The latest collection from Mattel is inspired by one of the greatest film series of all time. No not the Marvel Cinematic Universe, we’re talking about Star Wars. The Star Wars x Barbie collection is available for pre-order and will begin shipping on November 18, 2019.
What’s happening:
- Mattel has released their new Star Wars x Barbie collection featuring three doll designs inspired by the iconic characters from Star Wars: A New Hope. Dolls include:
- R2-D2
- Darth Vader
- Princess Leia
- Each doll retails for $100 and comes with highly detailed accessories.
- Dolls are available for pre-order now and will start shipping on November 18, 2019.
R2-D2
R2-D2 doll details:
- The Star Wars R2-D2 x Barbie doll captures the lovable droid’s look in a geometric ensemble with a dome skirt, bomber jacket and thigh-high boots over silvery tights. A vibrant blue ponytail and “radar eye” detail complete the look.
- Designer:
- Included with doll:
- Jacket
- Gloves
- Top
- Skirt
- Tights
- Eyelashes:
- Painted
- Fashion:
- Dome skirt
- Bomber jacket
- Thigh-high boots over silvery tights
- Fashion Sewn On?:
- No
- Includes a Star Wars doll stand and Certificate of Authenticity.
- Colors and decorations may vary.
- Package Dimensions (H/D/W): 18" x 6" x 11"
Darth Vader
STAR WARS – Darth Vader | GHT80 | Barbie Signature
Darth Vader doll details:
- This collectible Star Wars x Barbie doll captures Darth Vader’s Sith armor silhouette in a head-to-toe shiny-black ensemble. Metallic details at her collar and waist, dark glasses and an emblematic black cape finish the look.
- Designer:
- Included with doll:
- Glasses
- Choker
- Holster
- Corset
- Boots
- Clutch
- Eyelashes:
- Painted
- Fashion:
- Shiny-black peplum top
- Panelled pencil skirt
- Knee-high boots
- Fashion Sewn On?:
- Yes
- Includes a Star Wars doll stand and Certificate of Authenticity
- Colors and decorations may vary.
- Package Dimensions (H/D/W): 18" x 6" x 11"
Princess Leia
STAR WARS – Princess Leia | GHT78 | Barbie Signature
Princess Leia doll details:
- This collectible Star Wars x Barbie doll captures Princess Leia’s iconic look in an elegant white gown with dramatic, floor-length sleeves. Details include a silvery peplum belt, cuff jewelry and an up-do inspired by her signature bun hairstyle.
- Designer:
- Included with doll:
- Necklace
- Cuffs
- Belt
- Shoes
- Clutch
- Doll stand
- Eyelashes:
- Painted
- Fashion:
- White gown with silver peplum belt
- Fashion Sewn On?:
- No
- Includes a Star Wars doll stand and Certificate of Authenticity
- Colors and decorations may vary.
- Package Dimensions (H/D/W): 18" x 6" x 11"
What they're saying:
- Mattel’s Allen Voivod, interviewed Barbie designer Robert Best about this new collection. Read the full interview here.
- Robert Best on what he found unique about this collaboration: “The unique aspects of this come from the collaboration of two unique icons that truly stand alone. Barbie and Star Wars are cultural phenomena like no others and so it’s exciting to bring these two worlds together. I also think it might be an unexpected collaboration and I love that.”
- Robert Best on what fans will be most excited about: “As a fan of both myself – my hope is that fans will share the excitement and joy that I had when creating these dolls from this unique and amazing collaboration. For me personally – this was definitely a dream collaboration and I hope that comes through to the fans.”
More Barbie collections:
- Earlier this month Mattel revealed the X-Men inspired Barbies featuring:
- Storm
- Dark Phoenix
- Mystique
- Alex reviewed the dolls inspired by A Wrinkle in Time.