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 a “C” monogram 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. 🥰

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