Barbie Silkstone Grace Kelly -The Romance outfitted in Dusk till Dawn Suite.

Description: I. History: a. Grace Kelly: Grace Kelly was born on November 12, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to an affluent and influential family. Her father, Irish-American John B. Kelly Sr., had won three Olympic gold medals for sculling, and owned a successful brickwork contracting company that was well known on the East Coast. As Democratic nominee in the 1935 election for Mayor of Philadelphia, he lost by the closest margin in the city's history. Her mother taught physical education at the University of Pennsylvania and had been the first woman to coach women's athletics at Penn. Grace Kelly grew up in a small, close-knit Catholic community. She was baptized and received her elementary education in the parish of Saint Bridget's in East Falls. She attended Ravenhill Academy, a reputable Catholic girls' school, she modeled fashions at local charity events with her mother and sisters. In 1942, at the age of 12, she played the lead in Don't Feed the Animals. In May 1947, she graduated from Stevens School, a socially prominent private institution in Chestnut Hill, where she participated in drama and dance programs. Despite her parents' initial disapproval, Kelly decided to pursue her dreams of becoming an actress. Her father was particularly displeased with her decision, as he viewed acting as "a slim cut above streetwalker" at the time. In 1951, she appeared in her first film entitled Fourteen Hours (1951) when she was 22. The following year she landed the role of Amy Kane in High Noon (1952), starring Gary Cooper and Lloyd Bridges which turned out to be very popular. In 1953, Grace appeared in only one film Mogambo (1953) where Grace played Linda Nordley. Although she got noticed with High Noon, her work with director Alfred Hitchcock, which began with Dial M for Murder (1954) made her a star. Her standout performance in Rear Window (1954) brought her to prominence. As Lisa Fremont, she was cast opposite James Stewart. Grace stayed busy in 1954 appearing in five films. Grace would forever be immortalized by winning the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Georgie Elgin opposite Bing Crosby in The Country Girl (1954). In 1955, Grace once again teamed with Hitchcock in To Catch a Thief (1955) co-starring Cary Grant. In 1956, she played Tracy Lord in the musical comedy High Society (1956) which also starred Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby. It also turned out to be her final acting performance. Grace married Prince Rainier of Monaco. By becoming a princess, she gave up her career. For the rest of her life she was to remain in the news with her marriage and her three children. Sadly on September 14, 1982, Grace was killed in an automobile accident in Monaco. She was just 52 years old. b. Fashion icon: In 1954, Grace Kelly wore a black and white dress to Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window premiere. The gown had a tulip skirt and shawl-like sailor collar. Her dress was designed by her escort that evening, Oleg Cassini. Cassini is most famous for dressing First Lady Jackie Kennedy and for creating "The Jackie Look." After marrying Prince Rainier III of Monaco Grace was universally recognized as classic, timeless, and poised woman. Her Style became known as "the Grace Kelly look". she manages to make a casual summer outfit just as stunning as an evening gown. She perfected the simple (inexpensive) chic look of a white button-down paired with gold accessories and a red lipstick this simple look has never gone out of style. c. Silkstone® (PBT): Mattes more expensive, collector’s edition Barbie's uses the more expensive Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), an engineering thermoplastic often found in Automotive and electronic items. Mattel’s custom formula is called “Silkstone,” and it gives Barbie's a more even and lifelike complexion. Through a series of testing, engineers made a strong, durable Barbie that can undergo serious abuse, according to a “Design News” article. Other features of PBT include high strength, toughness and stiffness, good creep resistance, dimensional stability and low moisture absorption characteristics. The material makes for considerably heavier doll (1.5 lbs). II. For sale: Barbie Silkstone Doll - Grace Kelly "The Romance T7944" Outfitted in Silkstone Dusk to Dawn Suite. Poster not included) a. Model Overview: This stunning Grace Kelly portrait doll wears a Suite removed from a Barbie Silkstone Dusk Till Dawn Gift set. This is the 2011 Gold Label Limited edition of only to 4300 units. The Doll and outfit were designed by Robert Best. b. Model Features: This stunning Grace Kelly doll wears a beautiful Black suite with white blouse, sheer Black hosiery and heels. c. Model Finish: Blonde Collar length hair tied up in a chic Chignon Hair Bun, makeup is Conservative keeping in step with Grace Kelly's minimalistic approach, lipstick is a fire engine red, eye make-up is subtle with penciled Eye brows. Skin tone is medium light. d. Images: Twelve photo limit other images available on request. III. Box: No Original Box comes in wooden box with antique Brass hardware. IV. Shipping:Free local pick up Seattle WA area. Domestic: Free USPS Priority Mail. International shipping: Through eBay global shipping program only.

Price: 425 USD

Location: Seattle, Washington

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