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Sandra "Johnsie" Bryan has curated an extraordinary array of Barbie® dolls and their companions, a collection sure to captivate and enchant even the most casual of readers. These dolls are meticulously staged within authentic settings that artfully encapsulate the diverse tapestry of the glamorous doll's escapades. From her annual festivities to her globetrotting adventures, and from her myriad illustrious careers to her fanciful abodes, every facet of Barbie's world is vividly portrayed. Within the pages of this book, readers are transported to an era when adulthood was but a whimsical daydream, and the presence of a Barbie® doll ignited youthful creativity. The enduring allure of Barbie® remains undiminished; modern-day iterations continue to garner monumental success in the marketing realm, while vintage counterparts have ascended to staggering heights in collectible value. This compilation of photographs serves as a heartwarming reunion with an old and cherished friend, rekindling cherished memories for those who once owned a Barbie® doll or shared a connection with someone who did. Barbie® & © 1998 Mattel, used under license, without direct affiliation with Mattel.

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During the 1970s, the real Cher wore Bob Mackie designs for her TV show as well as for galas and other public appearances. Presented here are the fashions that Mego Corporation recreated, perfect little miniatures captured in doll-size. This vast array of designs showcases Mackie's flair for the dramatic, his gift of the glitz, and his love for the show-biz statement. Fans will be amazed by how many doll-size versions of the real Cher's fashions they recognize and remember. The 1970s live again in baring tops and billowy bell bottoms, slinky metallic gowns, and of course, stretch polyester. It's pure fun turning the pages to see each fashion, with names like "Herky Jerky," "Jumperoo," and "Midnight Blue," in scenes that works the name of the outfit into the action. There are over fifty designs for the Cher™ doll by Mackie and many more for the other Mego® fashion dolls like Farrah™, Diana Ross™, Toni Tennille™, and of course, ™ Sonny. With values in the captions, this is a must-have reference book for fans of Cher and all her celebrity friends!

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