Barbie Is Releasing New Tokyo Olympics 2020 Dolls and a Black History Month Wardrobe

This month, Barbie [1] is encourageing kids worldwide to reach for their Olympic-level dreams [2] and look as stylish as an A-list celebrity at the same time. In celebration of Black History Month [3], Mattel has partnered with Queen and Slim [4] stylist Shiona Turini to collaborate on a wardrobe photo project that promotes diversity and inclusion. The bold new collection is inspired by Shiona's own personal style, the work she has produced throughout her career, and the first-ever Black Barbie that launched in 1980.

"Collaborating with @Barbiestyle is a childhood dream come true given I spent countless hours with my cousin playing with Barbies," Shiona said in a press release. "It was important for me to reflect on Barbie as an icon through the lens of Black culture during Black History Month." In an Instagram post [5], Shiona went on to say, "Thank you @barbiestyle for collaborating with me to create barbies with braids, finger waves and everything in between. Chicks by the layers, all different flavours. And even a curvy doll, in a crop top, with waist length twists. Baby Shiona is PROUD. Representation matters and I'm so grateful to be a part of this moment."

In addition to the stylish new wardrobe, Barbie will be releasing five new Olympics-inspired dolls in celebration of the Summer 2020 Tokyo games [6]. Each new doll comes ready to compete with its own Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 jackets and a mini gold medal to be earned after showcasing their athletic talents: skateboarding, rock climbing, surfing, karate, softball, and more. Keep scrolling to take a closer look at the upcoming Summer Olympics 2020 Barbies and shop the dolls modelling Shiona's Black History Month collection, including the original 40th Anniversary Black Barbie, ahead.