Mod Barbie Dolls

In 1967, the first Mod Barbie Dolls were released.   Twist 'n Turn Barbie Dolls had long straight hair and her wardrobe had a total makeover.

Below is a detailed chronological history of the Mod Era from 1967 to 1972.  Each doll has its own page with pictures and detailed information.

Pictures and details are also available for Barbie's same sized Mod Friends who shared Barbie's clothes, including: Stacey, Julia, Christie, PJ, Steffie and Kelley.

For Vintage Barbie and Midge Dolls from 1959 to 1966  see Vintage Barbie Dolls.

Don't forget to vote in the poll for your favorite Mod Barbie!

Barbie Twist 'n Turn (TNT) (1967-1968) The release of the Vintage Twist n Turn Barbie Doll, also called TNT by collectors,  was the beginning of the Mod Barbie Era.  The TNT Barbie has rooted eyelashes,  bendable legs and a twist and turn waist. Vintage Twist 'n Turn (TNT) Mod Barbie

Vintage Hair Fair Barbie Vintage Hair Fair Barbie was not a doll, just a Barbie head with wigs, hairpieces and accessories.  All had chin length hair with a side part.  There were 3 different versions in the Mod Era.

Standard Barbie Doll The Vintage Standard Barbie Doll was the new "TNT' face on the standard (original, "non-TNT") body, released in 1967 through 1970.

Talking Barbie - 1968 - 1971 Talking Barbie was sold from 1968 to 1971. There were three different versions and a Stacey face variation. Don't miss the video of the Talking Barbie TV Commercial!

Dramatic New Living Barbie - 1970 Dramatic New Living Barbie had bendable knees, ankles and elbows. She swivels at the waist, legs, neck, arms and hands.

Barbie with Growin' Pretty Hair - 1971 - 1972 Barbie with Growin' Pretty Hair was sold in 1971 and 1972. She had a retractable ponytail and come with two hair pieces.

Live Action Barbie - 1971 - 1972 Live Action Barbie was sold in 1971 and 1972. There was a version that came with a stage - this was the "hippie" Barbie!

Living Barbie - 1971 Living Barbie was an update of the previous Dramatic Living Barbie - same doll, shorter name. She also had a new outfit and pink lips and cheeks instead of orange.

Sunset Malibu Barbie - 1971 - 1977 Malibu Barbie was one of the most important Barbie Dolls of the 1970s. She was sold through 1977 and defined Barbie throughout most of the 70s. She was an instant hit and was enormously popular.

(Coming Soon!) ;
Barbie Hair Happenin's
Busy Barbie
Busy Talking Barbie
Walk Lively Barbie
Quick Curl Barbie

Barbie Size Mod Friends (Coming Soon!)

Stacey
Julia
Miss America
Christie
PJ
Steffie
Kelley

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