It seems the Mattel Company, makers of the Barbie and Ken dolls, have stolen my sons’ likenesses for their new “Fashionista” Ken Doll line. The “Comeback Camo” Ken Doll and the “Chill in Check” doll look EXACTLY like my boys.
I will not further exploit my sons by posting their actual images to my blog. You’ll just have to believe me that the resemblance is uncanny, even down to the clothing.
I was sort of creeped out when I saw the TV news story about the new doll line the other day. I mean, what are the chances that two out of 15 dolls could double for my offspring? A follow-up question is, what kind of mother am I to give birth to not one, but two cultural stereotypes?
I should be mad that Mattel has taken my sons’ likenesses without their consent. But it’s also rather flattering.
Either way, I know what my sons are getting for Christmas this year!
Marie's Meanderings 
Pretty amazing! I like that you will know what to get them for Christmas. I hardly ever look at the Ken and Barbies but maybe I should check them out just to see what they have to offer.
Yes, I guess you should check them out. One good thing to say is that the dolls are obviously getting more realistic-looking. Maybe a little TOO realistic!
I need a link for Ken in a post I’m doing today if it is OK I’d like to link it too this one, it’s very good 🙂
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