Francie is referred to as ... utterly in line with any coquette-inspired outfit (and we can’t get enough of her cartoonish pet dog). This 2007 doll combines two of fashion’s greatest inspirations.

Before then, several Black American dolls were added to the Barbie franchise, like 'colored Francie' and Christie. There have been many notable Black Barbie dolls throughout Mattel's history as it ...