Ruth, who died in 2002, was identified to have received the inspiration for the name from her daughter Barbara however for the doll design, she got inspiration elsewhere. It's stated that Bild Lilli, a German doll, was the real inspiration behind the figure of the Barbie. With her toy company, they had been in a position to challenge the thought accordingly and supply American citizens at the time, a good suggestion that was extensively bought. Barbie has not been with out controversy and there are numerous lawsuits which have been launched by many individuals who question the life-style of this trend doll.
There has been some controversy over Barbie's figure when it realized that if Barbie was a real person her measurements would be an impossible 36-18-38. The Ken doll was named after Ruth's son. Barbie first had bendable legs in 1965.
Within ten years, the public purchased $500 million worth of Barbie products.
Barbie has undergone a lot of changes over the years and has managed to keep up with current trends in hairstyles, makeup and clothing. She is a reflection of the history of fashion since her introduction to the toy market. Barbie has a universal appeal and collectors of all ages enjoy time spent and memories made with their dolls.