Special Edition Archives - Barbie Treasure Chest

February 20, 2019October 4, 2019

Barbie doll sets you have never seen before

Do you have seen any set that appears in no book? Well I got a set many years ago that I’ve never seen in any book. This can be good since no burglar is going to visit you but this can also be bad because nobody knows that this set exists. Anyway, there is always a chance that you have something special because it isn’t shown anywhere.

A seller that I know offered in the last weeks something I’ve never seen before. I didn’t buy it but this reminded me that I also have something that a majority has never seen before.

As far as I know the set was bought in Italy. I’m the second owner.

December 28, 2018December 28, 2018

Nice Christmas presents

Although I didn’t expect to find any special Barbie doll for X-mas I was surprised by a nice seller who had a good offer. So I was able to enlarge my Barbie made for the Philippine market collection this Christmas. I had to wait long years to find any Barbie doll from there in general and suddenly it seems that some collectors sell a part of their collection from this very special country. I recently saw a report about a hospital and the poverty there. So I’m surprised that there were sold so many special Barbie dolls only for the market there. In a way that’s strange somehow. As far as I know Spainish is the offical language. Their indepence was celebrated in 1898 and for their 100th independence anniversary were Barbie dolls available. I got one of them for X-mas.

December 5, 2018December 5, 2018

Who has really no Holiday Barbie dolls?

The Holiday season is not far. Since August you can buy the lastest Holiday Barbie 2018 if you want. I’m not such a fan of her. I have several Holiday Barbie but not the latest ones. I think the history of the Holiday Barbie series is very interesting. Within the last 30 years many things have changed like the jewelry, the Make-Up and the dresses themselves.

I think they are not so festive anymore. The early Barbie dolls from this series you can see a greater “wow”-effect. I don’t know really how to describe it but I would express them as beautiful. Maybe this is so because I grew up in this era and they were familiar to me. Anyway, I also have later Barbie dolls from after the 2000.

October 10, 2018October 10, 2018

Why Chelsie is sexy

I never thought about the name in detail but several days ago I got a Chelsie doll that I wanted for a long time. But there is an oddity because there’s another Barbie family member with the same name but she’s a little bit older although she’s still very young. Maybe this was planned, maybe it wasn’t but for sure there are two dolls with the same name. The first Chelsie doll was a friend of Shelly and I think she was available in 1996. I have her in my collection ever since.

The second one with the same name is part of the Generation Girls series from the Millennium. Chelsie is here a grown up character and a friend of Barbie. Maybe she’s a student. I’m not 100% sure what this group is representing. Anyway, have a look yourself.

Little friend of Kelly /Shelly — Chelsie, little friend of Kelly/ Shelly

Barbie Generation Beat — Generation Girl Chelsie

By the way, she was a Toys ‘r’ us exclusive … if anyone remembers this toy chain that is now gone. I like her. She’s cute somehow and I’ve been searching for her for several years.

September 5, 2018September 5, 2018

Reasons you should be talking about FAO Schwarz at the moment

Do you know the toy store FAO Schwarz in New York? Probably not if you’re not a habitant from New York or a Barbie collectors. Why do I talk about the shop here?

Well in the last weeks there was an article that the shop should move. The shop belonged for a while to the Toys’r’us company which failed for bankcrupcy in 2017. In 2016 the Threesixty group bought it from TRU. Obviously they have great plans for the oldest toy store of the USA. There are plans to open a shop in the legendary Rockefeller Center in November 2018 and an additional shop in LAGuardia airport.

The shop was known to Barbie collectors for their special FAO Schwarz dolls from the 1990s and 2000s. I have some of them but not all. I really like the creativity from the 1990s. Below you can see some pics.

FAO Schwarz George Washington Barbie 1997

The shop was also known for it’s big piano installed on the floor ( which can be seen in the movie “Big”with Tom Hanks which was filmed in the 5th Avenue Shop in 1988.

