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Today is #ADA36! On July 26, 1990, President Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. My Barbies decided to mark the occasion -both the ADA and my club, #DisabledBarbies, reaching 1K members. Bald Barbie in all black sitting (she has alopecia) is carrying the Disability Pride Flag.
Picture of 10 Barbies who have 9 different disabilities sitting and standing on a boat at sea. Dolls have different body types and skin tones and are of different races. There is a bright blue sky behind them, ocean water and a railing. They are standing or sitting on a wooden floor. Doll on far left is wearing all black and has a tanned skin tone (she is bald; she has alopecia)--she is carrying the Disability Pride Flag which has diagonal stripes that are charcoal grey, green, blue, yellow, gold, and red. L to R: the Barbies have alopecia, autism, vitiligo, clear hearing aids, pink prosthetic leg/ mobility disability, wheelchair / mobility disability, insulin pump for Type 1 Diabetes, Down Syndrome, blind Barbie with UV protection sunglasses and walking stick, and Down Syndrome. Other side of the boat - 4 Barbies with the blue ocean and blue skies behind them. Far left one is African American and curvy--she is wearing all pink, sitting in a hot pink chair and wearing clear hearing aids. Sitting on the ground is a tall, tanned Barbie who is bald--she has alopecia. She is wearing a black tank top, black baggy pants and carrying the Disability Pride Flag. Behind her is a petite African American Barbie with the skin condition, vitiligo. She is smiling, has an afro and wearing a yellow and pink vertically striped dress. Sitting down second to last is petite Barbie of Indian descent in red Hello Kitty print dress--she has autism. She is wearing noise cancelling headphones, carrying a pink fidget spinner on one finger, and carrying an AAC tablet in the other hand. Fourth doll is an African American Barbie in a wheelchair that has pink accents. She has a large black afro, gold hoop earrings, and a blue romper dress with rainbow hearts on it. Shows 3 Barbies up close on the boat posing--behind the three Barbies, is a railing. They are standing on wood. You can also see beige couches with pillows in the background. Pacific Islander/ Asian /Latina looking Barbie has pink prosthetic leg and is wearing a red and white sailor dress while carrying a red and white tote bag. She has a cell phone in one hand. She has long black hair, big black eyes and fair skin. Doll in the middle is tall and tanned and has brown hair, brown eyes and is wearing a blue and white polka dot dress. She has a pink insulin pump and glucose monitor; she has Type 1 Diabetes. The third doll is a petite and curvy and African American with black hair in braids; she is wearing a lime green tropical dress with pink eyeglasses--she has Down Syndrome.
July 27, 2026 at 12:20 AM
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I'm in March! Work has been...a lot. Traveling to talk to lawmakers... Plus my club that i started in January - #DisabledBarbies - has taken up some time but is fun. We have almost 900 members now. It's one way I stay sane with...checks notes...everything happening.
Gif of 10 disabled Barbies (and one blonde Ken) at the gym dancing to "YMCA." The Barbies are African American, Caucasian, Pacific Islander, Latina and Asian. Two dolls have mobility disabilities: one Black Barbie is in a wheelchair and Barbie of Pacific Islander background has pink prosthetic leg. Two petite curvy Barbies that are Black and White have Down Syndrome. Tan skinned Barbie in middle is blind and has white walking stick; she is carrying balloons. Latina Barbie next to her has Type 1 Diabetes and is wearing an insulin pump. Black Barbie sitting in chair has clear hearing aids. Next to her is Asian Barbie on bike who has autism--she has pink noise cancelling headphones and a hot pink fidget spinner. On far right is a petite African American Barbie with Black afro in boxing trunks and top; she has the skin condition vitiligo. In the front is a tall African American Barbie sitting on a pink yoga mat; she is bald and has alopecia. Next to her is a hot pink and white sign that says "Barbie's Oasis."
