Keeping Ken  Keeping Ken Terms & Abbreviations  Keeping Ken A thru Z 


Ultimately this will be a complete listing of every Ken® made from 1961 until the present.  I will include Name, Model # (M#), Box Date (BD) and Hair Color (HC).  I am adding Clothing (C) and Accessory (A) descriptions as well.
 
Highlighted boxes are the Ken® dolls I keep.

Ken is a registered trademark of Mattel, Inc. These pages are neither affiliated with, nor a representative of Mattel, Inc. Material provided on these pages do not in any way reflect the opinions of Mattel, Inc.

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Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses Prince Derek Doll

M#:  J8891  BD:  2006  HC:  Rooted Auburn/Brunette.  C:  Rust felt knickers.  Dark gray tunic with copper/silver appliqué design with rust "velvet" Nehru collar, fringe epaulets and bottom, with copper thread design down middle front and on cuffs.  Gray plastic knee-high boots with painted burgundy laces.  Copper color crown (under left arm).  A:  Twelve pairs of dancing shoes in various colors for female doll.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses Prince Derek Doll AA

M#:  J8892    BD:  2006  HC:  Rooted Brunette.  C:  Same as Caucasian version.  A:  Same as Caucasian version.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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45th Anniversary Ken

M#:  J0953  BD:  2006  HC:  Flock Brunette.  C:  Red with white side stripe swim trunks.  Yellow towel.  Faux cork sandals with red strap.  Wrist tag.  A:  Clear base stand with clip and rod.  Reproduction Barbie & Ken fashion booklet.  Collector card.  Certificate or Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Gold Label.  This doll is a reproduction of Flock Hair Ken

Box Text:  "In 1961, Barbie was introduced to a true doll--Ken! This blue-eyed dreamboat was completely cute and incredibly athletic--and always up for a date at the beach with the quintessential California girl.

Forty-five years later, ken is still an adorable, all-American doll! ready for another perfect day at the pacific, this reproduction Ken doll wears a re-creation of the first-ever Ken fashion--sleek red swimming trunks, set off with a bright yellow, terry towel and red sandals.

This handsome Gold Label 45th Anniversary Ken doll comes in a re-creation of the 1961 package lid, which includes reproductions of the original, whimsical art and a reproduction booklet.

Commemorate a very special anniversary by reliving some favorite memories with 45th Anniversary Ken doll.

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"I live in trendy jeans and sweatshirts"

Fashion Fever Ken

M#:  K8421   BD:  2006  HC:  Rooted Dark Blonde/Light Blonde (side-part).    C:  Industrial washed denim blue jeans with upper thigh pockets.  Heather gray knit "sweat" top with hood and matching ribbed cuffs, two attached white cords and multi-color eagle appliqué l/s.  Dark navy messenger bag with red and metallic silver detail and metallic silver strap.  Brown slip-on shoes with gray/tan soles.  A:  None.

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"The beach is even cooler with fun, friends, and fashion! Ken® is super-cute surfing or playing football on the beach!"

Beach Glam Ken

M#:  K8387    BD:  2006  HC:  Rooted Medium Blonde (side-part)    C:  Light blue board-length swim trunks with double white ribbon stripes.  Lime green t-shirt with yellow ringer and medium blue/navy/lt. blue/yellow design appliqué.  A:  None.

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"Every girl's dream..."

The Groom Doll

M#:  K8739  BD:  2006  HC:  Rooted Auburn.  C:  One-piece with black pants and attached white "satin" shirt s/l with pink cummerbund and pink bow tie.  Charcoal "satin" tuxedo jacket with attached white "satin" cuffs and pink stitch details.  Black loafers.  A:  None.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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The Groom Doll AA

M#:    BD:  2006  HC:    C:  A:  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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The Groom Doll & Ring Bearer Doll

M#:  L3830  BD:  2006  HC:  G=Rooted Auburn. RB=Rooted Auburn.  C:  G=Same as The Groom Doll M# K8739 (listed above).  RB=Matching miniature version of The Groom Doll's fashion.  A:  Pink satin pillow with pink satin bow with white ruffle edge with attached gray plastic band and hot pink plastic "stone" child-sized ring.  NOTE:  The Ken® or Tommy™ trademark names are not used for these dolls.

