Barbiecore

aka Pinkcore, Dollcore

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"Life in plastic is fantastic"

A vibrant, hyper-feminine aesthetic centered around the iconic doll, dominated by hot pink and retro-kitsch elements.

Atmosphere

The sensory world of Barbiecore

Dream houses, pool parties, pink sunsets

Philosophy

Unapologetic joy and femininity

Who Lives Here

The character archetypes that embody Barbiecore

The Fashionista

The Optimist

What It Rejects

Barbiecore exists in opposition to:

Grittiness

Boring neutrals

Daily Rituals

The practices and behaviors that define this way of living

Dress-up parties

Matching accessories

Origin

Surged alongside the production and release of the Barbie movie, influenced by Valentino’s Pink PP collection.

Era

2022-2024

Regions

Los Angeles, Online, Global

Trend Score

60

Key Elements

Key Garments

  • Mini skirts
  • Platform heels
  • Faux fur jackets
  • Heart-shaped sunglasses
  • Pink power suits

Silhouettes

  • Bodycon
  • Form-fitting
  • Playful

Color Palette

An unapologetic explosion of pink and neon brightness

Primary Colors

Hot pink
Bubblegum pink

Secondary Colors

White
Sparkling silver

Accent Colors

Yellow
Turquoise

Key Brands

Valentino
luxurycore
Moschino
luxurycore
Zara
fast-fashionadjacent

Materials

LatexSatinPlasticFaux fur

Cultural Context

Hyper-femininity, nostalgic kitsch, satirical glamour

Associated Music

Bubblegum popHyperpopAqua

Core Relationships

Influenced By

Y2K
Camp

Influences

Barbie Doll
2000s Pop Culture
Grease

Related Cores

Coquette
Y2K
Last updated: January 17, 2026