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Barbie releases curvy, tall and petite dolls

classic toy gets a makeover

Published

10 years ago

January 29, 2016

Mariah Cooper

(Photo via PRNewsFoto/Mattel)

Barbie is getting a body makeover with the doll coming in three additional body types, Mattel announced on Thursday.

The dolls will have tall, petite and curvy figures to choose from along with the original body version. They will come in different shades of skin tone, different eye colors, have a variety of hairstyles and more outfits to choose from.

Last year, Mattel began integrating a selection of features in the doll line by adding more skin tones, hairstyles and outfits. Barbie’s feet were also flattened so that she no longer had the tell-tale arch meant for her Barbie high heels.

The new dolls are available to purchase now online at Barbie.com. They hit the shelves in store on March 1.

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PHOTOS: Equality Prince William Pride

Fifth annual LGBTQ celebration held in Manassas, Va.

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1 hour ago

May 19, 2026

Landon Shackelford

Mayor of Manassas Michelle Davis-Younger, center, cuts the ribbon to open Equality Prince William Pride at Harris Pavilion in Manassas, Va. on Saturday, May 16. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Shackelford)

Equality Prince William Pride was held at the Harris Pavilion in Manassas, Va. on Saturday, May 16.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)

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PHOTOS: Blade Summer Kickoff Party

Ashley Biden accepts award for Beau Biden at annual Rehoboth fundraiser

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2 days ago

May 17, 2026

Daniel Truitt

Ashley Biden accepts an award on behalf of her brother, Beau Biden, at the Washington Blade's Summer Kickoff Party in Rehoboth Beach, Del. (Washington Blade photo by Daniel Truitt)

The 19th annual Blade Foundation Summer Kickoff Party was held on Friday, May 15 at Diego’s in Rehoboth Beach, Del. An award presentation was held for former Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden. Ashley Biden accepted the award on her brother’s behalf and gave remarks. Other speakers included Delaware state Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall, CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Dr. Robin Brennan and Washington Blade Editor Kevin Naff. The event was a fundraiser for the Steve Elkins Memorial Fellowship in Journalism.

(Washington Blade photos by Daniel Truitt)