May 27, 2026 at 5:06 AM
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It's been less than two weeks since I started it but the #DisabledBarbies sub surpassed 100 members today! People share pics of their Barbies with diverse disabilities from #AutisticBarbie to Barbie with hearing aids, ones with prosthetic legs, & wheelchairs... www.reddit.com/r/DisabledBa...
Hot pink background featuring "Disabled Barbies" in white cursive letters with pink shadows and white outlines. Letters feature Barbie font used from 1975-1991.
January 28, 2026 at 4:24 AM
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Mini-me Barbie is so thrilled to try on her new outfit! Reproduction of 1960s Matinee Barbie's red linen suit... #DisabledBarbies #Fashionablyill
Disabled Asian Barbie looking at red outfit - red dress and red coat. Doll has pink prosthetic leg, long black hair and is wearing a purple dress.
September 8, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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Mini-me asked River how his pompadour has been impossibly resilient for twenty years. #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBlueSky
An disabled Asian Barbie and a disabled male doll (named River) on the red carpet. She has a pink prosthetic leg, long black hair and is wearing a purple brocade dress. He is embracing her. River is tall with brown hair in a pompadour in a white leather jacket with brown slacks. Barbie is smiling at the camera. An disabled Asian Barbie and a disabled male doll (named River) holding hands on the red carpet and looking at each other. She has a pink prosthetic leg, long black hair, big black eyes, and is wearing a purple brocade dress. He towers over her. River is tall with brown hair, brown eyes in a pompadour in a white leather jacket with brown slacks. Barbie is smiling at the camera. River is looking at Barbie.
August 27, 2025 at 5:37 AM
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Daphne came ready to slay in her salmon pink bandage dress while carrying her walking stick and UV protection glasses. #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBlueSky
Picture of blind barbie with a walking stick walking down a red carpet. She is tall, has tanned skin tone and hazel eyes. She has long brown hair, UV protection sunglasses and is wearing a salmon pink bandage dress. She is walking toward the camera in her lavender platforms while smiling.
August 27, 2025 at 1:43 AM
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Mini-me Barbie and the new girl are besties in brocade. On the red carpet...#DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBluesky
Two Barbies walking across a red carpet. Left side one is African American and tall and curvy. She is wearing a fancy gold brocade dress. Has light brown, curly hair, brown eyes, and a big smile. She is wearing gold sandals, golden earrings, and carrying a gold clutch purse. Right side Barbie is Asian, shorter, and disabled. She has long black hair, big black eyes and is wearing a purple brocade dress with a big bow near the top of her neck. She has silver earrings, silver sunglasses, and a gold bangle. She has a pink prosthetic leg. The dolls are smiling at each other.
August 27, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Squad goals! #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBlueSky
Picture of 5 Barbies with disabilities with a colorful candy shop in the background. Banner above them has red and white lollipops and says "Barbie" in pink cursive. From left to right: Tall Barbie with tan skin tone. She is blind and has UV sunglasses and a walking stick. She is wearing a satin, pink top with ruffled lavender skirt. Next to her: short Black Barbie with a black afro--she has vitiligo and is wearing a white tube dress. Next: Asian disabled Barbie with pink prosthetic leg wearing a purple, brocade dress. She has fair skin and long black hair. Middle Barbie is Black woman in a wheelchair. She has afro with a middle part, golden hoop earrings, a multicolor romper with hearts, and pink jelly shoes. Her wheelchair has pink accents and she has an orange wheelchair ramp. Next doll is Caucasian, short with blonde hair--she has a young face and Down Syndrome. She is wearing a Super Mario print dress and carrying a pink candy cane. Standing above her on a riser is a Black Barbie with Down Syndrome. She has a young face, long black braids, and pink eyeglasses. She is also carrying a pink candy cane. Behind them is a large red gumball machine. Two short Barbies with Down Syndrome holding hands and smiling at the camera. Behind them is a colorful candy shop with balloons, milkshakes, a red gumball machine, and a banner that says "Barbie" in pink cursive. Left side Barbie is African American with long black braided hair and pink eye glasses. She is wearing a Care Bears dress. Right Barbie is Caucasian with silver sunglasses and blonde hair. She is wearing a Super Mario print dress and carrying a red hand bag. Both dolls are carrying hot pink candy canes in their left hands.
