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Barbie gets makeover

A group of new Barbie dolls were introduced this month by Mattel. The maker of the famous plastic doll said it will start selling Barbie’s in three new body types: tall, curvy and petite. She’ll also come in seven skin tones, 22 eye colors and 24 hairstyles. (Mattel via AP)
By D.F. Oliveria daveo@spokesman.com(509) 319-0354
A group of new Barbie dolls were introduced this month by Mattel. The maker of the famous plastic doll said it will start selling Barbie’s in three new body types: tall, curvy and petite. She’ll also come in seven skin tones, 22 eye colors and 24 hairstyles. (Mattel via AP)
A group of new Barbie dolls were introduced this month by Mattel. The maker of the famous plastic doll said it will start selling Barbie’s in three new body types: tall, curvy and petite. She’ll also come in seven skin tones, 22 eye colors and 24 hairstyles. (Mattel via AP)

Barbie may now look a bit more like the rest of us, curves and all. Mattel, the maker of Barbie, announced Thursday the iconic doll will now come in three new body types and a variety of skin tones and hairstyles. This is the first time the doll will be available in body types beyond its original stick-thin frame/ USA Today . More here.

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