http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Fashion-Dolls-blog.html A Guide To Fashion Dolls Blog - Includes the most recent site updates, updated pages, and new information added to Fashion-Doll-Guide.com. en-us Vintage Barbie Dolls Tue, 15 May 2012 17:44:58 GMT Tue, 15 May 2012 17:44:58 GMT fashion-doll-guide.com http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Pose-n-Play-Tiff-Doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Pose-n-Play-Tiff-Doll.html Pose 'n Play Tiff Doll was introduced in 1972 as Skipper's TomBoy Friend. She had the same head as Living Fluff and the same body as Pose 'n Play Skipper (which was the same as Living Skipper). Today, Tiff is very hard to find. Tue, 15 May 2012 17:44:57 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/living-fluff-doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/living-fluff-doll.html Living Fluff Doll was introduced as Skipper's new same size friend in 1971. She was Skipper's first friend since Skooter and Ricky were discontinued in 1967. Fluff had the same body as Living Skipper and they shared Skipper's wardrobe. Tue, 15 May 2012 16:49:24 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1971-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1971-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html 1971 Vintage Skipper Clothes included 8 ensembles carried over from 1970, 12 new ensembles, 6 Fashion Pak items, and a Sears exclusive giftset. The Skipper Doll in 1970 was Dramatic Living Skipper. Skipper got a new same-size friend in 1971 called Living Fluff, after being friendless since 1967. Here is a list of all the Skipper fashions from 1971 with pictures and a complete list of what was included in each outfit Mon, 14 May 2012 20:12:22 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1970-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1970-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html 1970 Vintage Skipper Clothes included 12 ensembles carried over from 1969, 11 new ensembles, 6 Fashion Pak items a Sears Exclusive ensemble and a Sears exclusive giftset. The only Skipper Doll in 1970 was Dramatic Living Skipper. There were no same size friends this year. Here is a list of all the Skipper fashions from 1970 with pictures n=and a complete list of what was included in each outfit. Mon, 07 May 2012 19:27:36 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1969-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1969-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html The 1969 Vintage Skipper Clothes included 12 new ensembles. None of the ensembles from previous years were carried over. There was also a Sear's Exclusive Skipper ensemble - Bright 'n Breezy Gift Set #1590. The only Skipper dolls sold in 1969 was Twist and Turn Skipper. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:35:50 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/i-truly-do-love-this-website.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/i-truly-do-love-this-website.html Good Evening! I truly do love this website! Came across it tonight and got a huge lump in my throat and tears in my eyes when I finally found my doll! Sun, 12 Feb 2012 18:26:41 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1968-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1968-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html 1968 Vintage Skipper Clothes consisted of 8 new outfits and the twist and turn Skipper Doll. Includes pictures and descriptions of all 1968 Skipper fashions and accessories. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:18:00 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/ricky-doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/ricky-doll.html Vintage Ricky Doll was introduced in 1965. He is the same size as Skipper and had his own wardrobe of six ensembles. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:39:28 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/skooter-dolls.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/skooter-dolls.html The first Vintage Skooter Dolls were introduced in 1965, as Skipper's same size friend - the dolls have the same body with different heads and can share all of the same clothing. Between 1965 and 1967 there were two different dolls and a gift set - here are the pictures and descriptions. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:43:55 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/2011-Holiday-Barbie.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/2011-Holiday-Barbie.html 2011 Holiday Barbie is again available in both Caucasian and African-American versions. She is wearing an elegant gown designed by Robert Best. Her dress is emerald green with jewel accented gold embroidery and a golden lame lined skirt and underskirt. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:12:07 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Growing-Up-Skipper-Doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Growing-Up-Skipper-Doll.html Growing Up Skipper Doll is one of the most well known of all the vintage Skipper dolls. Marketed as 2 dolls on 1 for twice as much fun, Growing up Skipper and her friend Ginger would grow taller and develop small breasts when their left arms were rotated forward, transforming them from a young girl to a teenager. In addition to Skipper and Ginger's original ensembles - which included outfits for both the girl and the teen versions, between 1975 and 1976 there were an addition 6 ensembles that also included outfits for both sizes of the dolls. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:53:39 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1967-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/1967-Vintage-Skipper-Clothes.html 1967 Vintage Skipper Clothes consisted of 12 new ensembles. Skipper's three fashion pak items from 1965 and 1966 continued in the 1967 collection. Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:09:13 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-whats-new-at-the-zoo.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-whats-new-at-the-zoo.html Vintage Skipper What's New At The Zoo? #1925 (1966) features a red broadcloth dress and has a dropped waist, pleated skirt and a white placket made with loop trim and three red buttons. Mon, 05 Sep 2011 21:51:41 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-tea-party.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-tea-party.html Vintage Skipper Tea Party #1924 (1966) features a cute Yellow Sleeveless Dress with Black and White Daisies and Ruffled Hem Mon, 05 Sep 2011 21:47:00 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-sledding-fun.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-sledding-fun.html Vintage Skipper Sledding Fun #1936 (1966) - Skipper's sledding jacket is a Red and Navy Blue Floral and Diamond Print with a zip up front and a white faux fur collar. