Margot Robbie’s ‘Barbie’ fuels ‘Barbiecore’ interior design trend

At the moment’s householders are constructing out real-life Barbie Dreamhouses and never the plastic form.

The brand new “Barbiecore” development formally has hit inside design since making a latest look in superstar trend and popular culture.

As the general public anticipates the upcoming 2023 “Barbie” film — and the enduring Barbie Dreamhouse marks 60 years — the “Barbiecore” motion has made its method into house decor, in keeping with a Nationwide Affiliation of Realtors weblog.

Weblog author Melissa Dittman Tracey, a contributor to Realtor Journal, wrote concerning the aesthetic and the way it options playful designs, numerous colour and every part pink.

Tracey provided a number of design suggestions for anybody inquisitive about attempting the development at house.

As a substitute of Barbie’s signature bubblegum pink, she stated, householders are choosing a extra subdued, blush tone for his or her accent partitions and furnishings.

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The “Barbiecore” development is taking on inside design.
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Curved furnishings is a should for a “Barbiecore” house.
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Pink is the first colour in “Barbiecore” designs.
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Frilly house equipment can embrace gadgets like frill-edging mattress linens and tasseled lampshades, she stated.

The look additionally invitations small floral prints on linens and wallpaper, in addition to classic wall decor, akin to postcard trip prints and posters.

Furnishings with a curve is “a should” to emulate Barbie’s curvy Dreamhouse sofas and chairs — a furnishing development that is been scorching “in the true world,” Tracey stated.

Including equipment with a cloud-like fluff akin to doubled-up duvets or white and pastel sheepskin accents can enhance the aesthetic on beds and sofas, in keeping with the identical supply.

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Barbie’s dream home marked its 60-year anniversary.
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The “Barbiecore” aesthetic has gained reputation in anticipation of the upcoming “Barbie” film.
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