Barbiecore mania takes over home décor with pink beds, bathrooms and even toilet paper
Under Barbiecore, inspired by the iconic, Mattel doll Barbie, people are using a bold pink colour palette to decorate every corner of their homes.
Imagine visiting a house that is painted pink from top to bottom - and then stepping in and seeing more of the same colour even inside. A house that has pink walls, pink flooring and even has furniture that's all pink. 'Barbiecore' is a trend from the fashion world that's made its way into the world of interior design as well. Under this trend, people are using a bold pink colour palette to decorate every corner of their homes.

What is Barbiecore?
As the name clearly indicates Barbiecore is a viral fashion trend inspired by Barbie. The fad phenomenon has been on a rise since 2022. In fact several Bollywood and Hollywood celebrities too showcased their Barbicore style by dressing up in all pink. Currently, the trend is slowly claiming its presence in the world of interior designing.
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How does an all pink home look like?
If you're wondering what an all pink home could look like, look no further than Instagram page House Of Adora which often shares pictures and videos of houses following the Barbiecore trend. Just like this post that shows the inside of a pink vintage camper. A series of images shows the bold use of pink throughout the interiors - the bathtub, the chair cushion, the bed and even the teddy bear kept on it - all pink.
Here's a video that shows a person using napkins, paper towels and even toilet paper rolls that are, wait for it, pink:
Check out this image of a pink bathroom in a home in Chicago:
Would you like to be a resident of this pink house?
“A much-welcomed mood-booster after the last few years, ‘Barbiecore’ is all about embracing vibrant hues – particularly the doll’s signature hot pink — in everyday life. And with many nostalgic for simpler, sunnier, and more carefree times, it only makes sense that this ‘80s-inspired, unapologetically pink aesthetic is taking center stage as the ‘it’ style of the moment,” Etsy Trend Expert, Dayna Isom Johnson told Harper's Bazaar.
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The craze for Barbiecore - whether in fashion or home decor - is further fueled by the highly-anticipated upcoming film Barbie. Slated to premiere on July 21, the film features Margot Robbie, playing the role of the iconic Mattel doll Barbie and Ryan Gosling, essaying the role of Ken.
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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