclusive 'The Nurse' Barbie doll designed by Robert Best.
Collectors avidly collect these tier Label dolls, and are rewarded by the exquisite attention to details in the clothes and accessories of each specially designed Barbie. To retain the value of these dolls they should be kept in the box as new. This is unfortunate, as they need to be touched to really appreciate the intricate details of the gown and dolls features. Should dolls like this be played with? A good question and maybe a topic for another article!
Silver Label Collectible Barbie dolls
Barbie Fashion Model Collection Violette Silkstone
Violette Barbie Doll
The first breath of spring demands a gala celebration! Perfect for entertaining or being entertained, Violette Barbie doll joins the Barbie Fashion Model Collection dressed for a stylish ball. She wears a gown made of printed silk organza over a satin underdress and tulle petticoat with lilac taffeta trim. It's a springtime vision of the ultimate romantic, retro ball gown - finished with violets in her hair!
Barbie Fashion Model Collection Violette Silkstone $1,699.99
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Gold Label collectible Barbie dolls
Barbie Collector - Tokidoki Barbie Doll - Gold Label
Tokidoki Barbie doll is always ready for cutting-edge fashion! She pops on a pink miniskirt, logo leggings and black top with signature skull heart and bones, carries a large bag from the brand, then adds bracelets, a belt, and sky-high sparkly silvery shoes! This funky fashionista features trendy tattoos and a pink bob. With cactus friend, Bastardino, by her side, she's ready for fun in fashion-forward form!Shop the collection
Barbie Collector - Tokidoki Barbie Doll - Gold Label Price:$415.99
Platinum Label Collectible Barbie dolls
Barbie Collector Platinum Label - Pink Grapefruit Citrus Flavor Obsession
Grapefruit Obsession Barbie doll pays tribute to a favorite flavor wearing a pink, charmeuse mermaid gown with deep pink chiffon wedges sewn into the flared skirt and adorned with deep pink bands that end in bows under the bust and at the hip. Comes with a matching deep pink wrap and golden rectangle earrings that coordinate perfectly. As a final special surprise, this doll's head is scented with the striking aroma of pink grapefruit. An ideal tribute to this delightful flavor! This Platinum Label version of the Silver Label Citrus Obsession Barbie doll features a pink gown and platinum hair. 5th in the Flavor Obsession Series. Platinum Label = Limited Edition to 999
Barbie Collector Platinum Label - Pink Grapefruit Citrus Flavor Obsession Price: $369.77
Pink Label collectible Barbie dolls
Preferably Pink Barbie Doll
Preferably Pink Barbie Doll
Barbie doll looks like the ultimate fashion model in a pretty pink suit jacket and matching short skirt. Contemporary black and white heels, a designer-style handbag, and platinum blond hair styled in a long bob complete the look
Preferably Pink Barbie Doll Price: $148.88
Holiday Barbie Doll!
Barbie Collector 2011 Holiday Doll
Celebrate the holiday season in style with the Barbie Collector 2011 Holiday Doll. Dressed in an opulent emerald gown featuring elegant gold embroidery, Barbie is ready for holiday balls and festivities. Ideal for the adult collector, but suitable for children six and up, this special-occasion Barbie's fabulous dress and accessories will give your collection a festive touch.
Barbie Collector 2011 Holiday Doll Price:$36.47
Barbie Hollywood
Grace Kelly the Romance Silkstone Barbie Giftset
When American actress Grace Kelly arrived in Monaco to marry her prince, she was the embodiment of 50's elegance and class. The exquisite Grace Kelly The Romance doll recreates her exact outfit in amazing detail. She wears the fabulous floral print dress Miss Kelly wore when she first met her future husband at the 1955 Cannes Film Festival. From an "easy to sew" pattern the actress modeled for McCall magazine, the dress features long sleeves and a tight bodice that flares out into a full skirt, and is styled with a coordinating headpiece and navy pumps.
She also comes with a deep navy blue coat and matching dress. Her golden blonde hair is pulled back and can be neatly tucked under a white, wide-brimmed hat and matching scarf, while sunglasses shade her lovely blue eyes. A simple strand of pearls encircles her glove-covered wrist, and she has a delicate bouquet of white violets.
