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Fashion Party Teen Skipper
Explore Fashion Party Teen Skipper’s aqua dress, purple trousers and swirl-patterned pieces, then make outfit cards for an imagined party.

The play at a glance
Aqua, purple and swirls for a small fashion party
Teen Skipper wears a shiny pale aqua dress with matching platform shoes and carries a large shoulder bag patterned with colorful swirls. Little purple grooming pieces sit beside her in the original photograph. Fashion Party turns this dressed-up arrival into a mix-and-match scene, with coordinated clothing ready for the next look.
Choose the pieces for the occasion
The original description gives Skipper purple satin trousers, a strapless swirl-front top and a royal-blue stole that can also be worn as a cropped top. The photographed package displays these pieces together, with the aqua dress folded beside the doll. Blue, purple and aqua connect the different looks, while the swirl print adds a recurring detail.
A player might begin with Skipper arriving in the aqua dress, then arrange a small dressing area for trying another combination. Give each outfit a purpose in the story: greeting friends, introducing a performance or posing for a pretend party photograph. The same doll can move through all three scenes.
Let the bag carry part of the story
The oversized shoulder bag is a strong visual detail: a purple strap, a patterned body and a round purple accessory on the side. In an imagined party, it could carry a tiny paper invitation or a drawing of the next outfit. Lay the clothing beside the doll so each piece is easy to choose.
The original account and packaging also describe a lip-gloss accessory. For a paper styling activity, a drawn compact or a folded invitation makes an easy prop. The focus can stay on combining colors, choosing a scene and letting each guest introduce their own look.
Make three outfit cards
- Draw three simple doll outlines on separate cards.
- Choose a small palette, such as aqua, purple and blue.
- Design a different outfit for each card, repeating one favorite shape or pattern.
- Name an occasion for each look and write a one-sentence invitation.
- Arrange the cards as a tiny display and let each designer introduce a favorite detail.
This original Toysit activity works with drawings or clothing already in a doll collection. A guest can bring a new color and help invent the next party.
The historical record
Original Toysit coverage
The original toy description and broader play discussion are preserved below as historical coverage.
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Barbie's younger sister, Skipper, is headed to a fashion party, where she and her friends will create stylish outfits from just a few pieces. Skipper arrives at the party in a short, pale aqua dress made of stiff, shiny fabric, with matching plastic aqua platform shoes. Her coordinating clothing items are purple satin pants, a strapless satin top with a large swirl design on the front, and a royal blue stole that can double as a long-sleeved, cropped top. Two additional items made from sparkly fabric with a multicolored swirl design include a sleeveless top and a large shoulder-strap purse with a removable container of lip-gloss. A set of miniature, plastic pretend makeup and grooming items in bright purple are also enclosed.
A fashion party is a themed event or gathering where participants come together to celebrate their love for fashion, style, and creativity. These parties typically revolve around various fashion-related activities, games, and experiences that allow attendees to showcase their individuality, experiment with different looks, and have a great time. Fashion parties can take on different formats and cater to various age groups, interests, and occasions. Here are some key elements that often characterize a fashion party:
- Attire: Participants are encouraged to dress up in stylish or themed outfits that reflect their personal fashion preferences. Depending on the theme of the party, guests might choose to wear glamorous attire, costumes, or even DIY creations.
- Makeovers: A popular feature of fashion parties is the opportunity for attendees to receive makeovers. Makeup artists and hairstylists may be present to provide mini makeovers, hair styling, and beauty tips, allowing guests to feel pampered and glamorously transformed.
- Runway Show: Many fashion parties include a runway show where participants can strut their stuff and showcase their outfits in front of an audience. This activity encourages confidence, self-expression, and creativity.
- DIY Workshops: Craft stations and DIY workshops can be set up to teach attendees how to create their accessories, jewelry, or fashion pieces. These activities offer a hands-on experience and allow guests to take home their personalized creations.
- Photo Booths: Photo booths with fashion-themed props and backdrops provide guests with the opportunity to capture stylish and memorable moments from the event. These photos can serve as keepsakes and mementos of the fun they had.
- Fashion Challenges: Fashion-related challenges and games can be incorporated into the party to engage participants. Activities like styling competitions, fashion trivia, and design challenges encourage friendly competition and creativity.
- Goodie Bags: As a gesture of appreciation, hosts may provide guests with goodie bags containing fashion-related items, beauty products, or DIY supplies. These bags add an extra element of excitement and gratitude to the event.
- Themed Decor: Decorations play a significant role in setting the tone for a fashion party. From runway-inspired decor to color-coordinated elements, the theme of the party is reflected in the ambiance and design of the venue.
- Music and Entertainment: Music playlists with upbeat and fashionable tracks contribute to the energetic atmosphere of the party. Depending on the event, live entertainment such as dance performances or fashion showcases might also be included.
Fashion parties provide a platform for individuals to celebrate their love for style, express themselves creatively, and connect with others who share similar interests. Whether it's a birthday celebration, a girls' night out, or a special event, a fashion party offers an opportunity to have fun, embrace individuality, and appreciate the artistry of fashion and self-expression.
Sources and editorial notes
Mattel’s Barbie Friends catalog page 5 lists Fashion Party Teen Skipper as 29938. A photograph of the original Mattel package, hosted by Barbie List Holland, was visually reviewed; it shows the purple trousers, swirl top, blue layer, aqua dress and bag described in Toysit’s original account. The package presents several outfits using the same pieces. The paper activity is original, and no physical testing was performed.
- Mattel Barbie Friends catalog (PDF) — Page 5 reviewed; Fashion Party Teen Skipper appears as 29938 under 2001.
- Original Fashion Party package photograph — Mattel packaging photographed on a collector site; clothing and printed outfit examples visually reviewed.
- Original Toysit coverage — Original image, detailed clothing description and fashion-party essay preserved.
Images and descriptions are retained as historical material. How Toysit covers toys.
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