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Designer Shoes for Dolls

Barbie Gets a Pair of Christian Louboutin Pumps

— December 21, 2008 — Life-Stages
Next year, in honor of her 50th birthday, Barbie is set to get a pair of designer Christian Louboutin pumps. The shoes will even have their own special label: Barbie Pantone 219 Pink.

According to Luxist, Mattel Inc. will unveil the shoes at a Barbie fashion show extravaganza next February in which all models will walk the catwalk dressed in Barbie couture.

What an exciting bit of knowledge for shoe fashionistas and Barbie lovers as well!

Implications - While many of you may be reading this thinking, "How come Barbie gets everything?" Well friends, Barbie is a very special gal, who is certainly deserving of her own pair of stunning custom-made Christian Louboutin heels!
Trend Themes
1. Designer Doll Fashion - There is a growing trend of designer fashion for dolls, which creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the toy industry by collaborating with established brands and designers.
2. Brand Collaborations - The collaboration between Mattel and Christian Louboutin highlights the trend of companies working together to create unique and exclusive products that generate buzz and excitement.
3. Luxury Collectibles - The growing market for luxury collectibles like designer Barbie shoes offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the high-end collectibles industry by partnering with established fashion brands and designers.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The growing trend of designer fashion for dolls offers opportunities for the toy industry to collaborate with established fashion brands and designers to create unique and exclusive products that appeal to collectors and fashion enthusiasts.
2. Fashion Industry - The collaboration between Mattel and Christian Louboutin highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by partnering with toy companies to create exclusive and unique products that blend fashion and playfulness.
3. Collectibles Industry - The market for luxury collectibles like designer Barbie shoes offers opportunities for the collectibles industry to partner with established fashion brands and designers to create high-end, limited edition products that appeal to collectors and enthusiasts.
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