Barbie Turns 60 This Year In Outfits Designed By Local Creatives
And she looks better than ever
Barbie has been a girl's childhood favourite for decades; she's stood the test of time and continues to inspire young girls worldwide to pursue all of their dreams.
Now, Barbie has officially hit the big 6-0 and to celebrate the occasion she's teamed up with Singapore Tourism Board (STB) for a first-ever collaboration, which features the works of 18 local creatives and design brands. For the showcase, our homegrown artists and designers were put to the test to create groundbreaking outfits for Barbie inspired by Singapore's culture, street culture or other unique ideas.
Scroll through our gallery to get a sneak peek at some of the iconic looks that are currently on display at *SCAPE (#02-14) from now till 30th November.
The 60th Anniversary Doll Showcase by Barbie® and Singapore Tourism Board runs from 10:30 am – 10:30 pm daily. Admission is free.
Address: Level 2 at *SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link, Singapore 237978
Drawing inspiration from Singapore's orchid, Vanda Miss Joaquim, the Barbie doll outfit designed by fashion designer and stylist Josiah Chua pays tribute to Singapore’s reputation as the Garden City.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
Jian Yang, Barbie doll and toy collector, creates a Barbie's outfit with wrapped pieces of brown paper to celebrate the local food culture.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
Onlewo’s Barbie incorporate outfits with signature fabric prints and patterns that pay homage to Singapore’s rich and diverse culture.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
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Onlewo’s Barbie dolls incorporate outfits with signature fabric prints and patterns that pay homage to Singapore’s rich and diverse culture. Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
Accessory artist Heng Kang Yong’s creation makes use of upcycled and
unconventional materials to construct Barbie's gown.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
Chee Sau Fen, a designer of sustainable hat brand's Heads of State Millinery displays the outfits he's created for Barbie's 60th Anniversary.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
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Chee Sau Fen, a designer of sustainable hat brand's Heads of State Millinery displays the outfits he's created for Barbie's 60th Anniversary.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
Founder of Sole Superior, Dexter Tan designs an outfit for Barbie based around the popular local delicacy, Chicken Rice.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
Amos Ananda Yeo draws inspiration from his own streetwear label in his designs for Barbie's 60th Anniversary outfit ensembles.
Photo: Mattel Southeast Asia
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