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Introduction

A DECADE of exquisite fashion andinspired design has distinguished this collection and

imbued it with the power to transport the collector, the

connoisseur and even Barbies the casual admirer to a

life infused with glamour and quintessential jet-set style.

The Barbie Fashion Model Collection spans the past ten

years, but draws its inspiration from the style icons of the

1960s from the elegance of Kennedys Camelot to theimpossible glamour of Hollywoods heyday. The alluring

designs are enhanced by an uncommon attention to detail.

From the artisanal beadwork and impeccable tailoring to

the inspired make-up, hair and elaborate and accurate set

design, the BFMC is tribute to the collaboration, passion

and vision of the many talented artists whose efforts

support this extraordinary collection. Marked by a timeless

aesthetic, true femininity and an educated appreciation of

design, the BFMC is Barbie at her beautiful best.

This book is dedicated to the incredible creative team

who helped to bring this vision to life and made this

collection possible. Thank you for making me lookgood and for making Barbie look amazing.

ROBERT BEST


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High Stepping

True Brit

Tweed Indeed

High Tea and Savories

Stewardess

French Maid

Nurse

Teacher

Red Hot Reviews

Soiree

The Ingenue

Hollywood Bound

Movie Mixer

Hollywood Hostess

Je Ne Sais Quoi

Preferably Pink

Haut Monde

Showgirl

Debut

Stunning in the Spotlight

Palm Beach Honey

Palm Beach Breeze

Palm Beach Coral

Mad Men Collection

Mad Men Joan Holloway

Mad Men Betty Draper

Mad Men Don Draper

Tribute

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Lunch at the Club

Delphine

Ravishing in Rouge

Boulevard

Dusk To Dawn

In the Pink

Lisette

Blush Becomes Her

Fashion Designer

Continental Holiday

Maria Therese

Black Enchantment

Fashion Insider Ken

Midnight Mischief

A Model Life

Capucine

Chataine

Joyeux Barbie

Chinoiserie Red

Spotted Shopping

Stolen Magic

Designer Robert Best

Collectors Index

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10 YEARSago, a talented, young fashiondesigner met his muse. That designer is Robert Best and

his inspiration is Barbie. After designing for Donna Karan

and Isaac Mizrahi, Best came to Mattel and, for the past

decade, has crafted a vision that is the Barbie Fashion

Model Collection. Rooted the romance of the 1950s and

60s and inspired by Bests love affair with black and white

films and his passion for Balenciaga, the designs areglamorous, instantly identifiable and thoroughly Barbie.

Best studied fashion design at Parsons The New School for

Design in New York. One of my instructors told me that

my sketches looked like Barbie. Best reports. So maybe it

was prophetic. Best and Barbie have been an extraordinary

match. My experience designing for Barbie has enabled

me to reach more people than I ever did while working in

high fashion, says Best. I find that very satisfying. Robert

Best gained pop culture fame himself in 2006 when he

appeared on televisions wildly popular Project Runway.

The collection that Robert Best has designed in ten yearsis a stunning achievementone that truly can be c alled the

Best of Barbie.

The Designer

Robert Best


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Delphine

2000

MAKING HER ENTRANCE

The Barbie Fashion Model

Collection launches with

Delphine, sculpted in

Silkstone with the feel ofporcelain. Her taffeta gown

recalls the heyday of Dior

and Balenciaga and intro-

duces BFMC signature blue,

a recurrent theme through-out the collection. Also

issued this inaugural year,

isLunch at the Club,

a smart suit in dark navy

a counterpoint to Delphine

in one of Bests go-to colors.

I love navy, its as versatile

as blackbut just a little

unexpected, he says.

Lunch at the Club

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Dusk To Dawn

2001

PRESENTING THE GIFT SET

The first BFMC gift set,

Dusk To Dawn, is a reminder

of the value of a well-chosen

wardrobe. The mix and matchlavender and black ensembles,

oodles of accessories and flame-

haired doll have launched the

passion of many Barbie-philes.

Its an instant collection thatjust makes you want to play,

Best says. As well as a nod

to the way that dolls and their

clothing were once sold

together as a set.

In the Pink

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QUINTESSENTIAL

BARBIE

Best calls this gown

confection couture.

Its pink and frothy anddefinitely over-the-top,

he says. With billows

of pale pink tulle and

organza, sequins andhand beaded Swarovski

crystals, this design

introduced a new level

of detail to the limited

edition Barbie Fashion

Model Collection.


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HATS OFF TO

COCKTAIL DRESSES

I love cocktail wear, says

Best. There something

about a shorter dress that

allows for more creative

accessories, like the over-

blown organza hat. The

barely-there color of the

dress accented with black

is another Best signature.

