Anita Dongre unveils stylish Diwali-inspired Barbie

One of India's leading designers, Anita Dongre and Barbie have unveiled their first Diwali doll with an Instagram post. Dressed in a traditional Rajasthan-inspired koti vest, Barbie got lots of love from netizens.
Diwali-inspired Barbie designed around the Festival of Lights. The Barbie can be seen dressed in a nature-inspired lehenga set. The set features a crop top choli; fitted with vest and a A-line skirt.According to Anita Dongre, the ensemble brings together the modern Indian woman with fashion because each outing is charged with contemporary style. Moreover, it pays homage to Anita's heritage and the time-honoured craftsmanship of the rural women artisans who sustain its traditions.

Aside from the navy blue printed lehenga, Barbie flaunts a middle part with her hair tied in a ponytail. Meanwhile, jhumkis, bangles, bindi, smudged kohl-liner eyes, stilettos, and pink lips complete the styling. The India-inspired Barbie launch made desi netizens go gaga over it. A user believed that the Barbie looks like Priyanka Chopra. The Instagram page Diet Paratha wrote, "Not Barbie dressing better than Rihanna in Gujarat AND the diaspora for festive szn."
One wrote, "I wish she existed when I was growing up. Can't wait to buy her for my daughter." The other commented, "Younger me would be crying happy tears at this." A fan wrote, "I need this. NOW!" Another wrote, "Can't wait to celebrate Diwali with her."

In an interview with Vogue, when asked if Barbie is a Gen Z or a millennial, Anita said, "That's a tough one. I think she carries the modern sensibilities of Gen Z with individuality. But she also has the grace and elegance that all generations appreciate. She is a timeless beauty that transcends age.".

She is a source of empowerment for young girls, reminding them that they can be both. You see the amount of change happening in our country-she represents the India of today. I wanted every South Asian child to be able to look at this Indian Barbie and feel proud-that was very important to me, the designer added.