#dia-de-los-muertos

#dia-de-los-muertos

The Day of the Dead originated in Mexico and is celebrated around the world, beginning on the last days of October and concluding in early November, contrary to the singular "day" implied by its name. While some recognize this celebration as a time of playful skeletons, colorful papel picados ("perforated paper"), and candlelit graveyards, it has been observed in some form throughout Mexico for over 3000 years,

Every year, Mattel releases dolls in honor of the Mexican holiday that celebrates and pays homage to departed loved ones. This year's Ken doll, designed by Ari Sarinana, wears a Jalisco-style charro outfit featuring a sombrero and gold-accented vest and pants. The Barbie doll, designed by Lynda Kyaw, is dressed in a three tier gown adorned with cempasúchil flowers. The three-tier dress resembles the three levels that are placed on the altars made for Día de los Muertos.