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The Most Popular Barbie Doll the Year You Were Born

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1

1959

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Barbie Media

Barbie makes her official debut as “Teenage Fashion Barbie,” in a fabulous one-piece.

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2

1960

Clothing, Pencil skirt, Pink, Magenta, Standing, Fashion, Dress, Waist, Sleeve, Fashion model,

Barbie Media

Accessorized with a sassy hat and her portfolio, “Fashion Designer Barbie” sashays onto the scene.

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3

1961

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Barbie Media

With her strapless black dress and long gloves, “Barbie Solo In The Spotlight” becomes one of the more glamorous dolls ever.

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4

1962

red flare barbie

Mattel, Inc.

“Barbie Red Flair” debuts a new hairdo: an on-trend bubble style with volume that’ll rival her later ’80s looks.

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5

1963

White, Clothing, Suit, Fashion, Sleeve, Dress, Formal wear, Costume, Waist, Headgear,

Barbie Media

In her “Career Girl” look, Barbie gets ready to stylishly take on office life. Back then, there were no casual Fridays, let alone casual any-days.

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6

1964

1964 Barbie

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Barbie proves that a little black dress is timeless in this “Evening Wear” ensemble, accompanied by an equally formal Ken.

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7

1965

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Though she’ll have many, many, many careers over the years, the most out-of-this-world one was her stint as “Astronaut Barbie.”

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8

1966

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Mattel

“Color Magic Barbie” takes to the beach and beyond in a fashionable romper with bold hues.

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9

1967

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Mattel, Inc.

Like many other women during this decade, “Barbie Twist ‘n Turn” experiments with bangs.

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10

1968

clothing, barbie, pink, doll, toy, costume, fashion design, magenta,

Mattel, Inc.

“Talking Barbie” practically comes to life, thanks to a string in the back that, once pulled, prompts her to speak.

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11

Also 1968

clothing, fashion, yellow, purple, costume, fashion illustration, wig, fashion design, black hair, outerwear,

Mattel, Inc.

Meet Barbie’s new friend—and one of the first Black dolls—Christie, who wears a cover-up in a very-’60s swirling print.

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12

1969-70

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Mattel, Inc.

Another Barbie joins the “Twist ‘n Turn” series, this time with a perfect hair flip.

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13

1971

Doll, Barbie, Clothing, Toy, Blond, Joint, Shoulder, Long hair, Dress, Human leg,

Barbie Media

This is the year of the beachy doll we all know and love: “Malibu Barbie.”

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14

1972

1972 Francie

The Barbie Collection

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15

1973

Clothing, Turquoise, Outerwear, Dress, Coat, Sleeve, Hood, Trench coat, Raincoat, Jacket,

Barbie Media

“Surgeon Barbie” does her rounds, adding doctor to her ever-growing resume.

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1974

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Mattel, Inc.

Though we’re surprised it took this long, Barbie takes the crown as “Miss America.”

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17

1975

barbie skiing

Mattel, Inc.

It’s time to hit the slopes! “Olympic Skier Barbie” makes cold-weather gear look fabulous in a way only she can.

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18

1976

ballerina barbie 1976

Mattel, Inc.

Dressed in a white bodysuit and tutu accented with a red ribbon, “Ballerina Barbie” becomes the inspiration for many a ballet class.

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1977

Doll, Hair, Barbie, Toy, Clothing, Blond, Pink, Dress, Long hair, Gown,

Barbie Media

Though she’s been a model in every decade, the 1977 “Fashion Model Barbie” is a favorite for her colorful ensemble.

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20

1978

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Barbie Media

1977’s “Superstar Barbie” gets a partner in 1978’s velvet-and-satin-clad Ken.

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