Barbie Collector Styled By Iris Apfel Doll with Floral Suit and Accessories

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Turning off the personalised advertising setting won’t stop you from seeing Etsy ads, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. The doll will not be available for sale, but later this year, Mattel plan to release a Barbie inspired by Apfel’s style, which is promised to feature her signature spectacles and accessories from her own Rara Avis collection. The legendary Iris Apfel has spent decades establishing herself as an international style icon, and now, her efforts have paid off in a new, major way: She's being honored with a Barbie in her own likeness, the ultimate seal of Style Icon approval.

Her long-spanning career makes her the perfect subject of a one-of-a-kind doll, the highest honor Barbie bestows," the brand said in a statement. Especially to older women who admire and are inspired by one of the most dynamic personalities in the worlds of fashion, textiles, and interior design.From her signature specs to her faux fur vest and statement-making pants, she's sure to become a favorite collectable for Barbie® lovers of all ages. Boys' and girls' toy vehicle: With two distinct construction possibilities, the LEGO DREAMZzz Mateo's Off-Road automobile toy lets kids let their imaginations run wild. Fans of Apfel won't be able to nab her exact Barbie—the Iris Apfel doll released today is one-of-a-kind. The Barbie® Styled by Iris Apfel doll celebrates her style with a look from the designer’s Rara Avis collection.

Glamour may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. And now there's another fab new design to get fans excited, because creator Mattel has just announced a new Barbie doll modelled on 96-year-old style icon Iris Apfel. Ordinarily you wouldn’t expect anyone to clamor after a doll dressed like a still-living 96 year-old, but the Barbie Styled by Iris Apfel Dolls are anything but ordinary.

Mattel also announced it will be releasing an Iris-inspired "as styled by" model, which features a more standard-looking Barbie dressed in one of Iris's outfits, including the aforementioned glasses, an eye-catching fur coat and chunky beaded necklaces from Iris's own Rava Avis collection. Barbie celebrates the life and career of fashion designer Iris Apfel with this special Signature collectors doll. Apfel joins an exclusive club of stylish celebs to receive their own Barbies, like Gigi Hadid, Ashley Graham and Zendaya. It’s hard to give blanket advice, but I just think that if everybody tries to be as self-respecting and interesting as they can, it would be a better world.

Apfel confirmed the news on her Instagram account, before posting a picture of the Barbie accompanied by the caption, “Isn’t she cute? The Barbie® Styled by Iris Apfel Dolls are available now, and lucky for you, you don't have to be a celebrity or have a date on the red carpet to add them to your collection. This must-have Barbie® doll captures the style and spirit of design legend Iris Apfel in all her glory.Apfel mentioned that a Barbie was being made in her likeness during an interview with CNN Style last September. We're thrilled that she's brought her vitality, wit, and unwavering fashion sense to the new Barbie® Styled by Iris Apfel Dolls. However, in recent years, Mattel has made efforts to expand the variety of body shapes available, offering tall, petite and curvy dolls, among others. A pale blue oversize collar is fastened around her neck, along with bold layers of statement necklaces.

She spilled some wisdom in a recent issue of Harper's BAZAAR: "Why would you want to look like everyone else when there’s such a big choice of things today? For even more toy deals for Barbie dolls, toys and beyond be sure to keep coming back to Maqio Toys!

Disney Princess construction item suitable for all genders - This Belle's Storytime Horse Carriage set helps children (age 5 and above) envision tales from Beauty and the Beast. Apfel unveiled the toy March 15 on Instagram, debuting a figurine with an uncanny resemblance and a spot-on wardrobe.