Mattel introduced the Barbie Fashion Model Collection of silkstone dolls in 2000.
The collection was designed for adult collectors and used a dense material marketed as Silkstone, giving the dolls a feel and appearance different from standard vinyl Barbie dolls. Its styling drew heavily on classic mid-century fashion and couture presentation.
The collection is often confused with Barbie’s earlier playline fashions because it used the familiar Barbie name and scale. However, its intended audience, presentation, and collector-oriented construction set it apart.
The line helped establish modern Barbie collecting as a major part of the brand’s fashion history. Many releases emphasized tailored clothing, accessories, gloves, hats, and carefully coordinated ensembles.