For years Barbie has been a figure of perfection, sought out by women of all ages. Barbie's physique set the beauty standard for skinny waists and large breasts, which we all know isn't always attainable or realistic. In "Mattel Introduces Barbie Dolls With Diverse Body Types", by Melissa Willets, she explains that "If a women were to have Barbie's proportions, she'd have approximately a 39-inch bust, 18-inch waist, and 33-inch hips. Combine that with a size 3 shoe, and you have a pretty unrealistic person." Following the feminist movement, the support for body positivity and the efforts to end body shaming grew massively. So much so, that even Barbie decided to join the cause.
To show their support for the movement, the designers at Barbie came out with dolls of all body shapes, skin colors and various heights. They didn't stop there, they also came out with a new line of Ken dolls all varying in skin color, size, and height as well. Now when little children are perusing the isles of toy stores they are able to find Barbies that resemble themselves. This may seem like a small gesture, but it speaks volumes to the generations of kids to come. Having real characteristics on dolls might just be the move that ends body negativity at a young age!
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