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The Wizard of Oz™ Tin Man Ken Doll

M#:  K8687  BD:   2006  HC:  None.   C:  Metallic silver pants with matching metallic silver material inserts at knees. Metallic silver shirt with silver dot "buttons" l/s with high collar and matching bow-tie with silver dot and matching metallic silver material inserts with silver dot detail on shoulders and elbows.  Red plastic heart with clock sticker with silver metal chain attached to shirt.  Silver oil can in left hand.  Silver axe in right hand.  Metallic silver slippers.  A:  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

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The Wizard of Oz™ Cowardly Lion Ken Doll

M#:  K8688  BD:   2006  HC:  Rooted Two-Tone Titian/Ginger.  C:  One-piece camel color lion suit with closed stitched hands and feet, matching faux fur trim around top, chest and bottom of attached tail.  Red ribbon bow (in hair).  Gold plastic cross medal with "COURAGE" attached to left breast.  A:  Green "broken top" crown with gold painted trim (under right arm).  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

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The Wizard of Oz™ Scarecrow Ken Doll

M#:  K8689  BD:   2006  HC:  None.   C:  Brown felt pants with one dark brown and one navy (left leg) and one bright green and brown plaid (right leg) circle appliqués.  Green knit tunic l/s with blue button and attached maze color material circle collar with tan cord; "straw" coming from cuffs and front.  Muslin gloves with brown stitch detail.  Brown yarn tied around waist.  Tan cord tied around wrists.   Black felt pointed hat with green knit band with attached "straw" detailing.  Dark brown "velvet" boots with "straw" attached at top.  Rolled paper "Diploma", wrapped with red ribbon in left hand.  A:  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

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The Wizard of Oz™ Winkie Guard Ken Doll & Winged Monkey

M#:  L1291  BD:   2006  HC:  None.   C:  One-piece blue/navy/ lt. blue with red design appliqués, red cords and dark gray/lt. gray faux fur with attached gray knit sleeves and blue gloves Winkie Guard uniform.  Matching dark gray/lt. gray faux fur hat with red with gold trim flaps.  Red cowboy boots.  "Stones" necklace.  Staff with red handle and silver top (attached to right hand)  A:  Winged Monkey dressed in blue with red design jacket with red/white/navy ribbon detail and matching hat.  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.  KB Toys and Toys R Us SSE.

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Barbie as Sleeping Beauty Prince Doll (Canada/European Edition)

M#:  K8059  BD:  2006  HC:  Rooted Brown (center-part).  C:  Royal blue knickers.  Light blue Nehru collar tunic with gold metallic/royal blue ribbon down front w/ attached gold metallic belt, off-white sleeves covered with gold metallic mesh and gold metallic cuffs l/s.  Black boots up to knees.  A:  Pink rose with stem (attached to right hand).  Gold matte color crown.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.  This doll was also available in a gift set in select foreign market stores:  Barbie as Sleeping Beauty Gift Set (E)

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Fashion Fever Ken (Second Edition)

M#:  L3333  BD:  2007  HC:  Rooted Light Blonde/Light Copper Red (side-part).    C:  Dark denim blue jeans with upper thigh cargo pockets and attached camel color belt with solid silver buckle.  Tan woven shirt with orange thread detail and multi-color bird appliqué s/s with attached heather gray knit sleeves.  Olive green/burgundy/cream/tan stripe bag with black ribbon straps.  Silver rim with black painted lens glasses (attached to right hand).  Light brown square toe lace-up shoes with black soles.  A:  None.

