Barbie and Ken reflect body diversity with hearing aids, colourful prosthetic limbs, wheelchairs and skin conditions

Barbie and Ken dolls have become even more diverse, with new models in a variety of skin tones and body types. Some have disability aids or a skin condition.
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Barbie and Ken dolls have remained one of the world’s bestselling toys since their launch in 1959.

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The Ken Fashionistas dolls stay cool with trendy looks and individual style. Ken doll has an original body shape with vitiligo and sports a blue ombre Malibu tank paired with red shorts for a beachy vibe. Blue sandals are the perfect touch for sand and surf fun. Ken doll has sculpted brown hair.