She's been everything from a ballerina to a doctor. Now, for her latest incarnation, Barbie has had a serious fashion makeover.
Thanks to Italian-based, Japanese-inspired brand Tokidoki, the doll has been given a bang-on-trend pink bob, heels that would make Carrie Bradshaw jealous... and tattoos. Hmmm tattoos??????????? pls continue reading....
The $50 Barbie, which is a limited edition, has floral and Manga cartoon-style motifs across her left arm, neck and chest.
But given that it is a product marketed towards children, as well as adult collectors, some parents have already expressed their concern about the message such body art sends
One commenter, on the Ms Twixt website for parents of Tween-age girls, wrote:
'Encouraging children that tattoos are cool is wrong... Why not put a cigarette and a beer bottle in her hand while you're at it!'
Another, named Jerry, added: 'I think it is horrible and sends the wrong message to young people. In no way should a tattoo be honored. It is a lifetime brand which will fade and droop over time as the skin ages.'
What those same parents will make of the fact that Barbie's cactus-covered companion is named 'Bastardino' remains to be seen.
But the doll is not without its fans, with many praising Mattel for releasing a more contemporary role model for youngsters..........
Jokes apart i like the new Barbie.....of cos without the tattoos....she looks so pretty
Source: dailymail.co.uk