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Barbie as The Island Princess Prince Antonio Doll

M#:  K8107  BD:  2007  HC:  Painted Brown/Brunette.  C:  Purple knickers.  Royal blue tunic with gold filigree print appliqué design on sleeves with gold metallic Nehru collar and waist detail, with gold/royal ribbon down middle front.  Royal blue plastic knee-high boots.  A:  Gold crown.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll. This doll was also available in a wedding gift set: Barbie as The Island Princess Rosella & Antonio Wedding Gift Set

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Barbie as The Island Princess Prince Antonio Doll AA

M#:  K8108  BD:  2007  HC:  Brunette.  C: Same as above.  A: Same as above.  NOTE: The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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"Fashion motto: Every day should be casual day."

Fashion Fever Ken (Third Edition)

M#:  L9543  BD:  2007  HC:  Rooted Medium Blonde (side-part).    C:  Medium blue color denim blue jeans with upper front thigh pockets with contrasting flap.  Pieced lt. blue knit t-shirt with attached lt. blue/white/lt. orange/yellow stripe print woven shirt (sleeves, collar and bottom).  Silver rim with clear smoke gray lens glasses (attached to top of head).  White lace sneakers with lt. blue top.  A:  None.

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Surf's-Up Beach Ken

M#:  L9548  BD:  2007 HC:  Rooted Medium Blonde (side-part).    C:  Goldenrod color swim trunks with goldenrod/burgundy ribbon detail up front left leg.  Scarlet/orange/brown/white print woven shirt s/s.  String and red bead bracelet (attached to right wrist).  Clear yellow glasses (attached to left hand).  A:  None.

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Wedding Day Groom Doll

M#:  M2780  BD:  2007 HC:  Painted Brown.    C:  One-piece with black pants and attached white woven shirt with win-tip collar s/l and attached silver vest and silver neck tie.  Black tuxedo jacket with attached silver pocket square.  Black tassel loafers.  A: None.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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Wedding Day Groom Doll AA

M#:  BD:  2007 HC:  C:  Same as above.  A: None.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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Sleeping Beauty Prince Doll (European Edition)

M#:  L8123  BD:  2007 HC:  Painted Brown. C:  Gray knickers.  Lilac tunic with metallic silver stripe sleeves and lilac thread detail on front and on sliver trimmed collar.  Attached medium lilac ribbon belt with oval silver buckle.  Gray tall lace-up boots.    A:  Silver matte crown.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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"Meet the Prince! He's a butterfly fairy friend from the new Barbie™ Mariposa™ DVD!"

Barbie Mariposa Prince Doll

M#:  M1519  BD:  2007 HC:  Painted Shimmering Brown. C:  Navy felt knickers.  Dark turquoise tricot tunic l/s with attached lt. blue felt tunic, gold ribbon detail, navy design appliqué and attached navy pleather belt.  Plastic navy and green design wings (attached to tunic).  Black tall lace-up boots.    A:  None.   NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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"Winter Motto: Whatever the occasion, I'm ready to snowboard."

Fashion Fever Ken (Fourth Edition)

M#:  M9330  BD:  2008  HC:  Rooted Medium Blonde (side-part).    C:  Medium blue color denim blue jeans with flap "pocket" on left leg.  Pieced sweater with blue ribbed knit turtle neck, cuffs and bottom and blue/white/navy print design.  Smoke brown glasses (attached to top of head).  Brown square toe boots with black heels.  A:  None.

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Barbie & The Diamond Castle Twin Musician Doll

M#:  M0791  BD:  2008  HC:  Painted Brown.  C:  Royal blue knickers.  Burgundy tunic with royal blue sparkle filigree print appliqué design on front with royal blue collar and white ruffle detail.  Brown plastic knee-high boots.  A:  Chipboard guitar.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

 

Barbie & The Diamond Castle Twin Musician Doll AA

M#:  BD:  2008  HC:  C:  Same as above.  A:  Same as above.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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"I dig a super hot day with killer waves and hangin' out with all my buddies!"

Beach Party Ken

M#:  N4946  BD:  2008 HC:  Painted Dark Blonde.  C:  Periwinkle color swim trunks w/ pieced periwinkle/blue/white/purple print panel (left leg) and purple tie string attached to waist.  Periwinkle/purple knit tie-dye s/l t-shirt.  Purple clear sunglasses (attached to right hand).  A:  None.

