Barbie Loves Pop Culture: James Bond 007 Ken and Barbie Gift Set

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Product Features

• Barbie

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.1 x 11.8 x 13.6 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B00006LU8M
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: B0150
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #174,643 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Editorial Review

From the briefcase containing Bond’s secret documents, to the cell phone racily strapped to Barbie’s thigh, this pair fairly radiates style and glamour. The Bond figure is modeled on the Pierce Brosnan Bond, and is admirably detailed, including his patented arched eyebrows expressing mock surprise. Both are dressed to the nines and look ready to hit the casinos in Monte Carlo; he in a tuxedo and she in a stunning gold gown. There are stands for both figures so you can pose them as you wish, and a certificate of authenticity. Since this set would have probably sold well even without its high quality, it’s nice to know that Mattel had enough regard for the Bond name to do it right.--David Stoesz

Product Description

Off on another electrifying adventure, Ken steps smoothly into the role of James Bond. His midnight blue suit is an authentic recreation of the classic tuxedo worn by Bond and designed by the renowned clothier Brioni. Ken carries a sleek briefcase, packed with top secret papers for his latest MI6 assignment. (Ken doll cannot hold briefcase as shown).

Barbie is the perfect "Bond girl" in a fabulous ensemble created by Lindy Hemming, the Academy Award-winning designer enlisted for the 20th Bond film. A fabulous golden lace gown and striking red shawl lend cosmopolitan glamour. Her indispensable cell phone is strapped discreetly to her thigh, as she awaits the "call" for action. Ken measures approximately 12" tall. Barbie measures approximately 11.5" tall.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Man With The Golden Girl, March 20, 2004

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J. H. Minde "Everything I need is right here" (Boca Raton, Florida and Brooklyn, New York) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:2.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Barbie Loves Pop Culture: James Bond 007 Ken and Barbie Gift Set (Toy)

This is one of the finest Barbie gift sets I've ever seen, particularly for the sheer verve of having Ken play a Brioni-suited Pierce Brosnan as James Bond. Being a man who is a Bondiana collector and a purchaser of Barbies for female collectors, this pair really caught my eye. It's the first Barbie collectible I ever purchased for myself.

The details of this set are impressive. Bond is armed with his obligatory briefcase and Barbie is wearing a cell phone in a garter around her thigh. Her long dress, designed by Eon's costumer Lindy Hemming, is sheer style in gold and brocade, slit to the hip. This couple is sophisticated, svelte, sexy and deadly. They are stepping out for the evening to face excitement and danger at the Baccarat table.

Ken's Bond and Barbie's Bond Girl are overflowing with adult ambience. This is very definitely an adult collector's set. I can't imagine that this set would be much fun for the typical "Barbie-aged" little girl, unless she is very mature and is familiar with the Bond films, an unlikely scenario. And unless the little girl in question is a casino owner's daughter, I can't find much "educational" value here. This Ken and Barbie set is not truly age-appropriate for a young child, and the accessories could very easily be damaged by routine play. Keep them in the box and look at them.

My one minor objection to this set is that although Barbie's character is extremely sensual and attractive, she doesn't represent any one particular Bond Girl. Given the care that Mattel lavished on this set, its a shame they didn't create a scene (or a set of scenes) from any of the Bond films. Somebody isn't thinking. That would be a classic movie tie-in.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, March 18, 2003

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Sierra "at2468" (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Barbie Loves Pop Culture: James Bond 007 Ken and Barbie Gift Set (Toy)

I bought this giftset mainly for the Barbie doll, but the Ken doll looks great as well! His tuxedo is extremely well-made and I love how he has rooted hair instead of painted-on hair. He definitely has the James Bond look. As for Barbie, she's beautiful as always! I love the outer golden layer of the dress, it truly sparkles. The deep burgundy in her dress and wrap add to the elegance. Her necklace and earrings perfectly complement her ensemble. I could imagine her as a seductive Bond girl in any of the Bond movies. The cell phone strapped to her thigh is a cute detail. I also love how Ken's briefcase has real "secret" papers inside of it. Another thumbs-up to Mattel!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 007 is back with love, October 9, 2003

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robert j sullivan - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Barbie Loves Pop Culture: James Bond 007 Ken and Barbie Gift Set (Toy)

im a big bond collector i have many bond items but i love the barbie and bond together, im always looking for something new and this is really cool. ... 007 is something i really love i have all the james bond 007 toy cars and love them all.all i can say is if you love bond this is a must it looks so cool in my room thanks to everybody who dident forget 007. ... bobby lee 007.