capturing her effortlessly-cool aesthetic. Fans were ecstatic when the Aaliyah Barbie was announced, and it quickly became one of the most sought-after dolls in the Music Collector Series.

tan skin and big smile reflected the changing aesthetics of the era. Another design change did not go over as well. In 1972, Barbie sales declined after they released a doll with bigger breasts.

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Rashad Haughton worked closely with the Barbie design team to ensure that every detail accurately represented his sister's style and what she meant to her fans.