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So, uh, how are they going to make a Computer Engineer Barbie? I mean, seriously, it's going to be Barbie in... some slacks and a golf shirt, at best. Maybe s

• ejames 17y ago
  I suspect she'll have a Batman-style utility belt of mobile devices. Really, though, that's just as true for the other options. What does an Environmentalist Barbie look like? Does she come with a Prius covered in political bumper stickers? etc. I'm pretty sure that Barbie has gone through all the occupations that have easily-recognized uniforms and/or props, like a white coat and stethoscope for Doctor Barbie. Indeed, the fact that Computer Engineer is a choice even though it isn't a natural fit for creating a doll with colorful uniform and/or props is probably the most interesting part of the contest. What kind of Barbie children will and/or should have to play with is probably the more important half of this equation, but I also think it's anthropologically interesting that a company is trying to make toys that earn more cultural respect from critics of the company's previous work.
• asnyder 17y ago
  They may adhere to the stereotypical image of unkempt hair, bad posture, slightly overweight, glasses and laptop.
  • cmelbye 17y ago
    It's Barbie we're talking about, though. The sun will die before they make a fat Barbie.
• wisty 17y ago
  Pink-tinted glasses, stolen-from-her-boyfriend white sleeved shirt, no tie, black slacks, wifi headset (with fluffy pink trim), a multimeter on her belt, and a netbook. Or perhaps she could go techno-goth or cyber-punk?