Why a Nigerian doll outsold Barbie—and what it teaches us about Indian beauty standards

These dolls, featuring traditional Nigerian attire and authentic hairstyles, challenged the subconscious belief that "white is beautiful" and eventually outsold Barbie in their home country, demonstrating the power of representation.

Why a Nigerian doll outsold Barbie—and what it teaches us about Indian beauty standards
These dolls, featuring traditional Nigerian attire and authentic hairstyles, challenged the subconscious belief that "white is beautiful" and eventually outsold Barbie in their home country, demonstrating the power of representation.