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:54:51 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-rainy-day-checkers.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-rainy-day-checkers.html Vintage Skipper Rainy Day Checkers #1928 (1966) - This is what girls dresses looked like in this era and girls wore dresses most of the time. This plaid dress has white lace trim collar and cuffs and a pleated skirt. It has a red felt vest vest worn over it that has four tiny gold bead buttons. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:53:01 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-loungin-lovelies.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-loungin-lovelies.html Vintage Skipper Loungin' Lovelies #1930 (1966) - Skipper's blue pajamas from 1996 are fairly easy to find. Her PJs are made of a light turquoise blue tricot fabric and trim with lace braid and ribbon. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:51:21 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-lets-play-house.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-lets-play-house.html Vintage Skipper Let's Play House #1932 (1966) is a cute play ensemble with a white printed dress and blue pinafore. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:07:26 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-junior-bridesmaid.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-junior-bridesmaid.html Vintage Skipper Junior Bridesmaid #1934 (1966) is beautiful ensemble is probably one of the most popular vintage Skipper fashions. It is hard to find in mint condition. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:04:03 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-dog-show.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-dog-show.html Vintage Skipper Dog Show #1929 (1966) is a two-piece outfit and has a white shirt with pink ribbed knit at the neck and waist band Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:59:51 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-country-picnic.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-country-picnic.html Vintage Skipper Country Picnic #1933 (1966) is a very popular Skipper fashion that has several very hard to find accessories. Includes complete description and pictures. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:38:34 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-can-you-play.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/vintage-skipper-can-you-play.html Vintage Skipper Can You Play? #1923 (1966) is a well known Skipper ensemble that is very popular with collectors. Includes complete description and pictures. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:25:41 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Quick-Curl-Skipper-Dolls.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Quick-Curl-Skipper-Dolls.html There were two different Quick Curl Skipper Dolls released between 1973 and 1977. The doll's hair contain metal fibers that make them style-able without any heat or any other tools. With the included curling wand, you could curl Skipper's hair easily. Includes pictures and complete descriptions of each doll, clothing and accessories. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:19:16 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Twist-and-Turn-Skipper-Doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Twist-and-Turn-Skipper-Doll.html Vintage Twist and Turn Skipper Doll was Barbie's cute little sister. There were three different versions of TNT Skipper between 1968 and 1970. In 1969, her hair style changed to sausage curl pigtails. TNT Skipper had a twist and turn waist, rooted eyelashes and was Made In Japan and Taiwan. Sat, 27 Aug 2011 15:15:38 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Silkstone-Barbie-Dolls.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Silkstone-Barbie-Dolls.html Silkstone Barbie Dolls, Introduced in 2000, Silkstone Barbie Dolls are also known as Fashion Model Barbie dolls and Lingerie Model Barbie dolls. They are called silkstone, because they are made of a very hard plastic that is intended to mimic porcelain. These dolls have been very popular since their introduction. Many vintage Barbie collectors love the vintage-style flavor of the silkstones. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:52:26 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/question-about-1-barbie-stand-identification.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/question-about-1-barbie-stand-identification.html I was sold a #1 Barbie stand that is not hollow but has a wooden insert under the plastic. Were there ever #1 stands like this? It is black plastic with Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:42:12 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/can-you-identify-this-vintage-barbie-doll-for-me.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/can-you-identify-this-vintage-barbie-doll-for-me.html She has red hair, and the markings I can find on her are on her right butt cheek. The right butt cheek is marked Barbie (in cursive), PATS PENDING, MCMLVIII, Mon, 16 May 2011 14:48:42 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/please-help-my-teacher-identify-her-vintage-ponytail-barbie-doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/please-help-my-teacher-identify-her-vintage-ponytail-barbie-doll.html So my teacher, of whom grew up in the '60s, told me she had a vintage Barbie. I, being a hopeful new collector, asked if I could see it. She brought the Mon, 16 May 2011 14:34:38 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/can-anyone-identify-this-teresa-dolls-name-year-and-series.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/can-anyone-identify-this-teresa-dolls-name-year-and-series.html Think she might be Barbie's Hispanic friend Teresa. Has 1990, Mattel Inc on back of head & Mattel Inc 1966, China on back of waist. Bought her unboxed Mon, 16 May 2011 14:29:59 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/is-this-a-euro-malibu-stacey.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/is-this-a-euro-malibu-stacey.html I HAVE A STACEY WITH A TAN. DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE SHE GAME FROM? IS SHE A EURO MALIBU STACEY? I WAS ALSO TOLD THIS WAS HER ORIGINAL SWIM SUIT. Mon, 16 May 2011 14:28:29 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/looking-for-information-on-this-hong-kong-malibu-barbie-.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/looking-for-information-on-this-hong-kong-malibu-barbie-.html This Barbie has a Malibu face, I think. She has a TNT waist that is slanted. Her arms are strange, the left one is palm inward, the right one is palm Mon, 16 May 2011 14:27:06 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/help-with-slipbrapanties-set-not-found-on-your-site-or-ebay.