Barbie adopted progressive stances: The same year as the Fair Housing Act of 1968, Mattel introduced Christie, a Black doll with a mod swimsuit. Many activists, though, took issue with the dolls.

Barbie's dress was inspired by the 1959 doll's swimsuit Hedy Phillips is the Senior ... that the new Barbie wears is a modern take on the black-and-white bathing suit from the 1959 doll.

From disco diva to pink power boss; channel Barbie’s most iconic outfits with fun, feminine fashion inspo to make every day ...