Coming off the heels of World of Barbie, the immersive, interactive experience where you can explore the life of Barbie at Square One, a Toronto-based cruelty-free and vegan brand is taking things one step further. The new Barbie X Hilary MacMillan collab is making your dream closet a reality inspired by everyone’s favourite [plastic] fashion icon.
Run, don’t walk to get your hands on the Canadian designer’s Shades of Pink Collection, which re-imagines 15 of its ready-to-wear looks with a fun and funky twist reminiscent of the Mattel toy’s iconic closet. Think bold colours, eye-catching patterns and ultra-feminine silhouettes that will turn heads, all available at the new pop-up at 131 Bloor St. W. in Yorkville.
“This capsule re-imagines our brand’s staples to channel the nostalgia of Barbie through generations past and cementing our vision in offering optimistic and dopamine dressing,” MacMillan said in a statement.
The pop-up has caught the eye of Barbie fans everywhere, with shoppers visiting the store in-person for the full Barbie experience.
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Bestsellers include the Hilary MacMillan trench coat, Barbie-ified in a bright fuchsia shade and complete with one wrap-style belt and one buckle-style belt for some variety in closure. The coat is also lightly rainproof and fully lined. If you’re looking for something a little cozier, than the faux fur teddy coat in bright pink might be more your speed. Featuring a custom Barbie Head Pin from Canadian designer Biko on the lapel, this statement piece will keep you looking like you stepped straight off the runway all winter long.
The pop-up store is a pink-all-over dream, and it’s made for all ages – the collection offers some items in kids’ sizes, including a mini Barbie trench coat, plaid skirt and cardigan for the parents looking to match with their child.
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Sizes in the collection range from extra small to 4XL and also come in kid’s sizes.
Hilary MacMillan previously launched a Barbie-inspired capsule collection with Hudson’s Bay in honour of the plastic doll’s 60th anniversary.
The collection launched on Aug. 11 and will be available until Sept. 30.
