All Doll'd Up

Announcing the Search for the Great American Boyfriend

Dolls! Apologies for the long absence. I've missed you! I hope everyone had fun filled holiday season and a fab start to 2011.

It's not like me to take such a long blog hiatus, but it has been quite a busy fall and winter.  I became a Computer Engineer and News Anchor, we launched a new BarbieCollector.com, released the absolutely gorgeous Blonde Book, and thousands of you shared your "I Can Be" dreams with me on Facebook.

I've returned to let you know about something very special.  I am excited to announce that the a-mazing new digital competition reality series "Genuine Ken: The Search for the Great American Boyfriend," hosted by the stylish Whitney Port, premiered exclusively on Hulu today! 

Throughout the show, eight a-dorable Ken-testants will compete in a series of elimination challenges to determine if they, like Ken (yes, my ex!), have the qualities to be the ultimate boyfriend for every occasion. Whether it's a surfing competition, a cooking challenge or proving they have the best style, the guys will showcase their Ken-like qualities to woo Whitney Port and other celebrity guest judges. The winner of Genuine Ken will receive a modeling contract with Mattel, and a one-of-a-kind doll made in his likeness!

I cannot wait to see which dreamy Ken-testant wins! Make sure to check out the guys here, watch the first episode below and let me know what you think.

xoxo,

B.

 

My Top 10 Most Fabulous Moments of 2009

Now that this year is coming to a close, I must say: This has been the most amazing birthday celebration a doll could ask for! I have never seen hotter fashions, made better friends or been to more fabulous parties. And while each day seemed more amazing than the last, there are certain moments I’ll never forget.

Now that ’09 is coming to a close, here’s the top 10 from my big five-oh:

#10. Spending V-Day with Ken

This might be #10 on my list, but you know he’ll always be my number one. (Even if we’re still just good friends…no, really!)

#9. Shooting with Lagerfeld + colette + Paris = OMG

What’s a doll to do when the leader of Chanel and well, the fashion world, Mr. Lagerfeld himself, takes your pic? You strike the fiercest pose you can bend into! And, uh, working with Baptiste? Seriously, sometimes being a doll is the best job in the world.

#8. Shopping on Fashion’s Night Out

The city that never sleeps stayed up a little later than usual for, what else? The hottest fashion event around. Fashionistas and stylish dolls from around the globe got doll’d up when New York hosted the hottest shopping event of the season. I definitely shopped ‘til I dropped.

#7. Cheering at the Kentucky Derby

I was riding high and feeling like the doll of the ball at the Kentucky Derby! On May 2nd, Churchill Downs was the chicest place around. Hats off!

#6. Stepping in for Heidi Klum

What do you get when you mix Fashion Week, two iconic blondes and a video camera? Only one of the most amazing runway recaps you have ever seen. I will step in for that doll any day!

#5. Thanking the Judges

From Divine Design to the ACE Awards, it was a good year to walk the pink carpets. And I have to admit…these super shiny trophies sure look awfully pretty in my Dream House.

#4. Shooting My First Music Video

Point! Snap! Twist! Making my very first music video with JaQuel Knight was totally tops, and now, in a few easy moves, every girl can groove like a Barbie girl in a Barbie world!

#3. Lounging Poolside in Vegas

Then, just when I thought it couldn’t get any better, I was whisked off to paint Sin City pink! My time wasn’t just spent laying at the pool either…I also spent plenty of time relaxing in the sweetest suite a girl could ask for.

#2. Watching My Own Fashion Week Fashion Show

The designers. The models. And above all: The totally amazing couture. I simply couldn’t get enough of the most fabulous runway show in the tent.

#1. Partying at the Hottest Birthday Bash Ever

The absolute, without a question top highlight of my year? No doubt, it was on my actual birthday party in my luxe Malibu Dream House. Colin Cowie planned. Jonathan Adler perfected. Louboutin had everyone drooling. I couldn’t have asked for more to celebrate the best night of my life! Relive it with me here.

Whew, best year ever, right? Could anything be better than all this? We’ll see…just you wait ‘til next year, dolls!

xo,

Meet My New Friend (And Pssst, Check Out His Bod!)

The fangs. The adventures. The guys. Yeah, you know you can’t get enough Twilight either. So if you’re dying to see New Moon, get a little head start with this official photo of the new Jacob Barbie doll and his fit plastic physique!

Things were so simple between my Edward and Bella friends—but that all might be a little different now that Jacob has made it into the mix. I love a good love story, so I was rooting for Edward, but have you seen those abs?!

Oh, and which team are you on? Team Edward or Team Jacob? Let me know on my Facebook poll!

Total Twilight fan,