First designed with a highpony tail, this dolls coif

was eventually adapted

to a chignon in order to

accommodate the hat.

Blush Becomes Her

2001Lisette

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PURE PLATINUMA collectors favorite,

Barbie models a pale

green entrance-making

gown with Watteau back.The lines of this dress

are inspired by a more

historical time, Best

notes. The doll, whose

pale green eyes matchthe gown, marks the first

time the BFMC created

a true platinum blonde.


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Fashion Designer

2002Continental Holiday

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A NOD TO HEAD

With a smock, black and white bow tie and scissors hang-

ing around her neck, Barbie tries on the design side of

fashion. Think of Barbie channeling Edith Head, says

Best. Edith Head was such a Hollywood icon, that shesalmost become a clich. This clich works beautifully

right down to the trademark oversized glasses.

PASSPORT TO PARIS

I love to travel, Best confides, and my life is very present

in my work. The cities that I adore are, not coincidentally,

places that Barbie frequents, too. The jet-set l ifestyle, the

idea that traveling was once a glamorous notion one youdressed foris what defines this ensemble and gives an

inkling of Barbies travels to come. Barbie isnt content to

simply stay in one place and she always travels in style!


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Maria Therese

2002Black Enchantment

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OF BRIDES

AND BEAUTY MARKS

Heres another example

of how my personal life

is reflected in my work,

says Best. My sister got

married in 2002 and I

designed her gown. So,

naturally I decided to do

the same gown for Barbie.

They are both my muses

so they both deserve

gorgeous gowns. My sisterand I are very closeshe

even made a surprise

appearance when I was

onProject Runway. Best

callsBlack Magica girly

dress in a serious color.

The beauty mark that high-

lights Barbies cheek is a

detail that distinguishes all

the dolls of this collection.


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Fashion Insider Ken

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EVERYTHING BUT

THE GIRL

This is the first time that

Ken was featured in this

collection. So, we approached

it exactly as we would with a

Barbie gift setright down

to his underpinningswhich

are very detailed. Still, itsdistinctly Ken, says Best.

People always say that he

looks just like me. Of course

he does, I even have the

same sunglasses.


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Midnight Mischief

2003

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A Model Life

2003

BARBIE DAY AND NIGHTMidnight Mischief is one of my favorite photographs of

all time, says Best. Here, all the elements work together.

The incredibly realistic background and evocative light-

ing works to transport you to a brasserie in Paris. When I

came to the studio and saw the set for the first time, it was

so exciting to see my vision materialized and so spot-on

so detailed.


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Capucine/Chataine

2003

INSPIRATION FROM FRANCEAn exclusive for FAO Schwarz, the blonde Capucineshares

the name of the French actress/model featured in the 1963

The Pink Panther movie. The Pink Panther is my go-to

fashion film, says Best. The clothes are incredibly glam-

orous and speak to that era. This design was inspired by

model Suzy Parker and those gorgeous photos of her from

the late 1950s.


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Joyeux Barbie

2004Chinoiserie Red Moon/Midnight/Sunset

2004

BFMCS FIRST CHRISTMASThis is the first holiday doll in the collection, says Best.

Typically the Holiday Barbie is a huge dealso this was a

challenge. I didnt want it to feel like a tree topper; instead,

I tried for cool restraint. For me this was less about creating

a holiday doll and more about designing a beautiful doll.

I chose white and sparkly jewels, because it reminds me of

snow in the sunlight. Im from Utah; I know snow.

EAST MEETS BEST

Collectors asked for an A sian-inspired doll, Best explains.

So we responded with three. The designers passion for

Asia and the aesthetic and sensibility of Far East is evident

in the silky red, floral pajama ensembles that complement

this trios exotic beauty and distinctive blue-black coifs.


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High Stepping

2006True Brit

2006

BARBIES BRITISH INVASION

London is one of my favorite cities, says Best. My

sister lives there, so I visited quite often and began toreally embrace the culture. In fact, short of adopting

an accent, I did everything I could to turn myself into a

proper English gentleman. Barbie also is also thoroughly

immersed in a new place and protocol. Thats what I

love about international travelit changes you.

T d I d d Hi h T d S i


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Tweed Indeed

2006High Tea and Savories

2006BARBIES BRITISH ACCENT

Barbie hits the High Street shopping scene while on holiday

in Britain. I adore purses and luggage Best explains.

Barbies bag is double quilted with a faux zipper detail.

At high tea, Barbie embraces the English tradition in style.

Her elegant ensemble is part of a gift set.

