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product_id: 644261690
title: "Barbie Fashionistas Doll #229, Doll with Down Syndrome Wearing Heart-Print Dress, Created in Partnership with The National Down Syndrome Society"
brand: "barbie"
price: "$48.92"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Barbie"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/644261690-barbie-fashionistas-doll-229-doll-with-down-syndrome-wearing-heart
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region: United States of America
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# Inclusive, symbolic heart-print dress Removable pink prescription eyeglasses Full-figured, braided hair with flat feet Barbie Fashionistas Doll #229, Doll with Down Syndrome Wearing Heart-Print Dress, Created in Partnership with The National Down Syndrome Society

**Brand:** barbie
**Price:** $48.92
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Own the moment with Barbie’s bold new face of fashion and inclusion!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Barbie Fashionistas Doll #229, Doll with Down Syndrome Wearing Heart-Print Dress, Created in Partnership with The National Down Syndrome Society by barbie
- **How much does it cost?** $48.92 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/644261690-barbie-fashionistas-doll-229-doll-with-down-syndrome-wearing-heart)

## Best For

- barbie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted barbie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unique Body Design:** Full-figured with flat feet and gorgeous braided hair, this doll breaks traditional Barbie molds for authentic play.
- • **Meaningful Symbolism:** The blue and yellow palette and triple-arrow hearts represent the 21st chromosome, inspiring empowerment and progress.
- • **Authentic Accessories:** Trendy pink prescription eyeglasses reflect real-life traits, adding both charm and representation.
- • **Celebrate Diversity in Style:** Barbie Fashionistas #229 embodies modern inclusivity with a heart-print dress symbolizing Down syndrome awareness.
- • **Endless Storytelling & Empathy:** Perfect for kids 3+, fostering understanding and creativity through diverse role play and fashion exploration.

## Overview

Barbie Fashionistas Doll #229, created in partnership with the National Down Syndrome Society, features a full-figured doll with Down syndrome wearing a symbolic heart-print dress in blue and yellow. Complete with pink prescription eyeglasses and braided hair, this doll promotes diversity, empathy, and inclusive storytelling for kids aged 3 and up.

## Description

Barbie Fashionistas celebrate diversity and offer endless possibilities for storytelling and fashion exploration. With this inclusive range of dolls, kids can see how fun it is to express personality through style! They’re an ideal gift for fashion-loving kids everywhere. Each sold separately, subject to availability. Dolls cannot stand alone. Colors and decorations may vary.

Review: Pretty Doll with Gorgeous Hair: A Barbie Rarity - Absolutely LOVE this Barbie! You do Not need to give this doll exclusively to a Down Syndrome kid; it is for everyone. Beautiful braided hair doll which is hard to find among Barbies which often have choppy haircuts. Removable eye wear and a cute blue dress with symbolic meaning for those with Downs but also cute for anyone not familiar. This doll is a Full-figured Barbie with Flat feet which is important to know when looking for other fashions for this doll to wear. ("Traditional" Barbies have skinny body types and have pointed feet, so there are clothes and shoes that do Not work for the full-figured and/ or flat footed Barbies...and vice versa.) Unfortunately, Mattel does not do a good job of letting you know the body type or foot type which is a major pet-peeve of mine. Below are two of a decent number of outfits that DO work on this doll and others like her. Really pretty doll with gorgeous hair! Did I mention her hair? Seriously worth it. https://www.desertcart.com/dp/B0CNWL92WB?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title https://www.desertcart.com/dp/B0B627Y28B?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1
Review: Good purchase - Bought as an angel tree gift. The recipient loved it.

## Features

- Designed to reflect the world kids see today, this diverse line of Barbie Fashionistas dolls showcases bright and trendy styles that make for endless storytelling possibilities.
- Barbie partnered with the National Down Syndrome Society to design a Barbie doll with Down syndrome that celebrates this community.
- Meaningful symbols are incorporated throughout her outfit, and the blue and yellow color palette represents Down syndrome awareness.
- The three arrows in some of the hearts on the print represent the third 21st chromosome that individuals with Down syndrome have, and they point outwards to represent rising up and moving forward.
- Barbie doll wears pink eyeglasses – super cute and practical, too! Prescription eyeglasses are more common in individuals with Down syndrome than in the general population.
- She has black braided hair and rocks pink shoes -- with such a versatile and trendy look, Barbie doll is ready for any adventure that imaginations dream up!
- Kids 3 years and older can collect other Barbie Fashionistas dolls for even more fun with friends and fashion at playtime (each sold separately, subject to availability).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CPL7VPN4 |
| Additional Features | Down Syndrome |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Animal Theme | Human |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #48,797 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #787 in Dolls |
| Brand Name | Barbie |
| Collection Name | Diverse Representation |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (640) |
| Educational Objective | Fostering empathy and understanding for people with Down syndrome |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00194735248797 |
| Hair Type | Straight |
| Included Components | ​Includes 1 doll wearing dress, shoes and eyeglasses. Doll cannot stand alone. Colors and decorations may vary. |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Dimensions | 1.34 x 2.87 x 11.73 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.87"L x 1.34"W x 11.73"H |
| Item Type Name | Toy |
| Item Weight | 0.38 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1188 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 36 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HYK14 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | Barbie Doll |
| Model Number | HYK14 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Occasion | Role play |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Play Activity Location | Tabletop |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Recommended Uses For Product | role play education |
| Scale | Standard |
| Set Name | Barbie Fashionistas |
| Size | 29.75 cm |
| Style | Modern |
| Sub Brand | Fashionistas |
| Team Name | National Down Syndrome Society |
| Theme | Fantasy |
| Toy Figure Type | Doll |
| UPC | 194735248797 194735265039 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| character | Barbie |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty Doll with Gorgeous Hair: A Barbie Rarity
*by A***I on February 17, 2026*

Absolutely LOVE this Barbie! You do Not need to give this doll exclusively to a Down Syndrome kid; it is for everyone. Beautiful braided hair doll which is hard to find among Barbies which often have choppy haircuts. Removable eye wear and a cute blue dress with symbolic meaning for those with Downs but also cute for anyone not familiar. This doll is a Full-figured Barbie with Flat feet which is important to know when looking for other fashions for this doll to wear. ("Traditional" Barbies have skinny body types and have pointed feet, so there are clothes and shoes that do Not work for the full-figured and/ or flat footed Barbies...and vice versa.) Unfortunately, Mattel does not do a good job of letting you know the body type or foot type which is a major pet-peeve of mine. Below are two of a decent number of outfits that DO work on this doll and others like her. Really pretty doll with gorgeous hair! Did I mention her hair? Seriously worth it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNWL92WB?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B627Y28B?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good purchase
*by A***R on February 26, 2026*

Bought as an angel tree gift. The recipient loved it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A truly nice Barbie doll!
*by T***N on February 10, 2026*

Fine quality! A great way to support children with Down Syndrome!

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*Last updated: 2026-03-21*