One of the most prized collections I have is my vintage Skipper outfits. I've been hoarding collecting them for a couple of years now and even though it's not something I touch daily I still get all happy just knowing that some of the greatest doll dresses ever made live inside of a drawer somewhere in the craft room. The outfits date from 1964 to 1976, and it is still baffles me how these pieces look so intact 40+ years later. None of my childhood Barbie outfits survived the passing of time. Thank you all careful little ladies out there!
As most of you know, Skipper is Barbie's little sister. She was created in 1964 apparently to calm down criticism against Barbie's voluptuous figure. Skipper is pre-teen, a smaller and more innocent version of the bombshell doll. But what makes Skipper so much cooler is certainly her wardrobe: she had been given an enourmous amount of outfits, ranging from the sweet-looking girly dress to the totally mod, vibrant color coat. I can easily picture Twiggy wearing Skipper clothes. Hell, I would want to wear Skipper clothes!
The best resource for vintage Skipper outfits is this website. It gives you all the sets, which pieces each one comes with, the name, the id number and the year. I pretty much created a list with the ones I wanted and started stalking eBay for listings. Unfortunately eBay is still the best source for vintage Skipper, as they don't come often on thrift stores or flea markets. At least I have never seen a good Skipper dress during my thrift adventures, but maybe it's because I'm not a very successul or patient thrifter. The convenience of getting stuff online comes with a high price tag though, as these little beauties are highly collectible and last-minute bidding wars are common.
For more vintage Skipper drooling action, I suggest the following Flickr groups:
* Barbie: Vintage and mod
* Barbie's Skipper: Vintage & mod '64-'76
* Blythe in Skipper Fashion
OMG i totally forgot about skipper! she had the flat feet! a rush of memories just came back :)
Posted by: alycia | February 17, 2011 at 10:00 PM
Hey Alycia! Yep, she had flat feet! No high heels for Skipper. I think she's super adorable. Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by: Viviana | February 18, 2011 at 02:07 PM
Those look quite adorable. These may look good matched with modern bottoms, but that's just what I think. By itself, it certainly look exquisite.
Posted by: Emery Sprau | April 10, 2011 at 11:40 PM
I agree with the previous comment that these looks adorable. I want to made my own for my little girl.
Cheska
Posted by: wholesale clothing | May 10, 2011 at 11:02 PM
I have recently purchased a Scooter ant a flea market and I am hooed... she cam with 3 outfits and I am looking for more....I love your collection!!!
Posted by: Georgia | July 16, 2011 at 07:27 AM