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New black Barbies sparks debate
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New black Barbies spark hair-raising debate
NEW YORK - Mattel has launched a new line of black Barbie dolls with fuller lips, a wider nose and more pronounced cheekbones — a far cry from Christie, Barbie's black friend who debuted in the 1960s and was essentially a white doll painted brown.
The "So In Style" line, which hit mass retailers last month, features BFFs Grace, Kara and Trichelle, each with her own style and interests and a little sister she mentors: Courtney, Janessa and Kianna. The dolls reflect varying skin tones — light brown, chocolate, and caramel — and Trichelle and Kianna have curlier hair.
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