Barbie x Stanley is launching a special drinkware collection to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the iconic fashion doll. This collaboration features eight unique tumblers, each highlighting a decade in Barbie’s history. For instance, the collection includes the "1959 Original, ’60s Twist ’N Turn, ’70s Superstar, and ’80s Peaches ’N Cream," among others. Additionally, it features "the ’80s Western Ken and ’80s Rockers, as well as a tumbler dedicated to the first Black Barbie."
Each tumbler is designed with distinctive details and patterns that reflect its respective era and the Barbie doll it represents; consequently, this ensures that every tumbler in the collection is unique. Overall, the series offers a detailed and celebratory tribute to Barbie's enduring legacy.
This vibrant and glamorized collection is set to launch on September 4th.
Image Credit: Mattel / Stanley
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- Nostalgic Collaborations
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