This summer’s biggest hit? The Barbie marketing team.
Vox
21 July 2023
The Barbie movie has become a cultural sensation with the Barbie core trend. Warner Bros. launched an extensive marketing campaign, collaborating with over 100 brands to create a plethora of Barbie-branded merchandise and tie-ins. They have collaborated with brands such as Gap, Balmain, Aldo, Airbnb, Forever 21, Xbox, O.P.I... In addition, there have been viral content such as a Barbie CGI in Dubai. The campaign strategically used teasers, behind-the-scenes content, and social media to build anticipation and buzz. Pink, Barbie's iconic color, played a central role, symbolizing girl power and resonating with audiences. The marketing efforts targeted digital culture, design, and aesthetic communities, appealing to adults with nostalgic ties to Barbie.
