Wanna be a Barbie girl, just living in a Barbie world? With Barbiemania reaching its peak ahead of Greta Gerwig’s live action movie’s release on July 21, we’d be the last to blame you.
Hype for the movie has taken over, inspiring everything from candy pink tech, fashion and interiors. Brands big and small are spotlighting some of their best selling products in the doll’s iconic colour as we all embrace the playfulness of Barbie.
Be in no doubt - this summer, think pink.
You can even stay in a life-sized version of Barbie’s dreamhouse in - where else? - Malibu, California. The hot pink AirBnB listing, hosted by Ken, promises to make guests the star of the show across three stories, including a pool - and a slide to get to it, of course. Bookings for the mansion opens at 10am Pacific time on July 17 for two one-night stays for two people on July 21 and 22.
Naturally, competition will be fierce for such an incredible experience, but with the right pieces you can recreate the effect for yourself at home - minus the L.A air fare.
According to B&Q, sales of pink paint have shot up by a whopping 115 per cent since the release of the movie’s trailer, as fans attempt to recreate the look - on whatever scale - for themselves. If you’re not quite ready to give your walls a full Toy Land makeover, furniture and home accessories are an easy, low-commitment way to join the Barbiecore bandwagon.
There are plenty of fabulously pink options for every room of the house. They can be found across price points too, so there’s something for everyone.
Scroll on to find the best furniture and homeware to turn your home into a Barbie dream one.
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MAISON BALZAC Prawn Cocktail Platter
The Australian brand loves to play with its dinnerware. Case in point, this platter made from hand blown borosilicate glass that's been finished with a pair of sculpted glass prawns on either side.
Buy now £175.00, Koibird
Rockett St George Gold & Pink Stripy Disco Ball
Few maximalist homes are complete without a mirror ball, but Rockett St George takes it a step further with coloured discs on the orb for an even more playful party vibe. Make it all the more surprising by suspending it in the kitchen or bathroom.
Buy now £55.00, Rockett St George
DUSK Bouclé Sofa Cushion Cover 50cm X 50cm - Off White
A fat cushion made for cuddling on the sofa or propping up against while watching the latest box set is a wonderful thing. What’s more wonderful? A generously sized bouclé cushion cover like this option from bedding brand DUSK, which extends an open invitation to sit and recline in superior comfort.
Buy now £8.00, DUSK
Bomoya Store Scallop Shell Sofa Bed Cushion
When you can’t get to the beach, evoke daydreams of the coast with this fabulous statement shell cushion. It comes in pink-adjacent shades of red and blush as well as the electrifying shade itself.
Buy now £16.99, Amazon
Dunelm Skylar Mongolian Faux Fur Small Lounger - Blush
It doesn’t have to be hot pink everything. Embrace Barbiecore’s softer side with this blush-coloured lounger, covered in Mongolian faux fur. The bean bag chair makes an excellent occasional seat for the bedroom or living room.
Buy now £79.00, Dunelm
M&S COLLECTION Summer Mains Neon Light
It’s always summer in Barbie’s world. If you’re looking for a way to brighten up your walls without cracking open a tin of paint, this fun neon light is perfect. It plugs into mains power and comes with a wall mounting kit to make installation a breeze.
Buy now £35.00, M&S
SO’HOME Saharsa Linen Bed with Scalloped Upholstered Headboard
Barbie knows the importance of beauty sleep, and this bed takes the concept to a whole new level. The grand design is upholstered in a sublime blush pink linen fabric, complete with a statement headboard. With a look like this, sweet dreams are all but guaranteed. Available in king size only.
Buy now £405.30, La Redoute
Pooky 30cm empire shade
If you only want to dip a toe into Barbiecore, a simple change can give a subtle effect. Nod to the trend by swapping lampshades for Pooky’s version which features a hot pink scallop hand-painted trim around the rim. It’s available in sizes from 16cm to 35cm.
Buy now £57.00, Pooky
AMUSE LA BOUCHE Stripe-print scalloped-edge linen cushion cover
Give beds and sofas a splash of colour with this fun cushion in clashing stripes of pink and red. It’s Barbie’s favourite colour palette but with a suitably grown up twist. Measures 45cm x 45cm.
Buy now £76.00, Selfridges
Mustard Made Skinny Blush Pink Storage Locker
With so many accessories, Barbie knows the importance of storage - but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Keep clutter locked away in this soft pink metal cupboard, which comes with a removable hanging rail, adjustable shelves and hooks to keep things neat and tidy. Tall and slim, it measures 183 x 35 x 46cm and promises to make the most of empty corners.
Buy now £289.00, Oliver Bonas
SO’HOME Large Martini Side Table with Glass Top in a Pink Gold Finish
Sure, Barbie is a kid’s toy at heart, but that doesn’t mean you can’t channel her undeniable sense of glamour into your home. So’Home has just the thing with this chic side table. Perfect for displaying fresh flowers from your Ken or dipping cocktails as you daydream of Malibu, the gold-coloured base and tinted glass top looks great from every angle.
Buy now £141.75, La Redoute
SELETTI Toiletpaper lipstick-print wood and metal chair 86cm
The Italian homewares brand is famous for its eye-popping designs, and this chair is textbook. Part of the Toiletpaper collab, the lipstick theme makes it the perfect addition to dressing tables.
Buy now £520.00, Selfridges
Luxurious Velvet Sofa Slipcover for 2 3 4 Seater
A sofa cover is a superb hack for giving your living room’s centrepiece a whole new look, and all without shelling out for a new model. This one will fit over a 2 - 4 seater and in a soft plush fabric that’s made for snuggling up in.
Buy now £36.88, Amazon
Canora Grey Sager 4 Seater Upholstered Sofa
If you’re anywhere near as popular as Barbie, you’ll need plenty of space to host friends when they come over. This fabulous upholstered sectional sofa has space for everyone to sit comfortably. Built on a solid wood frame, the seat cushions are removable too, making them easy to clean.
Buy now £799.99, Wayfair
