55th Anniversary Christie Found at Ross

Two Barbie Basics 08, are as seen on a disorganized shelf at a Ross Dress for Less Store.

July and August have been busy doll-buying months for me, but that's the natural rhythm of collecting—buying lulls are alternated with frenzied buying.  

In July, doll collectors began spotting discounted Barbie Signature dolls at Ross Dress for Less for $14.99. I was particularly interested in getting a duplicate Barbie You Create Barbie Basics Neutral Kit 002 for the extra body. I also wanted a duplicate 55th Anniversary Christie for the clothes to redress another doll. I received my first 55th Anniversary Christie as a birthday gift in 2023, which remains NRFB.

I waited over a week before I checked two stores in my area. The toy section was a shambles at the first store, which did not have the sought-after dolls. In the equally disorganized toy section of the second store, I found two Barbie Basics 08 (seen in the 1st picture), but I was not interested in purchasing them. 

A 55th Anniversary Christie is seen in a photo taken by my brother at a Ross Store in his area.

I asked one of my brothers to check a store in his city. He went to three different Ross stores and found my duplicate 55th Anniversary Christie at the second store.  Christie was the only Black Barbie Signature doll available at the three stores he visited. After he sent a text with Christie's picture attached, I immediately wrote back, "I want it!"

My duplicate 55th Anniversary Christie stuns in a bright orange dress paired with a swirling, mod-print sheer overlay, strappy knee-high orange boots, golden hoops, and an initial “C” necklace.  

I will debox her soon.

I haven't decided which doll to redress in Christie's fashion, but having it available when the right doll is chosen is what's important. I am so grateful for a brother willing to look for dolls in his area when I cannot find them in mine. 🥰 (He only lives 30 minutes away from me. I told him not to make a special trip to bring the doll. He replied, "I won't," and he didn't. He brought her to me a week later.)

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Whitney Houston Barbie Arrived

Box contents: My Whitney Houston Barbie doll order!

Ordered on Saturday, August 8, 2026, my Whitney Houston Barbie package arrived on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The box sat near the front door until Thursday, when I moved it in front of the doll room door to open it later, since I was busy with other things. I finally opened the shipping box on Saturday, August 15, 2026. 

First Photos

I was happy to see that Amazon shipped the doll in the Mattel shipper, which added extra protection during shipping.

Whitney Houston Barbie captures Whitney's look from the 1987 music video, "I Wanna Dance With Somebody." 

When I look at the doll, I see Whitney, and I have no complaints.

In this side-panel box view, Whitney sees her reflection, and she too likes what she sees!

Whitney is beautifully illustrated on the back of the box above her bio and the description of the doll.

Back-of-the-Box Text

Known as "The Voice" for her powerful vocal range. Whitney Houston was born into a family with a rich musical heritage. Whitney's early years were spent growing up in gospel music, where she learned from her mother, Cissy Houston, a legendary gospel singer.

With the release of her record-breaking debut album, Whitney ignited a career destined to achieve superstardom. Her journey was filled with chart-topping hits, countless awards, and history-making achievements, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She sold over 200 million albums, singles, and videos worldwide, and remains the only artist to achieve seven consecutive U.S. number-one singles. 

To celebrate the anniversary of the single hailed as one of the greatest pop songs of all time, the Whitney Houston Barbie doll captures her unforgettable look from the "I wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)" video. Styled in a replica of the body-hugging tank dress, with colorful drop earrings and her vibrant eye makeup, she is performance-ready with her microphone stand.

The doll embodies the energy, joy, and brilliance of Whitney Houston's timeless music. Her voice inspired a generation of artists, and her songs became the soundtrack of millions of lives. Don't you wanna dance?

Details:

• Whitney Houston Barbie® Doll  ©2026
• Doll Designer: Carlyle Nuera
• Packaging Designer: Priscila Bara
• Label: Black
• Face Sculpt: Likeness of Whitney Houston
• Body Type: Articulated Original
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity
• Released on 08/09/2026 (Whitney was born on 08/09/1963).
• SKU#: JJY07

 The Whitney Houston Barbie has my thumbs-up approval:

"I Wanna Dance With Somebody" Video

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2026 Detroit Doll Show

Save the date for the 2026 Detroit Doll Show. 

When: November 21, 2026 

Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST

Where: Ford Wellness Center (Samaritan Center Campus) 

              5555 Conner

              Detroit, MI 48213 

Admission: $7 for adults (free for children 2 and under)

Read the flyers and visit: 

Website: https://sandyslandllc.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DetroitDollShow 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detroitdollshow/

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