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Gemma Collins Proves She Was Born for Barbiecore in a Pink Co-Ord With Giant Bow

21/07/2023 - 11:15 AM

Gemma Collins was born for Barbiecore. The reality star headed to a special screening of "Barbie" on 20 July in London, decked out head-to-toe in pink. The 42-year-old channelled Barbie vibes in a pink bardot trouser co-ord which was fit with a larger-than-life bow. Her Barbie-blonde locks [1] were styled into her trademark tousled curls by hair stylist Amy Alice, whilst her doll-worthy makeup (complete with a slick of pink lipgloss, of course), was added by makeup artist Demi Simmonds.

Inspired by Greta Gerwig's upcoming "Barbie" movie [2], Barbiecore fashion [3] is a wardrobe takeover of the pink hue. Think top-to-toe fuchsia, bubblegum, rose, and magenta, the bold look has taken over and celebrities are jumping on the Barbie bandwagon.

The former "The Only Way Is Essex" star has joined a lineup of celebrities who've recently popularised the fashion trend, including Simone Ashley [4], who recently took to the "The Little Mermaid" red carpet in a pink Versace minidress, while Maya Jama [5] took the Barbiecore trend on holiday.

Elsewhere, the trend has been taken over by Lewis Hamilton, who was the face of last year's Valentino's Pink PP campaign [6]. While Y2K trends [7] have been very much in style, Barbiecore takes the kitschy aesthetic one step further. This is in reference not just to the bubblegum-pink red carpet looks we've seen from the likes of Maison Valentino [8] and Miu Miu [9] but also, more specifically, the colourful, textural combinations that are built upon the conventional characteristics of Mattel's quintessential American fashion doll. Barbie — brought to life in 1959 by Ruth Handler in a strapless, black-and-white-striped bathing suit, tiny gold hoops, and black heels — is today most synonymous with a look more akin to Reese Witherspoon [10] as Elle Woods in "Legally Blonde [11]."

This year, all-pink-everything Barbiecore encourages us to embrace that same sense of fearlessness and tap into the over-accessorised, monochromatic style. While piling on lots of pink is key, bold statement accessories such as towering platform heels [12], retro-shaped glasses, and gloves are not to be overlooked.

As excitement builds for the 21 July release of the highly anticipated film, starring Margot Robbie and a platinum-blonde Ryan Gosling [13], take a look at our favourite celebrity Barbiecore takes to date.

— Additional reporting by Gabriella Ferlita

Gemma Collins Chooses Barbiecore for a "Barbie" Screening in London

The reality star proved that she's the Barbie we all deserve in a bubblegum pink bardot co-ord which was fit with a larger-than-life bow.

Rita Ora Channels Barbiecore at London Pride

The singer took to the LGBTQ+ event in a look which could have been plucked straight from the "Barbie" movie. To say we're jealous of her boots would be an understatement.

Hailey Bieber Goes Barbiecore in a Sparkly Minidress in New York

The model stepped out in a sparkly micro minidress [14] for her skin-care brand's one-year anniversary party in a custom Vivienne Westwood design entirely covered in light-pink crystals. Bieber's outfit featured a plunging neckline, corseted bodice, ruched skirt, two tiny bows, and a super-short hemline that showed off her legs.

Kate Middleton Wears Barbiecore Suit in London

The Princess of Wales didn't let the Barbiecore trend slip, as she wore a bubblegum pink fitted Alexander McQueen suit with a matching pink silk shirt, teamed with white court shoes and a white pearl-buckled belt.

Halsey Gives Barbiecore a Dark Twist in Cannes

Halsey made a case for Barbiecore with an edge at the amfAR Gala Cannes Gala 2023 [15], pairing a sheer hot pink Givenchy dress with black elbow-length gloves.

Maya Jama Wearing a Barbiecore Bikini in Thailand

Maya Jama's bikini [16] made a case for Barbiecore, whilst holidaying in Thailand. Posting a stunning photo of herself on a sun lounger in the tiny pink two-piece, she proved that she would not look out of place in the "Barbie" movie. Petition for the "Love Island" host to join the cast, anyone?

Sydney Sweeney Wears a Barbiecore Pink Jumpsuit in Vegas

The 25-year-old actor attended CinemaCon 2023 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, wearing a strapless pink jumpsuit with a structured bustier top and floaty trousers. Her Barbiecore look featured pockets and was made of an iridescent material that caught the light beautifully.

Simone Ashley's Barbiecore Mini Dress at "The Little Mermaid" Premiere in LA

Simone Ashley certainly stood out on the ocean-coloured carpet of "The Little Mermaid" premiere in LA in a fuchsia-pink minidress, with an impressive side train by Atelier Versace. Styled by Rebecca Corbin-Murray, the "Bridgerton [17]" star's ensemble was seriously eye-catching. If Barbie pink wasn't already the colour of the summer, it certainly is now.

