Barbie - The Celebration of an Icon

A beautifully designed coffee table book celebrating the one and only Barbie- This official Mattel book celebrates the life and contributions of Barbie. With hundreds of images and sections ranging from Style Icon, Barbie Evolution, and Fashion as well as a detailed timeline and a section of factoids and tidbits, this gorgeous book will please Barbie aficionados while also rewarding casual fans. Pop icon, fashion muse, and role model Barbara Millicent Roberts-known to the world simply as -Barbie--continues to fascinate generations worldwide. Since her introduction in 1959, she has constantly evolved to embrace the changing times, becoming increasingly inclusive and representative of women today. Barbie: The Celebration of an Icon charminglyexplores the social and aesthetic trends that Barbie has embodied from the 1950s to present day in areas including fashion, society, art, and costume. As the introduction by author, curator, and museum director Massimiliano Capella notes: In the year