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Barbie Unveils an Ashley Graham Doll, Complete with Thighs That Actually Touch
Ashley Graham is on fire this year! From being the first plus-size model to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated to launching her own lingerie line at New York Fashion Week, she’s been unapologetically showcasing her fabulous curves and even embracing her cellulite. Honestly, what’s not to love?
Now, she’s taken it a step further with her very own Barbie doll that mirrors her measurements! The doll was unveiled at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards, and it’s everything we could have hoped for.
Check this out: fierce cat eyes? Absolutely. Oversized hoops? You bet. Realistic hips? 100%. And here’s the kicker—the doll’s thighs actually touch, a first for Barbie! I mean, I want this doll for my daughter—who am I kidding? I want it for myself!
Sadly, it’s a one-off and not available for sale. But with the buzz it’s generated, who knows? Mattel might just reconsider their options. Graham shared her thoughts with The Huffington Post, saying, “I never thought I didn’t look like Barbie growing up; I just saw her as perfect. If I had a doll that looked like me, I would’ve thought my size was normal. It’s empowering for young girls to see their bodies represented.”
Ashley had some specific requests when creating her mini-me. “We took 360-degree photos of my body and worked on details—hair color, face features like beauty marks, and thick eyebrows. The most important part? I insisted her thighs touch. If they don’t, it’s not authentic!”
Let’s be real, Barbie is a legend. She was the canvas for all my childhood dreams. My Barbie was a business mogul and an absolute powerhouse. But imagine if I had a doll that represented my figure? That would have been revolutionary. All curvy girls know the struggle of not having dolls that reflect them, but thanks to Mattel, we now have options! They’ve introduced new body shapes and skin tones for Barbie this year, and she’s better than ever.
“We need to show girls that it doesn’t matter what shape you come in,” says Tanya Missad, Mattel’s Director of Consumer Insights. “Anything is possible.”
If anything is truly possible, we’d really love to see this Ashley Graham doll available for purchase soon. Please and thank you!
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Summary
Ashley Graham’s Barbie doll, unveiled at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards, is a groundbreaking representation, featuring realistic body proportions, including thighs that touch. This move by Mattel is part of a broader initiative to showcase diverse body shapes and empower young girls to embrace their own uniqueness.