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It's been nearly a year since the release of Greta Gerwig's iconic Barbie movie starring Margot Robbie as Barbie, and the world still hasn't forgotten the vibrant, unapologetic spirit of our favorite fashion doll.
The film's success re-sparked an interest in all things Barbie in the hearts of many. Who doesn't love Barbie's timeless style and unwavering confidence?
With many shades of pink, the Barbie aesthetic has taken the world by storm, inspiring individuals to embrace their inner Barbie doll and fearlessly express themselves.
As we find ourselves midway through spring and ready to embrace the warmth and fun of summer, it's the perfect time to unleash your inner Barbie and elevate your everyday look to Status: Pink.
In this post, we'll explore 9 too-cute Barbie-inspired hairstyles for you to try or just admire!
Whether you've been a lifelong Barbie enthusiast or are simply seeking a dose of fashion-forward inspiration, have fun browsing these looks. Let's keep the Barbie craze alive another year!
Grab Your Curling Iron: Easy Barbie Hairstyles to Live Your Best Doll Life
1. Margot Robbie as Barbie: Luscious Side Ponytail
We love Margot Robbie as Barbie in this iconic look from the movie. Learn how to get this hairstyle below!
Get the look: Start with long hair or extensions. Use a large curling iron or hot rollers to create voluminous curls. Finger comb curls gently for a soft, cascading wavy look with lots of movement and body. Hairspray into place. Sweep hair to one side and tie into a ponytail with a hot pink skinny scrunchie, leaving a few face-framing pieces out. Accessorize with an oversized hat.
2. Glossy Waves With a Hot Pink Ribbon
Looking for easy Barbie hairstyles? Look no further. This look features sleek bouncy hair styled in voluminous waves with an adorable hair ribbon.
Get the look: Create loose waves with a large-barreled curling iron. Then simply tie a pink silk hair ribbon around your head, pushing bangs and all hair back and away from your face. Snap a pic for Instagram and tag Barbie.
Looking for more hot pink hair accessories? Check out this hot pink silk oversized scrunchie!
3. Braided Wrapped High Ponytail
Well if it isn't Barbie herself! This iconic Barbie hairstyle features a high ponytail with a perfectly smooth, straight hairline.
Get the look: Apply a shine serum to wet hair, then blow dry straight. Clip in extensions if desired. Leaving one piece loose, secure hair into a high ponytail at the crown of the head with a skinny silk scrunchie. Braid the loose piece of hair, then wrap around the base of the ponytail, securing the loose end with bobby pins. (Alternatively, you can use a synthetic hair wrap or clip-in extension for the braided wrap).
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4. Barbie Aesthetic Super-High Pony With Faux Side Bang
We love all the girlies embracing the Barbie aesthetic and trying out sleek, Barbie hairstyles like this one. Perfect for a fun twist on everyday elegance.
Get the look: For an easy Barbie hairstyle, start with clean, blown-out hair, adding a shine serum. Divide a piece of hair at the front with a deep side part, then flat iron this section to be extra smooth. Secure it behind your ear with a bobby pin to create a "side bang" look. Create a ponytail with your hair directly on top of your head, leaving a piece to wrap around the base. Use a heat protectant, then flat iron the ponytail's length until shiny. Brush the lengths so that it falls forward in front of your shoulders.
5. Pink Hair Bow Space Buns
This look may be a little trickier to achieve, but it's giving Barbie meets Cardi B and we're here for it.
Get the look: Dye your hair pink—it's okay we'll wait. Alternatively, don a pink lace-front wig. Now, part hair down the middle, clipping one section aside for now. Follow this tutorial on creating hair bows. Add rhinestone flower hair twists. Watch your friends be amazed.
6. Chic High Pigtails With Bows
We love easy Barbie hairstyles like this one! We also appreciate the vintage pin-up vibes. Styling this look is easy—see below.
Get the look: Blow dry with a round brush, then curl with a large-barreled curling iron (don't forget a heat protectant. Part hair slightly off to the side, then create two high pigtails, securing with a clear hair tie behind near the top of your ear. To add volume, use hairspray and a back-combing technique on the lengths of the pigtails. Accessorize with red bows or silk scrunchies. Smooth bangs to the side.
7. Loose Waves With Pink Headband
This pink Barbie style is too pretty, we can hardly stand it!
Get the look: To get this style, you'll first need to create loose waves. Start with damp hair, french braid (one braid or two pigtails), then let air dry. Undo the braiding and finger comb. You can also create the waves look using a .75" curling iron, then brushing. Then, push hair back with a pink knotted headband, like this silk one from Blissy. Take pictures and look fine.
8. Half-Up Space Buns With Crimped Hair
If you want to look like Barbie in her e-girl era, try this Barbie hairstyle. Make sure to take lots of photos and post your version!
Get the look: Start with second-day hair to achieve more volume for this styling idea. Part hair down the middle. Then, using a fine-toothed comb, split hair from your part to your ear on either side, securing with clips. Further separate two small pieces to leave out of the buns and clip out of the way. Gather the main front pieces, brush smooth, twist, and secure into two space buns. Use a crimping iron on the rest of your hair, crimping from your roots to your ends. Mist with light hold hairspray to manage with flyaways. Extra points if you use temporary pink dye to complete this hairstyle.
9. Weird Barbie Hairstyle
Last but not least, but certainly the weirdest—we present to you the "Weird Barbie" hairstyle.
Get the look: You can achieve this look (hopefully for a costume party, and not, say, a date or your niece's First Communion) if you have a long pixie or cropped hairstyle. Use temporary dye or hair chalk to add highlights of pink and purple to your hair. Apply gel and style hair straight up. Draw on your forehead with eyeliner to complete the look, then bust out the splits when people least expect it. Make sure to use plenty of shampoo and conditioner to wash everything out when you're done wearing this Barbie hairstyle.
All The Hair Accessories You'll Ever Need From Blissy
Step up your Barbie hairstyle with Blissy's exquisite collection of 100% mulberry silk hair accessories. Our range includes scrunchies, ribbons, hair pieces, and bonnets, available in a spectrum of pinks—from Hibiscus's vibrant hot pink to the subtle elegance of Rose Gold and the playful swirls of Pink Tie-Dye.
Silk's smooth texture reduces friction, helping to prevent breakage and prolong the vibrancy of your hairstyle. Treat your hair to the luxurious touch of silk and keep your look fresh longer. Visit Blissy now to find the perfect pink accessory for every occasion!