Stewardess/French Maid Nurse/Teacher


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Stewardess/French Maid

2006Nurse/Teacher

2006

UNIFORMLY FABULOUS

I love uniforms, Best confides. The cl assic Pan American

stewardess, the maid What they wear makes what they do

instantly recognizable. These four work together as a series

that celebrates the accoutrement of the working woman.

DESIGNED FOR AUTHORITY

The authority conveyed by a black and white uniform is

unmistakable, says Best. These workplace fashions pay

homage to the 1940s when women really joined the work-

force in droves and demanded more than a paycheck they

demanded respect.

Red Hot Reviews/ Soiree


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Red Hot Reviews/ Soiree

2007

BEST OF THE WEST

This collection mines the creative energy of the city I call

home, Best explains. These designs recall the myth of

Hollywood and position Barbie as an actress. Her leopard-

print turban evokes the mystery of Gloria Swanson while

the regal brunette upsweep is an unmistakable nod to thespirit of Audrey Hepburn.


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The Ingenue/Hollywood Bound


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The Ingenue/Hollywood Bound

2007

DREAMING OF FAME

The starlet in her dressing room captures the Hollywood

ideal. Barbie plays the role perfectly in her filmy peignoir

with signature light blue ribbons and lace. On the set, the

white coat and rose-patterned dress create a Marilyn Monroe

moment while her white-framed sunglasses enhance herscreen-icon image and keep the paparazzi at bay.

Movie Mixer


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2007

STARS IN HER EYES

At a soiree in the Hollywood

hills, the breathtaking view

is eclipsed by Barbies eye-

catching pink ensemble.

The blonde dressed inpink, seems very Barbie,

says Best. But in fact,it didnt really exist in this

collection before now.

Hollywood Hostess


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ENTERTAINING IN STYLE

California is all about the light, says Best. The reason

movies were made in Hollywood was because of the quality

of the lightwhich this gift set captures. The sunshine flood-

ing into this 1960s modern house just says Palm Springs.

The red-headed Barbie evokes a young Ann Margaret andeverything about her has a sun-kissed quality.

Je Ne Sais Quoi

Je Ne Sais Quoi Preferably Pink

Preferably Pink


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AVEC ACCOUTREMENTS

The details of this ensemble are what make it really work,

says Best. The pink tweed suit is accented by enamel cuff

bracelet, designer-style purse, miles of beads, smart spec-

tator pumps and a jaunty black hair bow. I received an

e-mail from a collector who said that this doll was beyond hiswildest expectations. That makes all the effort worthwhile.

BUENVENUE BARBIE

Barbie returns to Paris where

fashion reigns. I rarely look

at my sketches and think

God, Im good, says Best.

But this one is really one ofmy favorites. Here, Barbie

models a gold brocade tunicover a straight skirt with faux

sable trim, hat and brooches

that add a bit more sparkle to

La Ville-Lumiere.


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Haut Monde/ Showgirl

2008


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EVENING IN PARIS

I adore Suzy Parker and Haute Monde is my tribute to

her. Its insanely detailedyet looks so simple, Best saysof the pintucks, ribbons and tulle. The Showgirl deserves

her own book. Her costume is a feathery creation of satin,

sequins and beading. The photo takes my breath away,

Best remarks. She looks so real.


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2010

SUNDRENCHED TONESBarbie heads to Florida with

her beloved dog, Miss Honey.

A friend in New York has a

Yorkie named Miss Honey and

Ive immortalized her here

and in other designs like TrueBrit, says Best. In this new

collection, Barbie glows with

a sun-kissed complexion and

yellow ensemble as bright as

the Florida sunshine.

Palm Beach Breeze

2010Palm Beach Coral

2010


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COLOR ME CAFTAN

Its the life of luxury for Barbie with a nod to the graphic ap-

peal of Emilio Pucci and the colors of Lily Pulitzer. Therewere doubts that a caftan would work on Barbie, says Best.

Even the pattern maker was unsurebut its gorgeous.

Bold patterns and flowing fabric are balanced by volumi-

nous hair that recalls 1960s super-model Jean Shrimpton.

LUXURY

MEETS LOUNGEWEAR

This whole line was a real

departure from what we

had been doing, says Best.

Barbie has new skin colora golden tanand the whole

feeling is kind of mod. I dont

often do bright colors, butthis is an example of how the

location dictates the design.

Its the Palm Beach of my

fantasya place where every-

one has Dynelhairpieces

and is lounging by the pool

sipping Technicolor drinks.

Mad Men

2010


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MAD ABOUT BARBIE

Stylish, sophisticated and sometimes scandalous,Mad Men

captured the vibe of the 1960s and the imagination of a

new generation. The creation of this line marks the first

ever licensed BFMC products. It is such a good match,says Best. The show has a cinematic approach that I

appreciate and evokes an era that I love. Im a huge fan

of the show and, it turns out, Matt Weiner, the executive

producer, is a Barbie fanso its really a dream partnership

built on mutual respect.


