Any girl’s favorite toy in the world is, of course, a beautiful blonde named Barbie. With her birth, she simply made a splash in the toy industry, and its manufacturers - the company Mattel - without thinking twice, decided to create her an appropriate friend and boyfriend. So the Ken doll appeared on the shelves of toy stores, which became for Barbie a constant companion in life for many years.
History of creation
This is the first toy in the world to be released in the male format. She is two years younger than her predecessor, her release date is in 1961. Doll Ken Sean Carson has her own family legend, described in several comic book episodes commissioned by Mattel, where his parents were even depicted.
Barbie and Ken dolls were created by the same designers - Ruth Handler and Charlotte Johnson, so they combine so beautifully with each other and are a wonderful couple. The toy got its name in honor of Kenneth, who is the youngest son of one of the creators of the satellite Barbie.
Description
Throughout its existence, the Ken doll has changed. New types of torso, skin tones, hairstyles and hair were constantly being developed, but the general characteristics of this toy remained the same.
Since Barbie and Ken dolls are family, so he must fully match the look of his companion. He has a pretty good looks and athletic physique. Previously, this toy was mainly released as a blue-eyed blonde, but nowadays there are already dolls of this type with any color of hair and eyes.
He is always dressed fashionably and stylishly, in step with the times. Barbie dolls and Ken always have outfits that are similar in design and style. His height is about 30 centimeters, and the boyfriend of the toy beauty is made of plastic and vinyl. His hair is stitched and made of synthetic monofilament.
Nowadays, Ken doll can be represented in different ways. Even collections are created for lovers of popular film and fans of famous artists.
Varieties
Now in the windows of toy stores you can see a whole family of Barbie dolls, where Ken acts as the father of two, or even three children. But in the event that the girl is the happy owner of only one Mattel toy, it is always possible to fix it by buying her the appropriate companion.
There are many different types of dolls. This can be the image of a handsome young man, a real prince, the future spouse of Barbie or a young man dressed in the latest fashion. Clothing is also very diverse for every taste. There is even the opportunity to replenish Ken’s wardrobe by purchasing all kinds of outfits, from business suits to regular pajamas.
This doll has different professions. For example, such as a reporter, doctor, teacher and many others. For fans to collect beautiful toys, the manufacturing company has released a wide variety of collections consisting of popular heroes of famous series.
Most popular among children
Especially the little girls Kena from the Fashionable Little series fell in love. They have nice features, blue eyes and blond hair. All of them have fashionable haircuts and stylish clothes.
Now Barbie certainly will not get bored alone. Children can come up with many different plots for playing with this pair. For example, they can go together for a romantic dinner, date or party. Ken's body is hinged, and his arms and legs are bent, which allows him to take various poses in games.
Another of the fashion series is Ken in summer clothes. His outfit consists of a T-shirt with a beautiful pattern, shorts and black boots. An accessory in the form of a gray pendant flaunts on his neck.
The doll presented in the form of the groom especially fell in love with young princesses. After all, every girl from early childhood dreams of a beautiful and magnificent wedding, beating this solemn event on her toys. The couple Ken and Barbie are great for the plot of such a game.
Ken dolls can be completely different in value. Their price can vary from 900 rubles and end with several thousand. It depends on many factors, as these toys can be interactive, sold with a wardrobe or on their own. But the quality of the doll does not depend on its value, in any case it will be excellent (of course, if we are talking about an original toy, not a fake).
Reviews
Many parents remember Ken and Barbie from their childhood and, having acquired them today for their children, they say that over time they have become only better and more beautiful. The boyfriend turned into a real stylish handsome man, endowed with many fashion accessories and his own wardrobe. He acquired a variety of professions and images and changed his hair color, from which he only won, since not everyone likes blondes.
Little girls are indescribable delight, having received such an enviable groom as a gift for their beloved Barbie. The doll itself is very natural, so it is interesting enough for her to play.
Parents prefer Mattel toys because of their impeccable quality, because they don’t have to worry about the doll breaking in a few months or even years.
Interesting Facts
Not everyone knows that the acquaintance of Ken and Barbie according to the official legend of the manufacturer of these toys took place in 1961 on the set.
It turns out that in 2011 Ken Sean Carson celebrated his fiftieth anniversary, but before that, in 2004, having lived a happy family life with his companion Barbie, he officially divorced. This was announced at the international toy fair, held at that time in the United States.
This toy is so popular among the people that there is even a living Ken doll, or more precisely, its real copy in the guise of a young man named Justin. He also has a companion Barbie, which became a living girl Valeria, fully trying on the image of a popular doll - blonde.
Any parents want to make their daughter one of the happiest girls in the world. To do this, you can just buy Ken for her Barbie. Undoubtedly, every princess will be delighted with such a gift.