AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — “On Wednesdays we wear pink,” or in this case, all summer, we wear pink! The fashion trend of this summer belongs to a color that shows empowerment and courage in different styles that have existed since the birth of the iconic Barbie.
Stars like Anne Hathaway, Zendaya and Megan Fox have fully embraced the “Barbiecore” trend as they show off their pink perfection on the streets and at premieres. Color goes beyond the vibrancy and sparkle of attitude that so many people have nurtured and embraced.
Scientists have speculated that the color pink does not exist but is simply different wavelengths of light reflecting off an object with the visible light breaking up into the colors of the rainbow. in sky. In its basic form, pink is simply a mixture of red and white.
That being said, the color pink can signify love, compassion, youth, and even good health, but many people see it as a charming color that could go perfectly with Christian Louboutin heels or a Versace bag. Some would say that pink can have negative connotations such as passivity, inexperience, or a shy personality.
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A pantsuit was often seen as a one-way fashion street, with women wearing them for practical reasons. The modernized pantsuit can symbolize ambition and can create striking fashion images that go beyond the “professional look”. Just add pink and the “Barbiecore” look is ignited.
Additionally, pink made its way into streetwear and loungewear thanks to the Juicy Couture velor tracksuit that Paris Hilton wore in the early 2000s. did it explode today?
The birth of “Barbiecore”
There may be a simple explanation for the term “Barbiecore” surfacing in the summer of 2022: Margot Robbie, with her long blonde locks and baby blue headband, smiling happily in a pastel pink car. 2023’s upcoming “Barbie” live-action movie was announced earlier this year with Robbie set to star as the versatile, opportunity-generating Barbie. Ryan Gosling, with his freshly bleached blonde hair, co-stars in the project as his partner Ken.
The paparazzi often caught the couple filming around Los Angeles dressed as their characters and laughing while roller-skating around Venice. The film will be written by Greta Gerwig and her partner Noah Baumbach with Gerwig set to direct the film.
Robbie explained in an interview with British Vogue that she understands the baggage that comes with playing the iconic figure.
“People usually hear ‘Barbie’ and think, ‘I know what this movie is going to be,’ and then they hear Greta Gerwig writing it and directing it, and they’re like, ‘Well, maybe I don’t. don’t know. …’ said Robbie.
#Barbiecore on TikTok has over 24 million views as well as a slew of videos that detail a “plastic life” lifestyle. This hashtag has become a popular trend on social media, with no mode of slowdown in sight.
Not only is the color trend seeping into fashion, but also into home decor. Hot pink sofas and pastel pink fridges put a modern twist on a vintage classic.
For example, the Trixie Motel, which will open its doors in early September and created by drag queen Trixie Mattel, will have visitors drowning in pink. The Palm Springs hotel features a fully decorated pink lounge as well as a pink pool, flamingo room and more.
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Barbie is often seen as the epitome of pink excellence as she epitomizes the versatile businesswoman with careers that change faster than a revolving door at the Four Seasons hotel.
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So where did the Barbie doll come from? The first Barbie was created in 1959 by Ruth Handler for her daughter Barbara and only in brunette or blonde. Ken was introduced in 1961 while the original African American Barbie and Ken were introduced in 1980.
The evolution of Barbie has grown tremendously with a diverse range of styles. But the color pink will have significant value for Barbie because it can make a person feel a connection to their childhood. It can make adults consider the shade which can bring back important memories whether good or bad.
All told, many people would consider a pink Barbie world a much-needed escape from the time-consuming difficulties of today’s world.