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10 Years of BFMC

2000-2010


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Garden PartyFashion2000

LisetteBarbieDoll2001

Ravishing in RougeBarbieDoll

2001

Fashion DesignerBarbieDoll2002

Continental HolidayGiftset2002

A Model LifeGiftset2003

Trench SetterBarbieDoll2004

DelphineBarbieDoll2000

BoulevardFashion2001

Dusk To DawnGiftset

2001

Maria ThereseBarbieDoll2002

LingerieBarbieDoll #62003

Sunday BestBarbieDoll2003

Chinoiserie RedMoonBarbieDoll2004

LingerieBarbieDoll2000

In the PinkBarbieDoll2001

LingerieBarbieDoll

2002

ProvencaleBarbieDoll2002

Fashion InsiderKenGiftset2003

ChataineBarbieDoll2003

Chinoiserie RedMidnightBarbieDoll2004


Blush Becomes HerFashion2001

LingerieBarbieDoll #5

2002

Country BoundFashion2002

Wardrobe2003

CapucineBarbieDoll2003

Chinoiserie RedSunsetBarbieDoll2004

Lunch at the ClubFashion2000


Fashion EditorBarbieDoll

2001

Accessory Pack2002

Black EnchantmentFashion2002

Midnight MischiefFashion2003

City SmartBarbieDoll2003

JoyeuxBarbieDoll2004

The Spa GetawayGiftset2004

Trace of LaceBarbieDoll (Brunette)

2005

VioletteBarbieDoll2006

The TeacherBarbieDoll2006

Lady of the ManorBarbieDoll2006

High SteppingBarbieFashion2006

45th AnniversaryBarbieDoll2004

Vanity and Bench2004

Trace of LaceBarbieDoll (Blonde)

Exclusive 2005

The French MaidBarbieDoll2006

The WaitressBarbieDoll2006

High Tea and SavoriesBarbieDoll Giftset2006

Movie MixerBarbieDoll2007

45th AnniversaryBarbieDoll (AA)2004

Spotted ShoppingBarbie Fashion2005

Muffy RobertsBarbieDoll

2005

The NurseBarbieDoll2006

Day at the RacesBarbieDoll2006

DahliaBarbieDoll2006

The SoireeBarbieDoll2007

45th AnniversaryBarbieand KenDollGiftset 2004

Stolen MagicBarbieDoll2005

Happy Go LightlyBarbieDoll

2005

The Nurse (AA)BarbieDoll2006

Tweed IndeedBarbieDoll2006

Highland FlingBarbieDoll2006

Red Hot ReviewsBarbieDoll2007

FAO Exclusive JoyeuxBarbieDoll2004

New EnglandEscapeFashion Giftset2004

Suite RetreatBarbieDoll

2005

New York YorkieBarbieAccessory Pack2005

The StewardessBarbieDoll2006

Pretty PleatsBarbieDoll2006

True BritBarbieAccessory2006

2000-2010

10 Years of BFMC

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The IngenueBarbieDoll2007

The UsheretteBarbieDoll2007

The ShopgirlBarbieDoll

2008

Toujours CoutureBarbieDoll2008

Prima BallerinaBarbieDoll2009

Palm BeachSwimsuit BarbieDoll2010

Mad Men Betty Draper2010

Hollywood HostessBarbieDoll2007

Honeyin HollywoodAccessory Pack2007

Tout De SuiteBarbieDoll

2008

DbutBarbieDoll2009

Southern BelleBarbieDoll2009

Palm Beach BreezeBarbieDoll2010

Mad Men Joan Holloway2010

Hollywood BoundBarbieDoll2007

The ArtistBarbieDoll2008

Preferably PinkBarbieDoll

2008

DbutBarbieDoll (AA)2009

Stunning in theSpotlightBarbieDoll2009

Palm Beach CoralBarbieDolll2010

Mad Men Roger Sterling2010

The SirenBarbieDoll2007

Haut MondeBarbieDoll2008

Je Ne Sais QuoiBarbieDoll

2008

Gal on the GoBarbieDoll2009

Golden Gala BarbieDoll (Convention)2009

Palm Beach HoneyBarbieDoll2010

TributeBarbieDoll2010

The InterviewBarbieDoll2007

The SecretaryBarbieDoll2007

Market DayBarbieDoll

2008

The ShowgirlBarbieDoll2008

Parisienne PrettyBarbieDoll2009

Golden Gala BarbieDoll (Convention AA)2009

Mad Men Don Draper2010

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