FRANKSTON, Australia — You might have noticed something strange about newer Barbie dolls compared to the ones from decades ago – many no longer stand permanently on tiptoes. This subtle change tells a ...

She’s keeping fashion on its toes by keeping fashionistas off their tiptoes. In Barbie’s world, real-life glamor girls on-the-go are kicking high heels to the curb, and stepping out in much cozier ...

In the 2023 “Barbie” movie, Margot Robbie’s character recoils in horror when her perfectly arched feet touch the ground. “Flat feet!” she gasps, as if she’s been cursed. It was a punchline. But for a ...

Researchers in Australia found that the doll’s feet have, over time, gone from arched to flat — a shift that correlates with each Barbie’s designated career or hobby. By Alisha Haridasani Gupta ...

In recent years, Barbie dolls have become more likely to have flat feet, new research finds. Cylie Williams under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 In the 2023 movie Barbie, the title character, played by Margot Robbie ...

From breaking news to special features, we're on it! Join the NonStop Local Chord group and always be in the know. FRIDAY, May 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Barbie’s arched feet became something of a ...