Daisy May Cooper in Barbiecore Boudoir Glamour at the 2023 BAFTA TV Awards

The "This Country" co-creator served Barbiecore boudoir glamour in a pink fur-lined slip dress, with a matching robe at the 2023 BAFTA TV Awards. Her striking look was the definition of day-to-night wear, with a Barbie-inspired twist. And all Cooper needs to do to dress it down is add a pair of matching ballet-pink fluffy slippers!

Amelia Dimoldenberg's Barbiecore Velvet Gown at the 2023 BAFTA TV Awards

The "Chicken Shop Date" star wore a pink velvet cutout dress by Roberto Cavalli as she fronted the backstage coverage at the 2023 BAFTA TV Awards. The presenter's outfit looked as if it was plucked straight from the "Barbie" movie trailer.

Stormzy Wearing a Barbiecore Suit at the "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" premiere

Stormzy rocked the Barbiecore trend on the black carpet for the London premiere of the Marvel film. Wearing a fuchsia pink suit, with matching tshirt underneath, the block colour 'fit reminded us that pink attire is going nowhere.

Vanessa Hudgens Wearing a Barbiecore Minidress on Instagram

Vanessa Hudgens [18] leaned into the Barbiecore trend in an inspired outfit from head to toe. The actress paired a pink, floral-print minidress with thin straps with heart-shaped sunglasses, a pink scrunchie, and flatform flip-flops. For jewellery, she chose oversize hoop earrings, a beaded necklace, and an anklet. "Bad Barbie's" she captioned the photo, featuring two friends in similar hot pink looks.

Hailey Bieber Wearing a Barbiecore Versace Minidress

Hailey Bieber was the Barbiecore poster child in a pink corseted Versace dress. Leaning into the retro-inspired aesthetic, she finished her look with white platform boots and layered silver necklaces.

Lizzo Wearing Barbiecore at Her LA Screening

Lizzo [19] looked vibrant at her "Lizzo's Watch Out For the Big Grrrls [20]" premiere in a hot-pink ensemble from Valentino's autumn/winter 2022 pink collection [21]. She wore a pleated skater minidress with matching bright-pink opera gloves, pink tights, and platform pumps.

Khloé Kardashian Wearing a Barbiecore Minidress For her Birthday 💕

Khloé Kardashian transformed into a Barbiecore style maven on TikTok, emerging in a pink latex minidress replete with pointy-toe shoes in a matching shade and a silver heart pendant necklace.

Cardi B Wearing Barbiecore in West Hollywood

Cardi B looked Barbie-esque in West Hollywood on 13 February. She wore a Chanel two-piece set, consisting of a pink tweed bouclé crop top and high-waisted skirt, complete with white lace-up open-toe heels, a fuzzy white Chanel bag, and chunky silver jewellery, including her large silver Playboy-bunny statement necklace.

Kim Kardashian Wearing Barbiecore at Home

Kardashian, once again, shows the world that she is a Balenciaga girl [22] through and through. In this bubblegum-pink ensemble and her platinum-blonde hair [23], the reality TV star and Skims designer definitely understood the Barbiecore assignment. She teamed a cropped pink zip-up hoodie with her classic spandex pantaleggings [24], completing the look with metallic silver Balenciaga sunglasses and a bedazzled Balenciaga Hourglass purse.

Dua Lipa Wearing Barbiecore For Her "Future Nostalgia" Tour

Lipa is the queen of catsuits and opera gloves [25] on her "Future Nostalgia" tour [26], and this lace fuchsia bodysuit from Balenciaga is right on track, complete with hot-pink opera gloves to match.

Olivia Rodrigo Wearing Barbiecore at Her LA Premiere

Rodrigo put her own edgy rock-star twist [27] on the Barbiecore aesthetic at her "Driving Home 2 U (A Sour Film)" premiere in LA. She wore a Fancì Club two-piece set consisting of a black corset top adorned with pale-pink bows and a matching miniskirt. She finished the ensemble with coordinating opera gloves, black platform heels, and Wolford knee-high stockings.

Sydney Sweeney Wearing Barbiecore at the MTV Awards

Sweeney channelled her inner Barbie in this all-pink Miu Miu ensemble [28] on the MTV Movie & TV Awards red carpet on 5 June. She wore a low-rise crystal-encrusted miniskirt with a thigh slit closed by two leather belt buckles, a pale-pink georgette shirt with embroidery, and platform metallic heels.

Penélope Cruz Wearing Barbiecore at a Chanel Dinner

Cruz looked beautiful in a simple yet elegant pink Chanel maxi dress by Virginie Viard at a Tribeca Festival Artists dinner hosted by Chanel in New York City on 13 June. The floor-length design came etched with a subtle grid pattern and thick straps with buttons at the base. Cruz paired it with a matching hot-pink quilted clutch.

Millie Bobby Brown Wearing Barbiecore on "The Tonight Show"

Though her Raisa Vanessa outfit might have been purple, Brown looked identical to the timeless Barbie doll herself with her long blonde hair, pin-up style, off-the-shoulder feathered top, metallic latex pants, and platforms while being interviewed by Jimmy Fallon [29] on 13 May in NYC.


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