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/help-with-slipbrapanties-set-not-found-on-your-site-or-ebay.html Hello & thanks in advance for any help you can provide! I am trying to ID a set of white pleated nylon slip, panties & strapless bra. It looks similar Wed, 04 May 2011 14:22:49 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/need-help-identifying-4-barbies.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/need-help-identifying-4-barbies.html Am trying to figure out which Barbies these are. The one in the pink dress is in her original outfit. I am unsure of the others clothing. I think the Wed, 04 May 2011 14:21:46 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/potential-for-green-ear-in-repro-vintage-sets.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/potential-for-green-ear-in-repro-vintage-sets.html In regard to the vintage reproduction barbie sets do the earrings that come with these sets cause green ear if left in? Given the green ear is an old problem Wed, 04 May 2011 14:15:06 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/the-talking-busy-barbie-i-bought-is-a-walking-busy-barbie.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/the-talking-busy-barbie-i-bought-is-a-walking-busy-barbie.html Hello I need help to Identification of my vintage barbie. I bought a vintage talking busy, but see is not! Here body is a walking body, I can see she Wed, 04 May 2011 14:11:43 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/any-kelly-experts-need-help-identifying-this-kelly-doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/any-kelly-experts-need-help-identifying-this-kelly-doll.html I've recently become fascinated with Barbie's sisters. I came across this lovely lady. But I don't know her name. Please help : Fri, 29 Apr 2011 19:54:29 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Malibu-Skipper-Dolls.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Malibu-Skipper-Dolls.html There were four different Malibu Skipper Dolls made between 1971 and 1984. The Malibu Barbie line represented a big change in the Barbie family - basically the end to the vintage era with a new direction. The blonde, suntan dolls were extremely popular. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:12:19 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Living-Skipper-Doll.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Living-Skipper-Doll.html There were four different Living Skipper Doll versions sold from 1970 to 1973 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 19:16:48 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Poodle-Doodles.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Poodle-Doodles.html Vintage Barbie Poodle Doodles #1061 (1972)is one of three ensembles from a group called Put-ons 'n Pets. This is Barbie's black doodle and a great mod ensemble to match. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 15:46:28 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Kitty-Kapers.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Kitty-Kapers.html Vintage Barbie Kitty Kapers #1062 (1972) is one of three ensembles from a group called Put-ons 'n Pets. This one has a white fluffy kitty and a multicolored ensemble with a long skirt and shorts. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 15:39:11 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Hot-Togs.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Hot-Togs.html Vintage Barbie Hot Togs #1063 (1972) is one of three ensembles from a group called Put-ons 'n Pets. This ensemble has hot pink cuffed hot pants and an Afghan Hound dog. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 15:27:00 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-White-n-With-It.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-White-n-With-It.html Vintage Barbie White 'n With It #3352 (1972) is Barbie's white cotton pique coat with a gold belt and handbag. The bag can be hard to find. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:34:29 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Sweetheart-Satin.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Sweetheart-Satin.html Vintage Barbie Sweetheart Satin #3361 (1972) is a beautiful wedding gown that can be hard to find. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:18:39 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Barbie-Sweet-Dreams.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Barbie-Sweet-Dreams.html Vintage Barbie Sweet Dreams #3350 (1972) - Barbie, Francie and Skipper had macing pajamas for their slumber party. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:10:35 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Sport-Star.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Sport-Star.html Vintage Barbie Sport Star #3353 (1972) is a casual ensemble with a denim look jumper and a red and white blouse. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:55:41 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/question-regarding-vintage-barbie-on-the-go-floral-sheath.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/question-regarding-vintage-barbie-on-the-go-floral-sheath.html Hi and thanks for being available for questions! I love your website and visit it very often. My questions involves the Vintage Barbie On the Go Floral Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:31:40 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/possible-vintage-mini-vintage-dawn-dolls.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/possible-vintage-mini-vintage-dawn-dolls.html I have two, smaller than average, Barbie dolls. One is a strawberry blonde, approx. 6 doll. She has brown eyebrows, blue eyes (downward and to the right, Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:25:22 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/is-this-a-lilli-bild-type-barbie.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/is-this-a-lilli-bild-type-barbie.html 25 years ago I purchased an amazing collection of vintage Barbie dolls from an estate sale. The deceased woman had only the most collectable Barbie-color Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:16:03 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/can-anyone-help-me-identify-this-doll-that-looks-like-a-locket-liddle-kiddle.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/can-anyone-help-me-identify-this-doll-that-looks-like-a-locket-liddle-kiddle.html Doll has long blonde hair that goes past her feet, bangs, and a small pony tail that is on top of her head. She has brown eyes and they are identical Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:14:45 GMT http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Silver-Blues.html http://www.fashion-doll-guide.com/Vintage-Barbie-Silver-Blues.html Vintage Barbie Silver Blues #3357 (1972) is a wonderful maxi length evening coat with a gold lame bodice and a floral brocade bottom and collar. Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:31:48 GMT