The newest in fashion doll collecting features iconic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi.
Kristi Yamaguchi was the first Asian American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in figure skating. Now, fans of the sport can get a doll designed to commemorate her achievements. The new Barbie Inspiring Women Kristi Yamaguchi Doll from Mattel is available for preorder now.
The new doll is a part of the Barbie Inspiring Women series, and features Yamaguchi in a black figure skating leotard with gold accents, inspired by the costume the skater wore in the 1992 Winter Games in which she won gold. Other accessories include a gold ribbon in her hair, silver earrings, a bouquet, and white skates.
Yamaguchi has continued to inspire young women beyond her performances on the ice. The skater is the author of several best-selling children’s books, including Dream Big, Little Pig! She also established Always Dream, an organization focused on improving children’s literacy with efforts such as increased access to books and encouraging family engagement.
The new Barbie Inspiring Women Kristi Yamaguchi Doll is available for preorder now, retailing for $35, on the Mattel Shop, Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Barbie will also be making a donation of $25,000, split between Always Dream as well as ASPIRE (Asian Sister Participating in Reaching Excellence) in honor of the new doll’s release.
BARBIE INSPIRING WOMEN KRISTI YAMAGUCHI DOLL
This collectible Barbie doll is based on figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi. Wearing the costume from her gold medal performance at the 1992 Winter Games, the doll features a gold ribbon in her hair, silver earrings, a bouquet, and white skates. It's available for preorder now.
