If you’re a lover of furniture and film, and the Barbie movie hit home with you, then you’ll be interested to learn that Mattel Creations and furniture company Kartell have joined forces to launch a limited collection of iconic chairs, all in Barbie’s signature colour of pink. Blurring the realms of playthings and artistry, this collection unveils both doll-sized and full-scale chairs, launched at Milan Design Week earlier this month.

Amongst the highlights are five adorable miniature renditions of Kartell’s renowned chairs: AI, Venice, Louis Ghost, Masters and Eros, all swathed in Barbie pink Pantone 219C. This exclusive collection showcases a sophisticated design aesthetic while delving into sustainable materials like bamboo and 100% FSC recycled paper for packaging, offering a glimpse into the future of eco-conscious plastics. Furthermore, it heralds the premiere of Barbie’s Signature line dedicated solely to furniture.

The Barbie x Kartell Miniature Seating Collection, priced at £65, has swiftly flown off the shelves! But fear not, there are other Barbie creations in store for you.

Crafted in celebration of Barbie’s timeless charm and style, an exclusive limited edition of the adult size Louis Ghost chair has also been released to bring a pop of vibrant colour to your home or office. Its sleek silhouette and Barbie Pink finish evoke a sense of whimsy and nostalgia, making it a must-have statement piece for collectors and design enthusiasts alike.

Also making a splash in Barbie pink as a limited edition is the Masters Chair, poised to ignite conversations. Whether used as a dining chair, a statement piece in your living room, or even as a chic addition to your bedroom. 

Coming soon!

Another highlight coming your way to coincide with the 65th anniversary of the Barbie brand, is the Design Museum’s Barbie: The Exhibition dedicated to the much-loved doll and her world, opening it’s doors in July 2024. This exhibition will explore the story of Barbie through a design lens, including fashion, architecture, furniture and vehicle design.

Film and Furniture Backstage members will receive exclusive invitations to the preview before the exhibition’s public debut. Plus, both Backstage and Front Row members stand a chance to win one of five pairs of tickets to visit the showcase at a date of your choosing from this July to February 2025.

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Highlights will include a rare first edition of the very first doll released by Mattel in 1959 (‘Number 1 Barbie’), the groundbreaking Day to Night Barbie from 1985 and the best-selling Barbie of all time, 1992’s Totally Hair Barbie which sold over 10 million across the globe.

Other objects from this historic brand will include Dreamhouses, vehicles and furniture, including the first ever Barbie Dreamhouse™ from 1962, as well as a dedicated section for Kens and items of clothing from the film starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.

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For those eager to delve deeper, don’t miss out on discovering furniture and décor items straight from the silver screen in our article The decor details of Barbie’s Dreamhouse.

Additionally, Mattel Creations has teamed up with Pin-Up to present a captivating book chronicling the evolution of the Barbie Dreamhouse.

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