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product_id: 2227911
title: "1988 HAPPY HOLIDAYS BARBIE - 1ST IN COLLECTIBLE SERIES by Mattel"
brand: "mattel"
price: "KSh61284"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Mattel"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/2227911-1988-happy-holidays-barbie-1st-in-collectible-series-by-mattel
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region: Kenya
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# Iconic red sparkly dress 1st Holiday Barbie ever Original box in great condition 1988 HAPPY HOLIDAYS BARBIE - 1ST IN COLLECTIBLE SERIES by Mattel

**Brand:** mattel
**Price:** KSh61284
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎄 Own the OG Holiday Barbie – sparkle your season with iconic style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 1988 HAPPY HOLIDAYS BARBIE - 1ST IN COLLECTIBLE SERIES by Mattel by mattel
- **How much does it cost?** KSh61284 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- mattel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Generations of Joy:** A perfect heirloom piece designed to create lasting memories and be passed down through family traditions.
- • **Dazzling Red Sparkle:** Features the signature red sparkly holiday dress that instantly elevates any collection with timeless festive charm.
- • **Pioneer of Holiday Glamour:** The very first Barbie in the coveted 'Happy Holidays' collectible series, setting the gold standard for festive elegance.
- • **Top-Tier Collectible Status:** Ranks among the most sought-after Holiday Barbies, making it a must-have for serious collectors and trend-savvy professionals alike.
- • **Collector’s Dream Condition:** Comes with the original box in excellent condition, a rare find that boosts both display value and investment potential.

## Overview

The 1988 Happy Holidays Barbie is the inaugural doll in Mattel’s beloved Holiday Barbie series, renowned for its dazzling red sparkly dress and collectible value. Weighing just over a pound and preserved in its original box, this doll is a timeless festive icon cherished by collectors and perfect for gifting or heirloom display.

## Description

1ST BARBIE IN SPECIAL "HAPPY HOLIDAYS" SERIES - MOST COLLECTIBLE IN HER RED SPARKLY HOLIDAY DRESS!

Review: 1st Barbie - I had all of the Holiday Barbie's except the 1988 --1st one though the hair bow was not as it should be I was able to fix it The Doll and Original Box actually came in Good Condition better than a couple that I purchased last year where the boxes were really in poor condition but instead of returning them I decided to keep them. I have the Complete Collection Now including The Newly Released 2019. I only pur them out at Christmas And I hope 1 day to pass them on to a daughter in law
Review: Perfect! - My grandma never had a real Barbie growing up. She LOVES them a lot. She cried when she opened this beautiful doll and it’s now displayed in her favorite room- her sewing room. The seller was so very kind too! A lot of great memories were made!

## Features

- First in the Holiday Barbie Series
- 1988 Happy Holiday Barbie

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000KJ96A6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #411,204 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #6,525 in Dolls |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (81) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.19 pounds |
| Item model number | 1703 |
| Manufacturer | Mattel |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 0 - 12 years |
| Product Dimensions | 14.2 x 10.9 x 3.7 inches |

## Images

![1988 HAPPY HOLIDAYS BARBIE - 1ST IN COLLECTIBLE SERIES by Mattel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91zOXYxNIZL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1st Barbie
*by D***. on August 17, 2019*

I had all of the Holiday Barbie's except the 1988 --1st one though the hair bow was not as it should be I was able to fix it The Doll and Original Box actually came in Good Condition better than a couple that I purchased last year where the boxes were really in poor condition but instead of returning them I decided to keep them. I have the Complete Collection Now including The Newly Released 2019. I only pur them out at Christmas And I hope 1 day to pass them on to a daughter in law

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect!
*by M***K on February 1, 2024*

My grandma never had a real Barbie growing up. She LOVES them a lot. She cried when she opened this beautiful doll and it’s now displayed in her favorite room- her sewing room. The seller was so very kind too! A lot of great memories were made!

### ⭐ Bad Condition
*by L***N on October 11, 2024*

Box was bent, no tape on flaps which shows product was opened previously. And the front of the Barbie box has a handwritten sticker that says “ sold as is, 500 OBO” Is not stated in the description when I purchased it as an “new” item. Not Used. Item sent back for a Refund.

## Frequently Bought Together

- 1988 HAPPY HOLIDAYS BARBIE - 1ST IN COLLECTIBLE SERIES by Mattel
- Barbie Mattel Happy Holidays 1990
- Happy Holidays Barbie Doll Special Edition 1989 w Keepsake Snowflake Ornament (1989 Mattel Hawthorne)

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*Last updated: 2026-02-18*