65 Years of Barbie: Mark the Occasion in Style
This March marks 65 years since Barbie first entered the toy scene. In some shape or form, Barbie has sentimentality for us all, as a figure that encouraged us to be anything and anyone we want to be. The adult doll helped children all over the world envision their futures, not only as grown women but also as professionals. For over 6 decades, Barbie has shown young children that they can be anything they want to be; Judge Barbie, Astronaut Barbie, and Nurse Barbie showed us that!
The sensation has grown even further thanks to the live-action movie, bringing the character to a whole new generation.
Celebrations this year focused on sharing stories of empowerment, shaping the futures of children everywhere and contributing to changing the relationship between child and doll forever. Barbie is not just a toy, but a role model.
This Barbie Day, we want to help you celebrate in style by sharing our favourite items available on the market for fans of any age (because the 'suitable for ages 3 years and up' rating applies to everyone!). You can grab all of these products from Matalan!
Pyjamas
Snuggle up in style in these super cute Barbie pyjamas, perfect for curling up at home and streaming the movie with your gal pals (or mini me’s).
This nightie is perfect for lounging at home. The simple design radiates fun with the iconic Barbie motif repeated on the front. This is available in both adult and child sizes, perfect for a night in with your favourite snacks!
Remember, "Every night is girls' night!".
Drift off into Barbie-filled dreams in this super-soft nightie, ranging from £9-£13!
This satin short set is perfect for injecting a little luxury into the wardrobe of your little fashionista! The satin material makes this set as comfortable as it is stylish, providing that classic Barbie pop of pink they are guaranteed to love!
Available for ages 4-11, this set is currently £13.00!
Hoodies
Battle the unpredictable UK weather in these stylish hoodies from Matalan. No matter your age or style, there's a hoodie for every Barbie fan!
This iconic hot-pink hoodie is the perfect way to celebrate your love for the world-famous doll at any age! Featuring the logo across the chest, it may not be subtle, but it is comfortable, and made with premium quality fabric for a stylish yet casual look!
For £21.00, this is something any Barbie fan needs in their wardrobe!
Your little one will love this slogan hoodie, keeping them cosy while also sporting the Barbie logo! The subtle pink hue is contrasted with the sparkle of the logo design, perfect for adding that extra bit of glamour to your child's outfit. It is empowering, functional, and fashionable; what more could you want?
They really will be 'Living the Dream Life' in this statement piece for £12.00.
T-shirts
Looking for the perfect way to add a bit of Barbie to your outfit? Matalan has a great range of t-shirts, not just for the Barbies in your life, but for the Kens, too! With designs ranging from bold and vibrant to subtle and stylish, there's a t-shirt for every style!
Love Barbie but don't love the colour pink? This black slogan t-shirt is the perfect compromise featuring a two-tone pink and white logo pattern on a soft black t-shirt. Thanks to its simplicity, it's a versatile piece that can be added to any wardrobe. And for £12.00, it's a bargain, too!
Want to inject some Kenergy into your child's wardrobe? This 'Be More Ken' t-shirt is the answer! This navy t-shirt is perfect for the little Kens in your life, featuring a humorous slogan from the movie, this couldn't be more on-trend!
This t-shirt is available in ages 3-15 years for £8.00!
This Barbie hands t-shirt is the perfect homage to the theme of this year's Barbie Day: empowerment. The heart-shaped design features an array of hands at the centre, showcasing various skin tones that celebrate diversity and inclusivity with the instantly recognisable logo at the centre.
You can get this t-shirt in adult and child sizes, from £7.00-£12.00.
Home accessories
Looking for the best way to add a splash of glam to your child's bedroom? Look no further! Matalan have a great range of doll-inspired homeware.
Make sure they drift off to Barbie-filled dreams with this duvet set. This pink single duvet set is emblazoned with repeating images of the fashionista in different outfits; it is even reversible!
This is priced at £18.00 for the duvet cover and matching pillowcase!
Furnish their room with this super cute Barbie figure cushion! This would make the perfect accessory in a Barbie fan's decor (it even matches the bedding we highlighted above!).
For £9.00, this reversible cushion would make the perfect gift for your little one's room!
Sick of finding random Barbie shoes and stray outfits around the house? These storage boxes are the perfect way to organise your little one's doll collection while keeping up with their stylish decor!
Made from high-quality, durable materials, these storage boxes are built to last and withstand wear and tear, ensuring toys are accessible to little hands!
You can grab these two boxes for £12.00!
These products are a great way to add a splash of everyone's favourite toy into your outfit and home. Barbie Day isn't just about the products you wear or the items you own, but ensuring that your little ones know they are more than just Ken (and Barbie) and have the potential to be anything they want to be!