Miley Cyrus is the latest in ever-growing list of celebrities to get a new collector doll as part of Mattel’s Barbie Signature Series.
Paying homage to her record-breaking achievements across pop culture and entertainment, according to the legendary toy brand, the doll celebrates the cultural footprint the superstar singer/songwriter’s made as a musician, actress, and advocate for self-expression,
Inspired by Cyrus’ custom Alaïa look in her ‘Golden Burning Sun’ music video, Miley’s Barbie is donning a faux-leather two-piece pant set, a hooded jacket and pointed-toe black pumps while holding a microphone.
In a statement about her very own Barbie, the 33-year-old celebrity said she spent “so much time digging into the details” with the toymakers to ensure that the Barbie captured her “creativity and the way that I represent myself”. “Seeing my Barbie for the first time is a dream come true,” she said. “We did not miss any marks when it came down to the design of my doll from the look, the hair, the accessories, the makeup, and the structure. Every detail was purposeful, and we spent a lot of time perfecting her – not to be perfect, because that wouldn’t be representative of me, but to really get down to the details of this Golden Burning Sun look.” A
Taking to Instagram video, Miley shared that the honor it marked a “full circle moment” because she braided her Barbie’s hair and changed her outfits as a child, adding “She’s something I’ll never outgrow as she evolves with me.” “As an adult, I treasure my collection I never take out of the box. Holding my Barbie in my hands is a true full circle moment.”
The former Hannah Montana star follows in the footsteps of fellow musicians including Kylie Minogue, Stevie Nicks, David Bowie, Elvis Presley and Elton John, who have previously been honoured in the Barbie Signature Series.
The Barbie Signature Miley Cyrus Collectible Doll is on sale now, priced at $92.77.
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Author: Saul Goode
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