Move over ‘Hot Girl Summer’ because this year it’s Barbie’s time to shine. Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or had no childhood), you know Barbie. She’s the doll that needs no introduction: we all wanted to either be her or date her. And, even if we’re too grown up to play with toys anymore, our fascination with the pink style icon has stayed with us.
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Born as a TikTok core aesthetic in summer 2022, Barbiecore has taken over the world. From celebrities like Megan Fox and Barbie Ferreira to influencers like Maya Ashley and Amelia Dimondelberg, everybody’s living the fuchsia-clad life. Even luxury designers like Valentino and Versace have jumped on the wagon. And with the Greta Gerwig live-action Barbie movie finally coming out on July 21st, there’s no better time to join these A-listers in their bright, sparkly summer. The best part is that eventhough the franchise was not inclusive in the 2000s, this time around we can all be a Barbie girl in a Barbie world (yes, I said that).
So if you’re looking to heal your inner child this summer, here’s how to embrace the Barbiecore trend on any occasion:
Date Night Barbie
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Ken or no Ken, we all need a go-to date night outfit that makes us feel confident. And this summer, a glam pink dress is what your romantic dreams are made of. With a matching bag, lace-up stilettos, and a romantic necklace, this look will make you look like a Barbie princess–and be treated like one.
Beach Barbie
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Even if you don’t live in a Malibu Dreamhouse, with this outfit it’ll feel like you do. Maya knows how to Barbie it up, and her bubblegum bikini look couldn’t be easier. We suggest adding a matching cover-up and some hue-toned accessories to your swimsuit to fully commit to the look; after all, you can’t spell Barbie without pink.
Party Barbie
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This summer, we all deserve to have a good time, all the time. So if you’re looking for a party outfit, nothing screams fun more than a pink corset top with a matching skirt and shiny platform shoes; just look at Megan Fox for inspiration. With a sparkly bag, this look guarantees you’ll be the life of every club.
Hustler Barbie
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Barbie has a million different jobs: she’s an astronaut, a lawyer, a veterinarian, and a fashion designer– to put it lightly, she’s the original girl boss. So if you need to hustle this summer, add a soft pink blazer and matching kitten heels to your office outfit rotation.
Workout Barbie
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There’s no better gym motivator than a cute workout outfit. With this matching set, you’re guaranteed to look cute while breaking a sweat. You can also add a sweatband and trainers if you’re looking to impress your local gym Ken-or get some Kenergy for yourself.
Words by Alexia De Las Heras
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