Feminism

I have also looked in to how the children's doll 'barbie' has been an icon of American identity for a while now. At first it started off as a 'blonde hair, blue eyed model figured doll'- who was an inspiration to all little girls of America. The doll soon became a popular toy, and expanded around the world and became a favourite toy for every girl in the world.

Under the role of Feminism- many appose the barbie doll as it symbolises a passive female stereotype and a concentration on female body image and glamour. The doll has been created to have the perfect body, perfect structure and perfect boobs.

On the other hand, she did symbolise how women can be independent, and was a symbol for women who wanted to live their lives as single and successful women. Ken did not come on the scene until 1961 - three years later. Barbie was rich, clever, independent and never married. She kept herself supported in a lifestyle that permitted much flexibility and freedom.

from a site i found, i quote: "you can now purchase many Barbies with different personalties, enactments and careers, including doctors, astronauts, presidential candidates (white and African American) and - it is rumoured - this year there will be a Dentist Barbie"

Such creations of different barbie dolls gives the impression that feminism is now dead due to its success in the possibilities and oppurtunities women of a America have in this day and age. Every little girl wants to be like barbie, and now that it comes in a variety of colours concerning race, different hair styles and job oppurtunities, it plays as the perfect role model for every little girl globaly.