A Fruity Slice Of 80's Nostalgia Receives A "Berry" 21st Century Makeover

Strawberry Shortcake was a regular fixture in my suburban 1980's childhood, adorning everything from my bedsheets, to birthday cakes, to television screens and clothing. That said, I write this post with great excitement.

As reported yesterday, American Greetings Properties has revamped this iconic 80's character (see photo above). The revamped Strawberry Shortcake is showcased as a scented doll.

Of any noteworthy modifications, the new SS has embraced modern technology (she talks on a cell phone), her trademark kinky curls have been replaced with sultry waves (presumably extensions) and her demure jumper and bloomers have been replaced with a Lily Pulitzer-esque pants and shirt combo with Argyle and polka dotted accents.

Females of the 80's can further rejoice when a reimagined version of the Care Bears emerges this fall.

For the lads, don't fret. Videogames featuring a more brawny team of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are in the works.