Most of Icelandic Barbie doll's ancestors were Vikings from Norway, and her costume reflects that influence. She wears a blue jumper dress known as a "bunad." A light blue apron, trimmed with golden braiding, is tied around her waist. Her crisp, white blouse features beautiful pouffed sleeves. IcelandicBarbie doll wears long braids, very common in both Norway and Iceland, which are topped by a round blue cap with a golden tassel on her head.
German Barbie doll is ready for Oktoberfest, a celebration filled with dancing, singing, and wonderful food. Her traditional folk costume consists of a long, flowing skirt, white apron, and red jacket with white trim and golden buttons. She also wears lacy white stockings with black shoes. Let the celebration begin!
Peruvian Barbie doll wears an authentic Peruvian costume in vibrant pink, blue, and green fabric. Her pink blouse is accented at the waist by a decorative belt. Barbie wears two skirts — a dark blue one over a green one to protect her from the cold climate. A light blue shawl drapes over her shoulders. Her pink slip-on shoes and blue hat complement this ensemble, as does her long brown braided hair. The flowers on her hat are a Peruvian symbol that she's looking for a husband.
Say yah-soo, or hello, to Greek Barbie doll. She is ready for a night of dancing in her traditional Greek ensemble. Her floor-length red skirt is trimmed with golden accents. Over her white blouse, Barbie wears a fitted black jacket with red collar and cuffs. Her hair is pulled back, and topped with a red cap.
Konnichiwa (hello) from Japan. Japanese Barbie doll wears a stunning red kimono with spring flowers. Her black hair is pulled away from her face and tied with a red and white hairband. Sayonara (goodbye)!
Irish Barbie doll is from the lush "Emerald Isle" west of England. She wears an exquisite costume — a green skirt, a long sleeved fitted white lace blouse with attached green shawl draped about her shoulders with golden trim. Her long flowing hair falls delicately around her face, and is crowned by a white cap with lace trim.
Swiss Barbie doll’s costume reflects the influences of the many European countries surrounding Switzerland including Germany, Austria, France, and Italy. The top half of her dress is a fitted bodice of blue and white, with puffy sleeves. Her skirt is red with a flower print. She also wears white socks and black shoes. Her braided blond hair is topped with a wide-brimmed sun hat with blue ribbon and a red flower.
Swedish Barbie doll wears a traditional blue jumper dress with red trim called a "bunad." Over her dress is a crisp white apron accented with white lace, and tied with red ribbon. Her white blouse features beautiful pouffed sleeves and a ruffled collar. She has a matching white bonnet over her blond hair.
Hola (hello) from Spain! Spanish Barbie doll wears a traditional dress for dancing, with the ruffled layers of red fabric trimmed in black lace. The front is short so she can dance freely. The flowing train in back allows Barbie to pick it up and swing it about while she "dances". Spain's native dances include the sardana and the famous flamenco with lots of clapping and foot-stomping.
