Hervé Léger, 2013 Barbie dons a red bandage dress, faux leather corset-style belt, tall gladiator boots, and signature black and gold clutch constructed from Hervé Léger materials and manufactured at the same factory that produces the designer collections.
Donna Karan, 1995 Barbie sports a mid-nineties ensemble inspired by the bustling shopping avenues of New York. Barbie wears a black mock turtleneck, sarong skirt, fringed red shawl, black pantyhose, and beret. Her accessories include a purse, black sunglasses, and a Bloomingdale’s shopping bag.
Calvin Klein, 1996 Barbie dons vintage Calvin Klein with a real denim skirt with an authentic CK label, gray crop top, and denim jacket. Her accessories include a backpack, CK windbreaker, sneakers, and baseball cap.
Ralph Lauren, 1997 Barbie reflects the house’s classic heritage in a double-breasted, navy, wool-blend jacket with patch pockets, gold-tone button detail, and a navy knit turtleneck bodysuit, gray wool-blend pants, and a double-breasted camel overcoat.
Christian Dior, 1997 Barbie wears an authentic reproduction of a 1947 Dior ensemble in a New Look silhouette featuring narrow shoulders and a full, calf-length skirt. Accessories include a Parisian straw hat, single strand faux pearl necklace, stockings, garter, and a black lace-trimmed tulle petticoat.
Oscar de la Renta, 1998 Barbie wears an opulent bodice in golden brocade overlaid with chocolate-colored lace and dazzling sequins and beads, and a full skirt with golden brocade and underskirt of tulle, and brown lace shawl. Accessories include lace sleeves with faux fur arms and a faux topaz brooch.
Byron Lars, 1999 Styled by Byron Lars, Barbie’s ensemble features an aubergine coat that flows into an asymmetrical train. Oversized, brown faux fur cuffs and rhinestone details add captivating flair, with a strapless turquoise bodice and a form-fitting plum skirt with brown and golden lace overlay. Accessories featured include sparkling earrings.
Givenchy, 2000 Barbie wears a classic reproduction of a 1956 slim-fitting, black evening gown accented with velvety straps. A jet-black faux fur stole with matching black moiré lining and long, black opera gloves provide the final details.
Burberry, 2001 Barbie is featured in a classic tan, double-breasted trench, lined with signature Burberry plaid. Underneath, she dons a long-sleeved black jersey sweater, plaid kilt, and scarf with red reverse. Accessories include a plaid messenger bag and black shoes with spats.
Armani, 2003 Barbie wears a two-piece taupe ensemble consisting of a long crepe skirt with sparkle tulle overlay and floral beading under a strapless chiffon top. Accessories include heliotrope drop earrings, lariat-style necklace, a beaded taupe crepe purse, and heels.
Kate Spade, 2003 Barbie wears a 3-quarter length, 3-button coat in a printed green, pink, and white jacquard. She carries a basket purse with gold detail and traditional Kate Spade logo, and an off-white canvas tote that holds the designer’s dog, Henry. Accessories include an antique finish necklace and earrings, large round sunglasses, and stylish green high heel sandals.
Versace, 2004 Barbie wears a sleeveless taupe gown with a long, hip-hugging bodice with laced ribbon, and chiffon ruffle skirt.
E! Red Carpet Badgley Mischka, 2008 Barbie’s custom gown in midnight blue is accented with a precious golden brooch, bracelet, and earrings.
Badgley Mischka, 2006 Barbie wears a pink silk dress with white lace while glittering beads complement a pink chiffon stole. Her look is accessorized with long earrings.
Monique Lhuillier, 2006 Barbie dons a bridal gown that features an off-white lace bodice and a full tulle skirt. A sable-colored satin sash embroidered and decorated with faux pearls and silvery sequins accents the waist with a rhinestone floral brooch.
MAC, 2007 The collectible MAC Barbie features a look inspired by the color collection and includes a MAC “cosmetics” train case.
Carolina Herrera, 2005 Barbie dons a bridal gown featuring elegant lines and original accents with satin ribbons and intertwined organza. The white veil is decorated with lace and artificial pearls cover her two-toned hair.
Christian Louboutin, 2005 Barbie dons a safari shirt and a golden belt paired with mid-thigh high heel fringe boots.
Zuhair Murad, 2014 Barbie wears a re-creation of a Zuhair Murad design with a strapless, nude-hued gown featuring a striped geometric design.
Todd Oldham, 1999 Barbie is dressed in a full-length, leopard-print coat with an aqua satin lining that is paired with a hip-hugger mini skirt with turquoise and brown embroidery. A sheer black t-shirt with decorative stripes is accessorized with a crystal hair barrette.
Coach, 2013 Barbie wears a classic Tattersall trench over a striped sweater and suede skirt. She accessorizes with red round-framed sunglasses, heels from the Coach collection, and a signature red leather Classic Coach duffle.
Nolan Miller Evening Illusion, 1999 Barbie dons a sheath of sky blue charmeuse overlaid with black lace. Her long, cascading train features intricate beading and a scalloped trim. A bodice of champagne-colored charmeuse under a splash of black lace is draped with a faux fur stole.
Stephen Burrow Alazne, 2013 Barbie wears a floor-length coral gown adorned in shimmering paillettes. She accessorizes with fingerless opera gloves, a towering headpiece, and golden hoop earrings.
As part of the Mall of the Emirates’ 10th anniversary celebrations, a unique exhibition will be unveiled today featuring the limited edition collector Barbie dolls dressed in custom-made designs by the House of Versace, Christian Dior, Calvin Klein, Zuhair Murad, Christian Louboutin, Carolina Herrera, Badgley Mischka, and more. Style.com/Arabia exclusively takes you through Barbie’s entire bespoke wardrobe.
The exhibition will run from September 2nd to the 8th.
