Vogue Italia - The Barbie Issue

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Barbie In Vogue - Last year, Italian <i>Vogue</i> surprised the fashion world with it's all Black issue.<BR><BR>This year, they're doing it again, only this time with Black Barbie playing the starring role.<BR><BR>Take a peek!

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Barbie In Vogue - Last year, Italian <i>Vogue</i> surprised the fashion world with it's all Black issue.<BR><BR>This year, they're doing it again, only this time with Black Barbie playing the starring role.<BR><BR>Take a peek!

The Barbie Issue - On her 50th anniversary, Barbie celebrates &lt;i&gt;Vogue Italia&lt;/i&gt;'s Black Issue by celebrating Black beauty.

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The Barbie Issue - On her 50th anniversary, Barbie celebrates <i>Vogue Italia</i>'s Black Issue by celebrating Black beauty.

Barbie In Vogue - The first Black doll from Barbie was introduced in 1967, as a friend of Barbie called Francie, followed by the first &quot;Black Barbie&quot; doll, introduced in 1980.

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Barbie In Vogue - The first Black doll from Barbie was introduced in 1967, as a friend of Barbie called Francie, followed by the first "Black Barbie" doll, introduced in 1980.

The Barbie Issue - Barbie has been an icon for whole generations which is why I really wanted to give a strong sign in step with the times, and dedicate the anniversary issue to Black Barbie.

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The Barbie Issue - Barbie has been an icon for whole generations which is why I really wanted to give a strong sign in step with the times, and dedicate the anniversary issue to Black Barbie.

Barbie In Vogue - Look out for the launch of So In Style (S.I.S) dolls - a Black Barbie collection designed with more authentic-looking Black features, including fuller lips, a wider nose, more distinctive cheek bones and curlier hair.

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Barbie In Vogue - Look out for the launch of So In Style (S.I.S) dolls - a Black Barbie collection designed with more authentic-looking Black features, including fuller lips, a wider nose, more distinctive cheek bones and curlier hair.

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&quot;Hat Mania&quot; - The addition is divided into sections; this one is called &quot;Hat Mania.&quot;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;It's elaborate, fun and enchanting, with stunning photography.

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"Hat Mania" - The addition is divided into sections; this one is called "Hat Mania."<BR><BR>It's elaborate, fun and enchanting, with stunning photography.

&quot;Sixties Fever&quot; - Barbie has been a mirror of the times for 50 years and continues to reflect the trends and interests of the day.

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"Sixties Fever" - Barbie has been a mirror of the times for 50 years and continues to reflect the trends and interests of the day.

&quot;Red Carpet&quot; - Barbie strikes a pose in &lt;i&gt;Vogue Italia&lt;/i&gt;'s iconic Black issue.

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"Red Carpet" - Barbie strikes a pose in <i>Vogue Italia</i>'s iconic Black issue.

&quot;Shape Up&quot; - The &quot;Shape Up&quot; story included swim, track and tennis spreads.

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"Shape Up" - The "Shape Up" story included swim, track and tennis spreads.

&quot;Ethnic Chic&quot; - It's nice to see tribal culture shown as sexy, beautiful, and most of all, regal.

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"Ethnic Chic" - It's nice to see tribal culture shown as sexy, beautiful, and most of all, regal.

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&quot;Tribute To Horst&quot; - She rocks rough and stuff with her afro puffs... The diversity in hair textures are a thumbs up.

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"Tribute To Horst" - She rocks rough and stuff with her afro puffs... The diversity in hair textures are a thumbs up.

&quot;Street Style&quot; - The &quot;Street Style&quot; spread is very fun, upbeat and beautifully done.

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"Street Style" - The "Street Style" spread is very fun, upbeat and beautifully done.

&quot;Fetish Icons&quot; - The &quot;Fetish Icons&quot; spread is naughty, and shows how playful working with a doll model can be.

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"Fetish Icons" - The "Fetish Icons" spread is naughty, and shows how playful working with a doll model can be.

&quot;The Tourist Glam&quot; - Black Barbies are all dolled up, and the details on their outfits are truly amazing.

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"The Tourist Glam" - Black Barbies are all dolled up, and the details on their outfits are truly amazing.

&quot;The Royal Way&quot; - The So In Style dolls are currently available at ToysRUs.com.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;Visit BarbieCollector.com for more info.

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"The Royal Way" - The So In Style dolls are currently available at ToysRUs.com.<BR><BR>Visit BarbieCollector.com for more info.

Diana Ross Barbie - For a Barbie or magazine collector, it's an exciting, well-made and enjoyable addition.

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Diana Ross Barbie - For a Barbie or magazine collector, it's an exciting, well-made and enjoyable addition.