With names like Giorgio Armani, Christian Dior and the late Oscar de la Renta having all designed exclusively for her, Barbie is a fashion icon. At various moments throughout her history, she has polarized the landmark moments in fashion, lifestyle and most importantly, the journey of the modern woman.
Since hitting the fashion scene in New York in 1959, Barbie has racked up one of the biggest wardrobes in the world. She has collaborated with over 70 top name fashion designers, worn over one billion pairs of shoes, and has more than 150 careers listed on her resume. This season, we’ll see the return of one of Barbie’s most recognised, timeless looks re-released as a limited edition doll for a new generation of young girls exclusively through Myer. The original outfit donned by the ambitious blonde – the monochrome striped swimsuit – will be available for a limited time for young and old alike to purchase through the Australian department store.
For five and half decades, Barbie has been the trend-setter with each look reflecting the pinnacle of fashion for its time. At every turn, she has embraced and defined the fashionista spirit, beginning numerous beauty trends and, in the process, has taught young girls the world over to celebrate their uniqueness and find their inner Barbie fashionista. From runway ready with Karl Lagerfeld to a casual dip in the iconic black and white striped bathing suit, Barbie truly has diversified the fashion scene and inspired women for over fifty years.
As we await Myer’s limited re-release of the original black and white swimsuit doll, Rescu. looks back on Barbie’s most fashionable looks over the years and the leading designers who have worked with her.