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product_id: 644549389
title: "Fashionistas Doll #228, Blind Barbie Doll Wearing Pink Top and Ruffled Skirt with Cane and Sunglasses in Partnership with the American Foundation for the Blind, HRH17"
brand: "barbie"
price: "241 Lei"
currency: RON
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Barbie"
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/644549389-fashionistas-doll-228-blind-barbie-doll-wearing-pink-top-ruffled
store_origin: RO
region: Romania
---

# Trendy pink satin & ruffled skirt Articulated arms with white cane UV-protective aviator sunglasses Fashionistas Doll #228, Blind Barbie Doll Wearing Pink Top and Ruffled Skirt with Cane and Sunglasses in Partnership with the American Foundation for the Blind, HRH17

**Brand:** barbie
**Price:** 241 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦯 Fashion with a purpose — see style through a new lens!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Fashionistas Doll #228, Blind Barbie Doll Wearing Pink Top and Ruffled Skirt with Cane and Sunglasses in Partnership with the American Foundation for the Blind, HRH17 by barbie
- **How much does it cost?** 241 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/644549389-fashionistas-doll-228-blind-barbie-doll-wearing-pink-top-ruffled)

## Best For

- barbie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted barbie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Collect & Connect:** Part of the diverse Barbie Fashionistas line—build your inclusive collection and spark endless storytelling.
- • **Empathy in Action:** Encourages social awareness and empathy development through imaginative play, backed by Cardiff University research.
- • **Every Detail Counts:** From Braille packaging to articulated arms for cane use, thoughtful design celebrates diversity and inclusion.
- • **Inclusive Style Icon:** First-ever blind Barbie doll designed with American Foundation for the Blind partnership, redefining representation in play.
- • **Fashion Meets Function:** High-contrast closures and tactile fabrics make dressing easy and sensory-friendly, blending style with accessibility.

## Overview

The Barbie Fashionistas Doll #228 is a groundbreaking blind doll featuring a pink satin blouse, ruffled skirt, and UV-protective aviator sunglasses. Designed in partnership with the American Foundation for the Blind, it includes tactile, high-contrast closures and an articulated white cane for realistic play. This doll promotes inclusivity, empathy, and diversity, making it a must-have for socially conscious collectors and kids aged 3 and up.

## Description

From the brand Barbie dolls and playsets are designed to encourage imagination, expression and discovery through play and to create lasting memories. Representation and inclusivity are important to us and we create dolls with a wide range of skin tones, body types, hairstyles, varying disabilities, and fashions to reflect the world kids see today. Barbie dolls and playsets are designed to encourage imagination, expression and discovery through play and to create lasting memories. Representation and inclusivity are important to us and we create dolls with a wide range of skin tones, body types, hairstyles, varying disabilities, and fashions to reflect the world kids see today. A NEW STUDY FROM CARDIFF UNIVERSITY* SHOWS THAT DOLL PLAY CAN HELP THE NEXT GENERATION DEVELOP EMPATHY. A neuroscientific study from Cardiff University* shows that doll play can help children to develop empathy & social processing skills. 2022 Mattel. *Study was commissioned by Mattel (2020) A NEW STUDY FROM CARDIFF UNIVERSITY* SHOWS THAT DOLL PLAY CAN HELP THE NEXT GENERATION DEVELOP EMPATHY. A neuroscientific study from Cardiff University* shows that doll play can help children to develop empathy & social processing skills. 2022 Mattel. *Study was commissioned by Mattel (2020) Barbie Visit the store Barbie Visit the store

Review: Pretty doll. Lovely hair - Actually pretty Little doll, well made and lovely hair. Pleasant facial expression.
Review: Good value for money - Bought as a gift for someone for whom it could be a scaled replica. They were pleased. It was good value for money and feedback was it was well made with no issues or problems. Would make a great toy for any fan.

## Features

- Designed to reflect the world kids see today, this diverse line of Barbie Fashionistas dolls showcases bright and trendy styles that make for endless storytelling possibilities.
- Introducing the first ever blind Barbie Fashionistas doll! Barbie partnered with the American Foundation for the Blind to design a doll that accurately portrays someone who is blind or has low vision.
- She wears a satiny pink blouse and sparkly, ruffled skirt made with a fun-to-touch fabric! Strappy lavender heels add an extra note of style savviness to her sweet look.
- The brightly colored, high-contrast closures on the back of her top and on her skirt's elastic waistband make it easier to dress Barbie doll!
- Her silvery aviator sunglasses are not only super cool -- they're practical too! The 'lenses' shield her eyes from UV rays when it's sunny.
- Barbie uses her white cane as she explores the city. It's an important complement to her day-to-night outfit, which is perfect for a fun-filled weekend with friends!
- From articulated arms that make using the cane a breeze, to packaging that features the word 'Barbie' in Braille, this Blind Fashionistas doll is lovingly designed in every way.
- Kids 3 years old and up can collect other Barbie Fashionistas dolls for even more fun with friends and fashion at playtime (each sold separately, subject to availability).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CMGM6HR4 |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,179 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 54 in Dolls |
| Colour | Hrh17 | Barbie Fashionista Doll - Purple Ruffle Skirt |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (7,680) |
| Date First Available | 23 July 2024 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Disability Awareness and Acceptance |
| Item model number | HRH17 |
| Language | Multilingual |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 36 months - 18 years |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Number of Game Players | 1pc |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.4 x 7.3 x 29.8 cm; 174.18 g |
| Radio Control Suitability | Imaginative play and storytelling for children aged 3 and up |
| Release date | 9 Aug. 2024 |
| Scale | standard |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty doll. Lovely hair
*by J***I on 19 January 2026*

Actually pretty Little doll, well made and lovely hair. Pleasant facial expression.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value for money
*by D***R on 17 January 2026*

Bought as a gift for someone for whom it could be a scaled replica. They were pleased. It was good value for money and feedback was it was well made with no issues or problems. Would make a great toy for any fan.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value
*by M***P on 2 December 2025*

Gorgeous doll, bought to make an angel for the Christmas tree but honestly I would have been overjoyed to receive this as a little girl. Beautiful accessories with it.

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*Store origin: RO*
*Last updated: 2026-03-12*