LeBron James trades the court for the catwalk in Mattel’s latest Barbie collab. Read our review of the toy and its sneakers.

The paradigm shifts as women like Kylie Jenner invert the Pygmalion story.

With every passing era, decade and even year, you can always count on a new figurine-style toy to serve as the face of a ...

Soon, we had designed a research project to study the feet of Barbie dolls on the market from her launch in 1959 to June 2024. That’s 2,750 Barbies in all. In our study published today, we found a ...

Amirah Kambe’s research reinforces the idea that representation impacts children’s confidence, mental health and well-being.

Since introducing Barbie in 1959, Mattel has released many versions of the doll that appear to reflect societal shifts in women's employment, empowerment, and body shape. In 2023, a humorous scene ...

pink packaging and stamped with a seemingly official “Barbie” logo. Despite the dire complications, influencers have been hawking it to their followers as a quick and easy way to tan.

Toys are not merely toys; they are an embodiment of society. The study reaffirms how Barbie and other dolls influence children's perceptions of others and themselves. When the girls are allowed to ...

Barbie once could only stand on her tip toes, in tiny high heels. Her job? To look pretty. A new study finds there's a correlation between flatter-footed Barbies and more job choices. UNIDENTIFIED ...

Get creative with your Barbie doll's wardrobe using these 19 sewing patterns. From dresses to accessories, the options are ...