DID THE WORLD REALLY RUN OUT OF PINK PAINT? As any Barbie fan knows, life in plastic is fantastic — and also very pink.
So much so, in fact, that the makers of the top grossing live-action movie say they wiped out a company's entire global supply of one shade of it in production.
In 2023, the world witnessed a cinematic phenomenon that surprised both critics and audiences – the Barbie movie. The Barbie movie shattered box office records, amassing an astonishing $1.2 billion worldwide beating out even Oppenheimer. This makes it not only the highest-grossing film of the year but also one of the top-grossing movies in recent memory.
BUT WHY?
What started as a summer feel-good, fantasy romp has surpassed expectations with wicked satire and surprising depth that sparked conversation. It's not just a chick flick and this is why men should care. The Barbie movie, a riotous fantasy romp with sometimes laugh-out-loud moments not only emerged as the top-grossing film of the year, but it also inspired discussions on social implications for kids, women, men and the doll world/real world culture clash. It empowers children to dream big, women to break barriers, and men to redefine masculinity.
So, no surprise that Barbie theme parties and Barbie theme weddings are popping up everywhere. If there’s one thing Barbie loves, it’s an extravagant party.
HOW TO HOST A BARBIE PARTY
What to wear: Dressing up for a Barbie party theme is simple, put on all of your pink clothes! Accessorize your look with pink glasses, hair bows, and jewelry to recreate a Barbie doll look. Don’t forget shoes! And for guys, a touch of pink, aqua, neon or cowboy - imagination is all you need.
What to serve: Pink pasta, Malibu Barbie Cocktails, pink macaroons , watermelon and feta cheese picks - the choices are endless
DJ Dance Songs: How could you go wrong with the star studded line up of Dua Lipa , Nikki Minaj and Billie Eilish. Check this out: Barbie - Official Movie Soundtrack Playlist (2023)TOPSIFY 'Man I Am' by Sam Smith ‘Choose Your Fighter’ by Ava Max What Was I Made For?’ by Billie Eilish ‘Speed Drive’ by Charli XCX ‘Hey Blondie’ by Dominic Fike ‘Dance The Night’ by Dua Lipa ‘Barbie Dreams’ by Fifty Fifty featuring Kali ‘Butterflies’ by Gayle ‘Home’ by Haim ‘WATITI’ by Karol G featuring Aldo Ranks ‘Silver Platter’ by Khalid ‘Pink’ by Lizzo ‘Barbie World’ Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice (with Aqua) ‘Angel’ by PinkPantheress ‘I’m Just Ken’ by Ryan Gosling ‘Journey To The Real World’ by Tame Impala ‘Forever & Again’ by The Kid Laroi.
So go pink or go home. Have yourself a fabulous Barbie party and remember "Life in plastic, is fantastic!