'Barbiecore' is all about embracing vibrant hues, particularly the doll's signature hot pink
Almost 65 years after it was first launched a Barbie mania seems to have gripped large parts of the world, centred around the release of Barbie, the film made by Greta Gerwig. The frenzy seems heightened due to the clash of titans as Barbie takes on another big production, Oppenheimer in the cinema theatres around the world.
‘Barbiecore’ is all about embracing vibrant hues, particularly the doll’s signature hot pink, in daily life. Barbie, the fashion doll is the figurehead of a brand of Mattel dolls and accessories, that was created by American businesswoman Ruth Handler and was first launched by the American toy company Mattel in 1959. It has come a long way since.
Timed with the film’s release, Barbiecore-inspired vacations are witnessing a boom, which involves trips that embrace the glamorous elements associated with Barbie doll and her world. This could involve visiting destinations or participating in activities that evoke the essence of Barbie’s fashionable lifestyle and vibrant aesthetics. It also includes trailing through Barbie’s history of significant milestones across the world. India Outbound collates a list of destinations Barbie-fans can explore.
Switzerland
Tracing back to March 1959, Ruth Handler first spotted German toy doll Bild Lilli, in what was to become an inspiration for Barbie, in Switzerland
Not many may know that Barbie owes existence to a trip to Switzerland. Tracing back to March 1959, Ruth Handler, wife of American businessman Elliot Handler who partnered with Harold ‘Matt’ Matson to create the Mattel company, first spotted a doll here which was going to serve as an inspiration for the birth of Barbie.
With its stately Swiss vista, Château de Chillon, located on the shores of Lake Geneva near Montreux, is one of Switzerland’s most stunning architectural marvels that could make visitors feel like they have stepped into a Barbie princess story.
USA
Barbie Dreamhouse Experience in Florida offered an interactive exhibits for visitors to explore
Officially the mastermind behind Barbie, Handler launched the doll at the American International Toy Fair in New York. While it was open, the Barbie Dreamhouse Experience in Florida offered an interactive exhibit where visitors could explore life-size Barbie-themed rooms. So is the immersive interactive art installation in Candytopia or the various Palm Springs resorts in California, which is nothing short of a Barbiecore aesthetic pink dream. Known for its vibrant art deco buildings and lively nightlife, Miami offers a playful and colourful atmosphere that complements the Barbiecore style.
China
Shanghai offers many a vibrant & cosmopolitan atmosphere perfect for Barbiecore-inspired vacation
While Barbie was born in the USA, not a single unit has ever been produced in its home country. Barbies are made in Asia and not surprisingly China is the world’s largest Barbie manufacturer. In China, visitors can find various destinations and activities that might inspire a Barbie-themed travel experience. As one of China’s most fashionable cities, Shanghai offers a vibrant and cosmopolitan atmosphere perfect for a Barbiecore-inspired vacation. Likewise, Hainan offers beautiful beaches, luxury resorts, and a tropical setting, perfect for a glamorous beach vacation inspired by Barbie’s love for the ocean.
France
Toulouse is dotted with architecture in various shades of pink owing to construction with terracotta tiles
The ‘City of Love’ Paris exudes romance and elegance, with its charming streets, chic cafes and high-end fashion boutiques, making it an excellent choice for a Barbiecore-inspired vacation. From the colour of French aristocracy to the hues of rebellion, Barbiecore-pink comes alive in France. In southwest France, Toulouse is dotted with architecture in various shades of pink owing to construction with terracotta tiles.
Greece
Elafonissi on the largest island in Greece, Crete, is one of the most well-known pink beaches
With its stunning pastel-coloured architecture, breath-taking sunsets, and glamorous boutique hotels, Santorini exudes a sense of elegance and luxury that aligns with the Barbiecore aesthetic. Elafonissi on the largest island in Greece, Crete, is one of the most well-known pink beaches in the entire world. The vibrancy of the blush-coloured sand is dependent on the tides, the season and the light, and is only seen down by the water’s edge.
