NYP98020902-9 FEBRUARY 1998-NEW YORK, NEW YORK,USA: The new 1998 lean and flat chested Barbie is unveiled under the title of "Teen World Barbie" at the American International Toy Fair, February 9th. UPI ep/Ezio Petersen | License Photo
"I think it's attracting kids too young that want to expose parts of body to show off tattoos," Sacramento-area parent Jen Alcayaga said.
Some parents said they find the doll relatively harmless.
"Maybe it's a sign of the times. Each generation is different. Elvis was evil at one time," Brandon Thompson said.
Mattel said there are no plans to discontinue production of the toy.
