I picked two looks from the "Barbie" trailer to recreate to ensure I fully channelled by inner Barbie: a vibrant pink co-ord and baby pink gingham dress with those now iconic, fluffy heels. Stepping into the Barbie outfits felt a bit like cosplay and a far cry from the cream, brown, and black uniform I'm most comfortable in.
For the first look, H&M had the perfect pick with a Pink Suit Waistcoat (£18), and Suit Trousers (£25). I sourced the Pink Neckerchief (£14) from Amazon, the Pink Metallic Cross Strap Sandals (£35) from Deichmann, and the Hot Pink Disco Ricky Bag (£275) from Stone & Mason.
For the second look, I leant into the beach Barbie 'fit seen in the trailer and opted for the Lola May Tie Shoulder Mini Dress (£16, originally £29) from Asos, accessorised with a Claire's Accessories Blush Pink Bow Barette Hair Clip (£7), Orelia Dainty Pearl Flower Stationed Collar Necklace (£25), and Oliver Bonas Amia Daisy Hoop Drop Earrings (£18). And finally, finished with the perfect dupe of those Pink Fluffy Heels (£10, originally £20) from Public Desire.
If you like pink, then these outfits are ideal. While it was a far cry from my usual neutral palette, I started holding myself differently. Rather than fade into the background, these clothes ensured I was centre stage wherever I went — and so I figured I might as well act the part. With all eyes on me, I walked with purpose, even in high heels!