Barbiecore is well ahead of next year’s release of the live-action “Barbie” movie and the 60th anniversary of the old girl’s Dreamhouse (1979’s house is the best).
Where there’s Barbie, there’s pink. Bright pink.
Dayna Isom Johnson, trend spotter for Etsy, says the hue is everywhere this year and plays into a broader trend for the holidays: everything is happy and bright.
“Everyone’s going crazy over fiery reds, which are really just various shades of pink,” she says.
Etsy, a global marketplace for handmade goods from independent sellers, saw a 34 percent increase in searches for trendy pink fashion items last year.
Valentino showed a colorful collection on the pink runway in March. laQuan Smith, Christian Siriano and Tom Ford showed pink in September. serena Williams wore it in the front row at Michael Kors. Paris Hilton closed the Versace show with her signature color pink. lizzo also wore it often, and many Barbie-like shades of pink rocked the Met Gala.
Pink gemstones
Pink sapphires, rose quartz, star rubies, rose faience, red tourmaline, pink tourmaline and – last but not least – pink diamonds. If you are looking for pink in a gemstone, there are many options, but perhaps none more special than the diamond hue. Back in 2002, when Ben Affleck first proposed to Jennifer Lopez, he chose a pink diamond from Harry Winston. Pink diamonds are both rare and expensive, so a smaller stone may be all that is needed. There are also pink opals, pink Malayan garnets, and pink topazes. I could go on.
Pink Wearables
If a runway set isn’t in your budget, how about getting some more affordable wearable pink pops?
Good American brands have a lot to offer. A skinny corduroy for $120, a leather aviator jacket for $175 and a tight mid-length dress for $99. Pink leather scarves, short, long-sleeved V-neck college sweaters, jumpsuits, leggings, rugby shirts, pocket T-shirts. The company has thought of it all. Go to GoodAmerican.com.
Koral sells a short jumpsuit in pink and black, perfect for Barbie workouts. 121 U.S. dollars.
For $1,890, Alexander McQueen Holiday Collection Skull Four Ring Pink Clutch, or other cheaper handbags.
Pink is made for parties. Giuseppe Zanotti makes these velvet pink ultra-high Bebe waterproof platform sandals. $1,050 at GiuseppeZanotti.com. Stuart Weitzman’s XCurve Crystal 100 mules are well on trend. $595 at StuartWeitzman.com.
How about a pink cloud slide for $19.99?
Pink Holiday Decorations
You can use Barbie dolls as holiday decorations for gift-givers.
Etsy seller Plush Fiber Craft Co. has a pom-pom door wreath in bright colors, including pink, for $76.28. Another seller, Schemata, sold a hand-painted glass ornament with pink swirls for $27.50. How about a pink artificial tree? They’re everywhere, including Home Depot online.
Miscellaneous Pink
So much pink, so little shopping time.
Etsy seller Haydaysy offers a pair of vintage pink coffee mugs for $30.
Target’s kitchen is full of pink, from Brentwood’s mini donut and cupcake makers (less than $50 each) to Keurig’s 100 disposable K-cup lids for $15.95. Will Barbie save the planet?
