'Tis the season to shine in a shimmering pale pink and golden lame gown with an artfully wrapped bodice and sparkling tulle. Magnificent chandelier earrings complete the look.

The 2009 Holiday Barbie is the ideal collector's item for the Barbie lover in your home. And this year, Barbie is not only celebrating the holidays, she is also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Barbie doll -- making her a particularly special collectible. Designed for ages six and up, the 2009 Holiday Barbie is wearing a gorgeous bejeweled, multilayered pink gown. Your child will love showing her off to friends, or propping her up on her doll stand for everyone to admire.

2009 Holiday Barbie Ages: 6+

What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: The 2009 Holiday Barbie is celebrating Barbie's 50th anniversary. The Challenging: Serious collectors should keep the box unopened. In a Nutshell: The 2009 Holiday Barbie is a collectible for every Barbie lover.

Celebrate Barbie's 50th anniversary with this particularly special collectible. View larger.

The stand allows her to stand up alone on a table -- or shelf -- in between uses or for decoration. The delicate textures and dazzling materials of her gown make it hard not to want to touch or play with Holiday Barbie.

Perfect Gift for Barbie Lovers and Collectors
The Holiday Barbie has always been a collector's item. But the 2009 Holiday Barbie is truly special since she's also a 50th anniversary Barbie and part of the Special Occasion Collection. Barbie's beautiful gown and stunning jewels make her an unforgettable and wonderful vision for the holidays. She will be one of the prettiest dolls in your child's collection.

What's in the Box
Barbie doll, gown, earrings, shoes, and doll stand.

2009 Holiday Barbie is wearing an elegant, shimmering gown with bejeweled tulle. This anniversary doll comes with her own stand that can be easily hidden beneath her flowing dress.