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Mania at MARIEL
from 8-10-23 Villager
by The Villager
Villager: Did Barbie inspire your love for fashion as a young girl?
Denise Snyder: “Barbie was my favorite doll! I would constantly create outfits and hand sew them. I definitely think it inspired me to get into fashion.”
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Villager: What about Barbie is unique in todays world?
Denise Snyder: “For 40 years I have told my clients they are my real life Barbies that I get to style everyday!”
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Villager: Why did you decide to have a Barbie party?
Denise Snyder: “I had been hearing about the movie for a year from my designers and this has been the biggest buzz since Sex in the City. It was a great reason to get dolled up and party!”