Where to Find Vintage Barbie Doll Clothes

Sherry Wight
Doll collecting is a serious hobby for some, and Barbie enthusiasts want to know: Where can we find vintage Barbie doll clothes that are stylish, genuine and in good shape? Check out any of the following retailers; they're likely to have something that you - are your Barbies - will love.

Deni's Vintage Barbie Site
The commerce side of Deni's Vintage Barbie site offers an array of vintage Barbie doll clothes that cover a twenty year span - 1959 to 1981, in addition to more recently produced offerings. The site features a clearly defined merchandise grading scale with classifications ranging from Mint down to Good, which helps to ensure that you get exactly what you think you're paying for. In addition, purchase procedures are clearly stated to avoid confusion or miscommunication. A huge inventory page lists nearly 150 vintage Barbie fashions for sale, from #819 It's Cold Outside to #7882, a rare exclusive piece from Sears. There is a lot of information presented so be sure that you have a lot of time before you start looking. The vintage Barbie doll clothes are categorized according to the year produced, and each item has its own individual listing which gives the official name of the item, a merchandise grading unique to that specific piece, a description of the item, the price, and a link to a photo of the actual item. The site offers both used and mint-in-box vintage Barbie doll clothes, and there are even multiples of some designs available. Payment can be made via Paypal, money order or personal check, and all purchases are shipped with insurance. Prices vary widely from item to item, but the majority range in cost from $5 to $25.

Nancy's Dream House
Nancy's Dream House offers a substantial inventory of vintage Barbie doll clothes for sale, divided into easy-to-search categories based on the era of the clothing: PAK (1960-64), Classic (1959-64), Glamour (1965-67), Mod (1968-72) and Late Mod (1973-95). Each item is labeled with its inventory number and name. There are pictures for some of the items available as well. The available stock is frequently updated, so it's wise to check back often if you're looking for a specific vintage Barbie outfit. Prices range widely depending upon which item piques your interest. The ordering policies are clearly stated on the page of the same name, so be sure to check them out. Orders are placed via email.

Dollhotline.com
Lynn Hautala's Dollhotline.com offers well over vintage Barbie doll clothes items. The item number and name of each item is given, along with a brief description of its condition. In addition, they are conveniently arranged by Barbie clothing era. Some of the items feature photos of the actual fashions. Prices vary, but generally range from $15 to $75. The order form is well-organized and easy to read. Payment options are very flexible; they accept Visa, Mastercard, Paypal, money order, cashier's check, or personal check.

DollHabit.com
Doll Habit offers a small selection of vintage Barbie fashions that range in price from $15 to $175. The great majority of the offerings are in good but used condition, so they're perfect for collectors who enjoy dressing their dolls.

Now that you know where to look, start shopping for those vintage Barbie doll clothes!

Published by Sherry Wight - Featured Contributor in Arts & Entertainment

Sherry is a happily married stay-at-home mom to a book-loving second grader, a cancer-fighting superhero preschooler, an energetic three-year old and an early-walking baby boy. When she's not vacuuming, kis...   View profile

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  • Bandit 4/7/2008

    I love Barbie Dolls. I have several of my own.

  • RoseHill 4/3/2008

    Great info for someone looking for a gift for a barbie collector. Thanks for the research!

  • Waldorf PC 3/25/2008

    Great info! This is totally a job well done!

  • Vicki 3/19/2008

    Great information for the collectors!

  • Marie Lowe 3/17/2008

    One of the few things I do not collect

  • Lets 3/17/2008

    Good!!! thanks for the info..

  • Lauren Romano 3/16/2008

    Great info. The vintage clothes are so much nicer then the ones that they make now. They have more character to them.

  • Layla Lair 3/13/2008

    Great info for the collector :-)

  • Sherrie H. 3/12/2008

    I love Vintage Barbies. Thanks for the tips!

  • Mary Moss 3/12/2008

    This will be helpful for Barbie collectors. Nice job.

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