The Cindy doll appeared in the UK as early as1960s. Her distinctive features were short blond hair, plump cheeks and large blue eyes. She was called "a pretty little girl next door". Over time, her face changed toward a fatal fashionista and beauty, which was very similar to her main rival - the American Barbie. The Cindy doll was once incredibly popular, and over 150 million copies were sold for the entire time of the brand's existence. We can say that this toy was a real bestseller both in Great Britain and abroad.
The Cindy doll (and Barbie) are very attractive and,most importantly, are oriented to different age groups. Cindy is directed mainly at girls of preschool age, and Barbie, as a rule, is popular among older children. But in general, answering the question about what kind of toy for girls all over the world remains so far the most recognizable, we can say with confidence that this is, of course, a doll. Barbie, Cindy (photo # 1) and their friends for many years become favorite toys. Original copies turned into collectibles, and some of them reach a value of £ 1500. The trademark "Cindy" is officially registered and is under protection in 56 countries of the world.
Released in September 1963, the Cindy doll wasAn excellent model for demonstrating teenage fashion. For her, a wide range of quality clothes and accessories was created by the best British designers. The manufacture of toys for girls at different times involved five companies, and each of them brought the appearance of the dolls something of their own.
Cindy's outfits were diverse in terms of fabrics andexecuted in a variety of styles. There were mini and maxi, stockings and pantyhose, dresses, trousers and even a whole series of clothes designed by David and Elizabeth Emmanuel. Hairpins, rims allowed you to change your hair style depending on your mood. There were dolls with different hair colors: a Cindy-brunette doll, a blonde and a redhead.
Shoes also changed over time.They were different sandals, shoes, sneakers, sneakers, slippers, pumps and sandals, of different shapes and colors. You could even buy furniture for the doll. Every year its range became wider and more diverse. The Cindy doll (photo in the article below) had beds, cupboards, horses, beauty salons, a country green house and even her own television studio.
The Cindy doll was released by an English companyPedigree Dolls & Toys, and largely due to its rivalry with the American Barbie doll, became the most popular toy for girls in England in the late 1960s. Within three years from the date of creation, the puppet's appearance remained unchanged, during the next 10 years the appearance of the analog pupa changed, eyelashes appeared, it grew older, then, on the contrary, it grew younger. The production of the toy was done by the companies Louis Marx Toys (1978-1981), Wesco (1981), Hasbro (late 80's - late 90's), Vivid Imaginations, New Moons (2003), Tonner Doll (2012).
From 1965 to 1968, another popular toy wasPaul, whose production was restored only in 1987 by Hasbro. Besides Paul, there were boys with the names Robbie, Imani, Black's black friend Mel. In 1971, new friends were added - June and dark-skinned Gail, who never got to the English market. In 1986, when Hasbro received a license to make Cindy dolls and a number of other popular dolls in Europe, Peter and Tanya dolls, as well as inseparable friends Mark and Marie, entered the production line.
Each new appearance was adopted in different ways.For some fans, the external resemblance to Barbie was a real disappointment, others this change was accepted with open arms. In 1993, Cindy celebrated her 30th birthday, in connection with this, a limited edition of 10,000 dolls was created for collectors. The diamond princess was the most expensive Cindy doll ever created.
In 2013, the brand "Cindy" celebrated its 50th anniversary.This is one of the most successful role models, the best friend and style icon for millions of girls around the world. The very first dolls had a full wardrobe of clothes and accessories reflecting the latest fashion trends of their time. The design of the outfits was especially important, and every detail was of particular importance.
