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Louise Talbot

‘Barbiecore’: Why this is the trending celebrity pink fashion phenomenon ‘du jour’

Pretty in pink? Definitely. Celebs embrace new fashion trend Barbiecore in Rome this month. Photo: Getty

Since her unveiling at the New York Toy Fair in 1959, the Wisconsin-born plastic doll, Barbie, has been a fashion icon.

The companion of children the world over, she’s created pop culture trends wherever she goes with her inspirational accessories – from platform shoes to the Barbie bus and the Ken doll boyfriend.

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