50 Year Barbie Celebration Of An American Icon

How Modern Does She Need To Be?

Barbie was introduced to the World in 1959. Within years new models of Barbie were introduced that allowed the child to change hair color or swirl her hair up in a pony tail. She later was able to drive her Austin Healey convertible or go camping in her country camper.  I never knew that was the make and model of her car until I just looked it up – I always thought it was a corvette by memory.

Barbie 50th Anniversary Tattoo Edition

Many adults have fond memories of either playing with their own Barbies or a friends.

Introduced for the 50th Anniversary of Barbie is the “Mattell’s Totally Stylin’ Tattoos Barbie”. This latest version of Barbie comes with her own temporary tattoos which mimic the growing trend of young adults getting permanent tattoos. What bothers many parents is the toy ink gun which represents more closely permanent ink tattoos.

If you are careful and purchase safe FDA Approved Temporary Tattoos they can enhance playtime in a fun and playful way. Children can enjoy the benefits of role playing as an adult. That role play when kept fun, is a healthy experience.

What memories will children of today have when they look back at playing with the 2009 version of Barbie ?

Are we allowing corporations to shape our culture by lowering the age of desire for an adult decision like getting a real tattoo?

Comment below to let me know what you think.