Mattel's Diwali Barbie doll, dressed in a floral Koti vest, choli top, and lehenga skirt, is a blend of modern aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship, the company said
No longer is Barbie portrayed in roles such as the air hostess - or, when promoted to pilot, still dressed in a feminine and pink version of the uniform
Mattel's rebuttal indicates that Margaret Georgiadis is seeking to drive a hard bargain in negotiations with Hasbro