Grace Kelly the Romance Silkstone Barbie Giftset Price: $54.80
Fantasy Barbie
Goddess of the Galaxy Barbie Doll Ltd 4200
Get ready to go gaga for Goddess of the Galaxy Barbie doll, with out of the world, over the top glamour courtesy of designer Bill Greening. This bold beauty wears a molded metallic corset embellished with fuchsia "jewels" above a layered underskirt of shimmering fabric, a dramatic pinstripe cape, and silvery forearm and leg cuffs. Silvery rings with "jeweled" accents orbit an up-do with twisted platinum braids, and her dramatic face paint features ultra long, "applied", feathered lashes. She stands strong in thigh-high platform boots, with a look that says she's here to conquer the universe in fabulous fierce fashion!
Goddess of the Galaxy Barbie Doll Ltd 4200 Price:$268.99
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Designers Barbie
Bob Mackie Empress Bride Barbie
Fifth in the Mackie series, Empress Bride® Barbie® doll is considered by many to be the ultimate bride doll in the Barbie® Collectibles line. She wears an ivory brocade gown with golden embroidery in a fleur-de-lis design, an expansive layered, pleated tulle skirt, tiara crown with marquis-cut rhinestone and veil, and beaded choker.
Bob Mackie Empress Bride Barbie Price:$528.88
Pop Culture Barbie
Barbie Collector Pink in Pantone Doll
With her playful eye for fantastic fashion, Barbie® doll wears a unique gown inspired by PANTONE® Color Chips in her own signature color! Her white peep toe pumps have soles that are painted PANTONE 219. Platinum blonde hair and black and silvery bangles complete this quintessential Barbie look.
Barbie Collector Pink in Pantone Doll $104.00
Pop Culture Barbie
Silkstone Barbie Dolls
Provencale Barbie Silkstone Fashion Model
ProvencaleTM Barbie doll turns heads in this exquisite floor-length ivory gown with pale blue detailing and a blue tulle underskirt with taffeta trim. A flowing pale blue stole drapes about her shoulders, complementing her striking red hair, styled elegantly in a page-boy reminiscent of her vintage ancestors. A finishing touch to her outfit includes blue opera gloves.
Provencale Barbie Silkstone Fashion Model Price: $179.89
Vintage Repros Barbie
Barbie Collector 2006 GOLD Label - Vintage Reproductions Collection - Stacey Nite Lightning Doll (No more than 7,700 units produced worldwide)
Stacey Nite Lightning
In the swinging 60s, London was the center of cool. Everything was groovy and Barbie® doll, always the hipster, was setting trends with her new friend from across the pond. It's time once again to say "Cheerio, Luv" to a favorite from 1969 - Stacey Nite Lightning
Barbie Collector 2006 GOLD Label - Vintage Reproductions Collection - Stacey Nite Lightning Doll (No more than 7,700 units produced worldwide)
Special Occasion Barbie
Harley Barbie - Harley Davidson Barbie Doll 1st in Series - Blonde Barbie
Barbie doll and Harley-Davidson. Who would have guessed they'd make a perfect match? She's a vision of black faux leather, blonde hair and "silver" studs, Harley-Davidson Barbie doll represents today's free-spirited woman. Her jacket and backpack proudly display the Harley-Davidson logo. She also has "silver" hoop earrings, black boots, sunglasses and helmet. Harley-Davidson motorcycles are famous for style, performance, and their distinctive sound, which makes Harley-Davidson the ultimate riding experience. So, as Barbie doll puts on her helmet and zips up her jacket, she's ready to ride on a motorcycle that can take her anywhere she wants to go! 1996 limited edition. 1st in Harley Davidson series of dolls.
Harley Barbie - Harley Davidson Barbie Doll 1st in Series - Blonde Barbie Price$339.95
10 Years Barbie Fashion Model Collection
On Wednesday, October 13, 2010, Mattel threw a surprise book launch party for designer Robert Best to...
On Wednesday, October 13, 2010, Mattel threw a surprise book launch party for designer Robert Best to commemorate the launch of 10 Years: Barbie Fashion Model Collection Book. In attendance were many of the key players who helped bring the Barbie® Fashion Model Collection to life a decade ago, and who have been instrumental to the collection's success over the last 10 years.
10 Years Barbie Fashion Model Collection Price:49.95
2012 Barbie Wall Calendar
For Barbie lovers of all ages, it's the height of haute couture!
For Barbie lovers of all ages, it's the height of haute couture! Beautiful Barbie dolls modeling Barbie Fashion Model Collection looks by Robert Best for 16 months. Each month features a new and stunning design sketch, including chic daywear and elegant evening gowns. This standard-sized calendar inspires awe from September 2011 all the way through December 2012.12x12" closed; 12x24" open.
2012 Barbie Wall Calendar Price:11.19
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