I unbox all my dolls and most of them I also take out of their original outfit to redress in mostly modern outfits. But there are exceptions… Some collector Barbies I keep in their original outfit. Here ist the first part of that collection.
Now let me introduce them one by one from left to right.
First there is the Ferrari Barbie – I got her from a flea market for little money. She was missing her original boots and her cap, but still had her helmet.
You cannot see much of Mary Poppins in the group picture so here she comes. I liked both the old and the new Mary Poppins films. But the new doll is much more realistic and more poseable.
At the back you can see Mulder and Scully. After rewatching the X-files I really wanted the dolls. I think they look very much like the actors – especially Mulder.
I have discovered a great online store that really makes your Barbie dreams come true. The three Victorian ladies were bought from this store. They are my Carol Singers because they always make me think of Victorian Christmas. ( Barbies – Victorian Elegance, Holiday Traditions and Yuletide Romance)
At the back you can see Frida Kahlo. I didn’t know if I wanted her at first, but when I heard that the family of Frida Kahlo were not happy that she was turned into a Barbie, I decided I should buy her , because I think it’s a great idea to honour the painter like this and she is a great doll.
The next girl was bought from the same online store. I thought of rebodying her first, but I decided on keeping her like she is. She can always bake cookies in a TV Show before Christmas – Barbie sweet treats.
I found the Octoberfest Barbie at my mother in law’s house and very quickly adopted her. She fits my older Barbies Collection wonderfully.