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"Today he marries the girl of his dreams/Just look how her dress sparkles and gleams! He waits, so happy, at the end of the aisle/For his bride to appear with her glowing smile.

Wedding Day Sparkle Groom Doll

M#:  N8283  BD:  2008 HC:  Painted Brunette.    C:  One-piece with black pants and attached white silky shirt s/l and attached white silky vest and pink neck tie.  Black tuxedo jacket.  Black band loafers.  A: None.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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"Ken looks handsome in his Indian avtaar.  The intricately designed colorful Sherwani and Kurta make him look elegant and stylish.  Bring home the charming 'Ken in India' and celebrate in Indian style."

Ken In India (India, European Edition)

M#: P6875  BD:  2008  HC:  Painted Brunette.  C:  Lt. tan shimmery pants with gold metallic dots.  Lt. green/bronze Kurta with gold ribbon detail at neck and down front.  Turquoise and gold print Sherwani with gold ribbon detail at cuffs and bottom.  Black loafers.  A:  Lt. tan sheer stole with gold ribbon detail.  NOTE:  Made by Fancy Fittings Ltd. in partnership with Mattel Toys (India) Pvt. Ltd.  Also available in a gift set with different fashion:  Barbie In India (Barbie and Ken)

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"Relive the magic and excitement of all your favourite Barbie™ movies with this handsome royal prince doll."
 

Prinz Doll (European Edition)

M#: N5025  BD: 2008  HC:  Painted Brunette.  C:  Brown knickers.  Medium purple tunic with metallic gold shoulder inserts and metallic gold ribbon detail and pieced white front insert with gold collar.  Attached black ribbon belt with rectangle gold buckle.  Black tall lace-up boots.    A:  Gold matte crown.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

Picture The Wizard of Oz™ 70th Anniversary Tin Man Ken Doll

M#:  N6565  BD:   2008  HC:  None.   C:  Metallic silver pants with matching metallic silver material inserts at knees. Metallic silver shirt with silver dot "buttons" l/s with high collar and matching bow-tie with silver dot and matching metallic silver material inserts with silver dot detail on shoulders and elbows.  Red plastic heart with clock sticker with silver metal chain attached to shirt.  Silver oil can in left hand.  Silver axe in right hand.  Metallic silver slippers.  A:  Original music electronic feature.  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

Picture The Wizard of Oz™ 70th Anniversary Cowardly Lion Ken Doll

M#:  N6563  BD:   2008  HC:  Rooted Two-Tone Titian/Ginger.  C:  One-piece camel color lion suit with closed stitched hands and feet, matching faux fur trim around top, chest and bottom of attached tail.  Red ribbon bow (in hair).  Gold plastic cross medal with "COURAGE" attached to left breast.  Green "broken top" crown with gold painted trim (attached to head).  A:  Original music electronic feature.  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

Picture The Wizard of Oz™ 70th Anniversary Scarecrow Lion Ken Doll

M#:  N6564  BD:   2008  HC:  None.   C:  Brown felt pants with one dark brown and one navy (left leg) and one bright green and brown plaid (right leg) circle appliqués.  Green knit tunic l/s with blue button and attached maze color material circle collar with tan cord; "straw" coming from cuffs and front.  Muslin gloves with brown stitch detail.  Brown yarn tied around waist.  Tan cord tied around wrists.   Black felt pointed hat with green knit band with attached "straw" detailing.  Dark brown "velvet" boots with "straw" attached at top.  Rolled paper "Diploma", wrapped with red ribbon in left hand.  A:  Original music electronic feature.  Black base stand with clear clip and rod.  Certificate of Authenticity.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

