Pink, the colour of the season, is everywhere, on everyone, and of course, Barbie has a lot to answer for! The rise in popularity of pink products in stores and on our social media feeds is officially referred to as Barbiecore, with the release of the highly anticipated movie later this summer.

 

The iconic doll has been setting trends since the 50s with her pink aesthetic – that goes for everything in Barbie’s world, not just what she’s wearing.

 

BEAUTY:

 

Barbie inspired every shade of pink popping up all over the spring/summer catwalks, with makeup artists and designers taking inspiration from the original queen of pop culture.

Irish luxury makeup brand UP Cosmetics has a beautiful range of rose-tinted products to create the pink trend from lids to lips. The Pink Rosé cream blush (RRP €20.00) from UP Cosmetics is the perfect buildable rouge with a creamy consistency packed with pigment that allows you to add a flush of colour or go all-in on the blush trend. For a more editorial look, bring your blush high up on the temples or swipe over your lids for an updated makeup look.

 

Create the perfect pink pout with UP Cosmetics luxurious lipstick in Fate (RRP €20.00), a soft pink nude. The satin finish formula is buildable, moisturising, and comfortable to wear all day. Level up your lipstick for a sultry evening look with a layer of Up Cosmetics Como lipgloss (RRP €18.00).

 

The Hot Pink brush set from Blank Canvas Cosmetics (RRP €50.00) would most likely be found in Barbie’s personal makeup bag. The award-winning makeup brush set features four of the brand’s top-selling brushes to create a full glam makeup look worthy of Barbie herself! The Hot Pink set includes all the necessary tools to create a flawless and seamless makeup application and includes the F43 face brush, F41 tapered cheek brush, F36 round cheek/foundation brush, and the E01 round eye blender.

 

FASHION

Give your summer wardrobe an instant update and embrace the pink trend with a simple tee from Irish sustainable urban wear brand Human Collective available in two cute shades of pink and candy pink (RRP €35.00 each). The 100% organic cotton tee combines the timeless look of a crew neck with incredible comfort. Pair it with some retro bicycle shorts and roller skates, and you’re ready to enjoy summer fun! Cover up on chilly summer evenings with the lightweight, breathable, fitted crew in cream-pink melange (RRP €85.00).

 

Pack a pink punch with the latest collection of sustainable metallic leather tees from Irish designer Emma Manley. Dialing up the fun for this collection, Manley embraced pink more than ever and reimagined her hero style by creating the perfect bubblegum pink leather tee (RRP €275.00) to elevate any ensemble. Pair it with jeans, a mini skirt, or cropped trousers for a pretty pink look.

 

 

 

HAIR

Not only does the queen of pink adore her fashion and beauty she is also well known for her iconic blonde hair. New Irish eco-luxe haircare brand Hair Health Essentials has launched its inaugural Hair Growth Accelerating Collection, dedicated to replenishing hair and scalp postpartum (RRP €33.00). The 100% natural and vegan haircare range with pink Damask Rose offers a nourishing shampoo and conditioner to promote healthy, strong, and beautiful hair. Founded by Certified trichologist Clare Devereux, Hair Health Essentials is committed to using the best natural ingredients to provide effective solutions to relieve a range of hair and scalp concerns as well as calming the mind.

 

Blank Canvas Cosmetics available from www.blankcanvascosmetics.com

UP Cosmetics available from www.upcosmetics.com and www.boots.ie

Human Collective available from www.wearehumancollective.com

Emma Manley available from www.manley.ie

Hair Health Essentials available from www.hairhealthessentials.com