August 18, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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Scarlett loves making an entrance! The camera loves her. Mini-me and Scarlett pose for the paparazzi. #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBlueSky
Barbie in front of a colorful candy shop in the background with a banner that says "Barbie" in pink, cursive and has red and white lollipops and candy dots. This Barbie is Caucasian and short with fair skin and big red soap opera hair. She is wearing a pink, floral print dress with pink high heels and an expensive white, leather handbag. She is wearing silver earrings and a silver bracelet. To the left of her are gift bags, milkshakes, and a bouquet of balloons. To her far right is a large, red gumball machine that is full of balls of different colors. Barbie has freckles and blue eyes. Pictures of 2 Barbies with a colorful candy shop in the background. Left sided Barbie is Caucasian with big, curly red hair, blue eyes and fair skin. She is short and wearing a pink floral print dress. Barbie on the right is Asian and disabled with a pink, prosthetic leg. She is wearing silver sunglasses and a purple brocade dress with a gold bangle. Her dress has a huge bow by her neck and is knee-length. Next to her is a large, red gum ball machine that is full. Between both dolls is a banner with candy dots and red and white lollipops that says "Barbie" in pink cursive.
August 18, 2025 at 5:34 AM
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Scarlett has arrived! With her wild red mane and designer taste, she's always fashionably late. #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBlueSky
Picture of three Barbies with colorful candy shop in background. Left and middle Barbie are both Caucasian and short. Far left Barbie has blonde hair and Down Syndrome; she is wearing a Super Mario print dress. Middle Barbie has red hair in big, voluminous curls and is wearing a pink floral dress, carrying an expensive white leather bag, and in pink heels. Barbie on the right is Asian and disabled. She has long black hair and is wearing a purple brocade dress and has a glittery, pink prosthetic leg. She is standing next to a large, red gumball machine. All 3 are smiling at the camera.
August 18, 2025 at 5:21 AM
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More pictures of mini-me Barbie and friends at the local candy shop. "What is your favorite color/flavor of gumballs?" mini-me asks Jasmine and Lily. #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesOfBlueSky
Picture of 3 Barbies with a colorful candy shop in the background. Barbie on far left is African American, has a young fae, and pink glasses. She has Down Syndrome and is wearing a Care Bears dress. Barbie next to her is Caucasian and has blonde hair, silver glasses, and is wearing a Super Mario's print dress. Both dolls are carrying pink candy canes. Barbie on far right is Asian and disabled. She has a pink prosthetic leg and a purple brocade dress. She is standing next to a large, red gumball machine asking the other dolls what flavors they want. Picture of 3 Barbies and 1 Ken with a colorful candy shop in the background. Barbie on far left is African American, has a young fae, and pink glasses. She has Down Syndrome and is wearing a Care Bears dress. Barbie next to her is Caucasian and has blonde hair, silver glasses, and is wearing a Super Mario's print dress. Both dolls are carrying pink candy canes. Barbie on far right is Asian and disabled. She has a pink prosthetic leg and a purple brocade dress. She is standing next to a large, red gumball machine asking the other dolls what flavors they want. Ken is standing to her right--he is Caucasian with blonde hair, blue eyes and is wearing a black tuxedo.
August 18, 2025 at 5:18 AM
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Mini-me Barbie with her friend Jasmine. #DisabledBarbies #DisabledBarbiesofBlueSky
Two Barbies with a colorful candy shop in the background. Far left Barbie is African American, short and curvy with long black hair in braids. She has Down Syndrome. She has hot pink glasses and is smiling while carrying a pink candy cane in her right hand. She has a Care Bears shirt with a pink heart and skirt with different colored Care Bears. Right side Barbie is disabled with pink glittery prosthetic leg. She has long black hair and is wearing a purple brocade dress with a bow. There is a banner between them with lollipops that reads "Barbie" in pink, cursive. Balloons are behind the Black Barbie's head and milkshakes are to the left of her. Next to the Asian Barbie is a large, red gumball machine. Her hand is on the silver handle; she looks like she is talking to the other Barbie asking her what she wants. There are pink pails, translucent boxes with candy, and a blue cabinet with pink handles.
