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All The Must-See Barbiecore Nails From The 'Barbie' Press Tour
Who better to serve up Barbiecore nail inspo than the cast themselves?
It's Barbie's world and we're just living in it. With the film set to premiere this month, it seems like life as we know it has been given the Barbie makeover; from fashion collabs with Gap, Beis luggage, Aldo and Superga footwear, plus beauty partnerships with OPI and an extravagant, limited-time-only AirBNB takeover in L.A (yes, you can actually stay in the Dream House), the Barbie movie is proving that nothing is quite as fantastic as life in hot pink.
While the film's PR team is clearly working overtime, the behind-the-scenes glam team is working even harder to make sure the stars' red carpet appearances go above and beyond your run-of-the-mill press tour. Starring as Barbie herself, Margot Robbie's been channeling a different Barbie for each red carpet, with impressive pieces by the likes of Versace and Schiaparelli, all thoughtfully styled by Andrew Mukamal, while hairstylist Bryce Scarlett and make-up artist Pati Dubroff are the dream duo behind Robbie's picture perfect Barbie make-up looks.
The success of Robbie's looks is all in the details; from the sheer pink handkerchief she held alongside her glittering black Schiaparelli gown to yes, the designs on her nails. Throughout the press tour, Robbie's sported a sparkly fuchsia manicure with silver shimmers, a micro French tip to match her earrings, a graphic printed design to mirror her Emilio Pucci piece and a dual-toned pink manicure for the South Korean premiere. Nail artists Tom Bachik, Cho, Jocelyn Petroni and Betina Goldstein have all been on call to ensure Robbie's tips are on top form.
At the recent screening in L.A, the rest of the Barbie crew - from America Ferrera to Hari Nef - delivered their own stunning Barbie-approved manicures that include plenty of shine and yes, a whole lotta pink.
Ahead, every Barbiecore manicure to try this summer and beyond...
Dripping In Diamonds Barbie
To match the teardrop embellishments on actor Nicola Coughlan's icy silver dress, London-based nail artist Michelle Class added tiny diamantes in the centre of star designs on Coughlan's tips. The chrome pink base lends extra shimmer to the look.
Minimalist Barbie
For the first day of the film's press tour, manicurist Tom Bachik went for a subtle approach using Essie Hard To Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener as a base coat followed by Essie nail polish in Vanity Fairest. A generous amount of cuticle oil helps keep Robbie's nails looking fresh and hydrated.
Silver Sci-Fi Barbie
To complement Robbie's 1992 'Earring Magic Barbie' look, Bachik opted for silver micro French tips on a sheer, nude base. The design was done with Gel-X tips by Aprés Nails, but you can replicate it with these nail decals or (if you have a steady hand), try Nailberry nail polish in Silver Lining.
All That Shimmers Barbie
Bachik upped the ante for the LA premiere by creating a custom mix hot pink design that sparkles in the Californinan sunshine. It's a standout way to bring in the signature Barbie pink hue to Robbie's black Schiaparelli dress.
Prints, Prints, Prints Barbie
Instagram's favourite nail artist Betina Goldstein took inspiration from Robbie's Emilio Pucci mini dress for this colourful manicure. In an Insta-tutorial, Goldstein cleverly swirled six different colours into a bowl of water to create a tie-dye effect. The 'candy' oversized ring is the perfect finishing touch.
Dual-Tone Barbie
At the Seoul premiere, Korean nail artist Cho created a Barbiecore twist on the classic French manicure by pairing a bright pink tip with a pastel rose base. It's a relatively easy one to DIY - try Le Mains Hermès nail polish in Rose Incarnat and Palette Nail Paint in Candyfloss.
Popstar Barbie
LA-based manicurist Kim Truong gave Dua Lipa's premiere ensemble a touch of pink with this manicure. Truong used two coats of OPI Nail Lacquer in Hi Barbie! as a base and Alpine Snow on the tips. 'With Dua's elegant clear rhinestone dress, our goal was to bring the ultimate pop of Barbie pink to her look,' says Truong.
Rae Of Sunshine Barbie
Writer, producer and actor Issa Rae kept things playful with her manicure. 'Using the signature colour and embracing the playfulness of Barbie, I put a spin on the regular French mani, creating an abstract version,' notes manicurist Eri Ishizu.
Ishizu used OPI GelColor in Put It In Neutral as a base hue and a combination of Two Timing The Zones and I Quit My Day Job for the artistic swerves and curves.
Supermodel Barbie
Also on the French manicure train was model Ashley Graham, who sported neon pink tips (OPI's Hi Barbie!, in case you're wondering) by nail artist Ashlie Johnson. We love how it matches Graham's Chopard collarbone-dusting earrings too.
Old Hollywood Barbie
Actor America Ferrera kept her ensemble très chic with a blush pink, floor length gown and a sleek updo. For a pop of bold colour, she relied on a hot pink mani (OPI's Hi, Barbie! makes another appearance) to match her Kate Spade bag. It 'added that fun vibrant pop of pink,' says nail artist Diem Truong.
Glamazon Barbie
Ever the trailblazer, model Hari Nef swapped the expected pink manicure for clear, traffic-stopping long nails encrusted with light-catching crystals created by manicurist Sojin Oh.
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