Jeweled Splendor Barbie 1994 FAO Schwarz

Jeweled Splemdor Barbie 1994 FAO Schwarz

And here’s the link that showed up last week https://www.wsj.com/articles/fao-schwarz-is-set-to-return-and-it-needs-people-to-dance-on-the-big-piano-1535410371

August 22, 2018August 22, 2018

Warning: You’re losing money by not getting Miss Yanbal from Basa (Peru)

I was recently told that there are several undocumented Barbie dolls produced by under license by Basa in Peru. It made me curious and I was offered to buy one of them. To be honest I never heard of Miss Yanbal before. Maybe her title is similar to Miss Universe. I don’t know exactly.

What I know is that she’s from 1985 and it seems like she originally came in a bathsuit with white and golden lace and a sash that says “Miss Yanbal 1985”.

Interesting to know is that she has no markings her body. There are obviously some Basa Barbie dolls that have no marks. It seems that some have marks and some not. Among the collectors it caused confusion in the past. Some said that without a marking the dolls are clones.

Barbie from Peru — Miss Yanbal Barbie 1985 from Basa, Peru

March 26, 2014September 19, 2017

Sea Lovin Barbie

Today I open my treasure chest again and present you the Sea Lovin Barbie. She’s a Special Edition since she was only available in Europe. I’m not sure whether she was available in Canada or not. Mine is almost complete except the two blue stars on her skirt (as you can see she has two blue stars on her skirt but they are not original). I got her from another collector, we changed the dolls. As you can see she comes with a t-shirt in navy style, a white skirt, duffle back and a pair of white shoes. She looks very similar to the Loving You Barbie.

February 23, 2014October 19, 2023

Palmers Barbie – A Sparkly Glamour in Austrian Lingerie

Palmers, an Austrian lingerie company known for its exclusive lingerie collections, once ventured into the world of Barbie dolls. In the late 1990s, they released a series of Barbie dolls adorned with their luxurious lingerie. Today, we will take a closer look at one particular doll from the year 2000, featuring a stunning silver and sparkly glamour.

Palmers, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, brought their expertise to the world of Barbie dolls. This collaboration resulted in a collection that seamlessly blended the elegance of Palmers lingerie with the timeless charm of Barbie.

The Palmers Barbie doll from 2000 captures the essence of sophistication and glamour. Dressed in a mesmerizing silver lingerie set, this doll exudes an aura of luxury and style. The intricate detailing and shimmering fabrics used in the lingerie create a truly captivating ensemble.

The doll’s lingerie set is exquisitely designed, featuring delicate lace patterns and intricate embellishments. The silver color adds a touch of elegance and highlights the doll’s inherent beauty. The sparkles on the lingerie further enhance the doll’s overall allure, exuding a sense of enchantment and glamour.

The Barbie doll you see here is a testament to the brand’s commitment to providing exclusive and high-quality lingerie. This collaboration between Palmers and Barbie showcases the harmonious blend of fashion and fantasy, creating a unique collector’s item that stands out in the world of dolls.

Not only is this Barbie doll a visual delight, but it also serves as a reminder of the evolution of fashion and the influence lingerie has on women’s confidence and self-expression. Palmers, with its rich heritage and expertise in lingerie, brings a touch of sophistication and elegance to the Barbie world.

Whether you are a collector, a fashion enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of Barbie dolls, the Palmers Barbie from 2000 is a must-have addition to any collection. Its silver and sparkly glamour, combined with the exclusivity of Palmers lingerie, make it a true treasure.

In conclusion, the Palmers Barbie from 2000 is a stunning representation of the collaboration between a renowned Austrian lingerie company and the iconic Barbie brand. Its silver and sparkly glamour encapsulate the essence of Palmers’ exclusive lingerie, making it a timeless collector’s item that celebrates the beauty of fashion and self-expression.

The company still exists today if you want to have a closer look at their collection, https://www.palmers.at/ here you can.