August 18, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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Ken was there dressed to the nines! Mini-me Barbie and Ken discovered they both love blue licorice and strawberry milkshakes. #DisabledBarbiesofBlueSky #DisabledBarbies
Picture of disabled Asian Barbie (left) and Caucasian Ken on the right. Colorful candy shop is in background. Asian Barbie is fair skinned with long black hair and a pink, glittery prosthetic leg. She is wearing a knee-length purple brocade dress with a bow at the neck. Ken has blonde hair and is wearing a black, formal tuxedo with a pink flower and pink bowtie. In the background is a banner with lollipops that says "Barbie" in pink cursive. Behind Ken is a large red gumball machine that is full. There are balloons behind Barbie and gift bags and milkshakes. Underneath the banner are pink pails, shelves with different colored candies and a blue cabinet with pink handles.
August 18, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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Mini-me Barbie took a picture with her friends Harmony and Daphne. Harmony was a mermaid who became human and loves wearing cerulean blue. Daphne is carrying a walking stick because of her vision impairment. #DisabledBarbies
Three Barbies with a candy shop in the background. Far left Barbie is Asian with silver and lavender hair. She is fair skinned. She is wearing a cerulean blue dress with a bow on her right shoulder and silver shoes and silver purse. Second Barbie is blind and carries UV sunglasses and a walking stick. She is wearing a satin, pink top with a textured purple ruffle skirt. On the far right is a disabled Asian Barbie in a purple brocade dress that ends at the knee. Doll has long black hair, fair skin, and has a glittery pink prosthetic leg with matching pink translucent heels. Banner in the background has lollipops and says "Barbie" in cursive. There are pink pails below the banner to collect different colored candies in the case. A blue cabinet with pink handles is at the bottom. Next to the disabled Barbie is a big red gumball machine full of different colored balls.
August 18, 2025 at 2:32 AM
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Mini-me Barbie visited the candy shop this weekend...I miss my favorite place on earth, Dylan's Candy Bar. Ours closed. This is the closest thing to it aside from flying to NYC. #DisabledBarbies
Asian Barbie in up close picture with candy shop in background. She is smiling, has long black hair, big black eyes and fair skin. She is wearing a purple brocade dress. In the background are buckets of different colored candies, milkshakes, a bouquet of balloons, and a full red gum ball machine. Barbie is smiling at the camera and has pink pouty lips. Picture of disabled Asian Barbie in the foreground with colorful candy shop in the background. Barbie has a glittery pink prosthetic leg. She has long black hair, silver earrings, golden bangle, and a purple brocade dress that hits at the knee. She has fair skin, long black hair and big black eyes. The candy store has a banner that says "Barbie" in pink cursive. There are lollipops in the banner and buckets of multicolored candy underneath. To the right of Barbie are gift bags and a bouquet of balloons. There are also milkshakes. On the far left is a big red gum ball machine that is full with different colors of balls. Barbie is smiling and looks happy.
