The Barbie David Bowie Doll was released on July 11, 2019 which marks the 50th-anniversary UK release of David Bowie's single, "Space Oddity." The doll is Barbie dubbed as Bowie in the style of one of Bowie's alter ego, Ziggy Stardust and "was created by Mattel in partnership with the 2019 The David Bowie Archive under license to Perryscope Productions LLC/Epic Rights."
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"Introducing BarbieĀ® as David Bowie. In a definitive celebration of two pop culture icons, BarbieĀ® honors the ultimate pop chameleon, English singer, songwriter and actor, David Bowie, whose dramatic musical transformations continue to influence and inspire. With a career spanning over five decades, David Bowie was at the vanguard of contemporary culture as a musician, artist, and icon. He was, and remains to be, a unique presence in contemporary culture. Dressed as Bowieās fantastic sci-fi alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, in the iconic metallic āspace suit,ā this collectible BarbieĀ® doll honors the cultural legacy of the musical genius who redefined rock and roll. Subject to availability. Colors and decorations may vary."[1]
- Included with doll: Blouse, pant, boots, doll stand
- Customization: Painted fingernails, painted art on forehead
- Eyelashes: Painted
- Fashion: Metallic suit and platform boots
- Fashion Sewn On?: No
- Doll Stand: Yes
- Package Dimensions (H/D/W): 13" x 3" x 8"
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All of the same four images below were posted to coincide with the Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter announcements.
@Barbie Instagram 7/11/19:
Musician ā”ļøArtist ā”Icon ā”ļøIntroducing #Barbie as #DavidBowie š©āš¤, the pioneer of sound and vision whose music continues to show the world how to reach for the stars!
@Barbie Facebook 7/11/19:
Musician ā”ļøArtist ā”Icon ā”ļøIntroducing Barbie as David Bowie š©āš¤, the pioneer of sound and vision whose music continues to show the world how to reach for the stars!
Shop now: https://dolltasti.cc/2JttOTP.
@Barbie Twitter 7/11/19
Musician ā”ļøArtist ā”Icon ā”ļøIntroducing Barbie as David Bowie š©āš¤, the pioneer of sound and vision whose music continues to show the world how to reach for the stars!
Shop now: https://dolltasti.cc/2JttOTP.
@DavidBowie Instagram and Facebook 7/11/19:
BARBIE AS BOWIE AVAILABLE NOW
āAināt that close to love? Well, aināt that poster love? Well, it IS that Barbie doll...ā
In the year that Barbie celebrates her 60th and on the very day that Space Oddity hit half a century, toymakers Mattel have announced a new collectable doll inspired by Bowieās Ziggy Stardust wild mutation, Aladdin Sane.
Dubbed Barbie as Bowie, the doll is dressed in one of the popular costumes sported by Bowie on his 1973 tour, including the iconic red platform boots, a Schwarzkopf āRed Hot Redā mane of hair and gold disc on the forehead.
Itās not yet known if Ken will follow suit, but we reckon he would look great as Halloween Jack or The Thin White Duke.
More here: https://t.co/QDpwbJqoI6
#Barbie #BarbieAsBowie
@DavidBowieReal Twitter 7/11/19:
Mattel have [has[ a new collectable [collectible] @Barbie doll inspired by Bowieās post-Ziggy Stardust creation, Aladdin Sane. The doll is dressed in one of the costumes sported by Bowie on his 1973 tour, with iconic red platform boots, red hair and gold disc on the forehead: dolltasti.cc/2JttOTP
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Edited on 11/1/2017 by SignatureAdmin
BarbieĀ® David Bowie Doll Celebrates the Pioneer of Sound and Vision![]
By Allen Voivod
With a career spanning over five decades, David Bowie was at the vanguard of contemporary culture as a musician, artist, and icon. Now, BarbieĀ® Signature applauds his global and multigenerational impact with the BarbieĀ® David Bowie Doll!
As a Gold Labelā¢ doll, this will only be produced in limited quantities, and comes with a doll stand and Certificate of Authenticity. It's a definitive celebration of two pop culture icons, as BarbieĀ® honors the pioneer of sound and vision, English singer, songwriter, and actor, whose dramatic musical transformations continue to influence and inspire.
Dressed as Bowieās fantastic sci-fi alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, BarbieĀ® wears the iconic metallic āspace suitā with red and blue stripes and flared shoulders, and Bowieās signature cherry-red platform boots. Special details include bold makeup ā featuring the famed astral sphere forehead icon ā and a hairstyle inspired by Bowieās fiery-red locks.
The doll will arrive (not from Mars, just from our warehouse!) in specially-designed packaging, displaying a collage of images from Bowie's early career. It's another respectful aspect of this tribute to a musical genius who redefined rock and roll. It also makes BarbieĀ® David Bowie Doll the ultimate collectorās item for Bowie and BarbieĀ® fans alike.
Bowie was, and continues to be, a unique presence in contemporary culture. Honor his extraordinary talent and undeniable influence by adding BarbieĀ® David Bowie Doll to your collection today!
Ā© 2019 The David Bowie Archive Ā® Under license to Perryscope Productions LLC/Epic Rights."[2]
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