- Prologue.
You all know Ken and Barbie. Every Barbie has a story and here is a story of the time Barbie and Ken broke up. All characters are real dolls in the Barbie universe. Please enjoy this story for what it is: Make Believe.
Ken and Barbie with a Twist
Barbie was at work at the hospital. It was a rainy, slow day and she felt she wasn’t needed so she asked if she could leave early. Permission was granted and she headed to her beach front home in Malibu. This being a modern love story Ken lives with Barbie.
Barbie was eager to get home; she knew Ken would not be working at his construction job because of the rain. This would give her a chance to spend special time with her boyfriend. She quietly parked and snuck into the house to surprise him. She knew he would be on the couch playing videogames and she could sneak up behind him. She threw her arms around him and said, “Surprise!” Yes, he was surprised, but so was she. KEN WAS WEARING A DRESS! Not just any dress but HER dress, with nylons, heels and makeup.
Barbie fell back yelling, “Ken, what are you doing!?” Ken jumped up stammering, “Barbie! Oh no! Let me explain.” And so began a four-hour discussion. Ken came out to Barbie as Kendra. He was a cross dresser and had been in secret for years. Kendra tried to explain but Barbie couldn’t understand and after a long argument she decided they were through and asked him to leave.
Barbie was in the dumps for the next several days. She began taking long walks on the beach. One day as she walked she was hailed by a couple on the front deck of their house. It was Blaine and Summer, a brother and sister from Australia. Blaine was a professional surfer, Summer served as his manager. They invited her up for a Foster’s and shrimp on the Barbie. (Apologies to my Australian sisters but it’s such an easy to use cliché) She joined them and had a wonderful evening. Soon she found herself hanging out with them often. Summer became a real friend and a spark ignited between Barbie and Blaine which led to dating.
Barbie and Blaine dated for about six years but they maintained separate houses because of his tournament travels. One day Blaine and Summer had just returned from a tournament, so Barbie ran down the beach to see them. As Barbie climbed the stairs to the deck she shushed Summer and turned the corner to see Blaine lying back on a lounge chair. He was wearing a lovely YELLOW FLOWERED SUNDRESS!
Oh No! Not Again! “Blaine, how could you? You know why Ken and I split!” Barbie spit out. Blaine answered, “Honey, I’ve been meaning to tell you, I’m Lana.” Barbie turned to Summer and said, “You knew and didn’t tell me?” Summer replied, “Blaine has been dressing up since we were young. I just never even think about it. ” Barbie screams “WE’RE DONE!” and storms off.
Barbie spent the rest of the day sulking at home but that evening she knew she had to talk to someone. It was late but her parents would still be up. She raced across town to their farm. When she arrived she ran inside wanting to hug Mommy and cry on Daddy’s shoulder. Mom and dad were sitting on the couch watching TV, Margarette in her usual housecoat and George was IN A DRESS! Barbie collapsed in a heap on the floor.
Margarette took charge immediately and told Georgette to go change while she picked up Barbie and put her on the couch. Barbie babbled incoherently for a few minutes until uttering between sobs, “Why” sob, “how” sob, “long?” George came back with a box of tissues and a glass of water, all the while Barbie stared at him. How could the three men she loved all be sissies. Was there something wrong with her? Barbie settled down and they began an all-night conversation about cross dressing. In the morning, after a lot of crying, Barbie agreed to go see Aunt Millicent, a therapist.
Aunt Millicent was able to get her in the next day and started the journey to deal with and accept her men being cross dressers. After a year Barbie came to terms with her life and made new plans.
Barbie did a little shopping on the way home. After getting herself ready she called Ken and invited him over. He arrived a little later looking very nervous, he hadn’t seen Barbie in seven years. Barbie took him by the hand and led him to the living room, there she gave him a large package. “Open it” she commanded. Not knowing what to expect he opened it cautiously. Inside was a complete outfit for Kendra! She looked at him seriously, “I love you and want to be with you. I also want to get to know my new friend Kendra. Now let’s get you dressed and have a ‘New Life Together’ dinner. But before Barbie could move Ken swept her into his arms and kissed her, a long pent up emotions kiss. (We had to have some romance!)
Now on to Daddy. His birthday was soon and Barbie had a present for him too. When Barbie got to the farm there was Georgette, fully dressed. Barbie gave Georgette her present, a lovely dress.
What about Blaine/Lana and Summer? Well after Ken was moved back in Barbie made a date for all four of them to meet on the beach. And the guys had to come as their female selves. Kendra and Lana became immediate friends and Barbie and Summer sat back and watched as they talked endlessly. It was CD heaven. (Sorry, couldn’t resist)
After about a year with everyone becoming used to their new roles Ken had a surprise for Barbie. He got down on one knee and proposed! (Well it’s about time!) So they started planning. Ken got Barbie a big engagement ring, and she got a bigger one for him. Barbie chose a beautiful full wedding dress. Ken chose a similar dress but with straps, got to keep those forms up. Barbie asked Summer to be Maid of Honor and Ken/Kendra asked Blaine/Lana to be Best Man/Woman. There were no tuxes at this wedding, only pretty dresses.
The honeymoon was a whirlwind world tour. Two weeks after settling in at home Barbie came to Ken with a surprise, “I’m Pregnant!” (Again, It’s about time!)
Epilogue
I wrote this as a fun story without serious intent. I hope you enjoyed this fantasy fairytale.
