BARBIECORE.

BARBIECORE: HOW TO GET DOLLED UP WITH THIS TREND.

Tis the season to be Barbie...

This summer’s dominating trend is the boldly feminine and fun Barbiecore aesthetic thanks to the premiere of Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” movie. I’m sure your screen has been saturated with celebrities like Margot Robbie (who plays Barbie) rocking outfits that are paying homage to the iconic Mattel doll. Well I’m here with all the tips you’ll need to transform your closet into a Barbie world.

Pink, pink and more pink.

Barbie core is all about making a bold feminine statement.

When you think about Barbie, it’s hard not to think of her signature colour that is pink... pink has been traditionally associated with femininity so it’s no surprise that it is Barbie’s favourite colour considering she’s all about celebrating femininity. To rock the Barbiecore aesthetic you’ve got to embrace pink. Pretty pink hues like hot pink, candy pink, dusty pink, fuchsia are all right on theme.

If wearing an all pink ensemble sounds intimidating, which I know it can, you can still incorporate pink hues into your outfits in less intimidating ways. A matte pink lipstick/ glossy lip gloss, pink nail polish, rose coloured sunglasses, a pair of pink footwear will do the trick.

If you want to make a bold statement and fully commit to an all pink look, put together an outfit that incorporates varying shades of pink to add some dimension to the look. You can also pair brightly coloured pieces with more neutral shades like white to balance out the splash of loud colour.

But wait a minute.

Pink’s not the only colour you can wear to achieve a Barbie-esque look. Give your wardrobe a generous sprinkle of vibrant coloured pieces because that too is part of the barbiecore trend. Good things come in twos and right now, it is Barbie and summer, making now the perfect time to rock vibrant coloured pieces.

Vibrant shades like bright neons, blue, lilac, orange, bright greens, yellow are just some of those colours that can make a bold statement just like pink does. Indulge yourself with shimmery pieces, metallic pieces and a bust of eye popping colour. You can colour block and experiment here, orange and pink, pink and red, pink and green are some good combinations.

Bring an individualistic touch to your interpretation of Barbiecore .

Since its creation in the 1950’s, the Barbie doll has evolved to be inclusive of a diverse range of body types, skin tones and hair types. It’s not just about blonde Barbie any more. Whether you’re rocking a big afro, a pixie hair cut or androgynous pieces you get to be your own version of Barbie.

Have fun with Barbie core trend by playing up the sides to you that you want to celebrate which is exactly what Barbie is all about doing. The Mattel doll has rocked everything from a power skirt suit to cowgirl outfits. Having fun and expressing your femininity with individuality is just the crux of the Barbie core aesthetic.

So you don’t have to change your personal style to fit the Barbie core trend just add a feminine flair to your outfits to make them appear more Barbie-esque.

Indulge your nostalgia since the creation of Barbie in 1959, the Mattel doll has been making stylish and iconic references to every fashion era since. Take inspiration from retro and vintage Barbie. Adding some Polka dot, stripes, flared jeans, headbands, tweed dresses or skirts to your closet are just some of the ways to dress like Barbie through her different fashion eras.

Dainty pieces and chunky pieces.

Pay attention to texture and fit. Dainty pieces like a mini bag, small neck scarves, plastic hair clips, chunky platform heels, ultra high pumps, block heels and glass heels are sassy pieces that will get you looking and feeling like a life sized doll.

Play and experiment with fun, feminine designs and silhouettes.

Dresses and miniskirts are the wardrobe staples to have for the Barbiecore aesthetic. Play around with different feminine silhouettes and design detail.

What’s more feminine than ruffle detailing and floral prints, also a latex pink bodycon dress for a night out is one outfit idea to get that feminine silhouette.

Co-ordinated Monochromatic outfits

Matching sets happen to be in vogue at the moment and what better way is there to dress like a Barbie doll than to wear a head to toe feminine, bright coloured coordinated ensemble like a matching pink top and skirt sets.

For an aesthetic involving loud colour such as this is, matching sets are a safe bet to make sure you’re outfit is colour coordinated and cohesive without needing to put much thought into creating the right look. So get yourself brightly coloured matching co-ords in skirt sets, tops and shorts or pants in luscious tones

Texture

Soft delicately feminine textures like silk slip dresses, velvet, latex pants are just what you need to nail this trend. You can make your outfits cohesive by putting together pieces in different textures with matching colours to harmonise the look. Picture this: a pink silk slip dress worn with a metallic coat and a pair of pink pumps...now that would make a fabulously Barbie-esque outfit.

There’s a Barbie-esque way to dress for every occasion this trend is so easy to wear because Barbie has been presented in so many different versions and roles, so whether you’re headed to the office, a party or to the beach there’s a way to dress within the realm of this aesthetic to fit every occasion that you can possibly think of; Want a laid back look to be comfortable but still cute will you run your errands, how about pink overalls? You can emulate the iconic doll with your formal wear by taking inspiration from the cooperate Barbie pink suit, for a casual look Barbie has rocked flared jeans and pink shorts which are pieces you too can incorporate into your closet and you can get yourself a Barbie inspired stripped bathing suit to rock this summer.

Remember, the Barbiecore aesthetic is for everyone. You don’t have to wear head to toe pink to channel your inner Barbie. Embrace your femininity in a way that fits your individual and authentic style, because just like the Barbie doll, our femininity comes in a multitude of different looks