Fashion-forward families will soon have a special Ken doll to add to the lineup. Mattel is teaming up with iconic Brooklyn-based artist and designer Colm Dillane, also known as KidSuper, for a trendy new doll.
KidSuper is best known for being a leader in streetwear fashion. He recently designed the first Ken doll in Barbie’s Styled By series for kids and collectors alike. The designer is appreciated in the fashion scene for his hand-drawn artistry, unique experimentation, and powerful collaborations with fashion powerhouses.
KidSuper is the latest Ken doll, and he is ready to walk the runway to your toy box. | Source: Mattel
Barbie's Styled By collection has added KidSuper as its first Ken, and he comes with a fashionable fit. | Source: Mattel
KidSuper and Barbie have come together to create an iconic Ken doll, and fashion loving kids will want to twin with it. | Source: Mattel
The doll represents Dillane’s SS21 collection, wearing an outfit based on his Everything’s Fake Until it’s Real claymation show, the designer’s masterpiece that debuted at Paris Fashion Week. The doll is wearing an army jacket with vintage Barbie and Ken illustrations on the sides and striped pants with black birds soaring up the legs. It also sports a “KS” ball cap over his long, blonde curls. This new Ken doll will add a whole new wave of style to playtime!
The Barbie Styled by KidSuper Ken Doll will be available to Barbie Club 59 members starting today at creations.mattel.com before launching worldwide on May 10. Whether your family loves fashion or is searching for a new Ken doll to add to the collection, you will not want to miss this stylish release.
STYLED BY KIDSUPER KEN DOLL
The first Ken Doll in Barbie's Styled By collection is influenced by KidSuper. With an outfit inspired by the designer's SS21 line, the doll wears an army jacket, striped pants, and a hat with his initials.
