Vintage Barbie 1961

Vintage Barbie 1961 saw many firsts.  From the introduction of Barbie's sharp dressed boyfriend, Ken, to a new bubble cut hairstyle, there was no shortage of excitement.  Below are thumbnail pictures of Vintage Barbie 1961 ensembles to help you identify vintage pieces.  Each item pictured has its own page - click on the link or picture to see more details and information about each outfit.

Vintage Barbie 1961 Dolls

#5 Ponytail Vintage Barbie Doll Vintage Barbie Black and White Swimsuit
#5 Ponytail Vintage Barbie Doll Black and White Zebra Stripe Swimsuit

Vintage Barbie 1961 Ensembles

Only eight new ensembles were introduced in 1961, and those outfits remain some of the most popular with Collectors today.  Click on the link to see more details about each individual ensemble.

1961-1964
American Airlines Stewardess #984

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1961-1965
Ballerina
#989

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1961-1962
Barbie Doll Accessories
#923

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1961-1962
Open Road
#985

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1961-1964
Orange Blossom
#987

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1961-1964
Registered Nurse
#991

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1961-1964
Sheath Sensation
#986

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1961-1962
Singing In The Shower
#988

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What were the thirty ensembles that were
available to Barbie in 1961?

With the twenty-two outfits from previous years and the eight new ensembles issued in 1961, Barbie had a wardrobe of thirty ensembles from which to choose...

Barbie-Q Outfit #962
Busy Gal #981 
Cotton Casual #912 
Cruise Stripe Dress #918 
Enchanted Evening #983 
Evening Splendour #961 
Fashion Undergarments #919 
Floral Petticoat #921 
Friday Night Date #979 
Golden Girl #911 
Let's Dance #978 
Nighty Negligee Set #965 
Peachy Fleecy Coat #915 
Picnic Set #967 
Plantation Belle #966 
Resort Set #963 
Silken Flame #977 
Solo In The Spotlight #982 
Suburban Shopper #969 
Sweet Dreams #973 
Wedding Day Set #972 
Winter Holiday #975 

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