August 18, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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This weekend...mini-me Barbie has been chilling with her friend Kit and Kit's boyfriend, Ken, on their yacht. Both girls are loving their new dresses. #DisabledBarbies
Three Barbies on a boat with a blue sky in the background. Left one is Asian with long black hair and disabled with a pink prosthetic leg. She is wearing a knee-length purple brocade dress. Middle Barbie is dark-skinned Southeast Asian Barbie with a brown bob hairstyle and a long curve hugging dress that is brown, white, tan, green and turquoise striped. Right Barbie is Latina and her sandy brown hair is in a fancy ponytail. She has brown eyes and medium skin tone. She is wearing a lace evening gown with a multicolor floral print. Picture of two Asian Barbies and a Caucasian Ken doll on a boat with blue skies and white clouds in the background. Left Barbie is disabled with a pink prosthetic leg. She has long black hair and is fair-skinned and is wearing a purple brocade dress. Other Barbie is darker skinned Southeast Asian with brown hair in a shoulder-length bob. She is wearing a floor length gown with brown, tan, green, white, and turquoise stripes. Ken has blonde hair, blue eyes and is wearing a black tuxedo with a pink flower and pink bowtie. Boat is yellow. Picture of Southeast Asian Barbie in foreground. White boat with blue sky in background. There are white clouds; it's daytime. Barbie has shoulder-length brown hair, tan skin tone, and gold earrings. She is wearing a gown with white, brown, tan, green, and turquoise stripes. She has a pink pouty lips and eyes that are brown and green.
August 17, 2025 at 4:23 AM
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Mini-me Barbie leaving work and heading into the weekend like what...She's always #Fashionablyill #DisabledBarbies
Disabled Asian Barbie in foreground. She has long black hair, big black eyes, is smiling. She is wearing a purple brocade dress and has a glittery pink prosthetic leg. In the background is an office with green plants and a large window with the Chicago skyline. Disabled Asian Barbie smiles at the camera while wearing silver sunglasses. One hand is on her hip and the other hand is adjusting her sunglasses. She has long black hair and big pink lips. She is wearing a knee-length purple brocade dress with a big ribbon at the neck, silver earrings, and a gold bangle. She has a glittery pink prosthetic leg. In the background it's nighttime. There's a tree shaded red and the light hits the tree in a bright way. Behind Barbie are cars from the 1950s including a bright red convertible.
August 15, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Mini-me Barbie stares admiringly at this abstract sculpture. 🤔 The new work of art arrived today. #DisabledBarbies
Picture of disabled Asian Barbie in pretty purple brocade dress. Dress is knee-length. Barbie has a pink glittery prosthetic leg. She has big black eyes, long black hair, and silver sunglasses on top of her head. She is staring at a pink and green ombre abstract sculpture.
August 15, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Mini-me Barbie's new dress--a purple brocade shift arrived. She's so excited to try it on! #DisabledBarbies
Disabled Asian Barbie looking at a purple dress. Barbie has a pink prothetic leg and long black hair with big black eyes. She is wearing a pink floral dress with blue teal heels and silver sunglasses. Dress for Barbie in a plastic case. Dress is brocade and purple colored. It has a ribbon across the chest area. There are dangling gold earrings and transparent glass shoes attached. A white hanger is in the background on a pink card stock that says "ICON Barbie." Sticker has "Aponi Designs by Judy O'Connell" with a butterfly on the sticker.
August 5, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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Mini-me Barbie with her two friends: Sophia rocks a pleated skirt like it's nobody's business and Monique wears hoop earrings and pink jelly shoes like the fashionista she is. Mini-me has a new dress coming; she keeps checking the mailbox ...#DisabledBarbies
Three Barbies. Left one is tall and Hispanic with long brown ponytail and is wearing a pink and red pleated skirt with a blue denim jacket. Middle Barbie is Black and in a wheelchair. She has a big black afro and is wearing golden hoop earrings, a blue romper with hearts, and pink jelly shoes. Right side Barbie is Asian and disabled with a pink prosthetic leg. She has long black hair and big black eyes and is wearing a pink floral dress.
August 3, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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"Are we twinning?" Mini-me and Scarlett. #DisabledBarbies
Two Barbies. On the left is a disabled Asian Barbie. She has a pink prosthetic leg and is wearing a pink floral dress. She has long black hair, big black eyes, and fair skin. The Barbie on the right is White and has big red hair. She is wearing the same dress but in blue. She is carrying a white, leather purse. In the background is a Barbie closet with purses on the shelves. Makeup and books on the desk. A calendar in the background.
August 1, 2025 at 6:56 AM