August 18, 2012 | Sex & Society

Yes, this is for real. Mattel will be releasing a new Barbie later this fall, which was actually inspired by fashion designer Phillipe Blond (known for his gender-bending ways). The doll will not officially be called 'Drag Queen Barbie,' of course, but that's really what she (or he) is. For those who are into this sort of thing, it will run you about $125 to get your hands on her.

We'd be much more excited about an anatomically correct Ken. Or Ken and his new partner Steve dolls. Or Ken in leather chaps. Or ...