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Ken Styled by Gareth Pugh

M#:  BD:  HC:  Rooted Black.  C:  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Platinum Label.  In honor of 50 years of fabulous fashion, Ken is styled by one of London's most significant male fashion talents Gareth Pugh. With his strong design aesthetic, Gareth Pugh has become a highlight of the international fashion calendar. Black patent leather has become a signature of Gareth's work, and he has chosen to dress his hand made limited edition Ken doll in a look inspired by his first menswear collection, which illustrates his penchant for contrasting matt and shiny surfaces. "Ken came backstage at my Fall/Winter 2009/10 show and selected his favorite outfit for me to recreate exclusively for him." G. Pugh

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Star Trek Ken Doll as Mr. Spock

M#:  N5501  BD:  2008  HC:  Rooted Black.  C:  Black pants w/ stitched knee and padding.  Blue print sciences division uniform shirt, with two silver ribbon commander of the U.S.S. Enterprise stripes (on each cuff) and attached sciences division patch.  Black new boots.  Phaser weapon attached to right hand.   Tricorder attached to left hand. NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

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Star Trek Ken Doll as Captain Kirk

M#:  N5502  BD:  2008  HC:  Rooted Auburn.  C:  Black pants w/ stitched knee and padding.  Gold print command division uniform shirt, with three silver ribbon captain of the U.S.S. Enterprise stripes (on each cuff) and attached command division patch.  Black new boots.  Phaser weapon attached to right hand.   Communicator attached to left hand.  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Pink Label.

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Camping Family Ken

M#:  P6714  BD:  2008  HC:  Rooted Dark Blonde.  C:  Denim cargo "pocket" shorts w/ attached burgundy belt and silver plastic buckle.  Teal knit polo shirt w/ white palm tree and magenta stripe appliqué w/ magenta knit collar and attached heather gray long sleeves.  Magenta slides (shoes).  A:  Magenta plastic cooler with silver plastic lid.  2 chipboard soda cans (one attached to right hand), package of hotdogs, camping/picnic sign and log.

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Barbie and The Three Musketeers Prince Doll

M#:  N7005  BD:  2008  HC:  Painted Brown.  C:  White knickers.  Beige tunic with teal blue print appliqué design on front and gold thread accents with white collar and white w/ gold diamond and teal blue dot print sleeves.  Tan plastic knee-high boots.  A:  Gold plastic crown.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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Pop Life Ken

M#:  N6611  BD:  2008  HC:  Rooted Brunette.  C:  Herringbone pattern black pants.  White belt w/ silver square buckle.  Black/white print silky shirt (two snaps and elastic front-to-back in the crotch) with attached neon pink tie.  Black socks.  White loafers with black sole and black and silver paint detail.  White glasses with smoke gray lens attached to right hand.  A:  Mod sky blue (top) and white (bottom) chair.   Doll stand.  Numbered Certificate of Authenticity (001-999).  NOTE:  Barbie Collector Platinum Label.

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Barbie in A Mermaid Tale Doll

M#:  R4203  BD:  2009 HC:  Painted Medium Blonde.  C:  Purple color swim trunks.  Turquoise w/ silver/purple/black design s/l t-shirt with purple stitch trim.  A:  None.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used for this doll.

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Barbie Fashionistas Ken "Hottie"

M#:  T3188  BD:  2009 HC:  Rooted Dark Blonde.  C:  Dark denim pants.  Turquoise V-neck t-shirt w/ pink/black/gray/white design appliqué.  Black "straw" hat.  White lace-up athletic shoes.  A:  None.  NOTE:  The Ken® trademark name is not used on the doll box but he is referenced as Ken in Mattel listings.  This doll is dressed similar to the boxed Ken doll in the beginning of the Do "The Barbie" dance video.

Picture Barbie Fashionistas Ken "Sporty"

M#:  T4892  BD:  2009 HC:  Rooted Auburn/Medium Blonde.  C:  Khaki knee-length shorts with blue stitching.  Violet/blue-gray polo shirt w/ "ATHL League" and shoe with wing design appliqué.  Clear gray sunglasses (attached to right hand).  Black wristwatch (on right arm).  Black lace-up athletic shoes.  A:  None.

  Toy Story 3 Ken Loves Barbie
  Mad Men Don Draper

M#:  R4536
  Mad Men Roger Sterling

M#:  T4549