Thanks for taking the time to read my story and if you now have a moment or two, please feel free to leave a note referring to the article or to answer one or more of my questions I’ve posed to you below:
- When you came out of the CD closet to your wife or SO, was she totally accepting of your thrill of cross dressing, accepting with certain limits, or not accepting at all?
- Have you ever had a one on one girl date out in public or at home with your wife or SO and how did it go the very first time?
- Have to ever had a chance to make love to your wife or SO with you in full up femme mode and after that first time, did she allow you to make love to her more times with you in full up femme mode?
Thanks again girls,
Sincerely, Beth
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Lovely story, Beth (and I love a cold Foster’s, too). Now, about your questions: When I told my wife I was interested in wearing women’s clothes, she replied “Are you turning gay in you old age?" And her comment the first time she saw me, immediately before my first makeover, was most unflattering; but when I got back from Ulta, she was much kinder…she said I looked good, like a “little old lady". She has since become quite accepting of Bettylou; we have been out on lunch dates, gone shopping, and even attended a few movies. But no, no lovemaking,… Read more »
Thank you.
Ah yes, the gay comment that we invariably always get, or the lesbian comment. Part of the problem is the gay drag queens are so much in the spotlight that they have incorrectly influenced the perception of cross dressing.
Enjoyed your story with its humorous and ironic touches. Transvestism and Trans Gendering are getting more common so it is not impossible for something like that to happen
Thank you
The story is based on the Mattel story of Barbie and Ken breaking up in 2004 and getting back together in 2011. The reason they gave was Barbie felt the relationship was going nowhere. Barbie really did date Blaine at this time for seven years but Ken won her back by changing his style and showing his true love. I changed it to the cross dressing theme because it is the reason this group exists and, as you said, it is becoming more common. It’s also a more interesting story line.
Beth
To answer your questions: 1) She was accepting with limitations (wondered if I was gay). Since then, she’s bounced all over that spectrum– even encouraging at times. Currently, she’s accepting, but doesn’t like it. 2) We’ve had a few Girls Days Out– makeovers, mani-pedis, clothes shopping, lunch, etc. I loved it! She tolerated it. Last year, she told me she’d never do it again, but we had a heart-to-heart, a few weeks ago, & I think she may be more open to it again, now. 3) Yes & it was some of the best we’ve ever had. She’ll even tell… Read more »
I had a similar experience with my ex. I was in the closet then and she didn’t know. But as a kink she asked me to dress in her clothes I had worn for a male beauty contest. It resulted in a fantastic night which she repeated occasionally. Of course I was more than willing to comply.
Beth
A very cute and touching story. Love the fantasy, and the fantasy of so many men actually being crossdressers.
That is something I often think about now as I’m out and about, I wonder if any of these guys have a femme side like I do. Like last week I was in a woman’s clothing store and a gent was at the desk doing an exchange. Well of course MAYBE he was doing it for his wife, or maybe not!
Thanks for the story Beth.
Amy
I wonder also. It would be nice if more girls came out and we could ser just how large our population is.
Beth
That was entertaining! I’ve been met with support from my SO and a small measure of acceptance, but relating the her as a sister or meeting her enfemme in the bedroom would not be accepted, at least right now.
As Rei continues to be a daily part of our lives who knows what the future may hold.
Thanks for story!
Hi Beth….just wanted to say I loved the story…very well written honey xxx
Thank you so much. My editor Scarlet was ecstatic about how easy I made her job. Actually, getting to this point of being published was painful for me. My original story was over 2000 words. CDH’s guidelines call for 1500 max so I began cutting. I submitted it at that length but they asked me to cut it down to their preferred length of 1000 words. I cut it to just over that and was accepted. It was truly painful. I had to cut out most of an explanatory prologue, several additional characters and secondary plots and some lesser jokes.… Read more »
Barbie and Ken – the sequel….can’t wait x
Brilliant read and enjoyed it very much
Thank you
Beautifully written and can’t wait to read more! Xx
Beth that was beautifully written and I enjoyed reading it. What an amazing film this could be expanded into. Emotional, romantic and topical would have opportunities for some serious good acting.
Thank you. Never thought of a movie, although I see it in my mind all the time.
Beautiful story Beth. My wife and I started out as coworkers and became friends. After a year of our friendship I opened up to her about my cross dressing. She was anxious to see me dressed up. One evening after work she was waiting for me when I got home from work. I took her inside and dressed up in a garter belt and stockings set and put on a dress. Looking through my lingerie. She took several pieces and put them on herself. That night we ended up in bed together both dressed in sexy lingerie. It was the… Read more »
Thank you.
The story of your life with your wife is wonderful! You have a fantastic woman by your side, no wonder you love her.
Nice story –But it took Barbie seven yrs to learn that Clothes are not a threat to her woman hood–She must be a Slow learner-
Actually, 7 years in the Barbie universe is fast. The time line there is unique, erratic and confusing. Barbie first appeared in 1959 as an 18 yr old fashion model. She met Ken, also a model, at a tv commercial shoot in 1961. He was 20 but she was still 18. They began dating then and except for the 7 years here have been together ever since. Her sister Skipper came into the universe as a 16 yr old bridesmaid for a wedding that did and didn’t happen (your choice of story lines). Her sister Stacie was the 6 yr… Read more »
WoW–a soap opera