Steffie Face Barbie Dolls from My Collection

The Steffie face sculpt is Barbie’s most beloved mold that stood the test of time, and it’s my favorite Barbie face sculpt too! It’s one of the most iconic and enduring face molds in Barbie history created by Mattel in 1971 and was officially introduced on the Barbie friend Steffie doll in 1972. Though Steffie as a character disappeared quickly from the playline, her face sculpt lived on and became a fan favorite reused by Mattel for decades.

The Steffie mold quickly became a collector favorite, not only for its soft, sweet features but also for its versatility across a wide range of Barbie characters for decades. It was reused for iconic characters such as PJ, Christie, Midge, Teresa, Whitney, and many international and collector dolls over the years. In 2013, Mattel introduced a slightly updated version called the Steffie Playline face sculpt, designed for modern proportions but retaining the sweet expression collectors adore.

But, what makes the Steffie face sculpt so special? The Steffie face is known for its rounded cheeks, youthful- innocent smile, wide almond-shaped eyes, and defined lips with a gentle expression. The Steffie mold gave dolls a softer and more approachable look. It was especially effective for characters meant to appear sweet, friendly, or glamorous in a subtle way.

Now I’d like to share the Barbie dolls with the Steffie face sculpt from my personal collection. If you’d like a closer look, just follow the link under each photo. Which Barbie with the Steffie face mold is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

1978 Sun Lovin’ Malibu Christie and 1978 Sun Lovin’ Malibu PJ

1979 Black Barbie and 1979 Hispanic Barbie

1982 Dream Date PJ and Fashion Photo PJ Repro

1985 Peruvian Barbie and 1982 Hawaiian Barbie

1986 Jewel Secrets Whitney and 1981 Pink & Pretty Christie

1987 California Midge and 1989 Wet n’ Wild Teresa

1982 Tracy Bride

Steffie Face Barbie Dolls from My Collection