In Our Barbie Core Era: What You’ll Need for This Summer’s Hot Pink Renaissance

Move over, LBD. This summer it’s all about the Little Pink Dress. (And make it Hot Pink for good measure.) This Samba Dress from Revolve boasts a unique silhouette and signature halterneck. The asymmetric hem also adds a fun and flattering touch to this eye-catching number.

If you gravitate more towards Barbie Ballerina vibes, this Petal Coco Scoop Bodysuit will take you from your workout class to pink mimosas. The soft feminine rose pink color looks amazing under jeans or shorts or can be worn by itself during a relaxing evening at home. It’s available in both brief and thong varieties in six flattering colors.

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Channel retro Barbie vibes at the beach this summer with this pink palm print set from Lively. You can rest easy knowing that it’s made of eco-friendly fabric and built with adjustable features and closures that make it easy for you to show off your best features comfortably.

Stand tall with these pink Annie Platform Sandals from Larroude. The satin pink color works well in combination with almost any color (at least we think so) but consider matching them with a pink mini dress. This open-toe beauty comes with adjustable straps as well as supportable and durable leather soles.

Rock the pool parties and music festivals this summer with colorful hair clips that will get you major compliments. This collaboration between Kitsch and Barbie features our favorite doll’s trademark colors plus fun patterns perfect for the summer. We also love that these clips are also designed to work for all hair types and lengths.

Pink is an amazing color thanks to how versatile it can be in living spaces. And you don’t need to rent a luxury Airbnb in Palm Springs to get Barbie dreamhouse vibes in your own bedroom. This Premium Bamboo Duvet Cover from Sunday Citizen, for example, helps transform your bedroom into a luxury hotel room. Made from sustainable and breathable materials, this premium duvet cover is soft to the touch and machine washable.

This Velvet Scalloped Chair is great for making you feel like a posh movie star – even if you’re just getting ready for another day at work. Elegant and soft, this statement chair is a great addition to any room without overwhelming the rest of your decor. This comfortable chair features a unique scalloped back design and a rubberwood frame and tapered-wooden legs.

Adding pops of pink in your kitchen has never been easier thanks to this mixing bowl set from Cravings by Chrissy Teigen. Available in an assortment of perfectly-pink colors, these mixing bowls are great for serving dishes at brunch parties or mixing your favorite pancakes on #SelfCareSunday. All three mixing bowls come with silicone lids.

This fun collaboration between beloved rug brand Ruggable and Barbie features fun designs fit for a dollhouse. And if you love subtle feminine touches in your home, your space will love this Dreamworld Ivory & Pink rug that will look great in kitchens, offices, or bedrooms. Available in various sizes in both ‘area’ and ‘runner’ options.

Store your favorite items (or hide clutter) in this Mustard Midi Locker, which is available in this perfectly-pink color. Unique and fun, this storage piece can be used in your entryway, office, or even your closet. This berry-colored locker also comes with adjustable shelves, built-in locks, and air vents to help keep your favorite items safe and protected.

Host your special events in style with this Berry eco-friendly table setting. This set comes with matching compostable dinner and salad plates, and utensils. Plus, guest and cocktail napkins featuring a matching scalloped design. Made of eco-friendly materials, these plates are compostable and manage to feel sturdy and durable while looking elegant.

Hosting is fun...but let's face it: it's also exhausting. When you're ready to hit the road for a little R&R holiday, do so in style with July's Carry On in their newly launched and just-in-time Blush pink colorway. July is beloved by our EIC Scott Silver, designed to hold the maximum amount that’s allowed inside the cabin with you and even comes with an ejectable battery approved for flying across all major airlines.

Remember how you used to paint your Barbie doll’s hair with markers? Now you can do it to your own hair. But now with gentle and easy-to-use Shade Stix from Hally Hair. It’s as easy as twisting off the wand and swiping the color directly on your hair for bright pigmented strands throughout the entire music festival or day out in the sun. Available in eight fun colors, but we’re big fans of this bright electric pink shade.

This fragrance bottles up everything that there is to love about warmer months. From fresh honeysuckle to sweet jasmine, you’ll find yourself reaching for this scent when you need that boost of confidence. Housed in a stunning hot pink bottle, this fragrance boasts lily of the valley, Italian bergamot and lemon sfuma.

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You can’t have a hot-girl Barbie summer without the right nails. And if you can’t get to the salon with a busy schedule, you’ll need the right polish collection at your fingertips. The Nikki Beach shade from MiniLuxe encompasses shades of purple, pink, blue, and subtle metallics that shine under the sun. Vegan and cruelty-free, this polish is long-lasting and EWG-certified.

Plump your pout with this Pinkgasm Lip Gloss from Charlotte Tilbury. This new formula features a pearlescent shine that offers all the dramatic shine you need with none of the stickiness. Available in two perfectly-pink shades.

I used to draw blush on my Barbies with crayons but thankfully there are better alternatives these days. Especially the BeachPlease Luminous Tinted Balm from Tower 28. This multi-purpose rosy nude balm will help you achieve the perfect sun-kissed glow and can be used on lips, eyes, and cheeks.

And remember: No matter what shade of pink you choose to implement into your lifestyle, each shade (from innocent sweet pastels to sultry hot pinks) can help level up your summer.

In addition to being Barbie's trademark color, pink is flattering on all skin tones. That's why we love this dusty pink lipstick from Nabila K, which glides on easily and adds a natural sheen to even the most summer-chapped lips. This high-gloss formula is long-lasting and infused with non-toxic ingredients and nourishing oils.

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